Show your appreciation for bus drivers by participating in School Bus Driver Appreciation Day on April 22nd!
Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida celebrated School Bus Safety Week in Oct. 2023. (Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida)
Every school day, bus drivers ensure that students get to and from school safely, often going above and beyond to provide a friendly smile, a word of encouragement, and a sense of security. School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, taking place from April 22, is the perfect opportunity to recognize their hard work and dedication.
For Girl Scouts, this is a chance to come together and express gratitude in a meaningful way. On Tuesday, April 22 Girl Scouts can personally deliver thank-you cards to the drivers who keep our communities moving.
Why School Bus Driver Appreciation Day Matters
School bus drivers are often unsung heroes, rising early and navigating busy roads to transport students safely. Many develop strong relationships with the children they drive, offering encouragement and ensuring a safe, positive experience each day. Their job requires patience, attentiveness, and care, and this special day is dedicated to recognizing their invaluable service.
How Girl Scouts Can Participate
Participating in this initiative is simple and impactful. Troops are encouraged to:
✔ Download and print thank-you cards or design your own. ✔ Fill them out together as a troop with personal messages of appreciation. ✔ Wear Girl Scout uniforms to proudly represent the organization. ✔ Deliver the thank-you cards in person to bus drivers.
By delivering thank-you cards directly to the drivers, Girl Scouts can brighten their day and remind them that their work is truly valued. This simple act of kindness strengthens community ties and helps young girls develop empathy and gratitude—key values in Girl Scouting.
Share the Appreciation!
We’d love to see your troop in action! Take photos (with permission) and share them on social media using #ThankYouBusDrivers and tag our account @GirlScoutsofGulfcoastFlorida to spread the love and inspire others to show appreciation.
Get ready to show your Girl Scout pride! From March 9-15, 2025, we’re celebrating Girl Scout Spirit Week—seven themed days filled with fun, friendship, and service. Whether you’re a Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, or Ambassador, there’s a way for everyone to participate.
Are you ready? Here’s how you can celebrate each day!
Sunday, March 9 – Spirit Sunday
Spirit Sunday is a special time to reflect on our Girl Scout values, and commitment to making the world a better place.
Honor the Girl Scout Movement by sharing on social media an issue you’re passionate about and what you’re doing to make a difference. You’ve got this, Girl Scout!
📌 Ways to Participate:
Do something kind in the spirit of Girl Scouts!
Share a photo of a community service activity you did with your troop.
📸 Share a picture of how you celebrated and tag us! #SpiritSunday #GirlScoutsGiveBack
Monday, March 10 – Make New Friends Monday
“Make new friends but keep the old…” 🎶💛 Today’s challenge:
Be a sister to every Girl Scout! 🤝
💡 How to Celebrate:
Invite a friend to a troop meeting or Girl Scout event
Write a kind note to a friend or mentor who inspires you
Learn how to say “friend” in a new language
💬 Tag your new friends in the comments, or snap a pic of you doing something fun together! 👭💚
Friday, March 14 – Free Scoop Friday at participating Culver’s! (Keep reading for locations!)
Girl Scouts + Ice Cream = The Sweetest Day Ever! 😍🍨
Wear your Girl Scout uniform (vest or sash) to participating locations and get a free scoop of frozen custard.
📍 Participating Locations:
19355 Times Circle, Venice
1735 S Tamiami Trl, Venice
385 Kings Hwy, Port Charlotte
1140 El Jobean Rd, Port Charlotte
26440 Jones Loop Rd, Punta Gorda
2455 SE Hwy 70, Arcadia
5648 Tuscola Blvd, North Port
10301 Corkscrew Rd, Estero
8400 Murano Del Lago Dr, Estero
10050 University Plaza Dr, Fort Myers
9340 6 Mile Cypress Pkwy, Fort Myers
12651 S Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers
2511 Lee Blvd, Lehigh Acres
1607 Cape Coral Pkwy E, Cape Coral
2526 Skyline Blvd, Cape Coral
309 SW Pine Island Rd, Cape Coral
2974 NE Pine Island Rd, Cape Coral
11905 Bonita Beach Rd, Bonita Springs
44 Lashley St, LaBelle
5102 Tamiami Trail E, Naples
5775 Airport-Pulling Rd N, Naples
90 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota
7250 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota
3515 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton
5750 Ranch Lake Blvd, Bradenton
4714 E State Rd 64, Bradenton
13020 SR 64 East, Bradenton
1801 US-301, Palmetto
1023 US-27, Avon Park
📢 Note: Girl Scouts is not affiliated with Culver’s. This is an independent promotion by participating Culver’s locations in recognition of Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida’s Spirit Week.
