Girl Scout Testimonial:
I don't think I can define myself without crediting Girl Scouting to that definition. I joined Girl Scouting in the Second Grade, as early as I possibly could back then, and never left. By Junior High I was helping out in other troops; I earned my First Class, became a CIT, Program Aide, and worked at summer camp. Sometimes I think my blood is green.
Girl Scouting has given me lifetime friendships; courage to stand up in front of groups and speak; organizational skills; the love of the out or doors and all things nature; the ability to accept people from all walks of life as they are; a deeper desire to help people; more patience; a love of singing; and memories that will last forever. Without Girl Scouting I know I wouldn't be who I am be whom I am today
Girl Scout Alumni Testimonial:
I was blessed to be a troop leader for a number of years and I think perhaps the greatest gift I received in that capacity was that one of my girls told me she went into teaching because of my leadership and what I did as a leader and what I taught her. She is an incredible pre-school teacher today. What a gift that is! And she stayed in Girl Scouting through High School. Another one of my girls is now working in Girl Scouting in another Council and doing phenomenal things for them. Just seeing girls succeed is huge and having them come back and say "Thank You" is a gift.
Girl Scouting is something I think all girls should be able to experience. The benefits of the program are invaluable. To be able to share this program with other girls under the right leadership is something I believe all girls can truly grow from.
I owe who I am from this program and to be able to give back to it in some way is just a small thank you.
