Fernando Garcia has worked for non-profits for over a decade, but working for Circle Ten stands apart. Read more about what keeps him inspired every day and what makes his role as Soaring Eagle’s District Executive different from his past experiences.
This Is My Why: Where Mission Meets Impact
Why do you work for Circle Ten Council?
After over 10 years in the nonprofit world, Circle Ten Council is the only organization I have experienced that truly creates life-changing impact. I was drawn here because of the mission, but I stay because of the people and the real, measurable differences we make in young people’s lives every day.
Why do you believe in Scouting?
I believe in Scouting because it is volunteer-led and professionally guided. Before coming to Circle Ten, I never imagined volunteers at this scale and level of dedication existed.
These volunteers don’t just serve youth — they also support each other, and they have supported me. Within my first month at Circle Ten, I was welcomed with open arms and a kind of warmth I had never experienced in any other organization.
Why is Scouting important for the youth of today?
Scouting teaches leadership, responsibility, and values in a world that often feels uncertain. It gives young people a safe space to grow, to fail, to try again, and to develop the confidence they need to become leaders in their families, schools, and communities.
What impact have you seen – or personally experienced – through Scouting?
The impact I’ve seen through Scouting is real. I’ve watched young people find the courage to lead, discover their passions, and build friendships that will last a lifetime.
I’ve also seen parents and volunteers find purpose and community as they serve. It’s rare to find an organization where everyone — from the Scouts to the parents to the volunteers — walks away better than when they came. That’s why I believe in this mission every day.
