Girl Scout Promise
On my honor, I will try: To serve God and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law.
Girl Scout Law
I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.
Girl Scout Mission
Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
Sisterhood and Belonging
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council fosters belonging and respect for all girls. We empower all girls, volunteers and staff to fulfill their potential and make the world a better place. Our Girl Scout Promise drives us to provide experiences where all girls, volunteers and staff are confident they belong. We stand firm in these commitments and united by these ideals.
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council
Board of Directors
As of June 1, 2025
President of the Council and Chair of the Board
Elizabeth “Betsy” Bonvillain Kamin
Board Chair Elect
Melinda Underhill
Vice-Chairs
Kirsten Davenport
Jane K. Gasdaska
Treasurer
James Lewis
Secretary
Suzanne Kean
Members-At-Large
Erin Abbey
Jigna Bhakta
Giovanna Carollo Carter
Lorena Cavazos
Anna Charlton
Ellen Chin
Carvana Cloud
Ge’Juan Cole
Ann Deaton
Samina Farid
Martha Gurwit
MeiPo Ho
Audrey Ogawa Johnson
Candice Koederitz
Ana Moreno Kopf
Judy Moses
Cassandra Mott
Anne E. Neeson
Shauna Noonan
Tracey A. Prince
Tracy Pryor
Shavonnah Roberts
Schreiber
Adriana Loyo Solemsaas
Amanda Vavilala
Sara DeJay Willis
Board Emeritus
E.C. “Bud” Simpson
Mary Vitek, CEO
Letter from GSSJC’s President and CEO
Dear Friends and Supporters,
As we look back on another year of building girls of courage, confidence and character in Southeast Texas, we are once again blown away by the impressive curiosity, drive and open-mindedness of our girls, the passion and commitment of our incredible volunteers, and the continued generosity of those in the community — both individuals and organizations — that support the Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council.
For more than 100 years, GSSJC has been the premier organization focused on preparing girls to become tomorrow’s outstanding women. We take our mission seriously and we know that to continue on this journey for another 100 years, we need to invest in both girls and the infrastructure to support their interests today. As you read this year’s annual report, you’ll see many ways we’re positioning our people and programs in the future, including the CampHER capital campaign on page 8.
Elizabeth “Betsy” Kamin President and Board Chair
Thank you for adventuring alongside our girls, for believing in their dreams, and for investing in the future of our community. Our mission depends on the support of so many, and we appreciate the role you’ve played in our continued success.
Yours in Girl Scouting,
Mary Vitek Chief Executive Officer
Girls remain at the center of all that we do. Through the support of 18,000+ volunteers and staff-led Girl Scout Outreach programming, we proudly served more than 39,000 girls during FY25.
58,059 Total Membership
GSSJC Membership by Girl Scout Level
Daisy (Gr. K–1)
Brownie (Gr. 2-3)
Junior (Gr. 4–5)
Cadette (Gr. 6-8)
Senior (Gr. 9–10)
Ambassador (Gr. 11–12)
95,478 Total Badges Earned
18,786 Adults Served
39,273 Girls Served
16,041 Girls Served Through the Girl Scout Outreach Program
Entrepreneurship and Life Skills
Entrepreneurship and life-readiness are at the core of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, and GSSJC Girl Scouts gained valuable skills by earning badges and participating in the Girl Scout Cookie Program. Proceeds from Girl Scout Cookie sales stay in the GSSJC community and help fund community service projects and other girl-led adventures for troops, cover the costs of running the Girl Scout Cookie Program, and helps the council offer programming in STEM, the outdoors, life skills, entrepreneurship, camp, and leadership training.
14,464 Girls Participated in the Cookie Program
19,266 Badges Earned in Entrepreneurship
30,716 Badges Earned in Life Skills
Outdoor Adventures
Girl Scouts enjoy outdoor adventures by earning badges and attending programs, camping with their troop, or attending summer overnight or day camps at one of the council’s seven properties (Casa Mare, Camp Pryor, Camp Robinwood, Camp Agnes Arnold, Misty Meadows, Whispering Pines, Galveston Bay House).
46,467 Girls Participated in Camp Experiences
20,595 Badges Earned in Outdoors
Robinwood Celebrates 75 Years
213 Girls Were Awarded Camperships for $104,999
American Camp Association (ACA) Accreditation
Every GSSJC summer camp is accredited by the ACA — the gold standard in camp safety and quality. Our ACA accreditation was renewed in 2025 and means our camps meet rigorous national requirements for camper health and safety, staff training, program excellence, and emergency preparedness. When campers visit our properties, caregivers can feel confident they’re in a safe, well-supervised environment designed for fun, growth, and adventure.
