Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan

In Girl Scouting, it's not just what girls do but how volunteers engage them in a girl-adult partnership that prepares them to have courage, be confident, and make a positive impact on the world.?? ? During this time of year, when we're feeling incredibly thankful for our volunteers who go above and beyond, consider those who come top of mind to submit a nomination! The deadline is January 15, 2025, so don't wait. https://lnkd.in/g8ctrRRr #GirlScouts #VolunteerRecognition #Volunteers

?? Girl highlight! ?? Last week, Girl Scout Heart of Michigan’s very own Ava and Nora met Girl Scout alumna Governor Gretchen Whitmer at the Turkey Pardon and gave her a S.W.A.P they made during the summer. Both girls say that the event was “very cool and amazing. She talked about Michigan, the branches of government, and the turkey. We feel inspired meeting her because she is someone to look up to.” The parents of Ava and Nora said, “When thinking about the value of Girl Scouts, it makes us think about how she uses those skills in her role in the government, it’s amazing to see a former Girl Scout in such a role of influence.” We are proud of how you displayed courage, character, and confidence last week, Ava and Nora! Way to Go!

Congratulations to Girl Scout Kelly Babb from Troop 80043 has successfully completed her Girl Scout Gold Award Project, "A Grave Restoration." ???? Kelly’s project entailed teaching and using proper historical preservation techniques to clean headstones in one of her community’s oldest cemeteries. She brought awareness of this need to members of her school community and led a training session on site at the cemetery. Through her volunteer’s participation and her own individual time at the cemetery, she was able to meet and surpass her goal. She worked with her local Camp of The Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, under Commander Gary Swain, PCC. For her, problem solving was the most rewarding part of earning her Gold Award. During her project, she had an urgent problem that threatened the success of the project; but brainstorming, flexibility, and taking action resulted in the completion of the project. Kelly has been a member of Girl Scouts for 13 years and was a 2023 graduate of Hackett Catholic Prep. She is currently enrolled at Western Michigan University where she is majoring in Psychology, with plans to focus on a career in Therapeutic Horseback Riding. Kelly is a member of the Lee Honors College and Alpha Lambda Delta Freshman Honors Society, she loves to go horseback riding every chance she has. #GoldAward #GirlScouts #Volunteering #CommunityImpact

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Last week, we received a special shout-out from a community member in Ypsilanti highlighting Troop 40733. In 2021, Troop 40733 worked together to create a food pantry in their community for their Bronze Award, the highest award a Junior Girl Scout can earn! ?? The girls repaired and promoted their pantry at the Fire Station last spring as their Take Action Project. Since then, the girls and community members alike have seen the pantry consistently empty and getting refilled. We are proud of the girls in Troop 40733 for seeing a need in their community and taking action! Way to go! We can’t wait to see what great things you girls do next to make the world a better place! ?? ?? #Ypsilanti #GirlScouts #Volunteerism #Inspiration

We’re excited to announce the launch of our new podcast: Girl Scout Leader Tips & Tricks! ??? ?? ?? ? This podcast is designed with our extraordinary Girl Scout leaders in mind. We know how much heart, dedication, and time you put into making every Girl Scout experience impactful, despite your busy schedule. That’s why we’ve created a space where you can find short and snappy episodes with valuable insights, tools, and tips to make your Girl Scout year as successful and fulfilling as possible. ? Catch the teaser now on our website at https://lnkd.in/gizBa3DF or wherever you listen to podcasts, and stay tuned—our first full episode is coming soon! Give it a listen, and let us know what topics you’d love to hear covered! ? #GirlScouts #Podcast #GirlScoutLeader

When you want to make a difference and you’re not sure where to start, volunteer with Girl Scouts. Volunteering with Girl Scouts gives you the chance to shape strong, confident young leaders who will build a brighter future. Be the inspiration they need, and find hope in changing the world, one girl at a time. ?? Learn more at www.gshom.org/volunteer. #GirlScouts #Volunteer #BetheChange

"The work of today is the history of tomorrow, and we are its makers." Happy Birthday to our founder, Juliette Gordon Low! ??? Juliette's vision over a century ago sparked a movement that continues to empower girls to lead, explore, and make a difference in their communities and beyond. Today, we celebrate her legacy and the countless Girl Scouts making history by building a better, brighter future. ?? #HappyBirthdayJuliette #GirlScouts #BuildingTomorrow #Legacy Artwork by Tiffany LaPlanche

Our Spooky Science?event was a thrilling success across our regions! Girls had a fantastic time learning the wonders of science through Halloween-themed experiments and showing off their creative costumes in our contest! Events like these spark curiosity and build confidence in STEM—empowering girls to see themselves as future scientists, engineers, and innovators. A special thank you to?Cayman Chemical?for sponsoring our Jackson and Ann Arbor events, and to?Eaton for sponsoring in Kalamazoo. Your support is making a real difference in the lives of girls, inspiring a love for science that can last a lifetime. Thank you for championing the next generation of girls!??? ?? ?? #GirlScouts #SpookyScience #STEMeducation #ThankYou #CommunityPartners

Thank you to everyone who came to honor our five awardees at the Women of Distinction event! ?? Congratulations to Laura Chappell Chappell, Brittany Chesney, Elizabeth Garvey, Dr. Cathy Glick, and Rebecca Noell, M.A., for all of your accomplishments, continued dedication to local communities, and being an inspirational role model for girls! Learn more about each of our honorees this year and how you can support the next generation of future leaders. www.gshom.org/wod