Girl Scouts of Utah Annual Report FY2023

Annual Report

October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2023

Mission

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

Girl Scout Promise

On my honor, I will try: To serve God * and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law.

*Members may substitute for the word God in accordance with their own spiritual beliefs.

Girl Scout Law

I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

Dear Girl Scouts of Utah Members and Supporters,

Membership year 2023 was a year with many memorable milestones. We brought back Camporee, attended National Council Session in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, with seven amazing national delegates/alternates, and brought back the most programming since before the pandemic.

Thanks to your ongoing support, Girl Scouts of Utah served 6,457 girls and 3,684 adults, resulting in an overall membership of 10,141 members and increasing our membership by 19%. We completed the 2023 membership year with an impressive girl retention rate of 82.6%, resulting in an 18.5% growth over 2022. We are also happy to report that First-year Leader Retention was up 5% in 2023! This incredible membership and retention would not have been achieved without our volunteers and staff. Thank you for your dedication and support – we could not do this critical work without you.

We made the difficult decision to delay the opening of Camp Cloud Rim, due to the recordbreaking amount of snow received in early 2023. We were thankful to have been able to serve most of our campers scheduled at Camp Cloud Rim at Trefoil Ranch. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigated through that unique scenario. Speaking of Trefoil Ranch, we welcomed back Camporee in 2023. The last time we held Camporee was in 2018, and it felt phenomenal to welcome 500 girls and adults back to Trefoil Ranch. Thank you to the volunteers and staff who worked tirelessly to bring back this wonderful event. We are excited to announce that the Ruggles Family High Ropes Course at Trefoil Ranch is complete, and we will be welcoming girls to experience the course over the 2024 summer season.

Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all remains a central focus for our council. We continue to make progress in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and racial justice, and we look forward to keeping our members informed as we continue with this mission critical work. We remain committed to influencing change in our communities through leading by example in our staff structure, volunteer support, and girl membership.

As you turn the pages of this year’s Annual Report you will see that girls are at the center of all we do. Thank you to our volunteers, families, partners, and donors who support our mission. It is because of you that Girl Scouts of Utah can fulfill our mission of building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

Sincerely,

Lisa Hardin-Reynolds

Joelle Creager Chief Executive Officer Board Chair

Board of Directors

Officers

Joelle Creager, Chair

Amy Lukas, 1st Vice Chair

Anita Riddle, 2nd Vice Chair

Loren Micalizio, Secretary

Steve Smith, Treasurer

Members at Large

Suzie Draper

Ivy Estabrooke

Diana George

Justice Diana Hagen

Helen Hu

National Delegates

Dr. Tulinda Larsen

Lavanya Mahate

Lindee Nance

Dr. Jen Plumb

Sarah Starkey

The 56th National Council Session and Phenom by Girl Scouts was held in Lake Buena Vista, Florida on July 18-22, 2023.

Girl Scouts of Utah sent five National Delegates and two Alternates to represent our council. They were accompanied by our CEO, Board Chair, two volunteer coordinators, and one staff member. Our delegates had an unforgettable experience at NCS and spent several months preparing by studying the seven proposals, learning about parliamentary procedure, listening to our members for their feedback, and crafting potential amendments.

Tanya Y. was picked as one of thirteen girls to be presiding during the session. We were so proud to have Tanya chosen to serve in this leadership role. She was quite the celebrity at NCS with many in attendance stopping her for selfies.

Thank you to our amazing delegates for their dedication, service, and representing Girl Scouts of Utah. The next National Council Session will take place in 2026 in Washington, D.C.

Afton B.

Brooklyn W.

Emma C.

Isabella L.

Janae B.

Sydnee D.

Tanya Y.

Our Members October 1, 2022 – September 30, 2023

Total Membership: 10,141

Girl Membership by Level

Daisy: 1,287

Brownie: 1,661

Junior: 1,583

Cadette: 1,344

Senior: 378

Ambassador: 204

Of our 6,457 Girl Scouts, 811 were beneficiaries of our Girl Scout Outreach Program.

Adult Membership

Volunteers: 2,298

Adults: 1,386

Of our total Adult Members, 923 are Lifetime Members.

