Girls are in a state of social crisis in our world, in our country, and in our community. Girl Scouts is not just nice to have. It’s a need. Girls need Girl Scouts, and here’s why.
For over 111 years, Girl Scouts has been a place where girls are never pressured to be anything but their unique selves. Since Juliette Gordon Low started the first troop in 1912, Girl Scouts has created an environment where girls of all backgrounds, races, and socioeconomic statuses can thrive. Through world-class programming, leadership opportunities, global travel, award winning camps and more, our organization gives girls a chance to develop their skills, discover their interests and reach their potential. Through Girl Scouts, girls find sisterhood and a place they always belong.
She’s wondering where she belongs. 78% of girls say they are going to “explode” because of pressure.1
ROX Institute survey, 2023
She belongs right here in Girl Scouts.
Studies show fun and friendship lead to better mental health and girls will find all of that and more right here. The first step is getting her here. It takes money to fund and support our impact. Girl Scouts has a real, tangible impact. Your gift matters more than you can imagine. Just $30 gets a girl here for a whole year. A year full of fun, friendship, adventure, opportunity, and growth. From donors, to girls, to the leaders and volunteers that support them, Girl Scouts’ impact funnels into the community.
Our donors know their money makes an impact because they see it in the success of our programs and the girls as they grow. From Heads of State to astronauts, to leaders of Fortune 500 companies, our girls are our proof of purpose.
“I was a Girl Scout all the way through, and I became a Girl Scout mom and a Girl Scout leader. My experiences through Girl Scouts – doing things by myself, going camping, going hiking – they also helped me become what I am today in terms of being a leader of the business.”
– Lindsay bridges, global head of hr at dhl supply chain
Girl Scouts give back even into adulthood, and they were directly impacted because someone like YOU decided to donate.
Girls needed Girl Scouts over 100 years ago, and they need Girl Scouts more than ever now.
Girl Scout Kennedy Watkins delivered closing remarks at Gen Z Girls Lead the Way at Columbus Metropolitan Club’s forum in October saying,
“In 2023, being a Gen Z girl means navigating a world of unprecedented change, challenges, and opportunities.”
– Kennedy watkins, girl scout alum
Kennedy went on to share, “Girl Scouts has allowed me to build resilience and self-assurance as I completed my Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards. I also learned vital collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills that have allowed me to grow as a leader.” Kennedy is now a 21-year-old college student and successful business owner.
In 2022, “47.1% of girls said they felt sad or hopeless for two or more weeks in a row”.2 Kennedy was correct when she said Gen Z girls are facing unprecedented change and challenges. Girl Scouts changed her life. YOU can change so many girls’ lives!
We are here for girls from all walks of life. We are committed to creating an environment where all girls can participate in a movement that encourages them to overcome barriers and become leaders in their community and world. A significant part of our mission in creating girls of courage, confidence, and character is being accessible to every girl. Our Outreach programming aims to do just that. Funding for our Outreach programs like Camp Amigas is vital to reaching every girl.
At Girl Scouts, you always belong, and she belongs right here. With your help, we can get her here. This sense of belonging doesn’t fade over time but grows stronger. Long time Girl Scout Volunteer and Alum, Teri Varney describes her Girl Scouts experience,
“When I was a girl, my family moved often. The constant in my life was Girl Scouts. No matter where we moved, I was accepted into an instant circle of friends and secured in a bond that was consistent because of Girl Scouts. No matter where I went, what I had learned was steadfast and true. I knew I belonged. It was all because of Girl Scouts.”
– Teri varney, girl scout alum
Sisterhood is at the center of everything we do. Most troop leaders and volunteers are family of current Girl Scouts or are former Girl Scouts themselves. They see the need. Danielle DavisRoe, Girl Scout Mom and Troop Leader has seen the impact, “I’ve been a troop leader with my daughter’s troop since she was first entering kindergarten. They started as these tiny little shy girls who wouldn’t even practice their cookie pitch with me. Now they are all going on overnights without their parents, hiking at Old Man’s Cave, doing archery. It’s just amazing watching them grow and develop.”
Every girl deserves to feel like she belongs and at Girl Scouts, she does. You can help get her here by donating to girls in your community.
“$30 is monumental to a child who doesn’t have means. Somebody gave, and that gift was my gift. Their presence was my present and because of their gift, I was supported through financial assistance. I know that I would not be the mom, the sister, the daughter, the businesswoman, the entrepreneur, the philanthropist, and the Chair for the Board of Directors for Girl Scouts of Ohio’s Heartland if someone hadn’t given,” says Shakila Ali, Board Chair.
The need for Girl Scouts is ever-present and the impact your donation makes is steadfast and true. The life-changing opportunities we have to offer girls require funding. This season, YOU can give girls in your community the gift of opportunity, sisterhood, and belonging. She belongs right here. Show her that her friends are right here. Donate today and change the life of a girl in your community.
1 78% of girls say they are going to “explode” because of pressure. (ROX Institute Survey, 2023)
2 In 2022, 47.1% of girls said they felt sad or hopeless for two or more weeks in a row. (Indiana Youth Survey, Indiana Girl Report, 2023)
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