Impact Report

THANK YOU to our community, who make the successes of our 14,000 youth members AND the success of Girl Scouts of Western Washington’s programming possible now and in the future. We couldn’t do this work without the thousands of volunteers, caregivers, staff, and donors who champion our next generation of leaders and all of their big dreams for a brighter tomorrow. At Girl Scouts, we believe who she'll become starts here, and you make that possible with your support.

Scroll down to read through our full report and see the inspiring breadth of impact we accomplished together, or use the button navigation menu below to jump ahead to a section of interest from our previous membership year.

A Letter from Our Board Chair/President and CEO

As we reflect on the past membership year, we’re filled with appreciation for the unwavering strength of our Girl Scout community. In a world that constantly tells girls* to shrink, YOU showed up to create spaces where girls can expand into who they’ll become: leaders, friends, builders, and a force. 

With the joyful milestone of one century of Girl Scouting in Western Washington on our horizon, we look back on fiscal year 2024–2025 with gratitude—not only for the number of members we served, but for each individual who made our community so special. 

We’re filled with inspiration as we think about the 14,000+ youth members who joined us from Bellingham to Vancouver—and everywhere in between—each one reflecting the strength and purpose of our mission. From cookie entrepreneurship to STEAM exploration, outdoor adventures and beyond, our youth members bring determination, creativity, and heart to everything they do. Together we continue to build a world where girls can reach their limitless potential, and your partnership has been vital in making that vision a reality. 

At Girl Scouts of Western Washington, our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, racial justice, and belonging is unwavering, even as those values are facing increasing external challenges. We remain steadfast in our work to create spaces where every girl feels seen, valued, and prepared to thrive. 

We can’t thank you enough for your continued partnership and look forward to sharing this journey with you in the years ahead. 

Yours in Girl Scouting, 

Shelley Whelan, Board Chair/President 

Andrea Anderson, Chief Executive Officer

Our Council Stats

25,843

Total Members

14,023

Girl Scout Youth Members

11,820

Adult Members

6,058

Volunteers Supporting Girl Scout Troops and Service Units

3 Girl Scout Offices

6 Girl Scout Camp Properties

2 Girl Scout Houses

3 Retail Stores

Girl Scout Programs

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Girl Scout Programs: Local Girl Scouts Served

Girl Scouts is a journey that grows with youth members, and our 72% retention rate in 2024-2025 reflects the deep value our members find in the experience. With 14,023 Girl Scouts across all grade levels, we’re a strong, connected community that’s both welcoming and built to last.

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Girl Scout Programs: Girl Scout Troops

At Girl Scouts, community is at the heart of everything we do. Our troops are a supportive space where Girl Scouts build confidence, explore new opportunities, and form lasting friendships—so much so that three out of five Girl Scouts seek challenges and develop healthy relationships, compared to just two in five non-Girl Scouts.

Each troop is backed by a network of support that extends beyond their troop leader and troop volunteers to service units—local volunteer-led teams that provide regional mentorship and resources—and to our council staff who ensure every Girl Scout has the opportunity to thrive.

1,215

Girl Scout Troops

2,266

Girl Scout Troop Leaders

343

New Girl Scout Troop Leaders

83.4%

First Year Troop Leader Retention

Service Units

Service Unit Managers

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Girl Scout Programs: Programming Overview

The Girl Scout Leadership Experience is designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and equip Girl Scouts with the skills they need to learn, grow, and lead. Through our four program pillars—STEM, Life Skills, Outdoors, and Entrepreneurship—Girl Scouts gain real-world knowledge and experience that prepare them for the future.

We strive to expose girls to career pathways where women have been historically excluded, and are committed to highlighting the gender pay gap in Washington state and helping introduce Girl Scouts to industries that will help them unlock their earning potential.

By equipping Girl Scouts with the tools to lead, problem-solve, and innovate, we’re ensuring they step into the future ready to thrive.

2,385

Girl Scouts participated in staff-led programs

2,522

Girl Scouts participated in program partner-hosted events

581

badges earned as Girl Scouts explored our four program pillars

Program Spotlight: Maritime

Our maritime program offers Girl Scouts in grades 6–12 an unforgettable opportunity to partner with the Seattle Maritime Academy and learn what it takes to set sail at their training facility. Through this program, Girl Scouts practiced steering (including steering a real training boat on Puget Sound), mapped navigation routes, learned to tie nautical knots, explored the basics of diesel engine operation and maintenance, practiced fire safety using extinguishers, and rowed as a team.

Girl Scout Liberty shared, “I learned many fun and useful things, like knot tying and how to use a flare.”

