Patch Programs

For information on GSUSA insignia and where to place patches, please click here.

Downloadable PDF files of Patch Programs

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Council's Own recognitions and Patch Programs offer girls the opportunity to learn about subjects that are an extension of Try-Its, Badges and Interest Project Patches, are of local interest only or support focused goals of the council. Girls in any council are welcome to earn the recognitions listed on this page. New programs are announced in Capital Notes when they become available. Copies of these programs are available from the Information Center info@gscnc.org or downloadable from this page. Once requirements are completed, patches can be ordered from our Girl Scout Shop www.gscnc.org/shop and are usually listed on the Blue Order Form.

Try-Its, Badges, and Interest Project Patches are the official age-specific insignia for the respective Brownie, Junior and Cadette/Senior Girl Scout levels. Daisy Girl Scouts earn Petals specific to parts of the Girl Scout Law. Most of these insignia are developed by GSUSA. For information on GSUSA insignia and where to place patches, please click here.

A "Troop's Own" badge or interest project can be designed by any Junior or Cadette/Senior Girl Scout troop. Except for approval for use of GSUSA words and logos, the group does not need approval if the girls designing the award will be the only girls earning the award. If the award will be available to others, council approval is required. There is no provision for "Troop's Own" Brownie Try-It. For guidelines on creating a Troop's Own badge or IP, click here.

GSCNC has several "Council's Own" awards. These official recognitions can be worn on the front of the uniform and are available to girls in any council to earn.

	Capital Currency IP/Badge/Try-It - helps girls become balanced budgeters, savvy savers, intelligent investors, and clever credit-holders
	Looking In, Reaching Out IP- Correlates to the Looking In, Reaching Out Focus Book.
	Roots and Shoots IP/Badge/Try-It - Developed with the Jane Goodall Institute to help girls brainstorm ways to balance the needs of people, animals and the environment.

Patches are insignia that are worn on the back of the uniform. Patches can be official Girl Scout awards designed by GSUSA or the council, troops, or service units. Commercial vendors, such as museums, sometimes design them. Patches can be designated as earned awards with requirements or participation patches that are available to anyone attending an event.

	Be a PAL - Developed with the Food Allergy Network to raise awareness about food allergies
	Beyond the Book Covers - Encourages girls to experience the joys of reading, sharing with friends their thoughts and feelings while reading a book and story telling
	Brownie Friendmaker - Encourages Brownie Girl Scouts to reach out to their family, friends and the people of their community with kindness
	CHICAS: Discovering Hispanic Heritage - Girl Scouts of all cultures develop an understanding and appreciation of the culture of Hispanic/ Latin Americans through Discovery, Connection, and Action.
	Coles Trip Treasures - Explores the unique history and habitats at Camp Coles Trip and how camping habits minimize environmental impact. Program kit available at Camp Coles Trip
	Common Threads - Helps girls become citizens with understanding and introduces girls to diversity and cultural awareness
	Discover the Nation's Capital - Encourages girls to explore points of interest throughout Washington, D.C. This patch is the middle of the sampler and three segments are available to earn and wear around the center patch.
	Gardens Segment - Explores gardens throughout Washington, D.C. Statuary Segment - Explores statues throughout Washington, D.C. Transportation Segment - Encourages girls to learn about various modes of public transportation in Washington, D.C.
	Election Connection - Prepares girls for their future roles as informed voters
	GSCNC Summer Fun - Provides encouragement, structure and recognition to girls who do Girl Scout activities during the summer
	Increase the Peace - Encourages girls to resolve conflicts and reach out to others in peace and friendship
	Isadora Inchworm - Recognizes and tracks service hours
	Keeping the Pace - Raises awareness of girls and adults with disabilities
	Legislative Day - Familiarizes girls with their state legislatures or the District of Columbia City Council.
	Open Houses of Faith - Encourages girls to learn about the many faiths that make up our communities
	Nutcracker - Guides girls in understanding ballet, choreography, music, and history of dance
	Sing America - Gives girls the opportunity to expand their knowledge of different kinds of music
	Smart Living - Building Blocks for a Healthy Lifestyle- Compiles all health-related programs and resources of GSUSA and GSCNC. This umbrella program encourages girls to complete activities from various programs relating to exercise, nutrition, body concepts, safety, etc. Program kit available upon request .
	Advocate for Health Segment- Encourages girls to use their voices to persuade others to make a difference in health issues that affect them.
	Together We Prepare - Developed with the American Red Cross to help girls put the Girl Scout motto, Be Prepared, into action when any type of emergency happens
	Water Drop requirements are located at http://www.epa.gov/adopt/patch/ - Developed with the EPA (now a national program) to encourage girls to be responsible stewards of waterways
	Women Through Time- Introduces girls to their heritage and the roles women have played in history
	Your Own Sports Program - Sports Awareness - Designed to meet the interests and abilities of girls at all ages
	Zink the Zebra- Explores diversity and awareness of differences in others. Program kit available upon request http://www.gscnc.org/program/kits.php
	Zoo Animal Safari - Explores conflict resolution by studying the behavior of animals at the zoo

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