Rebecca Mattison has been a volunteer for Girl Scouts of Western New York for nearly 15 years. During her time, she’s led troops, served as the Service Unit Manager for Sweet Home, and now plans events for the service unit. Recently, the skills she learned from being involved […]
We want to take a moment to thank everyone who participated in #GivingTuesday and made it an overwhelming success, both for Girl Scouts of Western New York and the non-profit world as a whole. Early results indicate that donations increased by nearly 40% over last year, for a […]
The Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) is one of the most valuable resources for our volunteers, helping you to stay organized and in communication with your troop and parents. Check out the 10 tips below to make sure you’re getting the most out of the VTK.
In Girl Scouts, we have a long, storied, and successful history of getting girls outdoors. One of the most cherished memories of many of our Girl Scouts is their camping experience. It’s not just about getting outside: we believe in the importance of connecting with nature in a […]
The story below comes from Theresa Kasper, a 40-year volunteer with Girl Scouts in Western New York. While she explains the difference Girl Scouts made in her life, we wanted to explain the difference she’s made to us. With a four-decade history, it isn’t surprised that she’s well […]
Today marks the return to work after the Thanksgiving feasting and we sincerely hope you had a wonderful time with friends and family. We want to take a chance to say again how thankful we are for you and your support of Girl Scouts of Western New York. […]
Our mission of building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place is more than just words; we see it in action. Girl Scouts throughout Western New York continually live out our mission. Consider Jaylah’s story, the Girl Scout pictured above. As a […]
Black Friday is upon us and Cyber Monday is approaching quickly. You’ve created your gift list and checked it twice, so now you’re determined to find the best deals. Did you know that you could save money AND support Girl Scouts of Western New York at the same […]
Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at Girl Scouts of Western New York!
Girl Scouts is more than just an activity for your girl. It can have life-changing effects on who she becomes and what she believes she can achieve. Take Maria’s story, for example. Maria’s journey with Girl Scouts began in Puerto Rico, when she joined as a Daisy. Five […]
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