Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, Inc.

Gold Award Girl Scout Olivia Trader was recently on the ABC 7 WWSB-TV's Suncoast View to talk about her record-breaking sale of her 50,000th box of Girl Scout Cookies, and how her experience in Girl Scouts has changed her life. #GirlScoutsRocks She also talked to hosts about the State of the Florida Girl Report, which highlights challenges faced by girls in Florida, including: ? Mental Health: Approximately 25% of girls have seriously considered attempting suicide. ? Safety Concerns: About 12.5% of girls have missed school due to feeling unsafe. ? Substance Use: High school girls are 1.5 times more likely than boys to use nicotine products. To address these challenges, Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida offers a variety of programs focused on building confidence, leadership, and essential life skills: ? Skills & Confidence Building: Programs like the Girl Scout Cookie Program and the Girl Scout Highest Awards teach valuable business skills, such as goal setting, financial literacy, and communication. ? Mental Health & Wellness: In partnership with NAMI, Girl Scouts can earn a Mental Health and Wellness patch, promoting emotional well-being and resilience. ? STEM Education: Hands-on STEM programs, including collaborations with organizations like IMAG, encourage girls to explore science, technology, engineering, and math through interactive experiences. ? Outdoor Activities: With two camp properties—Camp Honi Hanta in Bradenton and Camp Caloosa in North Fort Myers—Girl Scouts can participate in year-round outdoor adventures. Recent improvements include a new amphitheater for outdoor and arts programming, as well as upgraded air conditioning systems to enhance comfort and accessibility. https://lnkd.in/e--WmHie

It’s National Girl Scouts Week! Celebrate with us by exploring the Girl Scouts’ of Florida Association’s State of the Florida Girl Report — a comprehensive look into how Girl Scouts are making a lasting impact across the state. From building confidence to fostering leadership, we’re equipping girls with the skills they need to create a brighter future. Will you join us in empowering the next generation of female leaders? Read the report: floridagirlscouts.org #StateoftheFloridaGirlReport #FloridaGirlReport

It’s National Girl Scouts Week! Across Florida, Girl Scouts are growing in confidence, developing leadership skills, and making a real impact in their communities — all with the support of dedicated mentors who guide and inspire them. The Girl Scouts’ of Florida Association’s State of the Florida Girl Report highlights why our mission matters — because when girls and their mentors thrive together, the future shines brighter for everyone! Read the report: www.floridagirlscouts.org #StateoftheFloridaGirlReport #FloridaGirlReport

#BehindTheScenes with Fox 4's morning film crew and Isabella L. spotlighting Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida’s own Olivia Trader! ?? Olivia has set a new council record, surpassing 50,000 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies sold in her 11 years of Girl Scouting! ???? We are incredibly proud of Olivia and the example she sets for young women as they develop goal-setting, decision-making, and marketing skills through the Girl Scout Cookie Program. A Gold Award Girl Scout and soon-to-be high school graduate, Olivia plans to pursue marketing and advertising in college. We can't wait to see all she accomplishes! ?? ?? Shout out to Girl Scout Brooklynn for loaning her Cookies for this shoot! Check out the full interview on Fox 4's Youtube channel: https://lnkd.in/eyMg3VJv #GirlScouts #GirlScoutCookies #Confidence #Marketing #GoalSetting #GirlPower

Happy Women's History Month! How are you planning to make the world a better place for girls and women? #WHM #WomensHistoryMonth #GirlScouts

50,000 BOXES SOLD! A New Girl Scout Cookie Record! ??? History in the making! On Tuesday, February 18th, at 6:07 p.m., Olivia Trader, a Girl Scout Ambassador and Gold Award Girl Scout, reached a milestone that has been 11 years in the making—selling her 50,000th box of Girl Scout Cookies, breaking our council’s all-time lifetime sales record! ?? But Olivia’s story is about so much more than cookies. Her dedication to the Cookie Program has fueled once-in-a-lifetime opportunities—from traveling across the country and abroad, to serving as a delegate at the United Nations 67th Commission on the Status of Women, to representing Girl Scouts as a delegate at the Girl Scout National Convention. Through the Cookie Program, Olivia has developed entrepreneurial skills that will last a lifetime—honing her abilities as a businesswoman, project manager, public speaker, and advocate. Her leadership has also powered her Gold Award project focused on women’s safety on college campuses. We were honored to celebrate this historic achievement with Olivia’s family, friends, and Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida leadership, including CEO Mary Anne Servian and Ashley Gill, Director of Member Experience, as she made her 50,000th sale outside of Publix at Coral Shores! Congratulations, Olivia! Your journey is an inspiration, and we can’t wait to see what’s next. The future is bright for this #CookieBoss! ?? ?? While Olivia is officially sold out, there are still plenty of Girl Scouts working towards their goals! Support them here: https://lnkd.in/ea6TpEUr #GirlScouts #CookieBoss #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #GoldAward #GirlScoutCookies #GSGCF #UNCSW

When you buy Girl Scout Cookies, you're doing more than treating yourself—you’re fueling the next generation of go-getters, innovators, and leaders! ??Every box supports their next big adventure. Once a Girl Scout, always a Girl Scout—your support helps shape leaders for life! ?? Learn more: floridagirlscouts.org #StateoftheFloridaGirlReport #FloridaGirlReport

???? It’s National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend! ???? Get ready to stock up on your favorite treats while supporting girls as they build skills, confidence, and dreams! ?? Every cookie you buy helps power amazing adventures and impactful programs. Don’t wait—find cookies near you today! #NationalCookieWeekend #GirlScoutCookies #SupportGirls

The State of the Florida Girl Report shows that Florida girls are incredibly resilient but need support to develop critical leadership and financial skills. That's where the Girl Scout Cookie Program comes in! ???? At the booths, girls are learning how to manage budgets, connect with customers, and set big goals—all while having fun with their friends and building confidence. These experiences not only teach valuable life skills but also help prepare our girls to lead and succeed, no matter the challenges! ?? Read the full State of the Florida Girl Report here: https://lnkd.in/eSNdCAFe #GirlScouts #FutureLeaders #FLGirlReport #EmpowerGirls #CookiePower

Congratulations to Madelinn Canty, a dedicated Girl Scout and Gold Award candidate, for receiving a Proclamation from the Mayor of Venice in recognition of World Spay Day and Spay/Neuter Awareness Month! ???? Maddie, a sophomore at Venice High School, is pursuing her Gold Award with A Hope for Kittens, a project focused on raising awareness about the needs of feral cats and those awaiting adoption. As a longtime volunteer with EARS Englewood Animal Rescue Sanctuary, she is passionate about making a difference for animals in her community. Council leadership, a Gold Award Committee representative, and the Venice Sheriff’s Animal Control Unit joined the City Council meeting as the mayor presented the proclamation. Way to go, Maddie, for using your leadership skills to create real change! ?? #GoldAward #GirlScouts #Leadership #AnimalWelfare #CommunityImpact