A Century of Impact Developing Today’s Girls into Tomorrow’s Leaders

2012 Annual Report 1940 Girl Scout councils of five boroughs 1980s consolidate, creating the Girl Scout Contemporary Issues series Council of Greater , Inc. focuses on personal safety, math and science Irving Berlin, writer of “God Bless America,” establishes God Bless 1991 America Fund, dedicating funds to Corporate Cookie special area Scouts in New York Connection program launched, 1913-2013 hailed as unique 2007 Start of Troops Support Troops program marketing model (later Operation Cookie), allowing for cookies people to purchase cookies for U.S. 1942-1945 servicewomen and servicemen 1913 During World War II, 1950s 1988 East Harlem Project becomes Reaching Out First Girl Scouts take care 1964 1992 2003 model program for national program troops formed of babies, releasing Language programs begin Girl Scouts of Greater Women with Wings membership outreach launched to help mothers for war to be offered at camp New York host first annual launched in collaboration girls deal with 2013 work; provide courier Women of Distinction with NASA to stimulate Girl Scouts of Greater In recognition of growing Spanish difficult issues 1918 service by foot and 1973 Breakfast; honors role interest in Science, Math, New York turns 100 membership, forms printed in Spanish including drug and National award bike; operate one of Launch of Take Stock in New York models of ethical and Aerospace recognizes Girl city’s biggest scrap alcohol abuse 1959 program at NY Stock Exchange leadership and one Scouts’ service 1930s salvage depots with Mayor Beame. extraordinary Formation of 1920 Council membership Irving Berlin projects for Diverse troops form as early in First citywide commercial This program mobilizes girls Girl Scout reaches 91,565 girls Girl Scouts Chorus WW I efforts 1920 in Manhattan cookie sale launched to improve the city.

1935 1945 1920s 1967 1984 1993 Girl Scouts help at polls when Girl Scout Federation Girl Scout 1952 1976 Daisy Girl Scout Girl Scouts work of New York raises Council st Science programming women win right to vote Awarded 1 prize in Register and Girl Scouts participate in program is adopted, 10,580 hours to 2009 1917 money through sale of Greater introduced as part of Girl Scout Leadership Advisory First troop for Vote competition sponsored by country’s bicentennial opening Girl Scouting to clean, plant, and 2002 of cookies; coins New York programming in NYC Board established girls with disabilities Membership grows – American Heritage Foundation celebration with exhibit girls ages 5 and up maintain parks Launch of programs phrase “Girl Scout receive begins at PS 75 troops open in at Twin Towers through the Project Bold Chinatown and Harlem Cookies” on boxes Red Cross 1960 Adopt-a-Park (violence prevention) in Leaders in Training program launched, 1989 2008 1939 citation in program and CentsAbility In-school Career teaching Senior Scouts how to lead troops Girl Scouts Scholars Juliette Low dies Girl Scouts of recognition College Prep (financial literacy) Exploration Program Greater New York of service to launched at 5 at-risk Council works with nearly 1,000 agencies Program launched host exhibit at Armed middle schools in providing help with various community projects World’s Fair in Forces 1990 1998 South Bronx Flushing, Queens Career mentoring Be Your Best 1947 program launched, program initiated, 2004 Launch of special bringing together girls and emphasizing health, From Badge to Business area program to women business leaders fitness, and nutrition program incorporated concentrate on providing in Scholars Program the Girl Scouts experience in underserved areas: Girl Scouts, Global Citizens East Harlem, East Brooklyn, program launched in South Central Bronx, partnership with United Lower East Side, Nations Development South Ozone Park Fund for Women

For a complete history, please visit www.GirlScoutsNYC.org/timeline Dear Girl Scout Family and Friends,

For a century, the Girl Scouts of Greater New York (GSGNY) have been an in- delible feature of the New York landscape, changing lives, shaping events and being at the threshold of historical moments that have transformed the city.

