Girl Scouts have been making a difference in their communities and the world beyond for over 100 years. In 1912, Juliette Gordon Low set out to create an organization that would give girls the opportunity to try new things they had never been exposed to before, such as camping, hiking, and forestry. At a time … Continue reading A Century of Girl Scout Uniforms
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! Each year from September 15th to October 15th, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon B. … Continue reading National Hispanic Heritage Month
Girl Scouts have been selling some of the nation’s most iconic cookies for over 100 years, all while helping girls learn five essential skills - goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics! 1910s In 1917, five years after Juliette Gordon Low started Girl Scouts in the United States, the Mistletoe Troop … Continue reading The History of Girl Scout Cookies
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