📸 Tag us in your Culver’s pics and let us know your favorite flavor! #GSSpiritWeek #FreeScoopFriday
💪 Girl Scouts don’t just dream of a better world—they make it happen!
🌎 Take action today! Ideas to help your community:
Donate to a local food pantry
Clean up a park or beach
Help at an animal shelter
📸 Share your service project and inspire others! #ServiceSaturday #GSGCFPride #GSGCFSpiritWeek #GirlScoutSpirit #GirlScoutsRocks
Faith-Based Celebrations During Spirit Week
“The motivating force in Girl Scouting is spiritual.” —Preamble, Constitution of Girl Scouts of the USA. Girl Scouts celebrate faith in many ways!
During this week, Girl Scouts across the country will honor those shared beliefs by celebrating their own faith, learn more about other faiths and share the values we have in common. Offer your time and service to your house of worship and share your Girl Scout pride while wearing your uniform:
✨ Girl Scout Sunday (Sunday, March 9)
✨ Girl Scout Jummah (Friday, March 14)
✨ Girl Scout Sabbath (Friday, March 14 – Saturday, March 15)
No matter how you celebrate, Girl Scout Spirit Week is all about friendship, fun, and making the world a better place! 💚
Madelinn Canty, a member of the Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida and Gold Award candidate, was honored with a Proclamation from the Mayor of Venice during the City Council meeting on Feb. 11, 2025. The proclamation recognizes February 25, 2025 as “World Spay Day” and February 2025 as “Spay/Neuter Awareness Month,” as part of her animal advocacy efforts for her Girl Scout Gold Award.
Canty spoke at the City Council meeting where she recieved the proclamation. “Thank you so much for recognizing World Spay Day and Spay/Neuter Awareness Month,” she said. “My Girl Scout Gold Award project, “A Hope for Kittens,” focuses on the importance of socializing kittens so they are more adoptable. But of even greater importance is spaying and neutering pets, which saves the lives of animals by reducing the amount of stray animals and also helps control pet populations, reducing the amount of homeless and euthanized animals.”
Girl Scout council leadership, a Gold Award Committee representative, and the Venice Sheriff’s Animal Control Unit attended the meeting as the mayor presented the proclamation.
Canty, a sophomore at Venice High School, is working toward her Gold Award through A Hope for Kittens, a project aimed at raising awareness about the needs of feral cats and those awaiting adoption. A longtime volunteer with Englewood Animal Rescue Sanctuary (EARS), she is dedicated to educating the community and advocating for feline welfare. She is working with EARS on her Gold Award project, which is the highest award a Girl Scout can earn. The award requires an 80 hour sustainable leadership project that addresses a community issue.
For more information about Girl Scouts and the Gold Award, visit www.gsgcf.org.
An essential component of the Girl Scout Bronze Award is team work; the girls worked together at each stage of the project to ensure their goals were met.
Girl Scout Troop 607 has successfully completed the last in a series of woodsheds at Honi Hanta, marking the culmination of a multi-year effort by their troop. This project, titled Last of the Woodsheds at Honi Hanta, was the final step for these dedicated Girl Scouts in earning the prestigious Bronze Award—the highest honor a Junior Girl Scout can achieve.
Scouts Aria H., Bailey P., Allyson L., Gwyn R., Brooklynn W., Belicia E., and Elsie P. worked together to design, construct, and install the storage shed, ensuring that firewood at Honi Hanta remains neat, organized, and accessible for future campers. Throughout the project, the girls developed essential skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and hands-on technical abilities such as engineering, woodworking, how to pour concrete, and painting.
The new woodshed will enable future campers to learn fire building skills and fire safety. The girls repurposed leftover wood from a previous project they did, cutting and assembling materials to fit their design specifications. They also installed shingles for the roof and reinforced the structure using tools and techniques they had learned through their experience. Despite challenges—including sanding treated wood to ensure a smooth, splinter-free finish and delays caused by Hurricanes Milton and Helene—the girls demonstrated resilience and adaptability.
