Your Year of Fun Spring Renewal 2023–24 Renewal Begins April 1
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A letter from the CEO:
Dear Girl Scouts,
I am thrilled to celebrate the 2024 membership year as “Your Year of Fun” at Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta. As we continue to navigate through unprecedented times, it’s more important than ever to find joy in small moments and create meaningful memories. As you plan your upcoming year, I encourage you to embrace fun in all its forms and make the most of your Girl Scout experience with all our council has to offer.
At Girl Scouts, we believe that fun is a vital part of personal growth and development. I hope you take the opportunity to explore new hobbies, get outside your comfort zone, and connect with others who share your interests. Whether you’re camping under the stars, trying out new recipes in the kitchen, or working together to give back to your community, every experience you have can be an opportunity to have fun and create lifelong memories.
So go out there and enjoy all the wonderful activities that Girl Scouts has to offer! I can’t wait to see all the amazing adventures you’ll embark on this year. As we celebrate “Your Year of Fun,” let’s remember to cherish the special joy that comes with being a Girl Scout.
Yours in scouting,
Table of Contents:
1 | A Letter from the CEO
2 | If She Can Dream It
3 | Why Others Love Girl Scouts
4 | Girl Scouts Is a Great Value
5 | Juliette Girl Scouting
5 | 2023 Events
6 | Spring Renewal Annual Fund
7 | Spring Renewal Incentives
8 | Older Girl Scout Opportunities
8 | Younger Girl Scout Opportunities
9 | Lifetime Membership
10 | Membership Renewal Process
12 | Become a Volunteer
Amy S. Dosik Chief Executive Officer
13 | Financial Assistance
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GET READY! The fun is just beginning.
Girl Scouts is a place for fun, friendship, and new adventures while making the world a better place. Girls look at our world and take action to change it for the better. They make friends, challenge themselves with new experiences, write their own stories, and develop the skills and confidence to say, “I know I can do this!”
If she can dream it, she can do it.
The only question is, what’s next?
Sleep under the stars?
Design her own app?
Plant a community garden?
As a Girl Scout there are hundreds of ways for your girl to discover something new or take their current passion to the next level. Make next year her year of fun.
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But Don’t Take Our Word for It!
I love Girl Scouts because I am able to give back to my community in a way that not only helps to serve other girls but in a way that also helps serve my daughter. Through Girl Scouts, I’m able to teach the girls skills that will last them a lifetime.
I love Girl Scouts because I get to connect with other girls my age and other people in my community. It allows me to build lifelong friendships that I will remember for the rest of my life.
Next year, I want to see our girls get outdoors and be creative in their environment.
I’m renewing my girl because I believe in the power of sisterhood!
Girl Scouts is the one place where my daughter can develop her leadership skills, give back to the community, and have fun with the support of other future change makers. It’s been a joy to watch her grow into a confident young woman.
I like Girl Scouts because we have lots of adventures each year and we challenge one another to do amazing things in the world around us.
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Read why others love Girl Scouts and why they want to Renew! “
Girl Scouts is a Great Value
In today’s world, girls have so many extracurricular activity options. Your girl may not grow up to be a professional athlete or musician, but every parent wants their girl to have the confidence and skills to succeed in life. For a fraction of the cost of other extracurricular activities, your girl will learn valuable leadership and life skills that will set her on the path to success. With more than 100 years of experience developing girls’ potential, the value of Girl Scouts is unmatched. See for yourself what a valuable experience becoming a Girl Scout can be.
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Activity Membership Uniforms, Gear, Etc. Additional Activites Total Annual Cost Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta $25/year, $35 annual fund $60 $20 per event, $50 SU and troop dues $260 Sports $450/season (3 months) $700 $450 $1,600 per sport per season Martial Arts $180/month $50 $250 $2,460 Music Lessons $50/hour (weekly) $75 $25 $2,700 Dance/ Gymnastics $200/month $600 (costumes, shoes, etc.) $350 per competition $3,600 Horseback Riding $300/month $400 (boots, uniforms, etc.) $350 per event $4,750
Did you know that Juliette Girl Scouts are registered girl members in grades K-12 who are not affiliated with a troop?
They participate in a way that fits their schedule, attending events and participating in activities that meet their needs and interests, with the support of an adult.
