Girl Scouts get ready, Cookie Booths start February 7, 2025!
Any adults participating in booth sales must complete the online Adult Booth Sale training and quiz, even for parent/ caregiver and daughter booth sales.
Follow the link below to take your training today! Remember, Girl Scouts run their Cookie business, adults supervise!
2/3/25 Update: For Troop Cookie Coordinators and Service Unit Cookie Managers: Adult Booth Training Reports will be posted every day starting February 3, 2025. After February 10, 2025 the report will be posted Monday and Thursday. These Reports can be found on the Volunteer Resources page.
Get ready to support your Girl Scout in the 2025 Cookie Program! Learn more about your role as the Caregiver to a Cookie Entrepreneur by completing this short training. Click Here for Cookie Caregiver Training in English.
🍪 Girl Scout Cookie lovers unite! The future is sweet—and it’s in your hands! 👐 Every Girl Scout Cookie purchase helps local troops unbox their futures. 💚
📅 In-hand cookie sales start TODAY! Order your favorites through a local Girl Scout.
Selling cookies in the rain can be a bit challenging, but it’s also a great opportunity to show your determination and creativity! Here are some tips for Girl Scouts to stay positive and sell cookies even when the weather isn’t cooperating:
1. Dress for Success! Tip: Wear waterproof gear like rain jackets, ponchos, and rain boots. Don’t forget an umbrella to keep you dry and to make your booth feel cozy and welcoming! Why: Staying comfortable will help you feel more confident and keep you focused on your sales.
2. Use Social Media to Spread the Word Tip: Post on social media to let people know where you’ll be selling in the rain. You can also promote how fun it is to support Girl Scouts in any weather! “Rain or shine! It’s Cookie Time!” Why: Social media is a great way to reach people who might not want to go out in the rain but would be happy to order online or visit your booth if they know where to find you.
3. Keep Your Cookies Protected Tip: Store the cookies in waterproof bins or containers and cover them with plastic tarps or tablecloths if you’re outside. Why: You don’t want to risk your cookies getting soggy or damaged! Keeping them dry ensures they stay in perfect condition for your customers.
4. Always Bring an Adult Helper, and maybe a Girl Scout buddy Tip: If you’re out in the rain, it’s always a good idea to bring a buddy to help out! A parent or friend can hold the umbrella, set up the booth, or keep you company. Why: Having extra hands will make the experience more fun, and you can take turns selling to make sure you stay fresh and energized!
5. Be Enthusiastic and Show Your Determination Tip: Stay positive and enthusiastic—even if the weather isn’t great. Smile and tell potential customers how excited you are to offer them delicious cookies, rain or shine! Why: Your positive energy will be contagious, and customers will appreciate your hard work and dedication, especially in the rain.
6. Use Rain as a Fun Selling Point Tip: Embrace the rain and have fun with it! Create a fun slogan like “Don’t let the rain stop you from getting your favorite cookies!” or “Sweet treats to brighten up a rainy day!” Why: Turning the rain into a selling point can make people smile and want to support you even more!
7. Stay Safe Tip: Always be mindful of slippery surfaces, and make sure your booth is set up safely. If the weather gets too severe, don’t hesitate to pack up early and come back another day. Why: Safety is the top priority! Be sure to check the forecast and stay aware of any storm warnings.
With these tips, you’ll be able to keep selling cookies confidently even on rainy days. Plus, your perseverance will definitely impress customers and help you reach your cookie-selling goals!
What is Mega Delivery? Mega Delivery is THE Cookie delivery for many Troops. If your Service Unit is a part of the Mega Delivery on Saturday, January 25, 2025, participating Troops that placed an Initial Cookie Order will go to Mega Delivery to pick up their orders. Not sure if your Troop is participating in Mega? Please reach out to your Service Unit Cookie Manager or Service Unit Cookie Distributor.
What does your Troop Need to know about Mega? Let’s go through 4 key reminders to prepare your Troop for a successful Mega Delivery.