Camp Robinwood, a beautiful, wooded property in Willis that is beloved by many GSSJC girls celebrated 75 years in December. 300+ people gathered to recognize the camp’s contributions and to honor its rich history. Attendees participated in a Dutch oven cook-off and enjoyed interactive history workshops and an educational hike.
In 1948, Clarence A. Dupree, James Hudson Jemison, Hobart T. Taylor Sr., and Carter Walker Wesley donated half the funds to purchase 206 acres of farmland in Willis to ensure African American girls had the opportunity to experience the outdoors. They also initiated a public campaign to raise the rest of the $8,240 needed to purchase the property. In the decades since, Camp Robinwood has become a favorite destination for many Girl Scouts and we look forward to many more years of memories there.
Highest Awards and STEM
The Highest Awards — Gold, Silver, and Bronze — represent the pinnacle of Girl Scout achievement, honoring girls who create and lead sustainable and impactful community projects. From Junior to Ambassador, recipients demonstrate exceptional leadership, collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to making the world a better place.
Number of GSSJC Girl Scouts who earned Highest Awards in FY25
STEM is an important pillar of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and we strive to offer a variety of activities and programs for girl at all levels to learn about and explore in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
24,901 Badges Earned in STEM
CampHER Capital Campaign
Through the CampHER: Empowering Girls in Nature capital campaign, GSSJC is enhancing camp properties to ensure they are welcoming to every girl for years to come. New, climate-controlled and accessible facilities are expanding year-round use, improving safety and comfort, and providing spaces where girls can build confidence, leadership, and lasting friendships through meaningful outdoor experiences.
As of fall 2025, GSSJC has raised 90% of the $14.3 million campaign goal and remains on track to complete all 20 improvement projects by fall 2027. This includes meeting nearly $2 million in challenge and matching funds, with $1.44 million from the Mabee Foundation and $500,000 from two anonymous donors.
Construction and renovations are well underway across four camp properties:
Casa Mare: Demolition of the original Port and Starboard dorms was completed in July 2025. Foundation is complete and framing is underway, the project remains on track and within budget to be completed by October 2026.
Camp Agnes Arnold: Renovations to the Craft House and construction on the new Silver Springs restrooms are complete, and additional new construction is scheduled to begin fall 2026. New construction includes a target sports complex, climate controlled cabins, platform tent units and a front lawn gathering space.
Camp Robinwood: Renovations to three of the four major structures are complete, including upgrades to the Lakeview dorm, troop cabin, and staff house. This work coincides with the camp’s 75th anniversary, which has been recognized with a Texas Historical Marker. Lodge renovations are scheduled to begin April 2026.
Misty Meadows Ranch: Front lawn improvements will coincide with upgrades with similar upgrades at Camp Agnes Arnold.
Together, these projects represent a long-term commitment to the future of Girl Scouting. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the individuals, companies and foundations that are making these enhancements possible.
Our Generous Donors Make Everything Possible
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council (GSSJC) expresses its deepest appreciation to the donors listed on the following pages for their generous contributions in support of Girl Scout programs and camps between September 1, 2024 and August 31, 2025. More information on opportunities to support GSSJC is available by contacting Diane Likeness at dlikeness@sjgs.org.
Great care has been taken to ensure the proper recognition of our donors. If an error or omission does occur, we sincerely apologize and hope you will bring it to our attention. Please address all corrections to Suzanne Carmona at scarmona@sjgs.org. Thank you for your continued support.
Over $500,000 - Gold
The Cullen Foundation
The Hamill Foundation
H-E-B
United Way of Greater Houston
$100,000-$499,999 - Silver
M.D. Anderson Foundation
Kay K. Craig
The Elkins Foundation
The George Foundation
Girl Scouts of the USA
Harris County District Attorney’s Office
Valerie Mogas
Judy Moses
Shauna G. Noonan
The Wortham Foundation, Inc.
$50,000-$99,999 - Bronze
EOG Resources, Inc.