The troop not only built the new shed but also inspected previous structures completed by older members of the troop, ensuring they remained in good condition. This hands-on experience in structural maintenance and repair reinforced the long-term sustainability of their work.
The project also provided an opportunity for creativity, as the girls enjoyed painting the shed’s exterior to complement the Roundhouse and amphitheater area. Their attention to detail and craftsmanship left a lasting mark on the campsite, ensuring it remains a welcoming and functional space for future visitors.
As they prepare to receive their Bronze Award at the upcoming Young Women of Distinction Ceremony, the girls hope to inspire younger Girl Scouts to take on leadership roles and tackle meaningful community projects
Victoria Morton, a 17-year-old Girl Scout Ambassador from Troop 00135 in Gulfcoast Council, has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest achievement in Girl Scouting, for her project, Pet Resource Central. With only 5.4% of eligible Girl Scouts earning this distinction, Victoria’s initiative stands as a testament to her leadership, dedication, and commitment to her community.
The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest recognition a Girl Scout can earn. It is the culmination of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, in which Girl Scouts use all the skills and knowledge they have gained through Girl Scouting to identify an issue they care about and develop a plan for sustainable change in their communities. The award requires Girl Scouts to demonstrate proficiency in team leadership, project planning and execution, and outreach, while ensuring their project creates a sustainable, measurable impact on the community. The prestigious award is recognized nationally by GSUSA, as well as by Congress and the U.S. Military.
Recognizing the financial burden pet care can place on low-income families, Victoria launched Pet Resource Central, an initiative aimed at providing essential pet care education and resources. She created a website, petresourcecentral.com, offering information on low-cost and free pet care services, vaccinations, and spay/neuter programs. To ensure accessibility, she distributed over 2,000 pounds of pet food, each bag attached with an informative pamphlet directing pet owners to the website.
Victoria also hosted 13 free pet care events, providing bathing, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and teeth brushing, all while educating pet owners on affordable veterinary services.
“My goal was to make sure that pets in low-income households receive the care they deserve, even when their owners face financial hardships,” Victoria said. “Through my website and outreach events, I was able to connect pet owners with the resources they need to keep their animals healthy and happy.”
Victoria’s project has had a lasting impact. She secured partnerships with the Gulf Coast Humane Society and the Community Resource Center of Punta Gorda, ensuring the continued distribution of educational materials and pet food. Additionally, the website will remain active, with updates managed by dedicated volunteers.
Mary Anne Servian, CEO of Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, praised Victoria’s efforts: “Earning the Gold Award is an extraordinary achievement, and Victoria embodies the core values of Girl Scouting. This program teaches girls how to communicate effectively and collaborate with their communities to drive meaningful change. Victoria’s initiative not only provided immediate support to pet owners in need but also created lasting partnerships to ensure its impact continues. She has truly made a difference.””
Through her 136.5-hour project, Victoria honed her leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills. “I learned that even small actions can create a ripple effect,” she reflected. “This project was about more than just pet care—it was about supporting families and ensuring that no one has to choose between feeding their pet and feeding themselves.”
Victoria will be honored at the Young Women of Distinction Ceremony later this year, where she will join an elite group of Girl Scouts who have made significant contributions to their communities through the Gold Award.
For more information on Pet Resource Central, visit petresourcecentral.com.
For more information about Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida or how to join or support a troop, visit www.gsgcf.org.
Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida is proud to announce continued funding from United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties, reinforcing a decades-long partnership that empowers girls through leadership development, STEM education, and financial accessibility to the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
United Way has been instrumental in supporting Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida’s mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The most recent funding allocations will directly enhance programming in Lee, Hendry, and Glades counties by covering membership fees, troop supplies, and program scholarships for families facing financial hardships.
This year, United Way’s funding also helped launch the Mad Lab STEM Program, a hands-on initiative designed to engage girls in science, technology, engineering, and math through immersive learning experiences. The Mad Lab STEM Day at Camp Caloosa in Lee County, hosted in December, introduced Girl Scouts to robotics, engineering challenges, virtual exploration, and interactive science experiments. The girls gained skills and knowledge in a fun and supportive environment.
“United Way’s steadfast partnership allows us to expand our reach and provide life-changing experiences for girls who may not otherwise have access to these opportunities,” said Mary Anne Servian, CEO of Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida. “Through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, our unique, results-driven curriculum, girls develop practical skills in leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving—giving them a lifelong advantage in any path they choose. Whether they’re exploring STEM, taking on entrepreneurship, or leading service projects, they gain confidence, resilience, and a strong foundation that will serve them well into adulthood.”