Programs like this introduce Girl Scouts to real-world STEM learning, career pathways, and hands-on skills they can carry into future opportunities.

Program Spotlight: Girl Scout Day at the Capitol

At Girl Scout Day at the Capitol, girls* don’t just learn about civic engagement—they take action.

Girl Scout Tuesday began her advocacy journey in a hands-on session, where she discovered her passion for environmental issues like protecting forests and promoting clean transportation. Paired with Representative Greg Nance, she shared her ideas and was invited to testify in support of House Bill 1631 to protect bull kelp forests. With support from her family and community, Tuesday delivered her testimony with confidence. When the bill passed, she attended the signing ceremony, where she shared a meaningful moment with Governor Ferguson.

“I never expected something like testifying on a bill to happen. I am glad it did, though. I've always had a strong voice, and this was my first, and probably won't be my last, opportunity to use it.” —Girl Scout Tuesday

What an inspiring example of how Girl Scouts are empowered to make a real impact!

Program Spotlight: Girl Scouts Build with BNBuilders

Girl Scouts joined forces with BNBuilders’ Women in Construction team for a hands-on learning experience at Camp River Ranch. Participants explored project management, job site safety, and construction technologies, then put their skills to work by building new changing stations for campers.

Girl Scouts walked away with new construction skills, a toolbox, a patch to commemorate the experience, and the ability to tell all their friends, “I helped build this!" This kind of partnership offers a perfect opportunity for Girl Scouts to get a firsthand look at careers in the trades.

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Girl Scout Programs: Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship is at the heart of the Girl Scout experience, and our Product Program gives girls* real-world goal setting, decision making, money management, marketing, business ethics, and interpersonal skills while funding their adventures.

Product Program: Girl Scout Participants and Outcomes

9,881

Girl Scout sellers participated in our Product Program

1,028

Girl Scout troops took part in the Girl Scout Cookie Program

8,409

Girl Scout Cookie sellers participated in the program

8,050

Girl Scout Cookie sellers created a digital storefront and participated in the online portion of the program

151,168

Girl Scout Cookie packages sold were donated to the Puget Sound United Services Organization to distribute to all branches of the military.

The confidence, financial literacy, and leadership skills they gain translate into future success. In the United States, Girl Scout alums make up:

52%

of female entrepreneurs and business owners

80%

of female tech leaders

69%

of female U.S. Senators

100%

of female U.S Secretaries of State

On average, Girl Scout Cookie sellers earned $331 to support participation in camp, travel, and other program experiences throughout the year. Hear from Girl Scout Analise Isabel about her Girl Scout Cooke Program experience—and check out the amazing recipe she demonstrated on New Day Northwest!

Girl Scout Analise Isabel shares her recipe using Adventurefuls Cookies.

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Girl Scout Programs: Camp and the Outdoors

Girl Scouts build deep connections to the natural world and each other through our camp and outdoor activities. The magic of spending time away from home to forge new friendships leaves a lasting impact on campers as they unplug from technology and immerse themselves in nature alongside their peers.

One camper shared that their favorite camp memory was “talking in cabins as if we had bunked with each other for a year. We were so comfortable with each other; we were like a little community.”

Summer Camp Program Participants

Our programming is designed with age and skill progression in mind. Young campers dip their toes in with day and twilight camps family camp offerings. By high school, they’re ready for a multi-week overnight trip—backpacking in the mountains or sea kayaking on Hood Canal—or to train as a camp intern. Each experience builds confidence, leadership, and helps Girl Scouts gain the courage to take on unlimited futures.

7,571

campers attended Girl Scout summer camp programs in 2025

820

campers attended staff-led overnight camps at Camp Robbinswold and Camp St. Albans

179

campers attended affinity camps—including Umoja Family Camp, PRIDE family camp, and PRIDE overnight camp sessions

143

groups visited Camp River Ranch and booked 2,004 classic camp activities like boating, archery, and the ropes course.

768

campers attended overnight community camps at Camp Lyle McLeod

3,800

campers attended 30 day and twilight camps hosted throughout our state by incredible Girl Scout volunteers

Learn more about why camp is more important than ever for girls*.

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Girl Scout Programs: Highest Awards

When Girl Scouts earn their Bronze, Silver, or Gold Award, they don’t just complete a project—they identify a problem, take action, and work to create real change. These truly remarkable young leaders tackle real challenges in their communities with passion and perseverance and demonstrate that when girls* take action, the world gets better.

Gold Awards

23 Girl Scouts earned their Gold Award

Silver Awards

80 Girl Scouts earned their Silver Award

Bronze Awards

83* Girl Scouts earned their Bronze Award

*Actual number of Bronze Awards completed may be higher. These projects are completed at the troop level and reporting is optional.

