We have our winners! 

When the time came to create the extraordinary symbol that would mark the milestone of the 100th Anniversary, we knew there was no one better to create this icon than Scouts themselves. During the latter half of 2007, more than 4,000 Scouts from representing all 50 states – some even overseas – participated in a special contest to craft the logo that will serve as the centerpiece for Boy Scouts of America’s 100th Anniversary.

Each Scout submitted an essay with their design outlining how their unique creation reflected the spirit of Scouting, and the 100th Anniversary theme of “Celebrating the Adventure, Continuing the Journey.”

After careful consideration by the Anniversary Logo Leadership team, the total entries were pared down to approximately 500 semifinalists. From there, our panel of 11 select judges scored the semifinalists to provide input on determining the category and overall winners. These judges carefully reviewed the creative merit of each entry and the inspiration articulated in the accompanying essays. Among the thousands of outstanding submissions, Eagle Scout Philip Goolkasian’s entry eventually emerged as the design that captured both the history and future of the Boy Scouts.

Philip, from Sequoia Council, Troop 223, worked with renowned graphic designer Kit Hinrichs (an Eagle Scout himself) to develop the final design.

Click here to see the final design, pictures of Philip and Kit working together, and learn more about Philip!