Through this partnership, Girl Scouts in Lee, Hendry, and Glades counties will continue to develop leadership skills, explore career pathways, and engage in meaningful service projects that strengthen their communities.
Let’s all take a moment to reflect on a Black woman trailblazer and change-maker whose story has impacted you. It could be someone you know personally or someone you learned about at school. Can you picture her yet?
Now, share her story with one or more people and inspire them to celebrate the strength, originality, beauty, and resilience of Black girls and women everywhere.
In this Black History Month (and every month!), let’s acknowledge, celebrate, and commemorate the achievements of Black Americans. History is not only about the past; girls everywhere are molding the future as we speak! From phenomenal Gold Award Girl Scouts making a lasting impact on their communities to bold Black women breaking records and shattering glass ceilings—Black history is happening all around us.
In 2024, the Girl Scouts continue to uphold their commitment to diversity, pluralism, and anti-racism. At the 2023 Convention, the DEIRJ Language Amendment was adopted, amending the Preamble to the Girl Scouts Constitution. The new preamble emphasizes the dedication to advancing diversity, pluralism, and anti-racism in the Girl Scout Movement and the communities in which they live.
Here are a few ideas your Girl Scout is sure to love:
Watch a movie or documentary about Black history in the United States, then share it with your friends. Kick off your list with a silver screen activity. Learn about Black stories through the eyes of notable Black storytellers, including directors, actors, and historians. Share what you learned with your friends or host a screening!
Learn about famous Black women who have been a part of the Girl Scout Movement. You may be surprised to see a few of your favorite celebrities and artists on the list!
Identify a book written by a Black author that you would like to read—and start reading one of them! Throughout history, Black authors and poets have shaped the ideals and imaginations of their readers. Get to know the trailblazers responsible for some of the most impactful contributions to science and beyond. Uplift and share the story of their legacy with those around you!
List five major events of the Civil Rights Movement, noting the dates and two or three details about each one. We are not that far removed from the movement that shaped the world we know today. This activity proves that it is never too late to discover new information or get a refresher on the old.
How did Black History Month get started? Learn more about National Freedom Day and Negro History Week. Last but not least, discover how it all came to be! Learn how the initial celebration, started by Carter G. Woodson, evolved into a month of worldwide commemoration and pride for the history, works, and achievements of the Black community.
This Black History Month, let’s fill our social media feeds with a showcase of Black women who changed our world in decades past, as well as those who continue to do so today.
Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida CEO Mary Anne Servian with Girl Scouts Olivia T. and Mackenzie S.
A groundbreaking study, the State of the Florida Girl Report, has revealed significant challenges facing girls across the state, particularly in academics, physical health, mental wellness, and social well-being. The findings were unveiled on Jan. 29 at the Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida headquarters in Sarasota, where CEO Mary Anne Servian underscored the urgency of addressing these issues.
“Through the commissioning of this report, we are taking critical steps toward understanding the challenges girls face in our communities,” Servian said. “We all know that girls are full of potential. But what this research confirms is that today’s girls are facing unprecedented struggles, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. They are struggling in the classroom, in their relationships, and with their mental and emotional health.”
The report, commissioned by the Girl Scouts of Florida—a coalition of six councils serving girls statewide—analyzed publicly available data from reliable sources including the U.S. Census Bureau, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Florida Department of Education. Through unpaid collaborations with peer reviewers in institutions of higher learning across the state of Florida, the areas of analysis and related charts and graphs were reviewed for themes, context, and unintended biases.
The substantiated findings paint a troubling picture of gender disparities in key areas of well-being for Florida youth.
Source: Florida Girl Scouts
Among the most alarming findings:
Girls in Florida are three times more likely than boys to experience sexual violence.
One in six high school girls reported experiencing sexual violence in the past year.
Twice as many girls seriously consider attempting suicide.
More high school girls misuse controlled substances compared to their male peers.
One in eight female students reported missing school due to safety concerns.
More than half (52%) of high school girls reported symptoms of depression.
High school girls are 1.5 times more likely than boys to vape or use nicotine, with nearly 20% engaging in these behaviors.
