Community service is at the core of Troop 418’s mission. Through various service projects, our scouts learn the value of helping others, taking responsibility, and making a positive impact. Whether it’s organizing food drives, cleaning up local parks, or assisting with community events, our scouts are dedicated to making a difference. By participating in these projects, scouts not only earn service hours but also develop empathy, leadership, and a strong sense of civic duty. Join Troop 418 and be a part of our commitment to serving the community!
May 2025 Scout O Rama
Troop 418 proudly participated in Scout-O-Rama 2025 by organizing an interactive Robotics Booth, bringing STEM excitement to Scouts and families from across the council. This year also marked a special milestone — our first time marching in the flag parade, showing our growing presence and commitment to the Scouting community.
We collaborated with fellow troops from SVMBC, rallying Scouts involved in robotics to represent their teams and showcase their work. Our booth was part of the vibrant Robotics Library, featuring 5 FTC teams and 2 FLL teams from Troops 418, 468, 373, and 2219. Together, we set up hands-on activities and engaging displays that sparked curiosity and inspired young minds to explore the world of robotics.
A big thank-you to everyone who helped make this STEM outreach a success — from booth setup to team coordination, your effort made a lasting impact!
Jan. 2025 STEM Merit Badge
On January 12, 2025, Troop 418 hosted an exciting STEM Merit Badge event, demonstrating our ability to make a significant impact despite being a smaller troop. We proudly collaborated with Troops 468, 2468, 110, 2110, 152, and 2152, bringing together scouts from diverse backgrounds to participate in this remarkable event.
With the support of FTC Hyperion 9614, we provided scouts the opportunity to earn merit badges in Robotics, Programming, Engineering, Environmental Science, and Chemistry. This event not only enriched the scouts’ knowledge but also fostered a spirit of teamwork and community engagement.
Sept. 2024 Community service
On September 21, 2024, we volunteered at the Alameda Food Bank to help pack food for people in need. Alongside other volunteers, we prepared 14,499 pounds of food, providing 12,034 meals. Through our efforts, we were able to help 177 families access nutritious food. It was a great opportunity to practice cooperation and live out the Scout spirit by doing a good turn daily.
Alameda Food Bank
Aug. 2024 Community Service
We assisted with the Eagle Project at Weibel Elementary School on 8/16/24 by preparing planting areas with good soil and beautifying the garden by planting plants.
