Girl Scouts of the USA is realigning councils nationwide to provide higher quality and more plentiful resources and opportunities for girls. Councils across the country are in various stages of planning, merging and realigning.
The process in Massachusetts began in 2006.
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts was formed on Feb 1, 2008, when Girl Scouts, Patriots' Trail Council; Girl Scouts of Southeastern Massachusetts and Girl Scouts of Spar and Spindle Council joined to become one, vibrant, high-capacity organization.
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts will be the largest organization serving girls and women in the state.
Girl Scout Mission:
Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
Girl Scout Vision:
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts will become the inclusive organization of choice for girls in grades K-12. Through the efforts of thousands of positive role models, it will be a recognized leader in advocacy for issues that affect girls, and the foremost authority on leadership development for girls and young women.
Council programming:
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts sponsors programs and events that are affordable and enjoyable, and offers them regionally and locally. There are fun, exciting opportunities for exploration that foster leadership growth. Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is committed to reaching and serving a diverse group of girls from all communities in the area. We offer a strong progression of activities to appeal to the ever-changing needs and interests of girls as they grow and mature.
Eastern Massachusetts Council Facts:
* 45,500 girls, ages 5-17
* 178 communities
* More than 17,000 adult volunteers
* 29 program centers
* One of every 7 girls in Eastern Massachusetts is a Girl Scout
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