Success Starts Here We led the way in diversity, starting a troop for girls with disabilities in 1917 and opening troops to African Americans as early as 1920. We stood at the polls Girl Scouting was a central part of my as women voted for the first time. We developed the country’s largest girls’ childhood and influenced my personal business and entrepreneurship program, and we created an unprecedented and professional development. array of quality programs in the arts, sciences, college prep, and environment. These are just a handful of the examples of a remarkable record of leadership At Camp Kaufmann and other Girl Scout in not only serving the most populated city in America, but of also enabling girls opportunities, I came to appreciate to realize their fullest potential. the natural world, gained outdoor skills, and became confident sharing my In 2013, we celebrate 100 years of service to New York City, good deeds au- environmental knowledge with others. thored by thousands upon thousands of confident girls who give of their time, This led to an interest – and eventually a passion, and skills to address the most pressing needs in their communities. career - in environmental education. Their efforts have been nurtured and supported by thousands upon thou- sands of dedicated and tireless volunteers. My experiences as a Girl Scout of Greater New York taught me to value diversity and gave me the opportunity to interact with girls of Yet, even as we look back fondly, it is incumbent upon us to look ahead. different backgrounds in meaningful, sustained ways. Completing my Gold Award project was a particularly powerful experience. I started Girl Scouting in New York City is at a crossroads. We are looking forward to a and led a troop of Girl Scouts with physical and cognitive disabilities. time when we serve 10 percent of New York City’s girls, not just the 3.4 percent As a result, I became interested in working with people of all abilities, we serve today ….When GSGNY is the thought leader on girls’ issues…When something I have continued to do throughout my career. we achieve our vision of being the premier leadership development organiza- tion for girls, bar none. We have every confidence that we will get there and are Girl Scouting also provided the founda- looking forward to our journey. tion for many of my most strongly held beliefs -- service, environmental stew- Eleanor Roosevelt once said “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” In other words, to achieve something, you have to ardship, and responsible citizenship. believe you can achieve it. Not only do we believe in what the future holds for Girl Scouting in New York City, we have every intention to see it through so the Kendra Liddicoat next generation of girls in New York City will be every bit as remarkable as past Assistant Professor of Environmental Education, generations. University of Wisconsin -Stevens Point Future Woman of Distinction, 1995 Yours in Girl Scouting,

Rose Littlejohn, Board President Barbara Murphy-Warrington, CEO The Future Provide girls with To help girls continue to develop, we’ll use evidence-based research, our real-world experience. century of experience, and the rich resources of partners with deep ex- According to a recent study, 60% of girls pertise in areas critical to developing our girls to… think women can move up in a company, but rarely get to the top. Our business and entrepreneurship programs are designed to show girls that they can be successful busi- Give girls the skills to lead ness leaders. in the next century. Our Girl Scout Leadership Institute, to be Science, Technology, Engineering and launched in summer 2013 in partnership Math (STEM) represent key careers of the with Barnard College’s Athena Center for future. And, while research has found that Leadership Development, will give Senior 74% of girls are interested in STEM, only 13% and Ambassador Girl Scouts the chance say it is their first choice. to design, develop, market, and pitch their businesses to start-up leaders. Through our expanded programming, young girls will explore topics like the effects of pol- lution in their neighborhoods and experience careers like engineering through hands-on projects. Older girls will participate in pro- Girls’ top leadership fears include not wanting to grams with organizations, like the Deep Earth speak in public (45%) and being shy (43%). Our Academy and the New York Academy of programs are designed to help girls find their Sciences, to learn about the ocean sciences, voices and become self-advocates. conduct scientific experiments, and learn how science solves real-world problems.

Help girls develop confidence.

While 92% of girls believe anyone can acquire More than 50% of girls report being ambivalent about leadership, citing their lack leadership skills, only 21% believe they currently of confidence as a main obstacle. Our Personal Leadership Identity Development have the key qualities to be a good leader. programs will help girls of all ages build the confidence they need to succeed in fields such as business, the environment, the arts, and government.

Younger and older girls will build their confidence by practicing public speaking, in- terviewing, conflict resolution, and team building as part of the Volunteer-in-Train- ing and Program Aide programs, and the Camp Kaufmann Counselor-in-Training program.

