Introducing Confidence Crates—a brand-new subscription box for new members from the Girl Scouts of Western New York (GSWNY)! Confidence Crates were created especially for girls in grades K-2 to boost their creativity, problem-solving skills, and imagination and to help welcome them to Girl Scouts. Read to find out how to sign your girl up to receive them!
Guest Post by Gale Juntunen, GSWNY Volunteer Experience Specialist April is Autism Acceptance Month or Autism Awareness Month. There’s no denying that Autism Awareness has increased over the years. However, many still don’t have full awareness. It’s important to note that autism is not a disease, deficit, or […]
Deaf History Month is a time to commemorate and recognize the accomplishments of people who hard of hearing and deaf. Currently it is celebrated during April. It formerly spanned two months, March 13 to April 15, to include three significant days for the Deaf community: April 15, 1817 […]
On behalf of the GSWNY Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee, every month we’re highlighting different holidays and events that are celebrated by people around the world. Deaf History Month (Formely March 13, Ends April 15; New info from the National Association of of the Deaf (NAD): NEW DATE […]
Thank you to all of our fabulous Girl Scout Volunteers! Every April we celebrate our amazing volunteers. We hope you know how much we value the time, commitment, and passion you bring to our organization. Girl Scouts is a volunteer led organization, so truly we could not do […]
On behalf of the GSWNY Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee, every month we’re highlighting different holidays and events that are celebrated by people around the world. DEI Celebrations in April include the ends of Passover and Deaf History Month; National Autism Acceptance Month; Easter; Ramadan; Earth Day’ and […]
Interview with Mrs. Ralph C. Wilson Jr, Life Trustee of the Ralph. C. Wilson Foundation What is your passion? Girls’ participation in sports has meant so much to me. Why is it important for young girls to develop leadership skills? Leadership Skills: good listener, team player, provide inspiration, […]
Interview with Tiana Stephens, Communications Officer, Greater Rochester Health Foundation What is your passion? I am passionate about giving back and uplifting the work of people and organizations in Rochester, especially those that have been supportive of my four children. There are countless amazing non-profits and grassroots groups […]
Interview with Catherine M. Roberts, MBA, President and CEO, Resource Council of WNY What is your passion? My passion is to use my God-given talents to inspire, improve and impact the lives of others through service. One of my greatest desires is to help break the cycle of […]
Interview with Sabrina LaMar, President of the Monroe County Legislature What is your passion? My passion is to provide a platform for young women to follow their dreams. Oftentimes, women’s voices are ignored, and my intention is to amplify those voices so they can be heard. Why is […]
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