Popcorn Kernel Training prepares volunteers to run the annual Scouting America fundraiser. It covers setting unit budgets, tracking inventory, managing the Trail's End portal, and running Scout-focused sales incentives.

A unit kernel is a person who organizes and manages a unit’s popcorn sale for Scouting. Their responsibilities include: 

• Planning: Developing a plan to use all fundraising methods, such as online, take order, wagon sales and storefront sales. This includes setting goals, booking storefront sites, and managing inventory.
• Promotion: Ensuring the unit’s popcorn sale is promoted. 
• Reporting: Reporting unit sales and orders in a timely manner. 
• Payment: Ensuring popcorn payments are made. 
• Prizes: Handling prizes for the sale. 
• Money collection: Collecting and tallying money by the unit’s due date. 
• Order pickup: Scheduling someone to pick up the order on the designated date and time.