Council Patch Programs

	BREAST CANCER AWARENESS This patch program teaches girls the importance of caring for themselves, including the early detection of breast cancer. Who: Bridging Juniors, Preteens and Teens Cost: $1.50 for the patch Note: Project packet (available for check-out) and patches are available in the Resource Center. Earn your patch by attending C.A.R.E.
	GIRLS JUST LUV 2 HAVE FUN Complete the game/worksheet with your troop to ensure a successful girl-centered memorable experience for you and your girls. Don't forget to download the directions. Who: All Girl Scouts Cost: $1.50 per patch NOTE: See the Resource Center for additional resources!
	PHILING GOOD Learn about the rewards of giving back. This program introduces girls to the benefits of philanthropy, the long history of philanthropy in Girl Scouting, women philanthropists and ways they can make a big difference in their community. Girls will conclude the program by putting their knowledge to the test and choosing a local organization or project where they can help make the world a better place. Who: All Girl Scouts NOTE: See the Resource Center for additional resources!
	TAJAR CORPS Help beautify and maintain our camp properties! Troops may earn the Tajar patch by participating in a council-sponsored service weekend or self-directed service projects. Who: All age levels When: Fall and spring seasons Where: Alice Chester Center, Site Manager: - Center-Leslie Cripe, (262) 642-7294; Silverbrook Program Center, Site Manager Lisa DeLaney, (262) 334-9685 Note: Contact the site manager to make arrangements. - Cost of patch is $1.50.
	UNDERSTANDING DIFFERENCES Understanding Differences is a workshop designed for Girl Scouts of all ages and adults. It includes hands-on activities, information about adaptive equipment and introduces the concepts of diversity, compassion and understanding. Who: All age levels When: Sessions can be scheduled Mon to Fri; 9a.m.-9p.m.; 1.5 to 2 hour program Where: Easter Seal Recreation Center Cost: $3.25 per girl, includes instructor's fees and patch. Notes: Reservations needed. Contact Understanding Differences Coordinator at 482-0133.
	WISCONSIN Find out what connection Juliette Low has with our state. Visit some of our historical sites. Discover our state and its history with fun, hands-on activities. We're not just cheeseheads! Program booklet is available in the Resource Center. Who: All age levels Cost: $1.75 per patch
	ZINK THE ZEBRA “Zink: The Myth, the Legend, the Zebra” and appropriate program and support materials. Compassion, respect and an appreciation for individual differences are taught through storytelling, discussion and other activities. Who: Daisy Girl Scouts and older Cost: $8.50 per girl, includes bean-bag zebra toy, bookmark and patch. Note: Troop materials available for checkout in the Resource Center. If your troop wishes to purchase a copy of the program, prices are as follows: Daisy Troop Package: $15 includes “Zink the Zebra: A Special Tale” animated video and program and support materials. Brownie and Junior Troop Package: $24 includes the storybook “Zink the Zebra: A Special Tale” and program and support materials. Preteen and Teen Package: $24 includes a copy of the play video “Zink: The Myth, the Legend, the Zebra” and program and support materials.
	ZINK GOES TO CAMP Take Zink to camp with you for the weekend. The activities are based upon the standard Zink the Zebra program, but have additional activities that make this a great fit for an outdoor setting. Leaders’ guide even includes “what to bring” list! Who: Daisy Girl Scouts and older Cost: $8.50 per girl, includes black and white bean zebra toy with sleeping bag, special Zink Goes to Camp patch. Troop program materials are available for checkout in the Resource Center.

GSUSA Patch Programs

Girl Scouting is a contemporary program for today's girls. A range of material resources dealing with current issues relevant to the social, emotional, and intellectual development of girls are available to troops through the Resource Center. Exciting booklets help girls explore topics relevant to their everyday lives. Each has age-level specific up-to-date information, an easy-to-read format, hands-on activities, tips for leaders and resource lists.

In the Zone: Living Drug-Free
Helps girls live positive, healthy and drug free lives.
Follow the Reader
This family-centered program for Daisy, Brownie and Junior Girl Scouts is completely bilingual, English and Spanish. It is based on the objectives of the White House literacy initiative and offers families the opportunity to read together.
Fun & Fit
This exciting new sports and fitness project is for Junior Girl Scouts. Girls can use the skills learned to play sports like tennis, softball, track and more.
Girl Scouts Against Smoking
Encourage your troop to participate in a fun, educational program designed by GSUSA to help prevent the start of smoking.
Girl Scouts: Strong Bones, Strong Girls
This program educates and encourages girls ages 9-12 to establish lifelong healthful habits.
Go Global
This patch program increases international awareness through engaging activities and stimulating information. Make Thinking Day last all year.
Let’s Get Movin’ Booklet: New Address…New Friends
Written to help children express their feelings about a move, become involved in the process and learn about their new city or country.
Staying Safe
These exciting resources are designed to help girls learn ways to better ensure their personal safety.

Religious Recognitions

The motivating force in Girl Scouting is a spiritual one. That is why Girl Scouts are encouraged to grow in the understanding of and appreciation for their own religious community. Religious recognition programs are always developed and administered by the religious groups themselves. If a religious community wishes to provide a pin, the recipient may wear it on her uniform, level with her membership pin. Because the Girl Scout organization recognizes that it has no authority to decide whether or not a girl has reached a certain stage of spiritual development, it does not grant permission to use the Girl Scout insignia and name on a religious recognition provided by any religious group or organization. The following is a listing of resources for religious awards available to Girl Scouts.

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