NOV
The John M. O’Quinn Foundation
Kathy Sanders
The Vivian L. Smith Foundation
United Way of Mid & South Jefferson County
$25,000-$49,999Ambassador Bank of America
Chevron USA
Lynn L. and John Elsenhans
Jane K. Gasdaska
The Melbern G. and Susanne M. Glasscock Foundation
Hildebrand Fund
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo
Betsy Kamin
The Florence and William K. McGee, Jr. Family Foundation
The Robert R. and Kay M. Onstead Foundation
United Way Galveston
County Mainland
United Way of Beaumont and North Jefferson County
$10,000-$24,999 - Senior ABB
Julie and Richard Boushka
Harry E. Bovay Jr. Foundation
Michael G. Brown
The Dow Chemical Company
Gena Drawhorn
George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation
Harris County Hospital District Foundation
Helen Bell Charitable Trust
MeiPo Ho and the Vogt Family
H.H. and Edna Houseman Charitable Trust
Insperity Services LP
Harris and Eliza Kempner Fund
Candice E. Koederitz
Memorial Hermann
Anne E. Neeson
Fred and Mabel R. Parks Foundation
Port Houston
Michelle and Joseph Raab
Shell Energy Solutions
Strake Foundation
TDECU Cares Foundation
The Trull Foundation
Stephanie Tsuru
United Way of Greater Baytown Area & Chambers County
The Whalley Foundation
Cathy Wining-Thomas and Jim Thomas
$5,000-$9,999 - Cadette
Marilyn Archer
Baker Hughes
Anna Bayardo Charlton
Blank Rome LLP
Bristow Group Inc
Giovanna C. Carter
Mary Louise Dobson Foundation
Elaine Engel
ExxonMobil
Greater Horizons
Gulf Coast Medical Foundation
Alice Kleberg Reynolds Foundation
Ana and Will Kopf
Marquard & Bahls AG
Lindy Upton McGee and Thomas McGee
Cassandra McZeal
Stacy* and Dee Methvin
OCuSOFT Inc
OXY
Stephen M. Seay Foundation
Texas Children’s Hospital
The Community Foundation of Brazoria County
Sarah and Cliff Trend
Mamie McFaddin Ward
Heritage Foundation
Marguerite Woung-Chapman
Mary Zappone
$1,000-$4,999 - Junior
Craig B. Allen
Alliance Bernstein
American Academy of Dermatology Association
Ashdon Farms
Decie Autin
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Bank of Oklahoma
Bank of Texas
Roberto J. Bayardo
Theresa M. Benson
Jordan Bingham
BNY Mellon
BP Energy Company
Honorable Peter Brown
Justin Burney
Cadence Insurance
Rachael Cahan
Donna Carvalho
Magna R. Cayll
Connie Chavez
Ellen Chin
Chord Energy
Deborah L. Clark
Rhonda L. Cobb
James Collins
Kirsten A. Davenport
Tunis and Kevin Deal
Ann Deaton
Julie M. Deeter
Kim K. Denney
Heidi and David Doll
Morven S. Edwards
Connie and Dean Eicher
Meredith Beasley Eick
Enbridge Inc
Entergy Corporation
Richard Merrill and Thea Fabio
Samina Farid
James Forde
Fort Bend Junior Service League
Foundation for Southeast Texas
The Friedkin Group
Holly and David Gardner
Gensler Houston Principals
Mary Jo J. Godinich
Alice Taylor Gray Foundation
Martha Gurwit
Peggy D. Haney
Claudia W. Hayslip
Corrie B. Jenkins
Linda K. Jones
Sandy Judson
Sue Kean and Grady Walker
The Kroger Company
Boyd S. Lange
Law Offices of Jose R. Lopez II, PC
Kristin Lenoir
Diane Likeness
Margaret Lincoln
Lauren G. Lindsay
Magideh Marlowe
Angela Martin-Worthington
Cynthia K. McCall
McGuireWoods, LLP
Mary B. McIntire, Ph.D.
