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Marching Forward: How Troopers Legacy Corps is Uniting Generations & Fueling the Future
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What do you get when you combine military discipline, musical passion, and multigenerational spirit? You get the Troopers Legacy Corps—an all-age drum and bugle ensemble committed to legacy, community, and lasting impact.
In this episode of The Boosted Volunteer, host Robin Eissler sits down with Mark Kincaid, fundraising chair and advisory board member of Troopers Legacy Corps, a proud extension of the historic Troopers Drum & Bugle Corps from Casper, Wyoming.
Mark shares how a one-time reunion group transformed into a sustainable, mission-driven organization that brings together alumni, families, and first-time volunteers alike. He walks us through his personal journey—from a military career to a leadership role in the Corps—and the challenges and triumphs of managing a diverse and passionate group of volunteers.
You’ll learn how Troopers Legacy balances urgent needs like new equipment with long-term goals like scholarships and endowments. From streamlining communication through BoosterHub to creatively engaging “age-outs,” Mark offers practical strategies and heartfelt lessons for any booster leader working to build something meaningful.
Whether you're leading a performing arts booster or launching a brand-new volunteer group, this episode is packed with inspiration, tools, and real-world insight.
Key Takeaways:
- 1:00 How Troopers Legacy Corps grew from a one-time idea into a full-fledged ensemble
- 4:16 Creating a space where members from ages 14 to 80+ can march together
- 11:06 Mark’s multi-pronged fundraising approach—from targeted appeals to affiliate links
- 18:17 Using BoosterHub to simplify logistics and engage volunteers
- 19:00 The reality of raising money now vs. planning for the future
- 21:01 Why booster clubs need to be run like a business
- 24:34 Mark’s proudest achievement: turning performance into purpose
- 25:00 Advice for new booster leaders: recruit strategically and think long-term
- 27:05 Upcoming performances and how the Corps is welcoming the next generation of alumni
Resources:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-e-kincaid/
Website: https://www.dci.org/about-drum-corps-international/
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