Take the Lead

Inspiring the Next Generation of Women Leaders

Take the Lead is GSEP’s signature fundraising event series, held annually in Berks County, the Lehigh Valley, and Greater Philadelphia.

Unique to GSEP, Take the Lead is a girl-led event that enables girls and women from the community to forge long-lasting mentoring relationships designed to teach girls the skills they’ll need to become the leaders of tomorrow. In conjunction with each event, four deserving high school Girl Scouts have the opportunity to shadow an honoree to understand her work and her impact in the community, and then reflect on their experience as they present their honorees with the Take the Lead award. As always, our Girl Scouts are the stars of the show, serving in many capacities including hosts, emcees, chorus, and presenters.

In Spring 2023, we applauded the achievements and accomplishments of our honorees and witnessed tomorrow’s leaders in action at all three events across the Council footprint. Guests enjoyed camp-theme Girl Scout activities during the networking and cocktail reception, including an art installation where guests wrote encouraging words for Girl Scout Campers, a photobooth with camp props, and even soft archery.

Take the Lead supports GSEP’s programs, which embolden girls to discover a strong sense of self, connect with others, and take action to improve their communities.