Total Girl Membership: 6,457

Total Adult Membership: 3,684

Members Self-Reporting Race and Ethnicity

Specialty Girl Programs

Juliettes

161 Girl Scouts

The Girl Scout Juliette program provides Girl Scouts the opportunity to participate in activities on their own (without a troop). GSU held two virtual meetups for Juliette families, giving them an opportunity to connect with each other. An Art-tastic End of Year celebration in July brought together 10 Juliette families. A minicamp at Trefoil Ranch extended the adventure to 20 Juliette families, offering a unique outdoor experience. Notably, 83 Juliette cookie sellers participated throughout Utah, showcasing their entrepreneurial spirit.

Girl Scout Outreach

811 Girl Scouts

The Girl Scout Outreach Program served 811 girls in the 2023 membership year, a 46% increase. This program provides curriculum on a year-round basis for girls in places they already frequent or reside. This includes homeless shelters, refugee centers, Title I schools, after-school programs, housing communities, and other resource centers. Additionally, several Outreach troops had the opportunity to participate in a traditional cookie program, including cookie booths and practicing entrepreneurship skills with our GSU staff.

Traveling Troops

589

Girl Scouts

589 members traveled with their troops. Our Girl Scouts visited dozens of locations throughout Utah as well as:

* Arizona

* Belize

* California

* Colorado

* Costa Rica

* Greece

* Honduras

* Idaho

* Massachusetts

* Mexico

* Nevada

* New York

* Washington D.C.

* Wyoming

Additionally, we hosted several council-sponsored trips. We revived the popular Catalina Island Marine Institute trip where 34 members traveled to California to learn about marine biology through hands-on experiences. Nine Girl Scouts traveled to Florida to experience Phenom during the National Convention.

Program Community Partnerships

Our council collaborates with organizations in the community to bring quality, expertly supported girl programs and badge work. Thank you to our Program Community Partners who helped us organize these events, for which 1,649 Girl Scouts registered.

* American Chemical Society at the University of Utah

* Archer’s Cave

* Best Friends Animal Society

* Clark Planetarium

* Free2Luv

* Game On! LLC

* Greater Salt Lake Society of Women Engineers

* HawkWatch International Education Programs

* Hogle Zoo

* Horse’s Valhalla

* Hutchings Museum

* Kappa Delta Beta Delta Sorority

* Little Beakers

* Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

* Natural History Museum of Utah

* Ogden Nature Center

* Olivia Johnson

* Outdoor Program

* Pioneer Theatre

* Savage

* SeaQuest

* Stokes Nature Center

* Thanksgiving Point

* The Leonardo

* Tracy Aviary

* University of Utah Section of SWE

* United States Marine Corps

* Utah State Parks

* Utah Valley University College of Engineering and Technology

* Utah Animal Adoption Center

* Utah STEM Foundation

* VicTreeFinancial

* Weber State University

Council-Service Unit Collaborations

In 2022–2023, we had 2,121 Girl Scout registrations for council-supported service unit events, including cookie rallies, World Thinking Day events, and seven Service Unit Day Camps.

Camporee 2023

Camporee is an opportunity for Girl Scouts from across the state to gather, meet, share, laugh, and experience the outdoors. This year’s was held at Trefoil Ranch in June. It also provided troop camping experience for first-time campers or experienced troops.

The 2023 edition had 500 Girl Scouts attend from across the state. Camp activities, including campfire gatherings and outdoor skill sessions, were available and each troop chose which activities they wanted to participate in. Camporee occurs every three years and the next one will be in 2026.

About our Four Program Pillars

Girl Scouts programming is based on Four Pillars – STEM, Outdoors, Life Skills, and Entrepreneurship. Together, these Four Pillars create a well-rounded experience for girls.

In 2022-2023, Girl Scouts of Utah supported more than 5,000 Girl Scout experiences that were centered on one of these Four Pillars. These are in addition to troop and service-unit organized activities.

STEM

800 Served

In 2023, Girl Scouts dove into STEM pursuits with events like Astronomy Late Night engaging 50 participants in astronomy activities and stargazing. Think Like a Programmer Journey Day saw 85 participants completing the first half of their Journey through handson activities. Spooky Science brought together 40 Girl Scouts for Halloween-themed STEM activities. Check Out kits were introduced, offering troops the chance to rent supplies to work on STEM badges instead of purchasing themselves. Four new Badge-in-a-Box kits launched—spanning all levels—enriching the STEM experience.