Melanie Mouzoon
Anika Muslawski
Nacogdoches Area United Way
Audrey Ogawa Johnson
Filiz Ozdogan
Dorothy and Malcolm Paterson
Teresa and Daniel Peneguy
Nancy Lee G. Peterson
Reliant, an NRG Company
Robin and Robert Rice
Melanie Rippentrop
Sally Anne Schmidt
Sewell Automotive Companies
Maggie Sheridan
Anita M. Shorosky
Nancy and Bud Simpson
Victoria Smith
Esther and Don Spencer
Stellar Bank
Kathy Tamer
Eboni Taylor Mallett
Texas Higher Education
Coordinating Board
Texas Parks and Wildlife
Pat and Ken Thompson
Troop 24330
Hilary Tyson
Tamika Tyson
United Way of Midland County
Silvia Urteaga
Amanda van Adrichem
Melody van Denzen
Louise A. Villejo
Mary and Mike Vitek
Genevieve Walls
Danielle Ward Western Midstream
$250-$999 - Brownie
Dorothy Ables AIG
Kanisha Aikin
Jennifer Alessio
Amegy Bank of Texas
Evelyn Angelle
Cristina Apollo
Gloria Ballin
Barbara and Bill Barnes
Marjorie Bell
Vincent Berend
Marj D. Bernhardt
Jigna Bhakta
Forrest Bjerkaas
Ana Blackmon
Anne V. Blount
Marsha Bourque
Bette Bowers
Mariam Boxwala
Matthew Briggs
Robin Brown
Nancy C. Bui
Kristen Burney
Kathy M. Burns
Stephanie Burritt
Allison Callender
CNOOC Petroleum North America ULC
Christina Cohen
Donna F. Cole
Toni Collins-Gosney
Karen Cooper
Brigitte A. Crofoot
Cy-Fair Women’s Club
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Karen K. Davidson
Amanda Dickinson
Rudy T. and M. Susanne
Dismuke Charitable Fund
Mary Dodson
Marianne Duffin
Lindsey Duhon
Patricia Ebeling
Erin Eckhart
Theresa Einhorn
Elevance Health
Kathy Elliott
Caroline Fant Charitable Fund
Laura Faulkenberry
Kelli Fereday
Nancy C. Flatt
Melissa Folz
Forney Construction
Andrea French
Lori Fussell
Joan and Steve Gilliland
Thera Guin
Melissa Hardy
Bill Hatfield
The HCA Foundation
Laurel V. Henderson
Janet M. Heppard
Elizabeth M. Hernandez
Teresa Hill
Carol A. Hodges
Georganne Hodges
Christine M. Hollinden
Evelyn Holm
Bonnie and John Homier
Infovine
Thomas I. Jackson
Valerie Jalufka
Anna Lee James
Mike Jankowski
Ann Janssen
Imelda G. Johnson
Christine Johnson
Jane Denton Jones
Joyce I. Kamla
Christine Kenworthy
Klein Trails Community
Tatum Klingbeil
Theodore Koinis
Jarvis Kolen
Kara Kott
Nancy B. Kral
Lara Kroll
Suzanne and David Krusleski
Sharon LaDay
Lantern Power
Rebekah Le
The Liang Family
Nancy J. Li-Tarim
Lone Star Trails Community
The Lubrizol Corporation
Marty Lundstrom
Peggy Macatangay
Matt Malinsky
Gill Mallon
Donna Marshall
Lucia Martinez
Patti L. Massaro
Tom Mays
Heather McConnell
Lona McManus
Janet McMasters
Katie and Mark Mehnert
April and Jason Moncrieff
Tricia Moody
Alison Moss
Yvonne Myles
Katherine Palmer
Sophia Papadopoulos
Sarrah Petersen
Linda W. Peterson
Elizabeth M. Phillips
Yeiny Pineda
Andy Ramzel
Randalls
Ruth Ritter
Mary Jane Robinson
Patricia Rodriguez
Linda B. Rosenberg
Linda M. Ross
Mary Ryder
The Schuppert Family
Aimée R. Sproles
Fiona Stephan
The Stewart Title Foundation, Inc.
Ellen Stickney
Christine Subervie
T & H Spa Corporation
Texas Instruments Foundation
Penny Thomas
Susan Thraen
Troop 8588
Susan Truscott
Trisha Tylman
United Way of Allegheny County
United Way of Brazoria County
United Way of Greater Atlanta
United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey
Seff Family Charitable Giving
Sempra Infrastructure
Nicole Shanklin
Autumn Shannon
Lori Sherman
Susan M. Shirley-Menzel
Tracy E. Simmons
Allen Simons
Nicole Singer
United Way Suncoast
UnitedHealth Foundation
Donald J. Victory
Lauren Waddell
Wells Fargo
David Kreidler and Kenneth Wiesehuegel Charitable Fund
Jennifer Wilhelm
Barbara Willhouse
Laurel Williams
Eileen K. Wilson
Tedd and Genevieve Winter
Family
Phoebe Wood
Sharon and Ezra Yacob
Richard Zembek
In-Kind Donors
Swire Energy Services
* Deceased
Juliette Gordon Low Society
For more than 100 years, Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council has inspired and enriched the lives of girls in our community. Preserving and building upon positive outcomes for future generations of girls is the mission of the Juliette Gordon Low Society, whose members have included GSSJC in their estate plans. We are proud to recognize those who have made a commitment to our legacy suite and invite others to join them as we build a sound future for GSSJC. Email Susan Thraen (sthraen@sjgs.org) for details.
