Gold Award Girl Scout: Stella Nuveman
Congratulations, Stella, on earning your Gold Award! GSSEM is proud of you and your dedication to making a positive impact on your community and beyond. Project: Save the Birds! Stella’s...
Girl Scout Cookies Are Here—Don’t Miss a Crumb! Here’s Everything You Need to Know
The Wait is Over—2025 Girl Scout Cookie Season is Here! 🍪
Ready to stock up and make a difference? Here’s how you can join the fun:
Want to share the cookie love? Make sure to tag @GirlScouts and use #GirlScoutCookieSeason in all your amazing stories on social media.
Happy Girl Scout Cookie Season! 🍪
Cookie lovers, REJOICE! The most delicious time of the year has officially begun—the 2025 Girl Scout Cookie® season is in full swing, and it’s time to treat yourself while supporting this generation of girl leaders. As a reminder, these aren't just any cookies — they help unbox the future for Girl Scouts everywhere, one iconic cookie box at a time.
A Lineup Worth Craving
A Lineup Worth Craving
The 2025 cookie lineup is stacked with fan-favorite flavors you know and love. Thin Mints®, Samoas®/Caramel deLites®, and Peanut Butter Patties®/Tagalongs® are all back, ready to dazzle your taste buds. But, cookie lovers, we’ve got some bittersweet news. This is the LAST SEASON you’ll be able to get your hands on Toast-Yay!® and Girl Scout S’mores®. Yep, you heard that right—they’re going out with a bang, and you’ll want to stock up before they’re gone for good.
These sweet staples have been fan favorites for years, and now’s your chance to say goodbye in the most delicious way possible. Find a local cookie booth or connect with a Girl Scout you know to snag these soon-to-be-retired flavors before they’re gone forever.
Why Girl Scout Cookies Are More Than a Treat
These sweet staples have been fan favorites for years, and now’s your chance to say goodbye in the most delicious way possible. Find a local cookie booth or connect with a Girl Scout you know to snag these soon-to-be-retired flavors before they’re gone forever.
Why Girl Scout Cookies Are More Than a Treat
Sure, they’re tasty—but Girl Scout Cookies are so much more than a sweet snack. Every purchase fuels the largest entrepreneurial program in the world for girls. When you buy cookies, you’re helping girls gain life-changing skills like goal-setting, decision-making, money management, people skills, and business ethics.
Each box sold is an opportunity for a Girl Scout to build her confidence, courage, and character. The funds raised help power incredible Girl Scout adventures—think summer camp, service projects, and amazing travel experiences—all while developing essential entrepreneurial skills that last a lifetime. When you bite into that Thin Mint, know that you’re helping girls achieve BIG things.
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How to Support Girl Scouts This Cookie Season
- Know a Girl Scout? Order directly from her.
- No Girl Scout nearby? Use the Cookie Finder at www.girlscoutcookies.org to find a booth near you.
- Want cookies delivered? Starting February 21, have them shipped straight to your door via www.girlscoutcookies.org
- Stay in the loop! Text “COOKIES” to 59618 for updates on availability and exciting cookie news.
Want to share the cookie love? Make sure to tag @GirlScouts and use #GirlScoutCookieSeason in all your amazing stories on social media.
Happy Girl Scout Cookie Season! 🍪
5 Young Trailblazers to Know This Black History Month
Black History Month is a time to honor the past, celebrate the present, and look toward the future. Across the country, young people are shaping that future right now using creativity, courage, and compassion to challenge norms, open doors, and make space for others to thrive. We’re highlighting several young trailblazers whose stories reflect the power of ideas, leadership, and believing in what’s possible at any age.
Haili Smith and Brooke Smith
In 2020, siblings Haili Smith and Brooke Smith turned a personal challenge into a powerful solution. With different reading preferences but a shared realization, they noticed that stories became more engaging when young readers could see themselves reflected on the page. That led them to launch an organization dedicated to increasing access to culturally diverse children’s books in classrooms. What began as a simple idea has grown into a nationwide effort, with thousands of books placed into the hands of students. Their work highlights the importance of representation, empathy, and using lived experiences to spark positive change.
Genesis Butler
Genesis Butler has been advocating for the planet since early childhood. Inspired by family history and a concern for the environment, she began speaking out about the connection between everyday choices and environmental impact at a remarkably young age. Her voice quickly gained attention, opening doors for her to share her message on global stages. Over the years, Genesis has founded and led youth-driven initiatives focused on sustainability and climate awareness. Her leadership shows what’s possible when passion meets persistence, and how young people can influence conversations about the future of our world.
Bellen Woodard
Bellen Woodard noticed the language used in everyday creative spaces didn’t reflect everyone. Instead of accepting the norm, she imagined something better. Her idea helped shift how children think about identity, inclusion, and self-expression through art. By choosing curiosity and compassion, Bellen sparked conversations that reached far beyond her classroom. Her work reminds us that leadership often starts with asking thoughtful questions and having the courage to offer a more inclusive solution.
Kamora Freeland
Nia Thompson
From an early age, Nia Thompson knew she belonged on stage. A bold declaration in early childhood became a journey shaped by dedication, discipline, and self-advocacy. By the time she was a teenager, Nia had achieved a major performance milestone, turning years of preparation into a defining moment. Beyond performing, Nia has used her platform to celebrate culture, confidence, and creativity. She has explored storytelling through multiple formats and continues to build opportunities that uplift young voices. Her path reflects the power of setting goals early, believing in yourself, and showing up fully.