90% of girls will be solely responsible for their household’s finances at some point. Our intensive financial literacy programs give girls the tools and understanding to manage financial matters. $ 2012 Stats & Facts 2012 Highlights Environmental Leadership and STEM Programs In 2012, we prepared 26,658 girls from every corner of the city to lead. Through our Environmental Leadership and STEM programs we’re preparing girls for Girls had the opportunity to join a troop, a 4- to 8-week series, a one-day the careers of the future and maintaining our roots in helping them create a better or multi-day event, or one of our year-round camp adventures. world. Our Environment Leadership programs start with Daisy Girl Scouts, teaching them to use resources wisely. Older girls learn about the world around them, the impor- % 22.9 tance of protecting and conserving water, the various forms of energy, and the sci- ence behind complex global food issues. 26,658 %

8.7 Our – delivered at our NYC Girl Scouts % Camp programs 25.7 beautiful Camp Kaufmann in – help girls build confidence and de- an increase of velop life-long friendships while exploring 24.0% the outdoors through day, weekend, sum- % mer, and sleep-away programs. 6.8 18.9% since 2011 girls and adults participated 3,762 in our Environmental Not Reported Leadership programs. 2,819 10% White 10,607 40%

Other/Multi 3,082 11%

Am. Ind./Alaskan Our STEM (Science, Technology, Engineer- 115 >1% ing, and Math) programs give girls a hands-on Asian/Pacific Is. opportunity to learn about new and emerging 1,270 5% fields in science and technology. From digi- tal arts programs, including entertainment technology and website design, to science programs that teach girls about forensics and Black 8,765 33% chemical reactions, we develop girls’ interests in a wide range of 21st-century careers.

† Those of Hispanic ethicity are included in the above racial categories. 7,110 27%

of girls come from girls participated in 2/3 low-income families. 2,572 STEM programs. Business & Entrepreneurship Programs Leadership Development Programs

Our multi-million dollar From discovering their own Cookie Program contin- brand, to learning about girl de- ues to be the best busi- velopment and group dynam- ness and entrepreneurship ics, to mentoring younger girls, training for girls – teaching our well-rounded, real-life lead- them essentials skills and ership programs provide Ca- giving them the opportunity dette, Senior and Ambassador to practice them. But our Girl Scouts with opportunities programming also prepares to uncover their personal lead- girls to be financial stew- ership identities. ards of their futures. Our programs help girls develop At every age, Girl Scouts develop financial literacy skills - from counting change to their voice and gain confidence creating a budget, saving for college, and establishing good credit. in other ways. Whether they are 5- or 17-years-old, we help girls tell their story, have their voice heard, and be confident about boxes of cookies the way they look and feel. were sold in 2012, 1,226,006 up 13% from 2011. girls received the prestigious Gold Award, the highest honor in Girl Scouting, which 68 requires over 80 hours of working on an Career Exploration Program approved community service project.

The Career Exploration program broadens the career horizons of disadvantaged girls in select South Bronx middle schools. The three-year, in- Community Service school program builds on the schools capacity and provides enhanced academic programming for girls. Helping people and making the world a better place are at the very heart of the Girl Scouting tradition - a part of our Promise, our Law, and our programs. The program outcomes include: • Improved attendance and academic per- Throughout the year, girls of all ages spearhead community service efforts across formance New York City – be it serving food in a soup kitchen, teaching younger children • Increased self-esteem about environmental stewardship or healthy life choices, cleaning up a park, run- • Awareness of healthy lifestyle choices ning clothes drives, and much more.

girls participated in the Career hours of community service 1,560 Exploration Program. 63,165 performed by Girl Scouts. Volunteerism Supporters

