At Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital, we are honored to support the families who serve our country. Our service members, including but not limited to military, uniformed service, foreign service, and their families are an inspiration, exemplifying courage, confidence, and character in ways that truly make the world a better place.
Wherever a family’s service journey may lead them, Girl Scouts is there to offer trusted programming and a strong network that empowers members at every level to continue their leadership journeys, make new friends, and enjoy a welcoming, safe space. And when they arrive at the Nation’s Capital, we are committed to making their time with us unforgettable and providing them with the best possible Girl Scout experience.
On Veterans Day, November 11, 2024, we’re proud to launch our new Salute to Service initiative to help our Council support and uplift service families.
As part of this initiative, we will immediately begin recognizing Veterans Day as a Council holiday, celebrate the Month of the Military Child, and celebrate Military Appreciation Month. Additionally, we will acknowledge National Military Appreciation Day on August 31 and honor the birthdays of each service branch.
The Council will be unveiling service-specific patches. Our first patch was designed in collaboration with Girl Scout Brownie Troop 10081, who identified a need to further support their fellow Girl Scouts whose families served or are actively serving.
