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Fall Event at Holiday World & Splashin' Safari
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Join GSSI on Saturday, September 7 for our Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Fall Event as Girl Scout councils from across Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio partner up for a fun day at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari in Santa Claus, Indiana. This day of fun and adventure is perfect for the entire family! Tickets to this event will give families access to Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari, a buffet lunch, a Girl Scout SWAP session, a special patch, and additional program activities for Girl Scouts throughout the day.
Tickets to this event are $60 per person. If you hold a season pass, you may use your season pass for admission but will need to pay $25 for the buffet lunch and Girl Scout program activities to gain access to the event. The deadline to register for this event is August 11, 2024.
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Girl Media Team Callout
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All Girl Scouts in grades 2-12 are invited to join GSSI's new Girl Media Team! The team will be a part of our council's marketing & communication strategy and allow girls to use their skills and talents to help tell the Girl Scout story in our communities through writing stories, creating social media content, taking photos, and speaking with local media.
Interested girls are invited to our Girl Media Team Callout event! The event will teach girls about storytelling, interview skills, photography, and creating videos. After the event, girls will have the opportunity to take on assignments based on their interests and skills. Plus, the team will meet at least four times yearly for educational activities and special outings.
When: Saturday, August 17, 1:00–3:00 PM CDT
Where: GSSI Council Office, 5000 E Virginia St, Evansville, IN 47715
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 22 at 12:30 PM CDT.
You can learn more and register for the event below. If you have questions, please contact Lindsey Alvey, Senior Marketing & Communications Specialist, at lalvey@girlscouts-gssi.org.
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Help the Earth with the Girl Scout Tree Promise
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Join Girl Scouts as they learn to problem-solve and take care of our planet by planting, protecting, and honoring trees. Made possible by General Motors, the Girl Scout Tree Promise highlights how important trees are to our local and global ecosystems due to their benefits for people, animals, and the planet. Access the FREE Tree Promise Activity and Guide to lead your family & friends to act together!
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Put Yourself Out There— Outside!
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Why go outside? Whether it’s five minutes of outdoor sketching, having a picnic, or paddleboarding, getting outdoors is a great way to help improve mood, focus, and confidence. This summer, Girl Scouts has 50+ fun outdoor activities for you to choose from as part of the Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge. Girl Scouts who participate unlock a fresh patch. Download our FREE activity page (available in English and Spanish) and venture outside!
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What has your troop been up to?
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Hey there, Girl Scouts— The school year has finished, end-of-year celebrations with troops have been had, and summer is now upon us, but GSSI still wants to know what your troop did this year! Send us your Girl Scout stories & photos and get featured on GSSI's social media & website. All submissions can be emailed to Hannah Minasian at hminasian@girlscouts-gssi.org. You can also share it on social media, tag GSSI, and use these special hashtags to submit your story: #GirlScoutsSWIN #WhatAGirlCanDo
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Save The Date: Destination to Costa Rica
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Save the date, Girl Scouts— GSSI is inviting all Senior & Ambassador Girl Scouts to travel with us on a Destination to Costa Rica in the Summer of 2025!
This 8-day trip to Costa Rica will allow girls to explore local markets, zipline through jungle canopies, spend time on the beach, and snorkel in the ocean. The trip contains leadership workshops with local NGOs and organizations that focus on issues like poverty, access to education, sustainability, environmental conservation, and more. Girls will get to learn, develop skills, and explore on this Costa Rican adventure!
Learn more about traveling with Girl Scouts, this Destination to Costa Rica, and sign up for a virtual info meeting on July 3, 2024, with the buttons below!
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2024 Cookie Celebrities
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Congratulations to our 2024 Cookie Celebrities who each reached 500 packages or more to earn this title. We are so proud of each of you for all your hard work!
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End of Cookie Program Surveys
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These surveys close on June 14 and GSSI wants to do whatever we can to make your next cookie program bigger & better! Please share any feedback or ideas with us as we read every comment and suggestion. There will be a drawing for a $25 GSSI Shop Gift Certificate for each survey, too!
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Voting for 2025 Cookie Recognitions
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Voting continues to decide what recognitions will be available for the next Girl Scout Cookie season. Vote now for the 2025 Cookie Program before it closes in July!
