It's funny how many parents actualy think we get paid for doing it. Here is a poem I found on the net years ago.

Why I am a Leader

I'm not a Scouting leader for the easy hours,
high pay, parents' gratitude, power or prestige.

I'm a leader because I want the world for your child and mine
- a world they can share and help shape;
a world of love and laughter,
where they can show compassion.

I want them to look at the stars, a sunrise, a sunset,
the work and world of man
- and feel its beauty inside of themselves.

I want to help them learn to finish anything they start and do it well,
and to guide them to know their worth with a deeper understanding of themselves.

I want to help shape adults who have strength of character
and are sensitive to the needs of others.
I want them to be the best they can be.

I'm giving of myself and my time.
I reap rewards far beyond what I give.
I receive for my children, your children,
and future children a better world.

How much is a Scout leader paid, I hear you ask;
my wage consists of smiles and laughter,
observing a child's growing self confidence
and the look of personal triumph on the face of a child
who has achieved more than they thought they could.

Anyone who can teach me or show me a better way to do this job,
anyone who gives of their time to help me become a better leader,
and anyone who by action or deed makes the Scouting program come alive
will forever have my undying gratitude.

I am a Scouting Leader because I care.

Be my guest, hope they enjoy it, can't remember who wrote it but I remember he was a leader in the US.

South Florida Council -=Fireball District)) !