Servian emphasized that these findings demand action. “We are reaching out to schools, foundations, and elected officials to share this critical information,” she said. “We are meeting with state leaders and policymakers to advocate for stronger mental health support in schools and expanded access to after-school programs.”
Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida Board of Directors Appointed Girl Representative and Gold Award Girl Scout Olivia Trader spoke about how her experience in Girl Scouting over the last 13 years has positively impacted her life.Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida Board of Directors Girl Member at Large, Mackenzie Shockey, shared how Girl Scouts has helped her overcome social anxiety and become a leader in her community.
The Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida will take their advocacy directly to Tallahassee in March, bringing Girl Scouts in grades 7-12 to the Florida Capitol. There, they will meet with legislators and discuss the pressing issues highlighted in the report.
The report also explored the root causes behind these challenges, pointing to the immense social pressures placed on girls. “Several troubling trends presented in the report fundamentally stem from unrealistic expectations,” the study noted. “From body image concerns to rising levels of anxiety and depression, girls are adapting to the damaging demands of social pressure.”
One of the report’s key recommendations is to provide girls with safe, supportive, single-sex environments—such as those offered through Girl Scouts. In girls-only settings, they feel safe to talk about issues they wouldn’t necessarily talk about with boys, try out new activities without a fear of failure, and experience less pressure to look or act a certain way.
“An all-girl environment presents better outcomes in mental health interventions and academic performance,” the report stated. “Girls benefit in deep, important ways from a supportive, all-girl setting that may not always be available through family or school.”
As Florida grapples with these findings, the Girl Scouts of Florida continue to push for systemic change, advocating for policies and programs that will empower girls and help them thrive.
Savannah Stewart, District Aide for Rep. McFarland (HD73) and Debbie Trice, Vice Mayor City of Sarasota attended the event to hear the report’s startling findings.From left: Heather Hackett, founder and CEO of Local Relief; Tim and Cynthia Holliday, owners of Children’s World Uniform Supply and Girl Scout volunteers; Background: Susan Trader, Girl Scout mom and volunteer; and Richard Cyphers, former GSGCF Board President.Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida aims to expand partnerships with local schools, businesses, and organizations to develop new programs and policies that advocate for the well-being of girls in Florida.The Pledge of Allegiance
After Jocelyn was diagnosed with sensory processing disorder, she wanted to help others girls facing similar challenges feel included in Girl Scouts.
Jocelyn N., an 8th-grade member of Girl Scout Troop 721, has earned the prestigious Girl Scout Silver Award for her project titled “Girl Scouts Is for Everyone.” Jocelyn’s project exemplifies the Girl Scouts’ core values of inclusion by creating tools to support girls with sensory-related disorders such as autism and sensory processing disorder (SPD).
The Girl Scout Silver Award is the highest honor a Girl Scout Cadette (grades 6–8) can earn. It recognizes girls who identify an issue they care about, create a sustainable solution, and make a measurable impact on their communities. By earning this award, Jocelyn joins a legacy of Girl Scouts who have demonstrated leadership, innovation, and a commitment to improving the world.
For her Silver Award, Jocelyn designed and distributed portable sensory bags to troop leaders within her council. Each lightweight bag includes fidget toys, sensory items, sunglasses, earplugs, and educational resources on SPD, along with instructions for calming techniques. To ensure the sustainability of her project, Jocelyn created a website where Girl Scout leaders can learn about sensory challenges and replenish kits as needed.
Jocelyn shared that this project is close to my heart because she has experienced sensory challenges herself. She believes that Girl Scouts is a place where every girl should feel welcome. “I wanted to help create an environment where all girls can succeed,” she said.
The Girl Scouts organization is committed to welcoming girls of all backgrounds and abilities and fostering an inclusive and safe space where every member can thrive. To further this mission, Girl Scouts recently expanded tools to support girls with special needs in accessing and achieving the highest awards, such as the Gold Award. By creating a formal process for girls to request accommodations while pursuing the Highest Award, Girl Scouts has ensured that no girl will face barriers to her success.
The Gold Award, the highest honor a Girl Scout can achieve, is designed with flexibility to meet the individual needs of each girl. Advisors can work with Girl Scouts on a case-by-case basis to provide accommodations, ensuring that all girls can accomplish their goals to the best of their ability.
“Girl Scouts believe in the power of all girls,” said Mary Anne Servian, CEO of Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida. “Jocelyn’s project beautifully reflects our commitment to inclusivity and demonstrates how Girl Scouts can truly make the world a better place.”
