101 Eagle Scout Project Ideas: With Simple Examples

Becoming an Eagle Scout is a big dream for many Scouts. One of the most important and challenging steps is choosing and completing your Eagle Scout service project.

Many Scouts ask:

“What should I do for my Eagle Scout project?”

In this blog, you will find 101 Eagle Scout project ideas in simple language. We will also look at:

What makes a good Eagle project
How to choose the right idea
Simple examples and planning tips

This guide will help you, your family, and your Scout leaders brainstorm the perfect project.

What Makes A Good Eagle Scout Project?

An Eagle Scout project is more than just “doing service.” It should:

Help your community, school, church, or nonprofit
Show your planning and leadership
Have a lasting benefit, not just a quick task
Be approved in your Eagle Scout Service Project Workbook before you start

You don’t need to do all the work yourself. Your main job is to plan, organize, and lead others.

How To Choose Your Eagle Project Idea

Before looking at the long idea list, think about these points:

1. Look For Real Needs

Ask:

Is there a park or trail that needs help?
Is there a school or church that needs improvements?
Are there people in my town who need support (kids, elderly, disabled, homeless)?

Talk to:

School principal or teachers
Church or temple leaders
Local government offices (parks, city)
Nonprofits and charities

They often have real problems that your project can solve.

2. Match It With Your Interests

Your project will take a lot of time, so choose something you care about.

Love outdoors? → Trails, gardens, cleanups
Love building? → Benches, shelves, playground work
Love technology? → Websites, digital training, online archives
Love teaching? → Workshops, tutoring, safety training

3. Check Time, Skills, and Budget

Think about:

When do you need to finish your Eagle rank?
How big is the project? Can you finish it on time?
Do you need money? Can you fundraise or get donations?
Do you need special skills or adults with tools?

A good project is challenging but doable.

101 Eagle Scout Project Ideas

Below are 101 ideas in different categories. You can change or mix them to fit your community.

A. Environmental & Outdoor Eagle Project Ideas

Trail Cleanup and Repair
Organize volunteers to pick up trash, trim plants, and fix muddy or damaged parts of a hiking trail.
Build Trail Markers and Signs
Create wooden or metal signs that show directions, distances, and nature facts along a trail.
Footbridge Over Muddy Area
Build a small wooden bridge over a stream or muddy path to keep hikers safe and dry.
Install Boardwalk Through Wetland
Construct a raised path across a wet area to protect plants and make walking easier.
Park Bench Installation
Build and install sturdy benches along walking paths in a park or near a playground.
Tree Planting Campaign
Plan a day where volunteers plant trees in a park, school, or community center.
Create A Pollinator Garden
Plant flowers and shrubs that attract bees, butterflies, and birds, and add signs explaining their importance.
Community Garden Construction
Build raised beds, paths, and a fence for a community or school garden.
Erosion Control Project
Use rocks, plants, and barriers to stop soil erosion along a stream or slope.
Build Birdhouses For Local Park
Design and build birdhouses, install them in a park, and create a small guide about the birds.
Build Bat Houses To Control Mosquitoes
Install bat houses in safe locations to help control insect populations.
Rainwater Collection System For Garden
Set up rain barrels to collect water for a school or church garden.
Recycling Stations In Parks
Build clearly marked recycling bins for cans, bottles, and paper in public areas.
Fishing Line Recycling Tubes
Install special tubes or containers at lakes to collect used fishing line safely.
Park Cleanliness Awareness Campaign
Create posters, signs, and a small event to teach people not to litter.
Dog Waste Bag Stations
Build and install dog waste bag holders and trash cans along walking paths.
Invasive Plant Removal Project
Organize volunteers to remove invasive plants and replace them with native species.
Tree Identification Trail
Add labels to trees with their names and a small fact to create an educational trail.
Outdoor Nature Classroom
Build simple benches or log seats in a circle for outdoor lessons.
Habitat Restoration For Wildlife
Work with a local environmental group to restore a small habitat for birds, frogs, or insects.