Two FIRST Robotics Teams were established in Salt Lake City, expanding technological exploration. 2023 also witnessed the launch of a mental wellness patch program, addressing neuroscience, coping skills, and mental health conditions, showcasing the Girl Scouts’ commitment to holistic development.

Outdoor

Summer Camp: 820

4,094 Served

Troop Camp: 494 registrations for Troop Camping at Camp Cloud Rim and Trefoil Ranch, where members participated in activities such as archery, climbing, ropes course, and horseback riding.

Family Camp: 111 members attended Family Camp at Trefoil Ranch, participating in activities such as archery, ropes course, and horseback riding.

Minicamps: 918 members served through minicamps. In-person programs included adventure programs (horses, rock climbing, archery, snowshoeing) and art programs.

Never the Same Weekends: 993 participants.

Camp Rentals for Troops: 258 participants.

Camporee: 500 participants.

Life Skills

Girl Scouts honed essential life skills through diverse programming aimed at fostering self-confidence and positive values. The continuation of the Girl Advisory Board (GAB) provided a platform for older Girl Scouts to contribute their perspectives and gain leadership experiences.

Highlights included 23 Girl Scouts attending Utah Day of the Girl for professional insights and mentorship, the regular Heritage Museum Open House to connect with Girl Scout history, and the inaugural Cadette Day at Trefoil Ranch to aid the transition from Juniors to Cadettes. Capitol Conversations at the UT Capitol Building and a growing GAB program showcased the commitment to skill development.

Global awareness events, First Aid Fun, and Girl Scouts Love State Parks activities added a well-rounded dimension. Notably, the introduction of Life Skills Badge-in-a-Box kits, an annual Cadette Day, and the revitalization of open house programs demonstrated a dynamic approach to skill-building within the Girl Scout community.

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship programming provides opportunities for Girl Scouts to develop stronger people skills, learn goal setting, and build a valuable work ethic. In addition to programs throughout the year, girls can participate in the Fall Product and Girl Scout Cookie Programs to further their entrepreneurial skillset.

Our Fall Product Program, a money-earning opportunity for troops, continued to be a success. 653 Girl Scouts from 124 troops participated, a significant increase from the previous year. Of those participants, 188 earned the Fall Product/Cookie Crossover patch that required them to send 18+ emails for Fall Product and sell 400+ packages of cookies.

Prior to the start of the Cookie Program, Girl Scouts had the chance to attend three in-person Little Brownie Baker-inspired Cookieology programs. Girl Scouts at all three resource centers learned about how cookies are made, how to market themselves, and then made their own cookie creations, serving cookies to 64 people!

2023 Cookie Program

Trefoil Ranch High Ropes Course

Thank you to The Ruggles Family for making the new high ropes course possible. We know it will be enjoyed for years to come!

AmeriCorps

We are grateful for our partnership with AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC).

AmeriCorps is a federal agency connecting individuals and organizations through service and volunteering to tackle the nation’s most pressing challenges. AmeriCorps NCCC is a fulltime, team-based residential service program for adults 18–26 years old.

We were fortunate to have an AmeriCorps team return in 2023 to work on infrastructure improvements. Ten young adults spent several weeks at Trefoil Ranch preparing, preserving, and stewarding the camps before our campers arrived. A highlight of their time was participating in Camporee where they interacted with campers through hiking, painting, and other activities.

At Trefoil Ranch, the team removed dead and down trees near the creek to ensure camper safety. They also removed thistles and invasive weeds around the property. The team went through Girl Scout staff training and supported the Girl Scout mission through direct interactions with our members.

At Camp Cloud Rim, they removed downed trees and repaired platforms that were damaged during the record snowfall of the winter season.

Thank you, AmeriCorps, for helping keep our camps in great shape!

Highest Awards & Volunteer Recognition

On Saturday, November 11, 2023, we honored our 10 Gold Award Girl Scouts, 34 Silver Award Girl Scouts, four Cornelia Benton Scholarship recipients, our GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship recipient, and 37 adult awardees at the annual Recognition of Excellence Awards Ceremony.

This year, we also introduced a Bronze Award Celebration for our Bronze Award Girl Scouts. The event was held at Trefoil Ranch on November 4, 2023. The Girl Scouts who attended had a short ceremony to celebrate their accomplishments and enjoy our camp properties with their friends and families.

The Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards are the Highest Awards a Girl Scout can earn. Girl Scouts complete a Take Action project that requires leadership and community engagement to solve a problem with a sustainable solution and a measurable impact. We were honored to recognize our Girl Scouts’ accomplishments and the dedicated volunteers guiding them.

GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship

Tanya Y.

Tanya is one of 111 Gold Award Girl Scouts who received the GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship, awarded to one Girl Scout per council.

Tanya’s project, “Project Radon,” increased radon awareness among local residents. She hosted 15 community events, taught 500 elementary students, and created a website to report radon risks by zip code. Tanya’s work received widespread recognition, including speaking at the 2022 International Radon Symposium.

Girl Scout Gold Award

The Girl Scout Gold Award represents the pinnacle of Girl Scouting, where Girl Scouts craft a personalized leadership journey through self-improvement, skill development, and career exploration. Their projects improve communities through impactful initiatives addressing root causes they are passionate about, with a focus on sustainability and measurable impact.

Abigail S.-C.

Recycle Remix: Implementing Mixed Recycling in Canyons School District

Through Abigail’s passion for the outdoors and science, she created a mixed recycling model for schools and school districts for her Gold Award and will follow her love of bettering the environment in college by studying environmental science and sustainability.

Throughout five months, a pilot program showed the effectiveness of mixed recycling at three Canyons School District schools. The process of mixed recycling proved to be effective in every school. Her project will be implemented in every school in the Canyons School District, which includes more than 50 schools.

Arianna S.

Increasing Monarch Butterfly Habitat & Awareness

From the outset, Arianna set ambitious goals for her project. She meticulously crafted a website dedicated to monarch butterflies, featuring an array of educational resources and ideas suitable for teachers and families.

Arianna designed several Utah-specific lessons, an invaluable resource for local educators, filling a void that previously existed. This allowed teachers to demonstrate to their students the direct connection between learning about monarch butterflies and contributing to the conservation of monarch populations.

Arianna’s passion for animals and her enthusiasm for STEM-related activities made her Gold Award project a source of great personal satisfaction.

Christine S.

Passion into Action—Career Development

Christine aims to continue providing leadership opportunities for girls worldwide. Her Girl Scout Gold Award Project entitled “Passion into Action—Career Development” guides students of all ages to identify their passions early and recommends activities to develop those passions into rewarding careers.

Christine researched and developed practical tools for passion identification. She distributed her plan to hundreds of students, inspired many teachers and counselors, and convinced administrators to incorporate project ideas to give students a head start in career planning.

Destinee N.

B.O.O.M. (Bang Out Our Music) Pipes

Destinee’s Girl Scout Gold Award project created B.O.O.M. pipes as an innovative venture designed to benefit elementary music teachers. These B.O.O.M. pipes consisted of 3-4” PVC pipes that she personally cut, sanded, tuned, and equipped with end caps to create musical instruments.

Destinee proactively approached plumbing and hardware stores, seeking donations to support her project, and rallied her community to contribute by organizing a garage sale to raise additional funds. Once the necessary supplies finally arrived, Destinee wasted no time in constructing the B.O.O.M. pipes, delivering them to the intended recipients, and providing instructional sessions.

Emily H.

Preventing Pets from Dying of Smoke Inhalation

For her Girl Scout Gold Award project, Emily focused on educating pet owners about pet fire safety. She meticulously designed an educational handout and an animation to convey vital information.

To ensure the sustainability of her project, she forged partnerships with various pet-centered businesses, allowing her to continually produce handouts for customers to take home. By providing this essential education to pet owners, Emily’s project aimed to make them more vigilant about potential fire hazards, enabling them to make informed decisions and contribute to safer communities.

Additionally, she took the initiative to supply the Draper Fire Station with pet oxygen masks through Project Breathe.

Erin B. Increasing Pedestrian Safety

Erin’s Girl Scout Gold Award project centered on the critical issue of pedestrian safety in her hometown. Notably, she identified a particularly hazardous roundabout that had gained a reputation for danger, a concern she and her mother recognized shortly after relocating to the area five years ago.

Given the large influx of tourists in their town, many of whom were unfamiliar with roundabout navigation or in need of using crosswalks to access the transit center, Erin saw the pressing need for intervention. To tackle these safety concerns, Erin worked closely with the county government to implement flashing crosswalk beacons at two key crosswalks, increasing safety for those walking between Walmart and the transit center.

