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A Place to Belong

Give Her a Place to Belong

Every girl needs a place to belong, opportunities to explore, and the confidence to find her own way.

Today’s girls are facing loneliness and growing pressures on their confidence.

A 2026 study of Texas girls revealed nearly 3 in 5 teen girls feel persistently sad and hopeless, much higher than their male counterparts. Teen girls were also more than twice as likely as boys to report feelings of anxiety and depression.

The Girl Scout community delivers powerful experiences that spark friendship, develop leaders, and positively impact girls’ sense of self. 

In Central Texas, our results show what happens when girls have Girl Scouts:

79% are confident in their abilities

Today’s Girls Need…

Belonging
Belonging BelongingBelonging

“Girl Scouts is a place where I can show up as my full self with no judgment. You can be yourself and know that you belong." —Karrington, Ambassador

Connection
Connection ConnectionConnection

“Being part of the Girl Scout community gives us access to opportunities that could change my daughter’s trajectory.” —Claudia, Cianna’s Mom

Confidence
Confidence ConfidenceConfidence

“When you’re gaining independence in Girl Scouts, you’re surrounded by a sisterhood. You’re never truly alone.” —Anya, Alum and Volunteer

Right now, invest in every girl's potential.

Your gift helps girls discover who they are and what they're capable of achieving.

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