Girls needing accommodations while pursuing the Girl Scout Highest Awards can request them through the new Special Factors section of GoGold Online, ensuring they have the tools and support necessary to succeed.
It’s the most delicious time of the year—Girl Scout Cookie Season is just around the corner! The Girl Scout Cookie Program launched on Jan. 7 across the Gulfcoast council, covering ten counties: Manatee, Hardee, Highlands, Sarasota, DeSoto, Charlotte, Glades, Lee, Hendry, and Collier, and ends on Mar. 9. Girl Scout Cookie fans can now order in person or online through Digital Cookie by connecting with local Girl Scouts. Booth sales, where Girl Scouts sell cookies directly to the public, begin Feb. 7.
Beyond satisfying sweet tooth cravings, Cookie purchases are an investment in local Girl Scouts and their communities, funding adventures, empowering girls, and supporting impactful service projects throughout the year.
When you buy a box of Girl Scout Cookies, every penny stays local. Profits are divided between individual Girl Scouts and their council, the Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida (GSGCF). The girls use their earnings to fund projects, trips, and personal goals, while the council reinvests in programming that creates unforgettable camp adventures and dynamic activities for girls all year long.
Troop 610 recently turned their profits from the fall “Mags and Munchies” program, the sister program to the Girl Scout Cookie Program, into a heartfelt community project. The girls created 50 Birthday Cake Kits, each filled with the non-perishable ingredients to bake a cake, balloons, candles, and a disposable pan—complete with a hand-colored birthday card. The kits were donated to local schools, ensuring that every child, regardless of financial situation, could celebrate their birthday. We can only imagine how these girls are going to help their community with their Cookie funds!
“They really enjoyed doing this, and I’m glad we were able to donate to their schools so it could hit closer to home for them,” said Lisa Haney, Troop 610’s leader.
Troop 610 decided to use their Mags & Munchies profits to fund a service project for local school children.The girls included hand-written birthday cards and party supplies purchased with their fall product porfits.
The experience of a lifetime
Last year, a group of local Girl Scouts turned years of cookie sales into an unforgettable Girl Scout Destinations trip to London and Paris. The European adventure exemplifies the life-changing opportunities cookie funds can provide, empowering girls to explore the world and gain independence.
The Girl Scouts who embarked on this unforgettable journey included Izy S. from Cape Coral, Melissa G. and Payson G. from Parrish, Teresa S. and Chloe S. from Bradenton, Brooke H. and Ava G. from Fort Myers, Tabitha G. and Bailey G. from Fort Myers, as well as Aimee F. and Madison K. from Venice.
Girl Scouts visit Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London.The Girl Scouts visited iconic landmarks in France, such as the Eiffel Tower.
The Girl Scout Cookie Program builds lifelong skills
The Girl Scout Cookie Program is more than a fundraiser—it’s the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world. By participating, girls gain five essential skills: goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics. These skills build the foundation for success in life and leadership.
“Our Girl Scouts learn so much through the Cookie Program—it’s not just about selling cookies; it’s about building confidence, learning life skills, and giving back to the community,” said Mary Anne Servian, CEO of Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida. “When you buy Girl Scout Cookies, you’re supporting these incredible experiences and helping develop the leaders of tomorrow.”
Get Ready to Make a Difference!
Girl Scouts across the gulf coast are officially taking orders now for the 2025 Girl Scout Cookie season. Whether you’re stocking up on Thin Mints or giving back to the community through Gift of Caring donations, your purchase makes a real difference.
Stay tuned for more details about booth locations and online ordering options. You can find Cookies through the virtual Cookie Locator on the Girl Scouts’ website: https://www.girlscouts.org/cookies. You can also text 59618 to stay up to date on the latest Cookie news. Together, we can make this Cookie season the sweetest yet!
Additionally, this year, local businesses can now partner with Girl Scouts in their communities by becoming Cookie Business Partners. GSGCF introduced a new Cookie Business Partner Program for the 2024 Cookie Program. Through this program girls expanded their skills by approaching businesses hoping to increase their troop sales and earn Cookie Business Kits. Business owners interested in participating in our Business Partner Program can reach out to cookies@gsgcf.org or contact Ashley Gill at ashleyg@gsgcf.org
For more information about Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida or how to join or support a troop, visit www.gsgcf.org.
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