Volunteers serve as $250,000 + $10,000 - $14,999 Nina E. McLemore Morgan Stanley the backbone of the Bank of America Alpha Technologies USA, Inc. Atos Melissa and Chappy Morris Girl Scouts. Without Avon Products, Inc. Barbara Murphy-Warrington them, it’s safe to say $200,000 - $249,999 Maria Bartiromo Nevins Consulting New York Life Foundation there would be no Girl Coach Foundation Nina McLemore, Inc. Adam Ortiz Scouts and we are im- Consolidated Edison Company $150,000 - $199,999 of NY, Inc. Janet Nettleton Otto mensely grateful for The New York Community Trust Deutsche Bank Private Wealth The Patrina Foundation their tireless leader- Management Pyro-Spectaculars ship and inspiration. Carmen Dubroc and Lewis I. Haber Rainbow Shops $75,000 - $149,999 EILEEN FISHER Marie T. Raperto Many of our volun- The Peter and Carmen Lucia Buck Kelly and Todd Guenther Toni Riccardi Foundation, Inc. teers were Girl Scouts, Interpublic Group Barbara Roth Girl Scouts of the USA others simply find it a JPMorgan Private Bank Jill and John Scibilia God Bless America Fund Betty Wold Johnson Betty and James K. Stone rewarding experience. Robert Wood Johnson 1962 Foundation $50,000 - $74,999 Charitable Trust Cheryl L. Swiatkowski The Guardian Life Insurance Sandra Lee John and Karen Thiel Company of America Sherry A. Matays United Way of New York City The Howard Phipps Foundation Mayor’s Fund to Advance Vicom Infinity Inc. Christine and Stephen A. New York City Suzanne Yadav Schwarzman McGraw-Hill Inc. adult volunteers, MetLife $2,500 - $4,999 up 9.4% from 2011. $25,000 - $49,999 Alyssa Moeder The Achelis Foundation 9,258 New Amsterdam Partners, LLC Jessica Bibliowicz AIG New York Yankees Foundation NBA/WNBA The John N. Blackman, Sr. Melissa Rice Robert Ouimette Foundation Regina Kulik Scully PwC The Bloom Foundation TJX Companies, Inc. Thomson Reuters Lynda Davey Towers Watson Trish McEvoy EisnerAmper LLP Virtusa Corporation Susan E. Engel Forest Hills Financial Group $15,000 - $24,999 Franklin Templeton Advisors Anonymous $5,000 - $9,999 Best Buy Children’s Foundation Heide L. Gardner Donna J. Blank “Having been an Adult Volunteer Alcoa Foundation Edward J. Ginty BNY Mellon ANN INC Françoise Girard for 50 years and on the Board for Kathy and Al Brand Bloomberg Suzanne Gluck and 48 of those years after starting as a Brooklyn Community Foundation The Children’s Place Thomas E. Dyja Gwenn L. Carr Brownie, I have had a kalaidoscopic Computer Science Corporation Rob and Mary Henrikson Colgate-Palmolive Company view of what Girl Scouting has been Barbara J. Cooperman JPMorgan Chase & Co. Digitas Cleveland H. Dodge Jennifer M. Lee and is today: always reaching out The Hyde and Watson Foundation Foundation, Inc. Legg Mason Investment Counsel into the world, learning in vibrant Catherine Keating EMC Corporation Jacki and Neal Nemerov Fernanda M. Kellogg and ways, and enabling support systems Feed Foundation Matthew Scanlan Kirk Henckels all around us. The best in Girl Scout- Jill and Michael Franco Larry Statsky Macy’s Gensler Patricia and Rockwell Stensrud ing never leaves us - and it’s our McKinsey & Company Goldman, Sachs & Co. Swiss Re families, friends, and neighborhoods Deanna and Stephen Mulligan Jocelyn and Ken Grahame Patrice Tanaka Susan and Peter Nitze that benefit.” Jim Gundell Barbara and Donald Tober Mary and Howard Phipps Helen Gurrera Robert Waldele The Reeves Foundation, Inc. Herman Miller, Inc Sheri Wilson-Gray Beatrice Renfield Foundation Hewlett-Packard Company Paula H. Zirinsky Mary S. Phipps Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher