The OFFICIAL Twitter account of the Greater New York Councils, BSA. Serving young people and families throughout the five boroughs of NYC. #BSAGNYC #ScoutMeIn The Greater New York Councils, Boy Scouts of America has helped over five million young people become "Prepared for Life." The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. The vision of the Greater New York Councils is to serve boys and girls throughout the diverse communities of New York City and to help them prepare for success in school, career, and life.