Top denominations and thousands of churches are reconsidering whether to keep hosting scout units.

Alternative organizations saw rising interest amid debate.

(UPDATED) Officials predicted 350,000 may leave, 20,000 may join over decision. Assemblies of God and Southern Baptists suggest exodus.

Religious sponsors are a major reason the group made no decision on gay members and leaders.

(Updated) Ahead of this month's vote on a plan to lift the gay-member ban, the Boy Scouts of America says a majority of members support the current policy.

U.K. group would offer alternative 'Scout Promise' that removes reference to God.