President Emerita, Edina Jennison & Flom LLP Girl Scouts of Greater New York Kaplow Communications, Inc. William E. Simon Foundation Rose and Robert Littlejohn The Thompson Family Foundation Mr. and Mrs. C. James Looke Susan Vobejda Melissa McClenaghan Martin Wells Fargo Bank $1,000 - $2,499 Winston Fisher Rocco Papandrea Stephanie Abramson Frances and Francis Fraenkel William A. Pierce Juliette Low Society Ifeoma Okoronkwo Girl Scout Troop 3059 Ranjini Pillay The Juliette Low Society recognizes loyal supporters Aitkenhead, M.D. Girl Scout Troop 3157 Rosalind B. Resnick who have named the Girl Scouts of Greater New York in their estate plans. Jonathan Harris Ridgewood Savings Bank The Loreen Arbus Foundation *This list does not include members who wish to remain anonymous. †Deceased Julia Bates Stephanie Herdrich Robert & Ann Newburger Willa Baynard Carl F. Hicks Foundation, Inc. Sarah Page Bareau Gliced Irizarry Mary S. Phipps Philip Beekman David Hunt David Rockefeller Valerie Bell Edina Jennison Stacey Pilson Theresa Behrendt Iconix Brand Group Richard R. Salvino Kim Bourne Jennifer Jimenez Marie Raperto Kimberly S. Blanchard Sharon Jacob Mr. and Mrs. Robert Eunice Bownes† Sandy Kazinski Jessica Rodulfo Bloomingdale’s Meredith B. Jenkins Scarborough, III Evelyn “Teddy” Brodek† Rose M. Littlejohn Shayla Scarlett Booz & Company Jones Lang LaSalle Dorothy J. Schneider Charmaine Chung Kate W. Maitland Jill M. Scibilia Elizabeth Brill Farida Khan SCOPE Jennifer Chung Franz Martin John J. Scibilia Elizabeth Q. Brooks Thomas Keegan Jean and Martin Shafiroff Liz Cianfrone Dawn McEvoy Patricia Stensrud Loretta Cangialosi Lucille Khornak Janet and Tom Sorell Elizabeth Jane Dennis Mary Jane Meconi Jacqueline A. Sturgess Casey, Quirk & Associates LLC Jayme N. Koszyn Betty Spence, PhD Jane Dennis Barbara Medina Cheryl L. Swiatkowski Edith Cassidy Amy Kule Cornelia Spring Carmen Dubroc Alyssa Moeder Dolores Swirin CBIZ MHM, LLC Kwittken & Company Joseph and Diane Steinberg Merle France Norma Munves† Henrietta Swirin Jennifer Chung Locke Lord LLP Swarovski Philomene Gates† Gillian Murray Patrice A. Tanaka Mary and Robert Cohen Robert Maltempo Ted Childs LLC Chelsea Gomez Susan Nitze Susana Torres Eileen P. Costigan The Marshall Goldsmith Group Temin and Company, Inc. Zoila Gomez Dawn M. Nolan Tanya Velez CRT/tanaka Matthew J. Matule Bradley Thomas Lewis I. Haber Janet Nettleton Otto Harry Weisfeld Stephen C. Curley Staci S. McLaughlin Angela E. Thompson Paula Hart Robert Ouimette Shelia Weisfeld† Catherine Cusack Kimberly McLeod US Bank Juliee Hughson Sylvia C. Pace-Diaz Laura Whitman Dark Bridge Capital, LLC Milliman Monica and Andrew Vogelstein Margarita Perusquia Elizabeth B. Dater Mario and Dominic Monaco J. Fred Weintz Dr. E. Lawrence Deckinger National Football League Byron and Anita Wien Family Foundation, Inc. Heidi Nitze Elizabeth Wood Government Support Scott Dolfi Alicia Nussdorf Lisa Yarnell R. B. Evans Claudio Ochoa Joan & Mark Zimmett City Council Member Christine C. Quinn City Council Member Daniel J. Halloran Mary B. Farrell Carl Palash City Council Member Jessica S. Lappin City Council Member James S. Oddo City Council Member Robert Jackson City Council Member Vincent Ignizio For a complete list of our supporters, please visit our website at www.girlscoutsnyc.org/support. Thank you! City Council Member Inez E. Dickens City Council Member Peter Koo City Council Member Annabel Palma Gifts In-Kind Gifts received from 10/1/2011 - 9/30/2012 16 Handles Jennifer Lee Photography Melissa Rice Arbeitman Family Kristin Karabees Peter Riguardi Bellamy