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CPR/First Aid Training
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Registration is open for Spring CPR/First Aid dates. This training meets all requirements for First Aider criteria needed for troop travel. Please note that the Jonesboro class is being rescheduled. We will post the new date as soon as it is available.
April 18 | Fort Smith | Register
May 2 | Rogers | Register
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LEAF University 2026 | May 30 | CE
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Calling All Super Leaders! Get ready to power up at LEAF University 2026: Superhero YOU – Leading with Courage! LEAF University is an action-packed one-day retreat that is all about celebrating you — the everyday heroes who make the magic happen. Enjoy fun workshops designed for both new and experienced leaders, team-building adventures, and plenty of laughter along the way. Come recharge your powers, share ideas, and leave inspired to lead with courage and confidence!
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Program Updates
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Powderpuff Pinewood Derby | April 18 | Register
The Sugar Creek Service Unit invites you to join them April 18 for their inaugural Powderpuff Pinewood Derby. Cost is $10 per girl and includes a custom patch! Contact: jwoods@girlscoutsdiamonds.org.
Little Camp on the Prairie | May 2-3 | Camp NOARK
Step into homestead life with hands on making, outdoor skills, and classic camp adventures. You can choose to stay the weekend or do Saturday only.
Women’s History Month | March 1-31 | CE
Celebrate Women's History Month by earning your Women's History badge at the Clinton Presidential Museum. Girl Scouts will explore inspiring stories of women trailblazers, discover their impact on history, and take part in engaging activities that highlight women's achievements across various fields. FREE entry for all Girl Scouts and Leaders in uniform during March.
Fire Safety Program Opportunity for Troops
The Arkansas Fire Marshal’s Office is offering to visit Girl Scout troop meetings across the state to provide fire safety education. Their team will cover topics such as fire prevention, creating a family escape plan, and the importance of working smoke detectors. With fire fatalities rising in Arkansas, this is an important opportunity to help girls and families learn life-saving safety skills. The Fire Marshal’s team is willing to travel statewide to meet with troops.
To schedule a visit for your troop, contact:
Otho Anderson
otho.anderson@adem.arkansas.gov
501-690-5047
Mark your calendar for the first of every month and check your inbox for the Program Update newsletter. It is your monthly snapshot important deadlines and what is coming next across programs and camps.
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Summer Camp
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Summer camp is calling. Long days outside, campfires, laughter with new friends, archery on the range, creative time in the craft house, pool splashes, and challenges that build confidence. Registration is open now.
Payment Plans Available
Flexible payment plans are available for summer camp. Families can set up a payment plan for their remaining balance after the deposit is paid. All camp balances must be paid in full two weeks prior to the start of the registered camp session. Setting up a payment plan early can help make camp more manageable and stress-free for families.
We’re Hiring for Summer Camp
Summer camp hiring is underway, and we are looking for energetic, responsible and fun team members to join us this season. Positions include unit leads, counselors, kitchen staff, health support, and camp leadership roles.
If you know a teacher, college student, outdoor enthusiast, or someone who loves working with girls in a camp setting, please share this opportunity. Summer camp is more than a job. It is leadership development, lifelong memories and a chance to make a real impact.
Applications are open now. Help us build an incredible team for this summer.
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Scholarship News
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2026 GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship
The 2026 Gold Award Scholarship ($5,000 awarded in each council) recognizes exceptional Girl Scouts who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership and created meaningful, sustainable change through their Gold Award projects. The application for the 2026 Gold Award Scholarship is open March 13-April 14.
Visit the GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship page to learn what applicants should know, who is eligible and how to apply.
2026 Diamonds Graduating Seniors Scholarship
Girl Scouts – Diamonds has established the Diamonds Graduating Senior Scholarship Program, which is committed to advancing leadership opportunities for girl members after high school. These scholarships are available for graduating senior Girl Scouts who epitomize the Girl Scout Mission. The application is now open and the deadline to apply is March 27. More information and how to apply can be found here.
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Adult Recognitions
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Adult Recognitions
It’s recognition time! Take a moment to review the Adult Recognition Descriptions and nominate volunteers who go above and beyond and truly radiate the Girl Scout Law and Promise in everything that they do. Need a refresher? Check out How to Submit a Council Award Nomination to learn more!
Endorsers should carefully reflect on those they are endorsing. You may nominate as many people as you wish. We do limit how many endorsements you may submit to five.
Nomination Submissions are now live. Nominations and endorsements must be received no later than April 15. Contact: recognitions@girlscoutsdiamonds.org.
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Spring Renewal Time is Coming Up!
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It’s almost time for Spring Renewal! All troop leaders will receive an email detailing our incentives with a packet attached for your renewal needs! Our theme this year is belonging- no matter where you are on your Girl Scout journey, you are a part of something shared and safe! This year, we will again have a first-week exclusive reward from April 1-10. Every girl who renews during this time frame will receive a canvas bag.
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Other incentives include a free sticker and patch, a $10 rebate on membership, and apparel for purchase. The rebate for renewing girl members is to help offset the financial impact on families due to the increase in membership. The rebate will be deposited into troop accounts at the beginning of the new membership year. For IRGs, the rebate will be deposited into the service unit account. Adults who renew between April 1-10 will also receive a free sticker and patch, with the ability to purchase the apparel with this year’s theme.
Extended Care Hours
During the early renewal period, our staff will be available for extended hours! April 6-9, we will be available 9 am-8 pm. On April 10, we will be available 9 am-midnight! You can reach us via email at info@girlscoutsdiamonds.org, LiveChat on our website, or at 800.632.6894.
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Camp 479 and Camp 501: Call for Volunteers
Play like a Girl Scout, party like an adult!
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Whether you're in Central or Northwest Arkansas, we're looking for volunteers to join us for an evening of camp-y adventure at our signature fundraising events. There's an opportunity for every interest, like hosting an activity station, monitoring the silent auction, or working the registration table. If you'd like to stay behind the scenes, come early or stay late for set-up and tear-down.
Camp 479 | April 10 | Springdale
Camp 501 | September 18 | North Little Rock
To volunteer, or to purchase either a table or tickets, please contact funddevelopment@girlscoutsdiamonds.org.
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March 15
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Booths and Digital Cookie end
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March 18
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Troop final allocations + reward orders due
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March 20
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SUPM final allocations + reward order due
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April 11
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Troop draft
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Cookie Patches Are Here!
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It’s cookie season, and it’s time to celebrate the hustle! The Girl Scouts – Diamonds retail shop is offering a big selection of cookie patches for just $1 each now through March 31. These fun patches are a perfect way to recognize your girls’ hard work and cookie-selling achievements. Quantities are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait!
Stop by the shop today, call us at (800) 632-6894, or email retail@girlscoutsdiamonds.org to grab yours. Celebrate their success while supplies last!
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Retail Shop Hours
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Little Rock Retail Hours
Monday | Closed to the public
Tuesday-Thursday | 9 am-5:30 pm (Closed 1-2 pm for lunch.)
Friday | 9 am-1 pm
Need something specific or have a question? Feel free to email us anytime at retail@girlscoutsdiamonds.org – we’re here to help with all your Girl Scouts needs!
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