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The Fall Product Program Starts September 23! |
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During the Fall Product Program, Girl Scouts can get an early boost for troop funds, as well as build confidence and essential skills. Girls sell gourmet nuts and candies, collectibles, and popular magazine subscriptions to friends and family. By using both paper order forms and a digital storefront, girls can get hands-on experience with traditional and modern entrepreneurship tactics. Best of all, they will build five skills that will help them thrive: goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics.
Product Program Forms to be Submitted Annually
Be sure to submit the following forms before starting the Fall Product Program! These forms will only need to be submitted once per year, and will also apply to the Girl Scout Cookie Program that starts in January.
Girl/Caregiver Permission Slip
Troop ACH Electronic Debit/Credit Authorization
Here are some important dates to keep in mind!
Sept 12: Troop and Service Unit volunteers get access to M2 system
Sept 23: Girls and their caregivers get access to M2 to set up online storefronts. The Fall Product Program begins!
Oct. 16: Last day for in-person order card sales
Oct. 22: End of Fall Product Program online sales
Please check our website for the full schedule, including the dates when money is due and order card sales must be submitted into M2.
How to Get Started in the Fall Product Program
Training sessions are available now in gsLearn! We also have an abundance of resources on our website to help your troop succeed. |
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Uniform Starter Kits Available Now! |
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Uniform Starter Kits are available at the Council Shop online or in-store! The convenient kits include a sash, vest, or tunic along with council ID, American flag patch, insignia tab, membership level pin, and World Trefoil Pin. Any purchase of $60 or more that includes a Uniform Starter Kit will receive a free bag - a $15 value! This promotion is while supplies last, so be sure to place orders soon. |
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Girl Scouts Mental Wellness Patch Program |
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The new Girl Scouts Mental Wellness patch program reminds girls that they're never alone in facing challenges. Juniors-Ambassadors can dive into activities that help them understand and express their emotions.
Adult volunteers are encouraged to take the training session, "GSUSA The Mental Wellness Patch Program: Why It Matters and How to Implement It" that is available now in gsLearn. There are also Adult Facilitator Guides for each patch program.
Adult volunteers also can enroll in our Youth Mental Health First Aid certification program to better support girls' wellness! |
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New in gsLearn! Product Program Training |
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416 (GSofSI Council) 2023 Fall Product Program Training
This course will introduce you to the 2023 Fall Product Program and prepare you to start raising funds! This course will take 30-45 minutes to complete. If you have additional questions regarding the Fall Product Program, please contact Customer Care at 800-345-6858 or via email at customercare@gsofsi.org.
GSUSA New Leader Onboarding: The Girl Scout Cookie Program
In this course, you will learn the basics of the Girl Scout Cookie Program. We will review how and why Girl Scouts sell cookies, who the bakers are that make the cookies, and how to utilize cookie proceeds raised by your troop. We’ll also review all the exciting program options you can explore with your troop as you build their entrepreneurial skills. In addition, we’ll go over cookie selling safety, and important ways to get families and caregivers involved in your troop’s cookie business adventure. |
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You don't want to miss these upcoming programs hosted by Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois! Financial assistance is available.
Patch Point! Take the Backyard Challenge and earn our featured patch for September.
Journey Day - Makanda
Oct. 7 from 1-5 p.m.
Daisies-Brownies
Makanda
Deadline: Sept. 25
Journey Day - Carlyle
Oct. 21 from 1-5 p.m.
Daisies -Brownies
Carlyle
Deadline: Oct. 9
Daisies will complete the Between Earth and Sky Journey and Brownies will complete the Wonders of Water Journey with the help of Cadettes who are earning their LiA Award. (LiA Program: Makanda and Carlyle)
Fall Fest at Camp Torqua
Nov. 4, open house between 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Daisies-Ambassadors
Camp Torqua, Edwardsville
Deadline: Oct. 23
Girl Scouts and their families are invited to join us for Fall Fest at Camp Torqua! There will be food trucks, hayrides, STEM experiments, crafts, archery, sling-shots, hiking, and more!
Highest Award Prep Overnight
Cadettes-Ambassadors
Nov. 17 at 6:30 p.m. to
Nov. 18 at 3:30 p.m.
Waterloo
Deadline: Oct. 30
Calling all change-makers! Get ready for this super fun and fast paced overnight that will get you prepped towards earning Highest Awards!
Get Set for Success with our Cookie Biz Bash!
Set yourself up for success this upcoming Girl Scout cookie season through fun, hands-on activities! We will feature Cookie Business badges and teach skills to help you get your cookie business off the ground!
Saturday, December 2, 2023
IECC Olney Central College campus in Olney
Saturday, December 9, 2023
Lewis and Clark campus in Edwardsville
Morning Session: 9 a.m.-Noon
My First Cookie Business (D) My Cookie Customers (BR) and Cookie Collaborator (JR)
Afternoon Session: 1-4 p.m.
Cookie Market Researcher (CA), Cookie Boss (S), and Cookie Influencer (A)
These are just some of the incredible program opportunities that are coming soon! Follow the button below to see our September Program Alerts for more opportunities.
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