Blue Photography Fernanda M. Kellogg and Barbara Roth Bleu Sur Bleu Hair Salon Kirk Henckels Royal Family Productions, Inc. Butterfly Bake Shop Lucille Khornak Rpr Marketing Communications Central Park Tennis Center Corina Larkin Renee and Patrick Ryan Joyce Chang Lenox Hill Florist Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jennifer Chung Long Island Board of Realtors, Inc Scarborough, III Susan Ciminelli Laura Love SFoglia Restaurant Classic Kids Photography Make Meaning Staples Corey Uniform Mandarin Oriental Hotel Jacinta Stowart Creekside Books & Coffee, Inc. Mario Badesco Skincare Arbinder Sud Lynda Davey Kimberly McLeod Sandra Suk Diane von Furstenberg Studio LP Michael’s Restaurant Sutton East Tennis Club Duane Reade Alyssa Moeder Swarovski Lalitha Dunbar Vikas Mohindra Linda Tan Dyer Cards Monograms off Madison The Late Show with Equinox Fitness Club Mount Vernon Hotel Museum David Letterman Winston Fisher & Garden The National Society of Colonial Ann Marie Flynn Barbara Murphy-Warrington Dames in the State of NY Gaga Center Gillian L. Murray The Peninsula New York Girl Scout Troop 3031 Judith S. Myers The Ritz-Carlton New York, Girl Scout Troop 3157 Susan and Peter Nitze Central Park Girl Scout Troop 3444 Norma’s Restaurant The St. Regis New York Mary Ann V. Hellenbrecht Deborah Norville Lily J. Toney Honors Bridge Center Robert Ouimette Trish McEvoy Beauty HONORA photoOp William Tyree Alexa Irish Marie T. Raperto Suzanne Yadav Financial Overview Statement of Financial Activity Statement of Financial Position Income Public Support and Revenue Fiscal Year 2012 Fiscal Year 2011 Assets Fiscal Year 2012 Fiscal Year 2011 Foundations & Government Grants $680,795 10% $858,052 16% Cash and Cash Equivalents $214,095 $161,312 Special Events (net expenses) 1,070,560 16% 1,056,229 20% Investments 5,012,085 4,504,698 Individuals 280,392 4% 308,536 6% Contributions Receivable, Net 205,662 408,993 Legacies & Bequests 22,648 -- 19,709 -- Government Grants & Accounts Receivable 54,606 97,435 United Way 6,143 -- 5,165 -- Prepaid Expenses and Other Assets 140,727 225,488 Donated Goods & Services 26,658 -- 14,877 -- Insurance Recovery Receivable -- -- Total Public Support and Revenue $2,087,196 30% $2,262,568 42% Inventory 5,450 14,469 Deferred Rent Receivable 98,687 118,642 Product Sales (net expenses) $2,799,583 44% $2,480,216 46% Beneficial Interest in Perpetual Trusts 381,696 347,695 Program Fees 446,751 7% 391,199 7% Fixed Assets 748,734 881,549 Investment Return 839,040 13% (113,117) -2% Total Assets $6,861,742 $6,760,281 Other Income 404,672 6% 358,355 7% Total Income $6,577,242 100% $5,379,221 100% Liabilities and Net Assets Cash Overdraft $- $- Expenses Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses 250,950 385,115 Membership Services $1,510,685 24% $1,571,379 26% Deferred Revenue 190,051 385,115 Girl Program Services 2,019,768 32% 1,634,756 27% Deferred Rent Payable 174,848 228,471 Camp Operations 939,430 14% 867,259 15% Annuities Payable 10,402 11,074 Adult Education 472,655 7% 521,406 9% Total Liabilities $626,251 $716,726 Public Information 247,330 4% 152,570 3% Total Program Services $5,189,868 81% $4,747,370 80% Net Assets Unrestricted $5,698,053 $5,194,978 Fund Development $517,940 8% $457,064 8% Temporarily Restricted 144,742 495,882 General Administration 677,498 11% 696,211 12% Permanently Restricted 392,696 352,695 Total Supporting Services $1,195,438 19% $1,153,275 20% Total Net Assets $6,235,491 $6,043,555 Total Expenses $6,385,306 100% $5,900,645 100% Total Liabilities and Net Assets $6,861,742 $6,760,281