Erin Abbey
Erik and Eva Andersen Girl Scout Movement-wide Challenge Planned Gift
Barbara S. and Bill Barnes
Dianne Belk and Lawrence Calder Girl Scout Movement-wide Challenge Planned Gift
Debra Benditz
Marjorie D. Bernhardt
Marilyn Biles
Donna F. Cole
Kay K. Craig
Ellen R. DeSanctis
Marlene M. Edwards*
Genevieve E. Erdbruegger
Thea M. Fabio
Emily P. George
Susanne M. Glasscock
Pilar Grantham Lam
Lori J. Hurta
Elizabeth and James K. Hutchison
Jean T. Janssen
Michelle Kirkland
Saundra N. Kuykendall
Lee Lieder
Cathy G. Mann
Kate W. and Ken Marx
Ida Pearl McDonald
Nancy McGuire
Mary B. McIntire, Ph.D.
Gina L. Murphy
Yvonne Myles
Marianna E. Olivarez
The Emerald Circle
Mary Jo Poindexter
Valerie Rickert
Anita L. Riddle
Melanie Rippentrop
Jayne and Paul Roberts
Mary K. Ryder
Kathryn Sanders
Nancy and Bud Simpson
Katherine M. Tamer
Jamie L. Vazquez
Carol G. Victory
Louise A. Villejo
Mary M. and Mike Vitek
Nancy R. Walker
Genevieve and John M. Walls
Pamela Wiggins
Cathy Wining-Thomas
Iska G. Wire
Girls who earn the Gold Award in Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council can apply for a scholarship from The Emerald Circle. The non-recurring scholarships range from $1,000 — $3,000 and are funded by members of The Emerald Circle, donations, and earnings from The Emerald Circle Gold Award Scholarship Endowment. Since 1992, The Emerald Circle has awarded more than $830,000 in scholarships. The Emerald Circle granted 24 scholarships totaling $30,000 during FY25. To join or give to the scholarship fund, email Katie Gordon at kgordon@sjgs.org.
Lifetime Members
Ranvae Baker
Anna Mae Beghini
Cora Ann Blytas
Elizabeth J. Bonner
Portia Cook
Kay K. Craig
Wendy R. Crawford
Ellen R. DeSanctis
Marlene M. Edwards*
Nancy C. Flatt
Susanne M. Glasscock
Doris E. Hill
Sandy A. Judson
JoAnne Knodel
Lina P. Lay
Jacqueline S. Martin
Angela Martin-Worthington
Kate Marx
Karen M. Matlock
Mary B. McIntire, Ph.D.
Helen M. Meistrich
Valerie Mogas
Theresa Price
Linda Reid
Marjorie J. Roberts
Louise Rugaard
Louise A. Shearer
Nancy and Bud Simpson
Carolyn Goble Smith
Marianita Paddock Snodgrass
Cheryl Thompson-Draper
Mary M. Vitek
Evelyn T. Vittone
Nancy R. Walker
Sara L. Walker
Joanne M. Williams
Cathy Wining-Thomas
Thank you for your generous gift to the Emerald Circle: Vincent Berend
Marj Bernhardt
Margaret Lincoln
Nancy Malinoski
Tom Mays
Linda M. Ross
Lisa Sawka * Deceased
Women’s Leadership Network
The Women’s Leadership Network (WLN) is designed to bring together driven, connected women and men who are passionate about empowering the next generation of female leaders through the premier leadership development program for girls — Girl Scouts. Donors at the $1,000+ personal giving level are automatically recognized as members of WLN.
