Blackhawk Area Council was blessed recently as the beneficiary of the largest estate gift in our council’s history. George (Bill) and Ruth Frejd through their estate have established two charitable trusts with our council as a beneficiary. The net present value of the two trusts is estimated to exceed $3 million. These funds are provided to support camping and camping programs in our council. Below is an excerpt from the Blackhawk Courier:
“Mr. Frejd, an Eagle Scout who was a young city boy during the Depression, knew the value that a quality experience at camp might have on a young boy. He also carried the values learned in Scouting through his life. He was a dedicated volunteer in Rotary, served for decades as a board member for Centegra Health Systems and was an employer concerned for the well being of his employees.”
Generations to come will benefit from the generosity of the Frejd family. We thank long time family friend Martin Smith and their attorney Jack Ward for bringing the wishes of the Frejd family to life. Both Marty and Jack are recipients of the Silver Beaver Award. Marty has served on the Executive Committee and Board and currently chairs our successful Distinguished Citizens Luncheon in Rockford and the Distinguished Citizens Dinner in McHenry County. Jack is a long time supporter of Blackhawk Area Council and my Scoutmaster from Wood Badge course C-20-98.
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