2916 Reference Request
2916 Reference Request
The Scout/Venturer named is an applicant for the Eagle Scout rank, which is the highest rank in Boy
Scouting. The applicant is currently working on the final requirements for the Eagle rank. Before the
award of Eagle rank is approved, the Board of Review must be thoroughly convinced that the applicant
has made a sincere effort to live the Scout Oath and Scout Law, and to demonstrate Scout Spirit and
participation.
I would appreciate a statement from you giving your frank opinion of the applicant’s conduct and
leadership ability. Please provide a statement on his behalf, addressing the extent to which he
exemplifies the principals of the Scout Oath and Law in his personal life. Your personal knowledge of
the applicant is also solicited concerning his character and leadership attributes. You may make your
statement on the back of this letter or provide a separate sheet of paper.
Thank you in advance for your letter on behalf of the applicant and for your support of the Boy
Scout program. Please return your letter to the name and address noted below. Your letter will
remain confidential and will be reviewed only by the members of the Eagle Board of Review.