These young trailblazers remind us that leadership doesn’t wait for permission or perfection. It begins with noticing what’s missing, imagining something better, and taking that first brave step forward. During Black History Month, and all year long, we celebrate the next generation of changemakers who are shaping a more inclusive and hopeful future.
King Harald V of Norway, Girl Scout!
The late King Harald V of Norway was an honorary Girl Scout during World War II.
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10 Virtual Girl Scout Daisy Petal Meetings
With the rise in Covid cases across the country, many Councils are requiring leaders to have virtual meetings. Here are 10 virtual Girl Scout Daisy meetings to help with the planning.
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As a nation, we have had a challenging two years. Girl Scout troops across the nation, like most schools, went to virtual learning last year. During last spring, we were finally permitted to have in person meetings.
And now, as the Covid-19 numbers rise again, many Councils are telling leaders to return to the virtual format if they want to be with their troop.
For first year Daisy leaders, this can be daunting, as they do not have the experience from last year to rely on. Add on the challenge of cookie sales, if they chose to do them, and planning virtual meetings is an added stressor.
Since we do not know how long we will be unable to meet in person, I have put together a product that has 10 Virtual Girl Scout Daisy meetings.
With the exception of the orange Daisy petal, which is new, the others are a part of the other Daisy petal products that I have created. Everything you need is included, just let the girls know what they need and your planning is done.
Don’t Let Volunteer Appreciation Month Pass Without Doing This
Check Out Volunteer Appreciation Resources for 2026!
With all that volunteers do each year, finding a starting point to say “thank you” can be a challenge in itself! We've compiled fun, free bilingual materials available in English and Spanish in our 2026 Volunteer Appreciation Resources to get you started, including:
- A sweet coloring sheet to download and personalize to make any volunteer’s heart flutter.
- A fill-in-the-blank Thank You Card for your Girl Scout to complete with personal notes of appreciation.
Get Creative with a Hand-Made Gift using our DIY Gift Guide
There’s something about a hand-crafted gift that tugs at the heartstrings in such a special way. Whether you're characteristically creative or not, our DIY Gift Guide features gifting tips along with the pinch pot activity from our Craft and Tinker badge program, including step-by-step instructions for your Girl Scout to craft a sweet and simple gift that is sure to wow any volunteer.
Shop with Your Heart
If gift-giving is your appreciation language, we’ve got you covered! From troop leader essentials to dazzling trefoil jewelry and charms, there’s a thoughtful gift for every volunteer and budget with great options starting at just $5 in our Volunteer Gift Guide. (And a Girl Scout Shop Gift Card is always a solid choice, too!)
Keep up the Gratitude Attitude all Year
Volunteering is year-round, so there's no need to limit your appreciation to one month. Our free and fun resources are available outside of Volunteer Appreciation Month, especially for special moments like:
- Bridging ceremonies: when your Girl Scout reaches the next level, amp up your “thank you” game for her volunteers.
- Holiday celebrations: a little themed appreciation goes a long way.
- Birthdays: remembering someone’s birthday is an easy way to make them smile!
- Be the troop photographer: you’re already taking cute photos of your Girl Scout, so make sure to get some of the volunteers in action, too!
- Lead a meeting or guide a badge: is the troop interested in learning about something you’re passionate about? Raise your hand to help.
- Manage troop logistics: from group text updates to the carpool calendar, your organizational skills will be truly valued.
How to Make a Bubbling Witch’s Brew with Girl Scouts
Bubbling Witch's Brew: A Fun Halloween STEM Activity for Girl Scouts Looking for a fun Halloween activity for your Girl Scout troop? Grab some baking soda, vinegar, and a few simple supplies and get ready to make a bubbling Witch's Brew! This easy Halloween STEM activity is perfect for [...]
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Free Girl Scout Meeting Planning Tempates
Free Girl Scout meeting planning templates will help simplify organizing your troop meetings.
Are you ready to make planning each Girl Scout meeting easier?
Most of you reading this are probably thinking, What did I get myself into? Didn’t I just plan a meeting?
I know the feeling.
I have planned lessons for children since 1987. I have always considered each meeting I created like a lesson. There was always an objective, whether it was doing a badge, a service project or even, in our older scouting years, a Journey.
While this is intuitive for me, for many leaders, it is not.
This is why I am offering you two FREE troop meeting planning templates.
Template 1 is a pre-planning template. Get yourself organized before you get into the nitty gritty details.
Template 2 lays out exactly what you planned in an easy to use format. it comes in two versions-color and black and white.
You can get your free Girl Scout meeting planning templates here.
4 Great Fundraiser Ideas for Your Girl Scout Troop
The Girl Guides first began in England in 1909 when a crowd of girls demanded to participate in a Boy Scouts meeting. The organizer of the rally, Lord Baden-Powell, was…
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Girl Scout Daisy Create and Innovate Badge
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Children are naturally creative. Leaders will harness this ability to earn the Girl Scout Daisy Create and Innovate badge. Leaders who have covered the petals in previous meeting and have new girls who have not earned them will find this product useful, as the activities cover the concepts. It also serves as a review for the girls who have earned them already.
Because of the hands on activities, this badge will require two meetings to complete.
Available on TpT
Included in this resource:
- Introduction activity
- Recycle craft for Step 1 (great for review of the green petal, Use Resources Wisely)
- Two activities for Step 2 and a movement activity for introducing what they will be doing. Craft can review/earn the light green Daisy petal, Considerate and Caring.
- Easy closing activity for Step 3
- All printables
- List of materials needed for each activity