The Boy Scouts of America, which has taught generations of young men outdoor skills, leadership and grit, is having its own resilience tested after its efforts to modernize have led the 108-year-old institution to the brink of bankruptcy. In the past five years, the group has opened its doors to girls and gay scouts and scout leaders, and changed its program name in efforts to be more inclusive and counter declining membership and interest.

Source: Wall Street Journal December 14, 2018 00:28 UTC