Katelynn D. Flag Rescue

Her Girl Scout Gold Award project revolved around addressing the general lack of awareness regarding the retirement and proper care of American flags. Throughout her project, she organized several educational events designed to impart knowledge about the flag code and when it becomes necessary to retire a flag.

Katelynn also collaborated with local municipalities and businesses to advocate for installing flag retirement boxes. The receptacles allow community members to deposit flags in need of retirement. In the process, she uncovered personal growth and discovered her capacity to effect change.

Mabelle P. You and Voting

For her project “You and Voting”, Mabelle wanted to create an epicenter for voter education and instructions for registration as well as the system of voting in Utah and the United States as a whole. Her website aims to give young people—the least represented age demographics in politics—encouragement for the future and resources to make a difference in their local communities.

Mabelle has been able to collaborate with experts in Social Studies and Civic Engagement to create educational podcasts for her website. Notably, her project gained recognition, reaching Social Studies educators statewide through the Utah Board of Education newsletter.

Samantha V. D. Adopt-a-Grave

Throughout her childhood, Samantha had been immersed in military life due to her mother’s service in the Army and her grandfather’s service in the Air Force.

As a Girl Scout Brownie, she initially started participating in Wreaths Across America events during the winter at the Fort Douglas Cemetery in Salt Lake City, where wreaths were placed on the graves of veterans. Over time, she began to realize that her connection with the cemetery was limited to these annual events, despite her lifelong involvement.

Over five weeks during the summer, she brought volunteers together to lay flowers on graves and learn more about the individuals they commemorated.

Shayla B. Power Off—Fun On!

Her project, known as Power Off Fun On!, aimed to encourage kids to disconnect from screens during their summer break.

Shayla designed a comprehensive summer program to impart kids with skills that could enrich not only their summer but also their entire lives.

The program included diverse classes such as chalk art, rock painting, sketching, embroidery, solo D&D, card games, cardboard crafts, clay creations, friendship bracelets, and mosaic art. She organized and conducted 20 minicamps to teach these skills.

Girl Scout Silver Award

While girls earn their Girl Scout Silver Award, they learn courage by pushing beyond their perceived limits and reaching their dreams. They gain confidence by discovering their strengths in a supportive girl-only environment. Girls also develop character by continually learning about themselves, their community, and their world.

Literacy Awareness in Midvale

Riley S.

Supporting Seniors

Emma P.

Megan H.

Rachel G.

Theater Camp

Abigail A.

Katrien W.

Gaga for Physical Fitness

Alena N.

Kayla G.

Adaptive Books

Brianna K.

Increasing Community Literacy

Cassandra S.

Blessing Box

Addy T.

Bree P.

Danika G.

Kiersten C.

Natalie M.

Samantha B.

Toni D.

Blankets for Refugees

Addison S.

Lexie S.

Comfort & Warmth for Ukrainian Refugees

Robin S.

Domestic Violence Awareness

Amelia V.

Emilia C.

Kaycee F.

Don’t Waste Food

Elizabeth L.

Kylee B.

Raimey A.

Bright Nights

Airi W.

Grace A.

Molly K.

Skyler A.

Gaga-ball Ball Capture and Storage Box

Kylie P.

Creating Friendship with Buddy Benches

Elizabeth R.

Cat Comfort

McKayla S.

YA Diverse Book Website

Elise W.

Girl Scout Bronze Award

When girls team up to make a difference in their community, they learn important leadership skills, discover new passions, and experience how seemingly small actions make a big difference. It all adds up to the Girl Scout Bronze Award—the highest honor a Girl Scout Junior can achieve.

Juliette

Honoring Veterans

Irelynn M.

Troop #89

Summer Clothing Exchange

Alice K.

Troop #147

Hats for Babies

Abagail B.

Addilynn B.

Mallory H.

Skylar B.

Troop #175

Felt Project

Addalyn D.

Ana-Lily S.

Isabella W.

Reagan P.

Samantha P.

Willow F.

Troop #194

Fresh Air Fun

Abby G.

Abigail G.

Amelia M.

BriaLani W.

Chloe W.

Victoria M.

