Troop 35767 is proof that Girl Scouts is all about girl-led experiences, no matter their age. Under the guidance of Jess Garcia, a passionate Financial Education professional from Centier Bank, the Daisies and Brownies of Troop 35767 are learning financial empowerment early on. “I know they’re only Daisies and Brownies,” Jess says, “but I really want to empower them.” 

With Jess’s help, the girls created a troop budget, deciding on dues and prioritizing their own troop expenses. This hands-on budgeting shows these young Girl Scouts that they have the power to make decisions that shape their troop’s experience. 

But Troop 35767’s learning doesn’t stop there—they have big hearts, too. Inspired by Juliette, a Brownie and leader in this troop, the girls are spreading kindness in their community. As Juliette put it, “Volunteering is important to people. Some people are homeless with no home. That’s why we volunteer. Volunteering is important to everyone. I volunteer at Community Help Network with my dad on Saturdays during their Ladles of Love.” She lives by her words and recently inspired her troop to color cards for Phil’s Friends, an organization that sends packages of encouragement to cancer patients. 

With cookie season on the horizon, the girls are excited to build their entrepreneurship skills while learning even more about financial literacy. With Troop 35767, it’s clear that the joy of Girl Scouting shines in each decision, each act of kindness, and each new skill gained—empowering girls one step at a time.