Gold Award Spotlight: Inspiring Ocean Conservation

Girl Scout Kendra recognized a gap in ocean conservation education for young children and set out to make a difference. They developed a curriculum designed to teach kindergarten students about caring for the planet and protecting marine life. By presenting the material at an age-appropriate level, they helped students—especially those in urban areas—gain meaningful exposure to nature and understand the importance of treating the Earth with compassion.

To expand their impact, Kendra made their curriculum freely available on Teacher Pay Teachers, allowing educators around the world to access and use these materials in their own classrooms.

Reflecting on their experience, Kendra shared, “Through my Gold Award, I have developed valuable life skills that will help me navigate my next steps in life.”

Silver Award Spotlight: Wildlife Safety and Community Awareness

Girl Scouts Alma A. and Mariam H. created multilingual wildlife safety brochures and led an interactive workshop for children at their local mosque. Through games and open discussion, they made learning about wildlife safety engaging, inclusive, and accessible. Their goal was twofold: to protect people while respecting the animals that call Washington state home. The Girl Scouts also produced a safety video outlining how to respond to wildlife encounters as well as what to do when encountering an injured or stray animal. Their work exemplifies what Girl Scout Highest Awards are all about: identifying a community need and developing a sustainable, meaningful solution.

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Girl Scout Programs: Travel

Whether exploring a new city, immersing themselves in a different culture, or trekking through the wilderness, every Girl Scout trip builds confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of discovery. The chance to travel beyond their hometowns broadens perspectives and helps Girl Scouts grow up to be thoughtful global citizens.

domestic trips

international trips

council-hosted Girl Scout Destinations trip

"The inclusivity of the hosting council was awesome, especially towards LGBTQ+ community members! The Washington area, in general, just felt very inclusive and welcoming. I can't choose my favorite part of the trip, because I liked the people there, the places we went to, and how we did things. Overall, the fact that I am able to have this opportunity as a Girl Scout is truly incredible."—Girl Scout Destinations Trip Participant

Our Partners

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Our Partners: Girl Scout Volunteers

Girl Scout magic doesn’t happen without our vast community of volunteers! Whether leading troops, facilitating programs, or mentoring future leaders, our volunteers are the heart of the Girl Scout movement—and we can’t thank you enough.

This year, our volunteers invested 8,600 hours in trainings led by our volunteer learning team, gaining invaluable skills in program facilitation, skill development, conflict management, advocacy, and much more—skills that not only support Girl Scout learning year-round but also strengthen our communities.

3,000

hours completing online courses

536

volunteers who attended an in person learning conference

4,030

hours completing outdoor overnight workshops

180

volunteers who completed outdoor overnight workshops

3,836

online learning courses completed in gsLearn

429

volunteers who took courses on leading Girl Scout programming

“The Girl Scout Leadership Experience helps parents and educators teach Girl Scouts that they are valued. They are encouraged to voice their wishes, and those wishes are then acted on. Girl Scouts are taught how to plan events from the beginning, manage time, work a budget, and offer projects that will engage and excite everyone in the room. Girl Scouts taught both my daughter and me that we can make a difference. We have done our best to live up to that.” —Girl Scout Volunteer Kim

Want to learn more about getting involved as a Girl Scout volunteer? Check out our volunteer roles that work directly with Girl Scout troops—or browse our catalog of shorter-term, flexible volunteer offerings.

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Our Partners: Community Investors

The success of Girl Scouts of Western Washington in fulfilling its mission to build girls* of courage, confidence, and character is made possible by the generous support of our community.

Below we highlight the collective impact of our donors who believe in our vision and invest in the next generation of leaders. Together, we have encouraged Girl Scouts to develop skills and traits that will serve them throughout their lives, and we are grateful for the commitment and dedication of our supporters to create a brighter future for girls* across Western Washington.

$2,254,636

raised to serve Girl Scouts

1,273

donors

3,582

gifts

Partner Spotlight: PEMCO Insurance and The Seattle Mariners

A special thank you to PEMCO Insurance and the Seattle Mariners for hosting Girl Scouts at T-Mobile Park for the Cover Your Bases: Prevention Day event. Girl Scouts enjoyed learning about preparedness for natural disasters such as earthquakes, fires, and storms, as well as how to prevent common household accidents, such as house fires.

This partnership not only helped local Girl Scouts gain life-saving knowledge and inspired them to spread safety awareness throughout their communities. It also brought together our community in a revered local destination and provided us with an opportunity to get the word out about the impact of Girl Scouting to new families.