Troop #227

Importance of Selfcare

Arianna C.

Troop #275

Animal Rescue Beds

Alivea S.

Troop #294

Homes for Non-Migratory Birds

Madeleine S.

Taylor W.

Troop #294

Helping Unsheltered Children

Hannah C.

Troop #361

Pet Care Boxes for Cache Humane Society

Soleil A.

Troop #367

Retired Flags

Brynnlee Z.

Giselle O.

Kara G.

MacKenzie K.

Olivia C.

Troop #419

Medical Dolls for Primary Children’s Hospital

Anna G.

Sydney R.

Troop #485

Animal Shelter Shower

Aubree B.

Charlotte C.

Elise B.

Fiona M.

Lenixx W.

Liza J.

Nikita L.

Ruby W.

Sophie W.

Troop #561

Pollinator Garden

Elliot H.

Evelyn B.

Megan H.

Qynn P.

Vera D.

Violet H.

Vivian S.

Troop #578

Feed the Kitties

Afton M.

Tessa L.

Tinlee G.

Troop #766

Pollinator Garden

Frankee P.

Mila D.

Ruby A.

Sarah M.

Troop #807

Blessing Box

Briley M.

Kalianna P.

Karson M.

Kassidy R.

Kaylin W.

Leah H.

Lucy S.

Paisley E.

Reagan K.

Savannah L.

Tegan M.

Troop #837

Flower Beds at Shriners Childrens Hospital

Alainn B.

Athena Z.

Cassidy F.

Troop #865

Halloween Costumes for All!

Laykin C.

Preslee A.

Willow H.

Troop #906

Raised Beds for the Hogle Zoo

Eva S.

Greta H.

Olive T.

Sasha K.

Violet H.

Troop #2033

Promoting Girl Scouts

Through Community Action

Bonnie D.

Charis A.

Elina R.

Evelyn W.

KayLee W.

Miriam C.

Troop #2112

Blankets for Primary Children’s Hospital

Henslee B.

Kinley P.

Michelle T.

Pyper S.

Shelby M.

Violet N.

Troop #2483

Supporting Students in Title I Schools

Kaia M.

Lucia R.

Maria H.

Selma A.

Svetlana C.

Adult Awardees

Each year, GSU recognizes volunteers for their tremendous work for the girls in our council. Below are the recipients of the 2023 adult awards.

Legacy of Service Award

Nola Adams and Kelsey Green

Volunteer of Excellence

Amanda Bills

Amanda Lindsey

Andrea Hurd

Brent Reed

Brandee Sims

Brittney Richards

Brianna Russell

Christina Bell

Elizabeth Iavasile

Elizabeth Neratko

Heather Gilcrease

Jenniffer Rees

Kaira Dark

Kara Shuemaker

Kristine Waechtler

Michelle Thurston

Appreciation Pin

AJ Johnson

Anne Brown-Reither

Dawn Drost

Natalia Colón Medina

Marsha Campbell

Nancy Penrod

Rachel Reynolds

Rashelle Wickert

Sandra Gibson

Sara Taylor

Summer Sims

Suzanne Austin

Wendy Remley

Years of Service & Membership

Joelle Creager

30 years of Service

Julie Slama

40 years of Service

50 years of Membership

Sandra Gibson

35 years of Service

Pamela Bisoni

50 years of Membership

Marie Grogan

35 years of Service

Venetia (Tia) Athens

50 years of Membership

Fundraising Camping for a Cause

In August, we hosted our twenty-first Camping for a Cause event, raising $58,067 for our outdoor programs.

Our adult campers spent a one-of-a-kind weekend at Camp Cloud Rim, reconnecting with our Girl Scout community and engaging in a variety of wellness activities like yoga, hiking, and paddle boarding.

The silent auction featured more than 90 items donated by local businesses. We utilized our social media pages to publicly thank our silent auction donors as well as advertise the event for those looking to attend. The silent auction raised over $13,000. This year’s paddle raise total, $21,800, was our biggest ever. In the end, we significantly surpassed our $46,500 goal.

Utah Day of The Girl

On October 6, 2023, we once again celebrated Utah Day of the Girl. This annual fundraising event, sponsored by Harmons Grocery, brought business and community leaders together to support the work of Girl Scouts and offer mentorship to Seniors, Ambassadors, and Alums.