What can a Juliette do?
Everything Girl Scouts in a troop can do! As a Juliette, you have the same opportunities as girls in traditional troops and are able to pick and choose the way you want to participate in Girl Scouts, both in person and virtually.
We even have special events just for girls like you!
Have questions or interested in becoming a Juliette? Email juliettes@gsgatl.org
Juliette
Girl Scouting
Another Way to Girl Scout
2023 Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta Events
There is still so much to look forward to in the 2023 Girl Scout Year!
Our event calendar is constantly being updated with new opportunities, both in person and virtual! Don’t miss out on fun activities like events, camp adventures, family sleepovers and activities, outdoor special events, leadership opportunities, the STEM Expo, trainings, and more! Check out Events.GirlScoutsATL.org
Adventure is just a click away.
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Help Girls Dream Big
Donate to the Annual Fund
Being a Girl Scout isn’t just fun –it empowers girls to face the future head-on and make their biggest, brightest dreams a reality. Every dollar you donate stays right here in our community to directly help girls – like your Girl Scout – dream big and do bigger. Donations provide supplies for Girl Scout events, improvements to our three camps, and more. All things that make your girl’s Girl Scout experience unforgettable!
Why I donate...
If you make a donation to the Annual Fund as a troop and want to distribute the donation among the families who contributed, send an email with the names and donation amount for each family to annualfund@gsgatl.org.
I have been a Girl Scout for over 45 years, and the experience has meant so much to me. I donate because I want to give other girls the chance to explore the world, serve their community, and pursue their dreams.” Elise
B.
“I began donating to Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta to deepen my commitment and support of this critical work. There are the immediate benefits: Girl Scouts develop self-confidence while discovering and developing strengths in a safe, encouraging environment. In the long term, Girl Scouting prepares girls for a lifetime of leadership and community service.” Kristy R.
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Donate.GirlScoutsATL.org
Spring Renewal Incentives
Girl Renewal Incentives
Tier 1: Renew between 4/1-4/5 and receive a Collapsible Camping Lantern + Charger, Girl Scout Drawstring Backpack, and “Your Year of Fun” patch.
Annual Fund Incentives
Give $100 and receive a Dream Big, Do Bigger Sleep Mask, Girl Scout Journal and Annual Fund Patch.
Tier 2: Renew between 4/6-4/30
Receive a Girl Scout Drawstring Backpack, and “Your Year of Fun” patch.
Give $50 and receive a Girl Scout Journal and Annual Fund Patch.
Tier 3: Renew between 5/1-6/30 Receive a “Your Year of Fun” patch.
Give $35 and receive an Annual Fund patch.
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Girl Scouts don’t just follow; they carve their own path!
Older Girl Scout Opportunities
At Girl Scouts, girls discover the fun, friendship, and power of girls together. When girls reach the Cadettes, Seniors and Ambassadors levels, the organization adapts to meet their needs, focusing on girl-led programming and a one-of-a-kind leadership experience. If a girl can dream it, they can do it!
Girls grow courageous and strong through a wide variety of enriching and unique experiences, such as field trips, skill-building workshops, outdoor adventures, community service projects, cultural exchanges, and environmental stewardship programs, as well as the opportunity to earn the Girl Scout Silver and Gold Award. Learn more at OlderGirl.GirlScoutsATL.org
When I was younger, my camp counselors really looked out for me, supported me and helped me try new things and feel more confident. Now that I am older, I am looking forward to doing more leadership activities at camp, like CIT, and my Silver Award in my community so that I can help younger kids that need a little extra support. It’s okay to need a little extra help! Nora S.
Though she may be small, she is mighty!
Younger Girl Scout Opportunities
Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors can’t wait to explore their world, using their energy and spirit to help others and take pride in making the world a better place.
Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta offers unique opportunities and activities for girls in grades K-5, designed to help them learn new skills, make discoveries, and connect with lifelong friends.
As you plan your upcoming year, visit YoungerGirl.GirlScoutsATL.org to learn more about specific Journeys, Badges and activities for Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors.
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Lifetime Membership
Become a member for life—and you’ll be a champion of girls for years to come.
You can champion the next generation of change-makers by investing in Girl Scouts and becoming a member for life.
