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2026 September Family Newsletter
Our Fall Product Program Starts Saturday
Our Fall Product Program starts this week - on Saturday, September 26! By participating, Girl Scouts build key skills and raise funds for exciting troop activities. Plus, they can take home fun rewards like patches, plushes, apparel, and more.
Caregivers: You should receive an email on September 26 that invites you to help girls set up their online storefront. If you do not see this email, you can visit our website to get started! You'll also find our Family Guide, video tutorials, girl rewards, and more resources.
Invite the whole crew out to Rainbow Ranch in Nashville for fall fun! Our Pumpkin Pals program on October 17 will be a day filled with seasonal joy, including pumpkin picking and a petting zoo. Family and friends are welcome too! Plus, Girl Scouts who bring a gal pal who is not currently a member will receive a "Bring a Friend" patch.
Two exciting treats are joining the 2027 cookie season line up: allergy-friendly Sparkables and Patch Pals, the first Girl Scout Cookie for dogs. These cookies will be available exclusively for online ordering in January 2027, when the Girl Scout Cookie Season kicks off in Southern Illinois.
Honor Veterans with Our CEO Loretta Graham: New Event Date & Deadline
The Veterans on Parade event in Marion has been rescheduled for October 3. That means that there is still time to sign up to honor veterans, first responders, and other community heroes along with our CEO Loretta Graham. Girl Scouts will also earn a custom patch. Girls can participate with their troop or with a family member who is registered in Girl Scouts. Sign up by September 28!
Explore the world, reach new horizons, and make unforgettable memories with Girl Scouts! Don't miss these domestic and international travel opportunities that are open for registration now.
In summer 2027, Juniors-Ambassadors can visit Savannah, Georgia and Indianapolis, Indiana with our council. Seniors-Ambassadors can join us for an eight-day adventure to London and surrounding areas.
Plus, Cadettes-Ambassadors still have time to sign up for a Destinations travel experience with Girl Scouts of the USA. There are even grant funds available to help power the trip.
Get Uniform Starter Kits Now
These helpful kits come with a sash or vest, council ID, American flag, insignia tab, membership level pin and world trefoil pin. There is now an online option to have your uniform heat pressed and preassembled for a $7 fee.
Purchases of over $65 that include a GSofSI Uniform Starter Kit will receive a free Girl Scout drawstring bag! These bags have a new colorful block pattern and are a $15 value. Offer is valid while supplies last.
Trending Now In Our Build-A-Bear Workshop
The Build-A-Bear Workshop in our Council Shop in Glen Carbon has back-to-troop fun in full supply! Whether it's finding a new fall 'fit, matching vests, or making a new furry friend - we have the stuff you love! Plus, start shopping for spooky season treats now. We have several Halloween-themed furry friends available.
Free Shipping
Take advantage of free shipping from the GSofSI Online Council Shop on all orders over $50 through September 30.
Innovate and earn badges with SIUE STEM Outreach team!
Read and Roam Southern IL Library Crawl
Daisies-Ambassadors
October 1-31 Across Southern Illinois
Registration deadline: October 26
Patch order deadline: November 9
Earn a special reading patch through this program that runs alongside the Southern Illinois Library Crawl!
These are just a few of the exciting opportunities coming soon! Follow the button below to see more.
