Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida (GSGCF) is proud to announce that it has received a generous grant from Suncoast Credit Union to support leadership development programs for girls across the region. This funding will help provide girls with essential skills in STEM, entrepreneurship, outdoor exploration, and civic engagement, empowering them to become the leaders of tomorrow.

Thanks to this grant, GSGCF will expand access to high-quality programs that inspire courage, confidence, and character in young girls. Through innovative initiatives and hands- on experiences, participants will have the opportunity to build practical skills, develop strong leadership abilities, and make a meaningful impact in their communities.

“Girl Scouts is dedicated to helping girls reach their full potential, and Suncoast Credit Union’s commitment to empowering the next generation aligns perfectly with our mission,” said Mary Anne Servian, CEO of Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida. “Their support enables us to continue creating life-changing opportunities that help girls thrive.”

This grant underscores Suncoast Credit Union’s dedication to improving the lives of children and supporting organizations that foster education and leadership. GSGCF expresses its sincere gratitude for this partnership, which will continue to inspire and uplift girls throughout Gulfcoast Florida.

“At Suncoast Credit Union, we are committed to empowering the next generation of changemakers,” said Bob Hyde, Vice President of Community Impact, Suncoast Credit Union. “By supporting the Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, we are investing in young leaders who will shape the future through innovation, courage, and service. With opportunities in STEM, entrepreneurship, outdoor exploration, and civic engagement, these girls are gaining the skills and confidence to make a meaningful impact on their communities and beyond.”

For more information about the programs supported by this grant or to learn how to get involved with Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, visit www.gsgcf.org.

Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, Inc.: Girl Scouts create the world they want to live in and strive to make it better every single day. They explore their strengths, take on newchallenges, and can always be themselves, regardless of background or ability. Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida council has a membership of nearly 3,500 girls in grades K- 12, and more than 1,500 adult members. GSGCF is chartered by Girl Scouts of the USA and serves girls in ten counties including: Manatee, Hardee, Highlands, Sarasota, DeSoto, Charlotte, Glades, Lee, Hendry, and Collier. The council is governed by a volunteer board of directors who represent the geographic, ethnic, and social demographics of the council’s jurisdiction. For more information about Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida visit www.gsgcf.org.

About Suncoast Credit Union

Suncoast Credit Union is the largest credit union in the state of Florida, the 8th largest in the United States based on membership, and the 10th largest in the United States based on its $18.4 billion in assets. Chartered in 1934 as Hillsborough County Teachers Credit Union, Suncoast Credit Union currently operates 81 full-service branches and serves more than 1.2 million members across Florida. As a community credit union, anyone who lives, works, attends school, or worships in Suncoast Credit Union’s service area is eligible for membership. In 2021, Suncoast Credit Union’s field of membership was expanded to include public K-12 teachers, college educators, and educational support staff from all of Florida’s 67 counties. Suncoast is passionate about community support. Since its founding in 1990, the Suncoast Credit Union Foundation has raised and donated more than $53 million to organizations and initiatives that support the health, education, and emotional well-being of children in the communities that the credit union serves. For more information, visit suncoast.com or follow us on social media: Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.