Partner Spotlight: Russell Investments

Russell Investments has been a steadfast champion of Girl Scouts for five years, providing innovative financial literacy workshops that help build foundations for college and career readiness. Through their virtual workshop series, Russell Investments guided Girl Scouts through important topics such as budgeting, building credit, and the basics of investing.

In addition, they welcomed Girl Scouts into their downtown office for interactive budgeting challenges, a career panel, and more. Girl Scouts left the workshops with invaluable life skills, along with a financial literacy badge and a Russell Investments fun patch. Workshops like these expose Girl Scouts to the tools needed to achieve financial freedom and help boost their earning power in adulthood.

Realized Bequests from our Juliette Gordon Low Society

The Juliette Gordon Low Society is a special group of Girl Scout champions who have committed to sharing their legacy with the next generation—helping us ensure the long-term health and vitality of the Girl Scout movement.

The following members of the Juliette Gordon Low Society made a significant impact on Girl Scouts of Western Washington with a realized legacy gift in our 2024-2025 membership year. We thank them for their contributions and service, and honor their passing.

Amelia Becke

Cynthia Cross

Sandie Ledray

Smith Loving Trust

We offer our sincere gratitude to all of our Juliette Gordon Low Society members.

Thank You to Our Supporters

Thank you to everyone who supported the Girl Scout mission in our 2024-2025 membership year!

THANK YOU

Council Investments in Our Mission

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Investments in Our Mission: Financial Assistance

Every girl* deserves the chance to discover their potential, explore new opportunities, and build lifelong friendships—regardless of their family’s financial situation.

At Girl Scouts, we believe that cost should never be a barrier to belonging, which is why our financial assistance program helps families with membership dues, camp costs, and other activities.

Thanks to the generosity of our community, who provides 100% of our financial assistance grants, we’re making sure everyone who wants to be a Girl Scout has the opportunity to learn, grow, and lead.

2,560

Girl Scouts received financial assistance that helped keep their Girl Scout experiences accessible for their family

$320,130

awarded in 4,215 grants covering camp programs, membership dues, troop dues, uniform bundles, and Girl Scout events

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Investments in Our Mission: Property Investments

Our camp properties are where generations of Girl Scouts have forged unique connections with nature, found adventure, and built lifelong memories. Investing in these lands and our facilities ensures that future Girl Scouts will continue to have access to the outdoors, where they can explore, grow, and feel at home under the stars.

Total Capital Expenditures: $1,180,864

Camp Evergreen

Asbestos remediation

Camp Lyle McLeod

Range replacement and fire suppression system replacement

Camp River Ranch

Multi-year water tower replacement project

Camp Robbinswold

Multi-year lodge and grounds improvement project

Camp St. Albans

Swim dock surface, double electric oven, Huckleberry Hut roof replacement, and Nature Program Shelter

Our Finances

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Our Finances: How Did We Do?

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Our Finances: How We're Funded

Our funding comes from five primary sources:

Product Program: Girl Scout Cookie Program and other product program sales
Programming Fees: Participation fees for camp, events, and other programs
Public Support: Charitable donations from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other partners
Retail: Girl Scout store proceeds from badges, uniforms, gifts, supplies, and merchandise
Other Income: Investments and income including harvest and unrelated business income

Note: Annual membership dues are paid to Girl Scouts of the USA.

Total Revenue: $22,751,748

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Our Finances: What Our Funding Provides

Our funding supports three primary areas of our operations:

81%: Girl Scout Programming
12%: Administrative
7%: Fundraising

The majority of our expenses (81%) benefit Girl Scout youth and adults through direct services and support.

These Girl Scout programming expenses include: Product Program, troop support services, camp program and property, non-camp programs, community engagement, member support services, financial assistance, and retail sales.

We look at three benchmarks to assess our performance:

Charity Navigator, the nation's largest charity evaluator, gives the highest rating to non-profits with management percentages below 15% and fundraising percentages below 10% (total of 25%).
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has a separarte charity rating site (give.org) that recommends a maximum overhead of 35% of total expenses.
United Way recommends that its funded organizations have total overhead costs between 15%-25%.

Our overhead for 2025 was 17%, meeting all three measures. Charity Navigator currently ranks our organization at four stars and Guide Star has given us a Platinum Level ranking.

Total Expenses: $19,693,119

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Our Finances: Previous Years' Results

Review previous annual reports and financial statemets for a historic look at our council’s development.

Stay Connected to Your Girl Scout Community Year-Round!

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*Girl Scouts of Western Washington uses the term girls inclusively to speak to everyone who identifies with the Girl Scout experience, which includes cisgender girls, gender-expansive youth, transgender youth, non-binary youth, gender nonconforming youth, genderqueer youth, and any girl-identifying human.