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File your Boy Scouts of America claim by Nov. 16

October 28, 2020 / By UNY Communications

Earlier this year, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to protect itself against a growing number of sexual abuse claims made against it. This bankruptcy process is intended to allow the BSA to deal with these claims – through the creation of and payment from a victim’s compensation trust fund – and continue its operations. As is typical in bankruptcy proceedings, the court has established a “Bar Date,” which is the deadline for potential creditors to file claims against the BSA (the debtor). The Bar Date in this case is Nov. 16, 2020, at 5 p.m. EST.

On Wednesday Oct. 28, Upper New York Conference Treasurer, Bob Flask sent a note to the UNY Conference that includes a statement by Conference Chancellor, Peter H. Abdella, that all churches who have ever chartered or sponsored a Boy Scout Troop, Cub Scout Pack, or venturing crew must read.

Click here to read the statement that was sent.

Click here to read line-by-line instructions for Proof of Claim.

Click here to see a sample BSA Bankruptcy General Proof of Claim.  

Click here for frequently asked questions regarding the Boy Scouts of America bankruptcy and click here for a PDF that you can print.

Zoom meetings were held on Wednesday Nov. 4 to answer any questions. Click here to watch a recording of the meeting.