Who We Are

We're girls and adults who believe in the power of every G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader)™ to change the world.


Our journey began more than 100 years ago with the original G.I.R.L., Juliette Gordon “Daisy” Low. On March 12, 1912, in Savannah, Georgia, she organized the very first Girl Scout troop, and every year since, we’ve honored her vision and legacy, building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.


Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. Girl Scouts offers every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.

 

Our Mission

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
 
As A Girl Scout, You Will:
Meet new friends in your troop and at events.
Try new things, work toward badges, and learn the powerful ways you can take the lead every single day.
Make a difference in your community through Leadership Journeys.
Hone your business skills by selling cookies.
Explore nature, the outdoors, the world, and go to Girl Scout summer camp.
Solve issues you care about by earning Highest Awards, advocate for girls, join an influential board—your work may even be honored as a Young Women of Distinction!
  And so much more (there’s a whole world of new opportunities)!