When you sign up as a lifetime member, $25 of your contribution automatically funds a year of membership for a Girl Scout in an under resourced community in your area. As a result, in just a few years, lifetime membership has funded more than 30,000 memberships nationally for Girl Scouts whose families would not have otherwise been able to afford it.
Lifetime membership is available to any individual who accepts the principles and beliefs of the Girl Scout Movement, pays the one-time lifetime membership fee, and is at least 18 years old (or a high school graduate or equivalent).
Your lifetime membership donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Visit GirlScouts.org/lifetime
Adult Lifetime Membership (Ages 30 or older) $400 Young Alumnae Lifetime Membership (Ages 18-29) $200 10+ Year Volunteers Lifetime Membership $200
Benefits include:
• Lifetime membership card and pin
• Invitation to an annual call for lifetime members hosted by Girl Scouts of the USA’s CEO
• Invitations to memorable events
• Monthly Girl Scout Network digital newsletter
• 10% off Girl Scout merchandise purchased online
• Exclusive discounts
I am so happy I am a lifetime member of Girl Scouts. As I have grown up I feel like the organization and it’s opportunities have grown with me. Now I am able to be an adult member where I can impact the future leaders of tomorrow while also still gaining new leadership skills for myself. Jordan F.
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Membership Renewal Process
Step 1: Login
Go to MyGS.GirlScouts.org and click “Login” to enter your username and password.
Step 2: Renew Your Girl
Go to My Household. You can renew individual girls by clicking on the box next to their troop number or click “select all” for households with multiple girls. Don’t forget to renew yourself and select volunteer role! Click “Add Renewal” button at bottom of page.
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Renewing for another year of Girl Scouts is easy!
Follow the steps below to renew your girl.
Step 4: Payment Step 3: Review Girl Details
Confirm your girl’s member details, including school attending, and select membership year. Choose payment type, and click “Submit Member Details.” You can now review your cart.
Check the box to agree to the Girl Scout Promise and Law. If you would like to make a donation to the annual fund, select desired amount and council “333-Greater Atlanta”. This is the last opportunity to make edits to your cart. Click on “Add Payment Details” to include credit card information.
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CONGRATULATIONS! You’ve renewed your girl! If you need further assistance, contact Member Care at helpline@gsgatl.org or 800-771-1139.
To all the explorers, trailblazers, changemakers, and stargazers who volunteer with us: thank you. With you, girls learn to listen to their hearts, think on their feet, and raise their voices for what they believe in.
You’re their hero—and ours.
From everyone at Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta: Thank you!
Are you ready to take your Girl Scout journey to the next step?
Become a Volunteer!
Just like the Girl Scouts they guide, volunteers lead with their hearts and bring a playful sense of curiosity to everything they do. Whatever their unique skills or interests, volunteers help Girl Scouts unlock their limitless potential and make a lasting difference in the world.
• Experience the joy of creating a more fair, compassionate, and empowering future for girls
• Improve your leadership skills as your girls discover theirs
• Build new skills and make new friends in your community
If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a Girl Scout Volunteer, visit Volunteer.GirlScoutsATL.org
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Financial Assistance
Girl Scouts For Every Girl
Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta is proud to offer financial assistance to all families as well as alternative payment methods for those with the health insurance providers below. In order to submit a request, please complete the appropriate financial assistance form available at the bottom of Renew.GirlScoutsATL.org
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* Badge & Sash vouchers are sent via email within four to six weeks of submission once renewal is processed. ** All adults must be insured by the participating provider to qualify for a Girl Scout membership. No refunds will be given to girls or adults covered by insurance providers. Girl Membership Cost Badge & Sash Voucher* Adult Membership Cost** Amerigroup (K–12) FREE $15 N/A CareSource (K–12) FREE $25 FREE Peach State* (K–12) FREE $15 N/A
Help us make the world a better place.
Work for Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta.
Since 1912, Girl Scouts has been the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. Girl Scouts offers every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success. Join us to help develop girls of courage, confidence, and character who will lead the world to a better future.
Benefits include:
• Competitive salary compensation
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Thrift Plan with company match
• Generous paid time off with extra bonus days, paid holidays, paid personal time, and sick leave
• Flexible work time
For more information and available opportunities, visit Careers.GirlScoutsATL.org
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