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Campfire Cookie Chats
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GSSI is hosting two Campfire Cookie Chats for girls & volunteers to discuss cookies! The Girl Campfire Cookie Chat will be on Sunday, July 7, from 1:00-2:00 PM CT at the council office. We will discuss past and upcoming cookie programs as the Cookie Program is the girls' program and we always want them to have a voice in how it is run. Girls must RSVP to attend this chat. The Volunteer Campfire Cookie Chat will be on Sunday, July 21, from 1:00-2:00 PM CT at the council office. Volunteers will be steering this meeting with questions/topics submitted beforehand. This is to help any new volunteers (or seasoned volunteers) with any cookie questions they may have. Volunteers must RSVP to attend this chat.
To RSVP, please email Gretchen at cookies@girlscouts-gssi.org.
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Summer Program Guide Available Now
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GSSI's Summer Program Guide is online now! Program Guides are seasonal guides that feature council and community partner events, and programs for girls, troops, and families. Plan your summer of adventure now!
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Darkness to Light’s “Stewards of Children”
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GSSI is partnering with Lampion Center to present Darkness to Light's Stewards of Children to adults in our community. This evidence-informed, award-winning training teaches adults practical actions they can take to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. All GSSI volunteers are strongly advised to complete this training. Guardians and other community organizations are welcome to attend this training as well.
When: August 28, 2024, 5:30-8:30 PM CDT
Where: GSSI Office or Virtually
Cost: FREE
Registration Deadline: August 23, 12:00 PM CDT
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Summer at Juliette’s: The Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum
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As summer arrives, the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum is excited to introduce a program opportunity for GSSI's troops! "Summer at Juliette’s" is a special promotion offering a 15% discount on all July Girl Scout Troop Experiences at the Birthplace. Popular programs, including She's Got Game, Over Teacups, Picture This, and House for All, are designed to enrich troops with leadership, creativity, and a deep dive into Girl Scout history. The Birthplace is asking for interested troops to plan their visit for July and make their reservations at least one month in advance to ensure availability. Bookings can be made directly on their website, using the promo code “SUMMER24.” For troops unable to meet the booking window, please call the Birthplace at 912-233-4501, and they will do their best to accommodate your plans!
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Are you passionate about empowering young girls and helping them develop crucial life skills? We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated candidate for the following position:
Membership Specialist: As a Membership Specialist, you will help with the development and execution of girl & adult membership recruitment and retention plans to achieve annual membership goals and outcomes using methods that reflect the community's strengths. This role also supports volunteers throughout the year, including recruiting, selecting, appointing, training, and evaluating their success. This position can be part-time or full-time with a minimum of 30 hours per week. Additional hours are available during peak recruitment months of August–November and April–May. APPLY NOW
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Journey to Health at the Evansville Museum of Arts, History, & Science
What: Join the Evansville Museum of Art, History, & Science for Super Saturday: the Journey to Health! This community event includes FREE admission and FREE theater shows, with hands-on activities, special guests, and more!
When: Saturday, June 22, 2024, 11 AM CDT
Where: Evansville, IN
Cost: FREE
Girl Scout Day at New Harmony
What: New Harmony State Historic Site welcomes all Girl Scouts to participate in their first-ever Girl Scout Day! Tour historic Community House #2 and learn about the two utopias that lived there Then, participate in their DIY Archaeology program. Girl Scouts will earn a New Harmony patch for participating!
When: Saturday, July 6, 2024
First session: 11 AM – 12:30 PM CDT
Second session: 1:30 PM – 3 PM CDT
Where: New Harmony, IN
Cost: $10 per Girl Scout; 25% discount for members; general admission not included
Registration Deadline: July 5, 2024
Check out our event calendar for more events and upcoming programs!
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GSSI Retail Shop Hours & Info
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The GSSI Retail Shop has you covered for all things Girl Scouts, even in the summer! Open shopping in the Retail Shop happens on Mondays from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM CT. Customer Care is available Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM CT. Can't make it in? No worries! Online and pre-orders are accepted Monday through Friday and may be placed online, by email, or by phone for FREE shipping or pick-up! Contact the GSSI Retail Shop & Customer Care at (812) 421-4970 or support@girlscouts-gssi.org.
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With your support, they shine. Give today.
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Investing in Girl Scouts is an investment in making our community better, stronger, and brighter. Your gift will be used to ensure local Girl Scouts gain the skills and confidence needed to accept challenges, overcome obstacles, and become leaders. Plus, every dollar you give stays right here in our community.
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Follow GSSI on Social Media!
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Click the buttons below to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, and then go to TikTok to watch our girl-focused content!
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