Girl Scout Cookie FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do Girl Scouts participate in the
cookie program?
Is my daughter required to sell Girl Scout Cookies?
How much are cookies this year?
What are the dates cookies are being sold this year?
What types of cookies are Girl Scouts selling this year?
Should I be with my daughter when she is selling cookies?
Can Girl Scouts sell cookies on the Internet?
Why do Girl Scouts participate in the cookie program?
The cookie program is an important part of Girl Scouting. Not only does it
support programs and activities, it teaches girls important life skills such
as goal setting, decision making, teamwork, handling money responsibly, and
following through with a commitment. This fun activity raises critically needed
funds in a way that provides girls with a positive developmental experience
that builds confidence and self-esteem and teaches the importance of economic
independence at a young age.
Is my daughter required to sell Girl
Scout Cookies?
It is our policy that every eligible troop participates in the cookie program.
However, selling Girl Scout cookies is voluntary for the girls. Parents/guardians
must give written permission for a girl to participate in the activity. Most
families want their daughters to be a part of the program because it is both
a fun activity and a great learning experience for girls. Personal responsibility,
goal setting, handling money, resourcefulness, how to work with others, and
self confidence are some of the skills girls can learn by selling Girl Scout
cookies.
How much are cookies this year (2008)?
Cookies are only $3.00 a box!
What are the dates cookies are being
sold this year?
Cookies are being sold from January
2, 2008 through January 25, 2008.
What types of cookies are Girl Scouts selling this year?
Caramel deLites®
Peanut Butter Patties®
Shortbread
Thin Mints
Peanut Butter Sandwich
NEW COOKIE Cinna-Spins ®
Reduced Fat Cartwheels®
Thanks-A-Lot
Should I be with my daughter when
she is selling cookies?
A supervising adult must always be present for all Brownie and Junior Girl
Scout activities, including the cookie program. Older girls must sell with
a buddy. The cookie program is a wonderful opportunity for you and your daughter
to spend quality time together. If you are not accompanying your daughter,
you should find out which adult(s) will be present before giving her permission
to participate.
You can feel good about your participation in the great American tradition of selling Girl Scout cookies because in Girl Scouting, safety is never left to chance.
Can Girl Scouts sell cookies on the
Internet?
In Girl Scouting, the personal safety and security of girls always comes first.
Because of the scope of the Internet and the fact that girls do not have a
secure means of contacting strangers and exchanging funds, selling on the
Internet presents a significant safety risk to girls. Therefore, girls may
not engage in selling Girl Scout cookies on the Internet. Girls may use e-mail
to let family and friends know about the sale.