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Welcome to GSSI's Weekly Volunteer Update!
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Upcoming Service Unit Meetings
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Service units (SUs) consist of Girl Scout members who live in the same city or county. SUs provide opportunities for volunteers to connect, share experiences, and build camaraderie through their shared commitment to the Girl Scout mission. Regardless of volunteer role, all volunteers are invited to attend SU meetings in their area. Learn more at About Girl Scout Service Units.
GSSI staff will distribute money aprons for all returning co-leaders and SU team members and spring renewal rewards during the fall SU meetings! Spring renewal items will include a list of individuals receiving rewards. Troop coupons expire on September 30, 2024.
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Knox: Tuesday, September 10, 6:30 PM EDT, Vincennes Ponderosa (2625 Hart St)
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Pike: Wednesday, September 25, 6:00 PM EDT, Pike County History Museum (1104 Main St, Petersburg)
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Vanderburgh: Thursday, September 26, 6:00 PM CDT, GSSI office (5000 E Virginia St, Evansville), voting on the merging of all Vanderburgh service units (East River, North West, North Central)
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Last chance to register for this special volunteer workshop with Solely You! Volunteers will receive step-by-step instructions for creating an 11-inch "Hello Pumpkin" wooden design.
The registration deadline is Tuesday, September 10.
WHEN: Thursday, September 12, 6:00–7:30 PM CDT
WHERE: Solely You, 1304 S Green River Rd, Evansville, IN 47715
COST: $25
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GSSI's Fireside Chat: Welcome New Volunteers!
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Join GSSI staff on Tuesday, September 17, from 6:00-7:00 PM CDT for a virtual meeting to welcome 1st and 2nd year volunteers. Experienced volunteers are also encouraged to attend to network with new volunteers.
Meeting Agenda
• Welcome from GSSI Staff
• Breakout Rooms: Get To Know You
• Overview of the GSSI Membership Year
RSVP by Sunday, September 15 to receive the virtual meeting link!
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Join GSSI staff and volunteers for the 2024 Fall Volunteer Leadership Summit on Saturday, October 5 at McCutchanville Community Church in Evansville! Food will be provided to all attendees free of charge.
Optional Networking: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM CDT
Main Event: 10:00 AM -1:00 PM CDT
Summit Agenda
• Leadership Skill Building: The 6 Types of Working Genius
• Service Unit Discussion Panel and Q&A
• Best Financial Practices for Troops; GSSI will be premiering our new Goal Setting Planner!
Don't miss out—all volunteers who attend will receive a limited edition 2024 Fall Summit Patch!
Registration deadline is Thursday, September 19.
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Important Cookie Program Updates
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Confirm Troop Cookie Volunteers: When you have confirmed your troop's cookie volunteer(s) for the 2025 Cookie Program, please email Gretchen at cookies@girlscouts-gssi.org.
Cookie Program Resources: All cookie program forms and resources will be available on the GSSI website, www.girlscouts-gssi.org, starting October 1, 2024. Helpful resources include YouTube training on specific cookie topics, easy-to-follow tip sheets, and more! Volunteers can access cookie resources under Cookies/Cookie Resources for Volunteers on the GSSI website.
Cookie Training: Mark your calendars! Service Unit (SU) Cookie Trainings have been set, and Cookie Chairs will contact you this month with detailed information.
• Gibson: TBD
• Spencer/Perry: Thursday, November 7
• Posey: Monday, November 11
• Daviess/Martin/Pike: Wednesday, November 13
• Knox: Thursday, November 14
• Dubois: Monday, November 18
• Warrick (all): Wednesday, November 20
• Vanderburgh (all): Thursday, November 21
Cookie Booth Training (ALL AREAS): Monday, November 25
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Child Protection Guidelines and Training
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GSSI's Child Protection Guidelines ensure the safety of youth in GSSI programs by equipping staff and volunteers to recognize, prevent, and respond to child abuse. All staff and volunteers must read pages 24-30 of GSSI's Policies, Standards, Volunteer & Child Protection Guidelines.
Staff and volunteers providing direct youth services must complete the online training (pages 25-26) and submit THIS FORM by Thursday, October 31.
Volunteers who completed the training and submitted the form in 2024 do not need to resubmit. Those with recent, accredited child abuse prevention training can upload their certificate to THIS FORM to fulfill requirements.
Contact Alyssa Miller at amiller@girlscouts-gssi.org with any questions.
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Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
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Upcoming Girl Opportunities
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How to Get in Touch with Us
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General questions & assistance: Email GSSI at support@girlscouts-gssi.org.
Volunteer events, training, and resources: Alyssa Miller, Volunteer Support & Training Manager, at amiller@girlscouts-gssi.org.
Bank accounts and finance reports: Brittany Pringle, Membership Administrator, at bpringle@girlscouts-gssi.org.
Membership questions and troop support: Contact your Membership Specialist based on the areas listed below.
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Zone 1: membership1@girlscouts-gssi.org East River Vanderburgh, North Central Vanderburgh, All Warrick
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Zone 2: membership2@girlscouts-gssi.org Gibson, Knox, Posey, North West Vanderburgh
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Zone 3: membership3@girlscouts-gssi.org Daviess, Martin, Pike
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Zone 4: membership4@girlscouts-gssi.org Dubois, Perry, Spencer
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For additional membership support: Kim Consley, Director of Membership, at kconsley@girlscouts-gssi.org.
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Show Us What You're Up To!
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GSSI wants to know about the positive change that local Girl Scouts are creating so that we can spread their stories and their impact further. Tell us about your troop's Take Action project, volunteer activities, or participation in local events. Your girls could be featured on our website, social media, or future marketing materials!
Send your stories and photos to Hannah Minasian at hminasian@girlscouts-gssi.org. Be sure to include your troop number and details of the activities pictured.
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