Volunteer Scoop: March
3/21/2024
Cookie Program: End of Program Checklist
Thank you for supporting your Girl Scouts’ Cookie program!
The last day of the cookie program is Monday, March 25. Here are some of our helpful Just in Time Guides to reference as you wrap up the Cookie Program:
- Transferring Cookies (PDF)
Step-by-step instructions for transferring cookies to Girl Scouts or other troops in eBudde. - End of Program Checklist (PDF)
Step-by-step instructions for finalizing the Cookie Sale Program. - Final ACH (PDF)
Step-by-step instructions for the Final ACH withdrawal.
Visit Cookie Resources for a complete list of resources for volunteers, girls and their caregivers.
Spring into Summer Events
Summertime brings nothing but smiles and sunshine, so get an early start and register your troop to attend one of our Spring Into Summer Events!
· April 14 Sioux Falls, SD
· April 20 Madison, SD
· April 27 Minot, ND
· April 27 Rapid City, SD
· April 28 Fargo, ND
· May 4 Grand Forks, ND
· May 4 Mitchell, SD
· May 5 Mandan, ND
Summer Camps and Programs
Summer camps and programs are open for registration! Check out the Spring/Summer Event Guide and talk with your Girl Scouts about attending camps together and register early to save your spot. Register for camps before May 1st to save a portion of the camp fee!
COO Town Hall
Join us for our next COO Town Hall with COO Stacy Stahl and the Mission Delivery Team. The virtual town hall will be held on Thursday, April 4 at 7 pm CT. The Mission Delivery Team will be sharing a spring update regarding membership, camp, and spring renewal. REGISTER TO ATTEND
Annual Meeting
The 2024 Girl Scouts Dakota Horizons Annual Meeting is on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Each service unit should elect Delegates to represent them. Girl Scout members aged 14 years and older can be elected Delegates. If you are interested in becoming a Delegate, please contact your service unit. All members are welcome to attend the Annual Meeting, however, only delegates may vote. Registration deadline is March 31, 2024. Visit the website for details and registration information.
Spring Renewal Incentives Released
This is your year! Starting April 1, girls and adults who renew their membership with Girl Scouts will qualify for some great incentives, including a $5 loyalty membership bonus, a glitter rocket lamp, a belt bag with iron-on designs, and more!
To help us communicate with your troop throughout the Spring Renewal process, please fill out this Membership Check-in.
NOTE: All incentives will be mailed to a troop co-leader in August.
1912 Club Patch Program
Did your troop experience a variety of activities this year and earn the 1912 Club Patch? Girl Scouts and co-leaders earn a free patch when their troop completes all ten requirements throughout the year, like going on a troop field trip and learning a Girl Scout tradition. Check out the 1912 Club Patch Program Requirements and complete the 1912 Club Patch Program Survey to get your free patches. Submissions are due by June 15th and patches will be mailed to the troop co-leader in August. Requirements and submissions are “on your honor.” Free patches are provided for every girl in the troop and two volunteers.
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month
April is Volunteer Appreciation Month and it’s no secret that Girl Scouts would not be possible without troop leaders. You help Girl Scouts dream big. You encourage them to become changemakers, trailblazers, and explorers. You’re their role model and that is no small job!
We are going to celebrate our amazing volunteers all month long! Watch for fun social media giveaways and a special patch coming in the mail just for you!
Discover, Connect, & Grow with your Adult Girl Scout Community
Getting to know the volunteers in your local service unit will make you feel connected to something special. Think of it as your own adult Girl Scout troop!
By engaging with your service unit, you will have the opportunity to:
· Use your skills to lend a hand and jump in on the fun.
· Develop transferable leadership skills in a fun and supportive environment.
· Help with planning and supporting your service unit’s activities.
Ready to learn more and get involved? Visit with your service unit manager or contact Member Services to be connected with your service unit volunteer team.
Reserve a GSDH Camp Property
We welcome you to take your troop camping, get away for a few days, plan a special event, or participate in a team-building experience at a GSDH Camp Property. Council schedules Girl Scout camps throughout the summer, but there are plenty of rental dates available for troops looking to book their next adventure. Camp properties are available for rent from May (depending on the weather) through September.
Retail Services
Dakota Horizons' Retail Services offers a variety of ways to shop for badges, uniforms, awards, gifts, specialty items, and more! Find the shopping option that best meets your needs at gsdakotahorizons.org/shop.
Free shipping on Thursdays! Orders placed on the First Thursday of each month directly with our retail services will ship free to your doorstep. Call 800.666.2141 or email help@gsdakotahorizons.org to place your order.
