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National Girl Scout Day celebrates the founding of Girl Scouts of the USA every March 12. This day honors the organization’s mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character. Support local troops, volunteer your time, or simply enjoy a box of your favorite Girl Scout cookies.
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Expected National Girl Scout Day Deals
While National Girl Scout Day isn’t typically marked by widespread commercial deals in the traditional sense, the period around March 12 is prime for Girl Scout cookie sales. Troops across the nation will be out in force, selling beloved varieties like Thin Mints, Samoas, and Tagalongs. Many local businesses, such as Walmart and Target, often host cookie booths, providing prime locations for girls to reach customers. Beyond cookies, look for local community events and fundraisers organized by Girl Scout councils. Companies like Patagonia or REI might highlight their support for outdoor education programs that align with Girl Scout values. We will update this page with confirmed live opportunities to support Girl Scouts as March 12 approaches.
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National Girl Scout Day Hero
Juliette Gordon Low
National Girl Scout Day timeline
Juliette Gordon Low comes up with the idea for an organization that will groom the courage, character, and confidence of young girls.
During the Great Depression, the Girl Scouts participate actively in relief efforts and helping those in need.
The Girl Scouts elect Gloria D. Scott as the first African American president of the board.
As computers become more popular and incorporated into daily life, the ‘Technology’ badge is introduced for Girl Scout Juniors.
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World Scout Scarf Day
World Scout Scarf Day rallies scouts worldwide every August 1, encouraging them to proudly don their iconic scarves. This day shines a spotlight on the foundational life skills and enduring values taught through scouting. Celebrate by sharing your scouting memories, learning a new outdoor skill, or supporting local scout troops.
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Girl Scout Founder’s Day
Girl Scout Founder’s Day honors Juliette Gordon Low every October 31, commemorating her vision in establishing the Girl Scouts. This day celebrates her legacy of empowering millions of girls to develop courage, confidence, and character. Join us in recognizing the impact of scouting by supporting local troops or sharing your own Girl Scout story.
See MoreNational Girl Scout Day FAQs
When is National Girl Scout Day?
In 2027, National Girl Scout Day is observed on Friday, March 12. This annual event marks the date of the first Girl Scout meeting in 1912.
How many Girl Scouts are there?
The Girl Scouts organization continues to thrive, with millions of girls and adult volunteers actively participating in its programs. This robust membership reflects the ongoing relevance and impact of its mission to foster leadership and character.
What is the history of Girl Scout cookies?
The tradition of Girl Scout cookie sales began over a century ago as a simple way for troops to fund their activities. From homemade treats to nationally recognized brands, these iconic cookies have become synonymous with the organization’s entrepreneurial spirit.
What is the Girl Scout Promise?
Central to the Girl Scout experience, the Girl Scout Promise guides members in their actions and beliefs. It is a commitment to personal growth, community service, and adherence to a set of ethical principles outlined in the Girl Scout Law.
National Girl Scout Day Activities
Buy some cookies
Yes, you read that sentence right. We’re giving you the excuse you’ve been longing for to go out and buy those cookies! 100% of the money from cookie sales goes back into the organization. Further, all the money you spend stays local. That means instead of funding Girl Scouts HQ, your money is helping directly support your community and its development. Personally, we think that’s pretty awesome!
Create your own Girl Scout badge
Okay, so you’re probably too old to run out and join Girl Scouts (and if you’re not, we hope you’re using the internet with parental supervision). However, you can do the next best thing and create badges for yourself. Set challenges and then give yourself badges when you complete them! Have you always wanted to try a new hike but could never find the motivation? Create a wilderness explorer badge! We’re exaggerating, but you get the point.
Spend time with your favorite Girl Scout
We all know a Girl Scout. Maybe it’s your daughter; maybe it’s your little cousin. Either way, spend a little time with them this National Girl Scout Day and let them know how loved and appreciated they are. Tell them they’re going to change the world! Girl Scouts is all about lifting girls up, and you can support that mission this March 12.
Why We Love National Girl Scout Day
Girl Scouts empowers girls
The Girl Scout mission is to “[build] girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.” How could we not love an organization who wants to create powerful girls? We need the next generation to be both smart and altruistic, and Girl Scouts is trying to accomplish just that. Queen Bey explains it better than we ever could: “Who run the world? Girls!"
Their cookies are delicious, darn it
Excuse our French; we get very excited about Girl Scout cookies. We’ve started minor wars with our friends over which flavors are the best. And it’s all because of those delicious circles of minty, chocolate, peanut-buttery goodness. We can’t stop eating them. We don’t want to stop eating them! We will gladly give up being healthy or in staying in shape if it means we can eat mass quantities of these wonderful cookies. Plus, a hot body is overrated … right?
They taught everyone we know how to make lanyards
Let’s be real — none of us would know how to make lanyards without a Girl Scout. Whether you made your first lanyard in summer camp or on the elementary school playground, you learned how to do it from a Girl Scout. We don’t know exactly why all Girl Scouts make lanyards, but we’ve all reaped the benefits. What would life be without lanyards? Backpack zippers would be much less swanky, at the very least. Thank you, Girl Scouts.
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