B. Community Improvement Eagle Project Ideas

Bus Stop Shelter Construction
Build or repair a shelter where people wait for the bus, with seating and a roof.
Community Bulletin Board
Construct a weatherproof board where people can post notices and events.
Playground Game Painting
Paint hopscotch, four-square, and other games on school or park pavement.
Picnic Table Building
Build picnic tables for a park, school, or community center.
Beautify A School Entrance
Add flower beds, planters, and a sign to make the entrance more welcoming.
Fence Repair Around Community Center
Repair or replace damaged fencing to increase safety.
Park Map and Information Kiosk
Create a map of the park and a kiosk with park rules and safety information.
Community Garden Tool Shed
Build a small shed to store garden tools and supplies for volunteers.
Indoor Waiting Area Improvement
Improve seating, wall paint, and decor in a clinic or charity waiting area.
Restroom Renovation For A Park Or Church
Paint, repair, and add storage or hooks to improve restrooms.
Bike Rack Installation
Build and install bike racks at schools, parks, or libraries.
Sidewalk Safety Markings
Add reflective tape or paint near crossings, with permission from local authorities.
Outdoor Pavilion Or Shade Structure
Build a small roofed structure where people can sit in the shade.
Upgrade Community Center Storage
Build shelves and cabinets to help a nonprofit organize donations.
Create A Community Mural
Paint a positive, meaningful mural with help from local artists and youth.
Public Drinking Water Station
Install or improve drinking fountains or water bottle refill stations.
Park Fitness Trail Stations
Build simple exercise stations along a walking path with signs showing how to use them.
Pet Adoption Event Setup
Partner with an animal shelter to create an adoption event space, signs, and booths.
Outdoor Movie Night Infrastructure
Build a portable screen frame and storage for a community outdoor movie program.
Holiday Decoration Storage System
Create labeled boxes, racks, and storage for community holiday decorations.

C. Education & Literacy Eagle Project Ideas

Book Drive And Mini Library
Collect books and build a small library for a shelter, clinic, or community center.
Reading Corner For Kids
Build shelves, small chairs, and tables for a cozy reading corner in a school or daycare.
Mobile Library Cart For Hospital
Build a rolling cart filled with books for patients and families in a hospital.
Study Space Makeover
Improve a study room with desks, lighting, and bulletin boards.
Educational Wall Murals
Paint maps, science diagrams, alphabets, or math facts on classroom walls.
Homework Supply Kits
Prepare backpacks or kits with basic supplies for low-income students.
Exam Prep Workshop Series
Organize simple sessions teaching study skills, time management, and test tips.
STEM Activity Kits
Create science experiment kits or engineering challenges for after-school clubs.
Language Learning Boards
Create boards showing words and phrases in a second language (or sign language).
Tutoring Program Setup
Create a schedule, forms, and system so older students can tutor younger students.
Story Time Volunteer Program
Organize volunteers to read stories to children at a library or daycare.
Classroom Storage Solutions
Build cubbies, shelves, or bins to help teachers stay organized.
Outdoor Learning Signs
Place signs around a schoolyard describing plants, rocks, and wildlife.
Homework Help Hotline Or Desk
Help set up a simple system where students can get homework help after school.
Educational Board Game Library
Collect and organize educational games for a school or learning center.

D. Projects For Special Needs & Health

Sensory Garden For Special Needs Students
Create a garden with different textures, colors, and sounds for sensory play.
Sensory Path In School Hallway
Paint a path with shapes, feet, and lines where kids can jump, spin, and balance.
Wheelchair-Accessible Raised Beds
Build garden beds at the right height for people in wheelchairs.
Calm Room For Children With Autism Or Anxiety
Design a quiet room with soft lighting, bean bags, and sensory tools.
Donate And Organize Therapy Toys
Collect therapy toys and build shelves for a pediatric therapy center.
Hospital Comfort Kits
Prepare kits with blankets, coloring books, and toiletries for patients.
Guided Walking Path With Railings
Build a safe walking path with handrails for seniors or people in rehab.
Braille And High-Contrast Signs
Add Braille and clear signs in a church or community center.
Accessible Picnic Area
Create or adapt picnic tables and spaces for people with disabilities.
Wheelchair Ramp Improvements
Repair or build ramps to make buildings more accessible.
Donation Closet For Medical Equipment
Organize a small lending closet with walkers, crutches, and other equipment.
Mental Health Awareness Board
Create an information board with hotlines and positive messages at a school.
Waiting Room Kids’ Activity Area
Build a table, toy storage, and activity wall for kids in a clinic waiting room.