Presented by

We raised more than $50,000 for our Gift of Girl Scouts campaign, which removes financial barriers to becoming a member. Liz Adeola emceed the luncheon, which also featured remarks from Andrea Willliams, CXO of the Utah Jazz. We honored our Girl Champions, leaders in each of our program pillars: Dr. Yasmen Simonian, Jenessa Jimoh, Amanda King. and Eli Madrigal.

We would like to extend our thanks to our Utah Day of the Girl presenting sponsor, Harmons. With their steadfast support of Girl Scouts over the years, Harmons has become an integral part of our mission, and we are grateful for their continued partnership. Their sponsorship of Utah Day of the Girl plays a vital role in ensuring the success of our event, empowering girls across our community.

Amanda King

In Remembrance

Janet Louise Hauber Bunger

June 9, 1945—August 18, 2023

Girl Scout Mom, Troop Leader, Committee Member, and Heritage Society Member

Janet Louise Hauber Bunger was born in Spearfish, South Dakota, where she completed her K-12 education and was very involved with 4H. Janet attended the University of Wyoming, earning a BS in Math in 1967. Subsequently, she enrolled at the University of Utah where she completed a BA in Accounting in 1979, launching a distinguished career as an accountant and a financial planner.

Janet became a Girl Scout volunteer when her daughters, Janell and Maureen, became Girl Scouts in Utah and then a Boy Scout volunteer due to her sons’ involvement. Daughter Janell earned the coveted Gold Award before becoming a Girl Scout volunteer herself.

Janet was also a dedicated volunteer with American Association of University Women (AAUW) for whom she served as Finance Chair for the National AAUW organization’s Board of Directors. In addition, she was involved with Real Women Run, Utah Women’s Artist Exhibition, and the Utah Symphony Guild. One would readily say that Janet Bunger led a life of courage, confidence, and character, who made the world a better place.

This was especially evident through her engagement with Girl Scouts of Utah, serving as a longtime troop leader before becoming involved at the council leadership level. Janet led the Cornelia Benton Scholarship Committee for many years. She was instrumental in the creation of the Planned Giving Committee in the early 2000’s in order to invite and encourage Girl Scout alum and families to consider Girl Scouts of Utah in their estate planning.

With a sharp mind, great sense of humor, and a permanent smile, Janet was a trusted friend to many members of the Girl Scout community in Utah, helping them with their financial planning and even being named as executor for their estates. Her light and legacy will continue to shine brightly on Girl Scouts for generations to come.

Donors & Sponsors

October 1, 2022

to September 30, 2023

$50,000 - 99,999

Janet Q. Lawson Foundation

Maverik

$25,000 - 49,999

Harmons Grocery

$10,000 - 24,999

George S. & Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation

Willard L. Eccles Charitable Foundation

The David Kelby Johnson Memorial Foundation

B. LaRae Orullian

C. Scott & Dorothy E. Watkins Foundation

$5,000 - 9,999

Joelle Creager

Lawrence T. & Janet T. Dee Foundation

Dominion Energy

Marriner S. Eccles Foundation

Lois Fitzgerald

Jan Garbett

William H. & Mattie Wattis Harris Foundation

Loren Micalizio

Kirk Ririe

Janice & Brian Ruggles

$2,500 - 4,999

Steven B. Achelis Foundation

Adobe Amazon

Darigold

Hardin-Reynolds Family

Richard K. & Shirley S. Hemingway Foundation

KSL Broadcast Group

Kathy L. Lake

Masonic Foundation of Utah

Andrew McCrady

Kathryn & Gary Peterson

Anita Riddle

Rocky Mountain Power / Pacificorp

Schreiber Foods

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Foundation

Lisa White & Brad Kelly

$500 - 2,499

Margaret Agee

Ruth Eleanor & John Ernest Bamberger Memorial Foundation

Rachel Benator

Annie Bennett

Selena Benson

Rebecca Burton

Dorothy Case

Peeches Cederholm

Erica Chamblee

Rebecca Chavez-Houck

Brooke Clark

Caroline Clayton

Katie Clifford

Jen Dalley

Linda Dickey

Nancy Duncan

Cara Dziuda

Leslie & Ike Egan

Lindsay Egan

Henry W. & Leslie M. Eskuche Foundation

Ivy Estabrooke

Allison Gerrard

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