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"The biggest surprise to me was that I went into [convention] thinking the role I played in planning G.I.R.L would be the most inspiring and exciting aspect of the trip. While it was exciting to see our hard work put into action, it was more so all the other women I met that inspired me the most."
-Caroline S., G-Team Member
Girls working for girls - that's what Girl Scouting is all about! This fall, Girl Scouts from GSKSMO traveled to Ohio for G.I.R.L. 2017 (GSUSA National Convention), where our Girl Scout delegates had a voice in the future of the Girl Scout Movement. This experience helped girls see that their voice mattered and exposed them to inspiring women from all over the world.
Speaking of G.I.R.L. advocates, GSKSMO was buzzing with Girl Scout supporters showing that they believe in a better tomorrow. The 2017 Alumnae Reunion celebrated Girl Scouting past and present at Camp Prairie Schooner while enjoying the incredible renovations made possible because YOU! Then, at a very special book event with Bush sisters, girls were the focus again as supporters gathered to advocate for our future leaders!
Thanks to YOU, Girl Scouts are surrounded by a powerful team that believes in the Girl Scout Movement. By encouraging girls and showing them that they matter, we can ensure our world will be full of strong G.I.R.L.s (Go-getters, Innovators, Risk-takers, Leaders)!
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The POWERFUL Bond of Sisterhood
Advocating for a better tomorrow for girls! On Nov. 2, 2017, Girl Scout supporters came together for a special reception with Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Pierce Bush. What fantastic and inspiring stories these two shared about the bond of sisterhood!
Supporters received an autographed book, a photo with the Bush sisters and socialized with fellow Girl Scout advocates. It was an evening of celebration and fun! Thank you to our special guests who joined us KS Lt. Governor Dr. Jeff Colyer and GSKSMO Alumna & Miss Teen USA Sophia Dominguez-Heithoff. And, a huge shout out to our chairs & partners: Chairs Renny Arensberg & Mary Jorgenson, Rainy Day Books, CBIZ and The Independent Magazine for making the evening such a success!
Check out more photos from this event here!
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G.I.R.L. Leadership in Action
"For any girls who have the opportunity to go as a Delegate or just attend convention, you should. [...] At convention, you are told how the world is your oyster and that you have the power to make the world better."
-Lauren M., Delegate
Earlier this month, GSUSA held their National Convention - G.I.R.L. 2017 - in Columbus, OH and it turned the city GREEN! GSKSMO was well represented with four girl delegates, six adult volunteer delegates, a staff member on the planning team and a girl member on the G-Team (the nickname for the girl-led planning team). To top it off, our own Gold Award Alumna and Miss Teen USA, Sophia Dominguez-Heithoff was a G.I.R.L. speaker among other women including Gabby Douglas, Chelsea Clinton, Mae Jemison and Barbara Pierce Bush!
It was truly an incredible experience for our amazing girl delegates Akela C., Aidin M., Lauren M., and Amanda M. and G-Team Member, Caroline S.! These awesome G.I.R.L.s not only had amazing experiences in leadership, but got to help shape the future of Girl Scouting! Read more about our G.I.R.L. 2017 delegates on our blog!
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Reunited Through Girl Scout Sisterhood!
Celebrating Girl Scouts at the 2017 Reunion
Camping and celebrating what it is to be a Girl Scout - that's what the 2017 Alumnae Reunion was all about! In late September, alumnae and families from all over our council got together at Camp Prairie Schooner to celebrate Girl Scouting. The event highlight was the re-dedication of Neal Lodge and seeing all the amazing renovations that have happened at camp, a testament to the power of philanthropy. We are so appreciative to The William T. Kemper Foundation and their leadership investment in our Neal Lodge renovation project. And, thank you to all our generous donors who ensure Girl Scouts have awesome outdoor experiences.
Thanks to all the alumnae, families and Girl Scout supporters who came out to celebrate at the 2017 Reunion! There has never been a better time to be a Girl Scout!
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#GivingTuesday - November 28, 2017
You can help Girl Scouts tell their own, unique story, by supporting them on #GivingTuesday! Never heard of Giving Tuesday? It's a day of giving on the Tuesday following Black Friday. This year, your gift to Girl Scouts has DOUBLE the power! Thanks to a generous donor, Sylvia Wagner and E. R. Pullman, every dollar will be matched (up to $5000) on Giving Tuesday!
As a supporter of Girl Scouts, you can help us make #GivingTuesday a success by giving your gift, sharing on social media, and showing us why you support G.I.R.L.s by posting an #unselfie with the hashtags #gsksmo #GivingTuesday and #unselfie! More details coming soon!
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