E. Technology & Digital Skills Eagle Project Ideas

Website For A Local Nonprofit
Design and build a simple website with pages for services, events, and donations.
Digital Literacy Classes For Seniors
Teach older adults how to use smartphones, send emails, and video chat.
Record Audiobooks For The Visually Impaired
Record children’s books or school materials and share them with libraries or schools.
Online Safety Workshops For Kids
Create lessons and handouts on internet safety, passwords, and cyberbullying.
Computer Setup For A Nonprofit
Collect, clean, and set up computers for a community center or school.
Tech Recycling & E-Waste Collection Day
Organize a drive for old electronics and partner with a safe recycling company.
Digital Archive Of Local History
Scan old photos and documents, then organize them into a digital archive.
Educational YouTube Videos
Produce short videos teaching simple skills, and donate the channel to a school or group.
QR Code History Tour
Place signs with QR codes around town that link to web pages about local history.
Online Volunteer Sign-Up System
Build a simple website or form system so volunteers can sign up for community events.
Tech Help Desk Event
Host an event where volunteers help people fix simple smartphone or laptop problems.
Free Wi-Fi Study Zone Planning
Work with local partners to set up a safe Wi-Fi spot for students doing homework.

F. Safety, Emergency, and Health Education Projects

Emergency Preparedness Fair
Organize a fair where firefighters, police, and EMTs teach families about safety.
First Aid Training Sessions
Arrange basic first aid training for youth and parents with a certified trainer.
Fire Escape Plan Education
Create and hand out simple fire escape plan sheets to families.
Reflective House Number Signs
Build reflective address signs to help emergency vehicles find homes faster.
Bicycle Safety Rodeo
Plan a bike safety event where kids learn rules, ride through obstacle courses, and get helmets checked.
Pool or Lake Water Safety Program
Create posters, rules, and short talks about safe swimming and life jackets.
First Aid Kits For Sports Fields
Build and place stocked first aid boxes near sports fields.
AED (Defibrillator) Awareness Campaign
Make maps and posters showing where AEDs are and how to use them.
Stranger Danger & Online Safety Talks
Work with local police to give talks at schools about personal safety.
Safe Walking Routes To School Map
Design a map showing the safest paths, crosswalks, and crossings for students.

G. Creative, Faith-Based & Unique Project Ideas

Little Free Library Box
Build a weatherproof book box and place it in a neighborhood or near a church.
Outdoor Prayer Or Reflection Garden
Create a peaceful garden with benches and plants at a church, temple, or school.
Church Nursery Renovation
Paint, organize, and add storage to improve a nursery for small children.
Vacation Bible School Props & Storage
Build reusable props and storage systems for faith-based children’s programs.
Historical Cemetery Restoration
Clean headstones, repair paths, and install signs explaining local history (with permission).
Community Art Display Panels
Build panels or stands where student artwork can be displayed in public buildings.
Local History Walking Tour
Create signs and a printed guide for a walking tour of important local sites.
Veterans’ Honor Wall Or Memorial
Build a display or wall that honors local veterans with names and photos.
Flag Retirement Collection Box
Build a box where people can drop worn flags for proper retirement.
Pet Memorial Or Pet Blessing Area
Create a small, respectful space at a shelter or church for remembering pets.
Festival Booth For Community Education
Design and build a booth that a nonprofit can use at fairs to share information and resources.

Simple Example: Planning One Eagle Scout Project

Let’s take one idea and break it into simple steps.

Example Project:
Building Picnic Tables For A Community Park

Goal:
Provide safe, strong picnic tables for families to use in the park.

Basic Steps:

Meet With Beneficiary
- Talk to the parks department.
- Ask how many tables they need and where they should go.
Design & Planning
- Choose a table design (size, materials).
- Draw simple plans and get them approved.
Materials & Budget
- Make a list: wood, screws, bolts, tools, paint or sealant.
- Estimate cost.
- Plan fundraising (donations, car wash, bake sale, or online fundraiser).
Recruit Volunteers
- Make a sign-up sheet for Scouts, friends, and family.
- Assign roles (measuring, cutting, assembly, painting).
Work Days
- Give a safety talk.
- Build tables in stages: cut wood, assemble frames, attach tops and seats, sand, and seal.
- Install the tables in the park.
Clean Up & Thank-You
- Clean the work site.
- Take before-and-after photos.
- Thank volunteers and donors with a short note or email.

This example shows planning, leadership, and community impact, which are key parts of a strong Eagle project.

Final Tips For Your Eagle Scout Project

Start planning early. Good projects take time.
Pick a project you care about so you stay motivated.
Communicate clearly with your beneficiary, Scoutmaster, and volunteers.
Keep good records: dates, hours, expenses, and photos.
Remember: your project is your legacy of service in your community.

Your Eagle Scout project is a chance to make a real difference. Use these 101 Eagle Scout project ideas as inspiration, talk to local organizations, and then design a project that fits your skills and your community’s needs.

You’ve got this—your Eagle badge is one great project away. 🦅💪