Craig B. Allen
Marilyn G. Archer
Decie Autin
Roberto J. Bayardo
Anna Bayardo Charlton
Theresa M. Benson
Jordan Bingham
Julie and Richard Boushka
Michael G. Brown
Honorable Peter Brown
Justin Burney
Rachael Cahan
Giovanna C. Carter
Donna Carvalho
Magna R. Cayll
Connie Chavez
Ellen Chin
Debbie L. Clark
Rhonda L. Cobb
Kay K. Craig
Kirsten A. Davenport
Tunis and Kevin Deal
Ann Deaton
Julie M. Deeter
Kim K. Denney
Heidi and David Doll
Gena Drawhorn
Morven S. Edwards
Connie and Dean Eicher
Meredith Beasley Eick
Lynn L. and John Elsenhans
Elaine Engel
Richard Merrill and Thea Fabio
Samina Farid
James Forde
Holly and David Gardner
Jane K. Gasdaska
Mary Jo J. Godinich
Martha Gurwit
Peggy D. Haney
Claudia W. Hayslip
MeiPo Ho
Corrie B. Jenkins
Linda K. Jones
Elizabeth "Betsy" Kamin
Sue Kean and Grady Walker
Candice E. Koederitz
Ana and Will Kopf
Boyd S. Lange
Kristin Lenoir
Diane Likeness
Margaret Lincoln
Lauren G. Lindsay
Magideh Marlowe
Angela Martin-Worthington
Cynthia K. McCall
Lindy Upton McGee and Thomas McGee
Mary B. McIntire
Cassandra McZeal
Stacy* and Dee Methvin
Valerie Mogas
Judy Moses
Melanie Mouzoon
Anika Muslawski
Anne E. Neeson
Shauna G. Noonan
Audrey Ogawa Johnson
Filiz Ozdogan
Dorothy and Malcolm Paterson
Teresa and Daniel Peneguy
Nancy Lee G. Peterson
Michelle and Joseph Raab
Robin and Robert Rice
Melanie Rippentrop
Kathy Sanders
Sally Anne Schmidt
Maggie Sheridan
Anita M. Shorosky
Nancy and Bud Simpson
Victoria Smith
Esther and Don Spencer
Kathy Tamer
Eboni Taylor Mallett
Pat and Ken Thompson
Sarah and Cliff Trend
Stephanie Tsuru
Hilary Tyson
Tamika Tyson
Silvia Urteaga
Amanda van Adrichem
Melody van Denzen
Louise A. Villejo
Mary M. and Mike Vitek
Genevieve S. Walls
Danielle Ward
Cathy Wining-Thomas and Jim Thomas
Marguerite Woung-Chapman
Mary Zappone
Financial Overview
Product sales, including the Girl Scout Cookie Program (the premier entrepreneurship program for girls) is GSSJC’s largest revenue source, generating $12,672,000 in net revenue in addition to funds earned by troops of $3,096,000. GSSJC received generous gifts from individuals, foundations, corporations, and United Ways in excess of $6 million which includes $3.9 million in funding and pledges toward the CampHER capital campaign.
Endowment Funds Composition
Monies contributed to endowment funds are intended to ensure the future of Girl Scouting in our area over the next century. By making gifts to the endowment fund with direct cash gifts or through various charitable vehicles, including wills and charitable trusts, you are ensuring the legacy of Girl Scouts in San Jacinto Council.
Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Expenses
Eighty-six percent of total expenses are used for programs directly benefiting members of GSSJC. Management & General costs as a percentage of total expenses are 8% and fundraising expenses are at 6% of total expenses. In 2025, approximately $886,000 was spent on capital improvements to our camps and resource centers.
Girl Scouting Cost Per Girl
It costs $526 per girl (annually) to make Girl Scouting possible.
$116 $96 $91 $223
Provides council-wide programs and activities at all levels that enhance troop participation and allow girls the opportunity to build new skills. It also provides the opportunity for girls to participate in activities beyond the traditional troop setting.
Develops and imparts the very best training, materials, and curriculum for adult volunteers, ensuring the needs of each Girl Scout are met.
Maintains, updates and expands the use of all camp properties, resource centers, GSSJC headquarters, and the Program Place for Girls.
Supports membership development, including recruitment and registration of girls and volunteers, staff support to volunteers, and financial assistance available for all members.
Net Assets as of August 31, 2025
GSSJC’s goal is to maintain 6-12 months of assets available for general expenditures. Due to the timing of our operations, funds raised in one fiscal year are expended in the next. Our fiscal year begins on September 1 and ends on August 31. The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest source of revenue, and proceeds are generally received between February and May each year. Remaining proceeds at the time of GSSJC's fiscal year-end earned during the Cookie Program are reflected as undesignated net assets without donor restriction. Also, net assets for GSSJC reflect a large investment in land, buildings, and equipment, which are not available for general expenditures.
GSSJC is able to provide the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to thousands of girls across Southeast Texas thanks to the generosity of our donors, members, and volunteers.
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