Special 57th National Council Session Results
On October 19, 2024, Girl Scouts of the USA and the National Board had the privilege of holding the first-ever special session of our National Council, where girl and adult delegates, representing councils across the country, discussed and voted on proposals regarding our national membership dues. The National Council approved national membership dues of $65 for girls phased in with $45 for Membership Year 2026 and $65 for Membership Year 2027 and $30 for adults. There is no change to the national membership dues for the current membership year.
Disaster-SNAP Announcement
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has received approval to implement the first phase of the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) in 25 western NC counties and the Eastern Band of the Cherokee households who reside in the 28719 zip code. Phase 1 of D-SNAP began on Friday, October 18 and the application period closes on Thursday, October 24. Learn more and apply here.
Amazing Work, Girl Scouts!
We want to thank Girl Scouts in our council who are taking action to help others through the aftermath of Hurricane Helene with a special patch. Please submit your information to the Girl Scout News form and check the Hurricane Helene Relief Stories box.
If you have already submitted a story, thank you! You do not need to re-submit. If you are unsure if you checked the Hurricane Helene Relief Stories box, please e-mail info@girlscoutsp2p.org to confirm you are on our list to receive a special thank you.
It’s Almost Cookie Time
We’re kicking off Girl Scout Cookie Season in a big way on Saturday, December 7 in Hickory- and registration for Cookie Expo and Cookie University is now open!
The annual GSCP2P Girl Scout Cookie Expo includes opportunities for Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies and Juniors to participate in fun, hands-on activities and kickoff the 2025 Girl Scout Cookie season with style. We have expanded our kickoff celebration to include Cookie University this year and are inviting Girl Scout Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors to play the game of life! Imagine a life-sized game board where girls become entrepreneurs for a day, making real-world decisions that sharpen their leadership and financial skills. As they move through each station, they’ll take on exciting roles like CEO, Marketing Expert and Sales Superstar, experiencing everything from setting goals and managing finances to developing customer relationships.
Become a National Delegate and Represent GSCP2P in Washington D.C.
We’re excited to announce that the 2026 Girl Scout Convention will take place in Washington, DC, from Monday, July 20, through Saturday, July 25.
Every three years, members from each council in Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) gather to conduct business on a national scale. Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont will send 4 – 6 National Delegates to the 2026 National Convention to attend the festivities and represent us at the National Council Session. This position can be held by any registered Girl Scouts ages 14 and up as well as Girl Scout adults. Learn more and apply to be a national delegate.
Applications for Council Delegates Now Open
Represent your service unit at GSCP2P’s Annual Meeting and Board Forums as a council delegate. These are elected positions that will be part of your local service unit and can be held by any registered Girl Scouts ages 14 and up as well as Girl Scout adults. Learn more and apply to be a council delegate.
Fall Product Program Rewards
How close are you to earning your customized troop T-shirt? Reach $325 in combined sales to receive this custom swag and join in the fun of learning business skills while earning funds for amazing Girl Scout experiences this year! Learn more about our Fall Product Program and get started by creating your M2 account.
Being a sensitive and compassionate entrepreneur is important:
- Please do not ask any friends and family facing tragedies and hardship to make purchases.
- Brainstorm with your troop on how to delegate some Fall Product proceeds for good. Set goals and create a plan – then explain to your customers how their purchase will be used for good.
- NEW! You can now promote our community troop Fall Product link. Proceeds from these Fall Product purchases will go directly to supporting Girl Scouts in our council who were affected by Hurricane Helene.
Congratulations to last week’s Fall Product Program top sellers! The Girl Scout who sells the most items in total dollar sales by the end of the program will win a jumbo elephant plush.
Adult Volunteer Resources & Trainings
Ready for a year of fun? Our age-appropriate troop year plans are the best tool for first year troop leaders to get started with Girl Scouts without getting overwhelmed. The entire year is mapped out—just follow along to help your Girl Scouts complete badge activities, improve their communities and explore the world around them! Want to invite more girls to join the fun? Use our customizable Join Our Troop flyer!
Remember, Girl Scouts isn’t about sticking to a strict curriculum. It’s about trying new things, experiencing it together and reflecting on what you learned and how it changed you. A successful troop leader is someone who can bring together a group of Girl Scouts to do just that. They guide Girl Scouts through earning badges and awards or simply having fun together while allowing the girls to take the lead whenever possible.
Upcoming Adult Programs:
Circle C Adult Program: Horseback Archery 3
Sunday, November 3
Sophia, NC
Register by October 28.
VIRTUAL: Youth Mental Health First Aid
Monday, November 4 and Tuesday, November 5
Register by October 28.
VIRTUAL: Troop Camping Information Session
Thursday, November 7
Register by November 4.
VIRTUAL: New Leader Office Hours and Q & A
Wednesday, November 13
Register by November 12.
VIRTUAL: Highest Awards Q&A
Thursday, November 14
Register by November 7.
VIRTUAL: New Leader Office Hours and Q & A
Wednesday, December 11
Register by December 10.
Upcoming Programs at a Glance
Girl Scout Founder’s Birthday Bash
Wednesday, October 30
Greensboro, NC
Gold Over America Tour
Friday, November 1
Greensboro, NC
Register by October 22.
VIRTUAL: Animal Craft Series
Tuesday, November 5, 12, 19 & 26
Register by October 18.
VIRTUAL: First Women of NASA Series: Live Q&A with NASA’s First X-43A Guinness World Record
Wednesday, November 6
Register by October 21.
VIRTUAL: Girl Scout Cooking Series
Saturday, November 9, 23 and December 14
Register by October 21.
VIRTUAL: Highest Awards Q&A
Thursday, November 14
Register by November 7.
Confidence Building at Circle C
Saturday, November 16
Sophia, NC
Register by November 11.
VIRTUAL: Gold Award Training
Tuesday, November 19
Register by November 12.
Shop Sale Next Week
We are excited to announce that the Asheville Shop is reopening this week and will resume normal business hours! We are also excited to better serve our membership by putting the Gastonia Shop on wheels! The last day to shop at our brick-and-mortar store in Gastonia is October 31. Mobile locations will be added to our calendar, but you can also bring the Girl Scout Shop to you and request a Troop Uniform Shop event for uniform fittings at your meeting location or request a Pop Up Shop for service unit meetings, troop meetings and local Girl Scout events! Want Girl Scout gear shipped directly to you? Use our shop order form or shop 24/7 online.
In honor of our founder’s birthday, all shop locations will be holding an in-store sale next week! Join us for big savings- like 70% off all apparel and 75% off all fun patches. Plus, girls who wear their Halloween costume on October 31 when they come to the Asheville Hickory or Greensboro Shop will get a FREE fun patch! Please note the Gastonia Shop will not have any fun patches in stock.
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