Note: figures derived from the Council’s audited financial statement for the fiscal year 2012. Income Expenses Investment Portfolio Policy Statement: The Council invests its portfolio to grow the principal value of the assets with a moderate level of risk over the long Individuals Fund Development term in excess of inflation, all distributions, and a passive set of market indices in consideration of cash flows, time horizon and overall risk tolerance. Our 4% 8% Other Income investments are invested in accordance with sound investment practices that emphasize prudent asset allocation. 6% Administration Program Fees 11% 7% 10¢ Foundations & ¢ Government Grants Cookies & 5 10% Product Sales % of every dollar funds Girl Scouting ¢ 44 25 ¢ programs and activities ¢ Investment Return 25 1¢ 13% 81 Program Services ¢ ¢ 81% 10 5 Special Events 16% 2011-2012 Board of Directors

Chair The Girl Scout Promise Patricia Stensrud On my honor, I will try: to serve God and my country, President to help people at all times, Rose M. Littlejohn and to live by the Girl Scout Law.

VICE-PresidentS Patrice A. Tanaka The Girl Scout Law Robert Ouimette I will do my best to be Alyssa Moeder honest and fair, Susan Nitze friendly and helpful, Carmen Dubroc considerate and caring, Sheri Wilson-Gray courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, TREASURER and to Marie Raperto respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, SECRETARY make the world a better place, and Cheryl L. Swiatkowski be a sister to every Girl Scout. ASSISTANT SECRETARY Barbara Roth Our Mission Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, BOARD MEMBERS confidence and character, Sharon Baker-Parks who make the world a better place. Maria Bartiromo The Girl Scouts has had staying power for the past century because we Christine Battaglia changed with the times. We were constantly asking ourselves ‘how can we Donna J. Blank better serve girls?’ Barbara Cooperman Lynda Davey Heide L. Gardner We evolved – becoming more contemporary, more effective, and more Jocelyn Grahame responsive to girls’ wants and needs. And we did it while keeping our Jim Gundell mission, vision, and values – the very soul of the organization – aligned Helen Gurrera Catherine Keating with our Promise and Laws. Fernanda Kellogg Amy Kule And as a result, any girl who opened her own Girl Scout handbook could Jennifer Lee find herself in it and know that she was part of a great Movement, a Kate Maitland Melissa McClenaghan Martin sisterhood that was helping her realize her own highest potential. Sherry Matays Leslie Mays Trish McEvoy 100TH ANNIVERSARY HONORARY COMMITTEE Nina McLemore Janet Nettleton Otto These extraordinary individuals have helped facilitate the advancement and Frances Hesselbein Toni Riccardi stature of women’s leadership, all lending their names and expertise in honor of Founder, President, and CEO of the Frances Hesselbein Leadership Institute Melissa Rice this milestone in Girl Scouting history. and former CEO of the Girl Scouts of the USA (1976-1990). Betty Spence, PhD Susan Vobejda Patricia Stensrud, Chair Paula H. Zirinsky Senator Kirsten Gillibrand Debora L. Spar Frances Hesselbein Gloria Steinem CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney Marie C. Wilson Barbara Murphy-Warrington Senator Charles Schumer Girl Scouts of Greater New York l 43 West 23rd Street, 6th Floor l New York, NY 10010 212.645.4000 l www.GirlScoutsNYC.org