Get Your Name in the News

Getting Recognized: A Guide for Eagle Scouts to Share Their Achievements with Local News

Attention: Eagle Scouts!

Did you know that many local newspapers are eager to feature new and interesting stories from the public? Eagle Scout stories are a perfect fit for this! 

Here’s how to get your Eagle Scout Project featured:

• Local Focus: Show how your achievements and service project benefit the local community. (Check out the overview of key regions for the most relevant local newspapers below)
• Compelling Pitch: Briefly introduce yourself, highlight your accomplishments, and explain why your story will interest readers.
• Add Photos: Visuals bring stories to life! Attach photos to make your story more engaging.
• Follow Up: Don’t hesitate to check in with the editor after submitting your pitch.

We’ve got you covered with a press release template to make the process even smoother and boost your chances of getting noticed!

Download and share this Flyer, Promote Your Eagle Scout Achievement, to spread the word and help accomplishments get recognized in the local news!

For more details or if you have any questions, reach out to: GCC.Marketing@grandcanyonbsa.org

Here’s a breakdown of major regions to help you find the most relevant local papers.

• Northern Arizona:
  Flagstaff: Arizona Daily Sun, Flagstaff Live!, The Navajo-Hopi Observer
  Prescott: Prescott Daily Courier, Prescott Valley Journal-Tribune
  Sedona: Red Rock News, Verde Independent
  Williams: Williams News
• Central Arizona:
  Phoenix: Arizona Republic, East Valley Tribune, Glendale Star, Mesa Tribune
  Scottsdale: Scottsdale Republic, The Scottsdale Independent
  Tempe: East Valley Tribune, Tempe Daily Post
  Chandler: Chandler Sun, East Valley Tribune
• Southern Arizona:
  Tucson: Arizona Daily Star, Tucson Weekly, Green Valley News
  Sierra Vista: Sierra Vista Herald
  Nogales: Nogales International
  Yuma: Yuma Sun
• Western Arizona:
  Kingman: Kingman Daily Miner
  Lake Havasu City: Mohave Daily News
  Parker: Parker Pioneer
• Eastern Arizona:
  Show Low: White Mountain Independent
  Globe: Gila County Chronicle
  Safford: Eastern Arizona Courier
• Tribal Lands:
  Navajo Nation: Navajo Times
  Hopi Nation: The Hopi Hotevilla News
  Tohono O’odham Nation: Tohono O’odham News

Smaller community newspapers: Many towns and communities have their own weekly or bi-weekly newspapers that would be interested in featuring a local Eagle Scout.

School newspapers: If the Eagle Scout is still in school, their school newspaper could be a good place to start.

Online news outlets: Many local news outlets have online versions that accept reader submissions.