#1 ALL Troops attending Mega need to recruit up to 2-3 helpers and a designated driver. Your helpers will include counters and loaders. Counters will confirm the cookie order is accurate and loaders will help get your cookie cases safely organized into your vehicle(s). Loaders and Counters do not need to be registered members. Drivers participating in Mega Delivery must be a registered and background screened adult. Your driver must be behind the wheel as soon as you enter the lot. For everyone’s safety, your driver must stay behind the wheel at all times during the pickup. Please note that Council will not have extra counters and loaders at the Mega Delivery.
#2 What do Troops need to take to Mega? Troops should arrive promptly to their chosen pickup time. Troops will need to bring a Troop Dashboard Sign and each Troop helper vehicle will need to bring a Troop Helper Dashboard Sign. The Dashboard Signs must be displayed on the drivers front window with the SU and Troop number written in sharpie or a bold marker. Don’t forget your helpers! Of course we want to remind you to bring your counters and loaders!
#3 How many Cookies can fit in my car? All Troop Cookie Orders will vary and depending on the size of the order you may need multiple cars. Did you know Troops can bring two vehicles or a U-Haul? We have a great guide to help you determine how many Cookie Cases fit in your vehicle. CLICK HERE to review the guide.
#4 What is my Troop’s Initial Order? We encourage Troops to bring a copy of the Delivery Station Appointment Summary Report. This Report can be obtained from ABC Smart Cookies. The report will list your Troops Initial Order by the case along with your Troops Mega Delivery pickup time. Remember: Your Troop is financially responsible for their Cookie Order. Picking up your Initial Order is not optional.
We have more great information to help you during the Mega Delivery. Please Check out the 2024 Mega Delivery Resources:
The Cookie Program has begun with Girl Scouts taking Cookie pre-orders online and in person with order cards and door to door.
To learn more on timely Cookie Program Topics Troop Cookie Coordinators (TCC) can join Council Staff for virtual Cookie Chats via Zoom. Cookie Chats are an open forum for TCCs to ask questions on specific Cookie Chat subjects.
Click the links below to register for these upcoming TCC Cookie Chats!
The 2025 Cookie Program is starting soon and Girl Scouts will be planning on participating in the Mystery House Activity. The Mystery House activity is a fun way to encourage Girl Scouts to go door-to-door during the Cookie Program.
If you would like to participate by being a Mystery House Host, please click the button below to submit your form.
We hope all of you had a wonderful, joyous and safe holiday season.
Welcome to the 2025 Cookie Program! Here you will find important details and quick links to get you started for the upcoming cookie season.
Digital Cookie – Launch emails begin Jan. 9
Digital Cookie is the business center for our Girl Scout Cookie Bosses! Girl Scouts are encouraged to update their online Digital Cookie account in preparation for online selling to begin on Tuesday, January 14th. Girls can set goals, upload and share videos with their customers, take and track customer cookie orders, view recognitions and achievements, and much more. Have your Girl Scout prepare her online Digital Cookie account today! See more tips for getting started in Digital Cookie in the Family Guide or with the Tip Sheets on http://gscookiesetc.org/cookies/
Cookie Program Begins Jan. 14
The first day of the Cookie Program is Tuesday, January 14th. This is when pre-orders begin with order cards, door to door, and online order taking. Remember, cookie deliveries and in-hand sales will begin on January 26th.
Ask A Cookie Boss:
Senior from Troop 6046, Kayla T shared:
“I learned that to be a successful Girl Scout seller, I needed to ask for the sale with charisma. Throughout this season I developed a set of cookie-selling guidelines for myself to appeal to customers. Some of these guidelines include warmly greeting customers while maintaining eye contact with a genuine smile, gracefully handling rejections with cookie share and donation options, informing non-cash prospects about other payment options, and strategically upselling specific flavors to move certain cookies that I have more inventory of. Two golden rules really helped with my cookie selling. The first golden rule was to be polite no matter if a sale was made. The second golden rule was to practice exceptional customer service.”
Want to be featured in an upcoming week?Share your advice with us! We want to hear from you about your ideas, sales techniques, and expertise in the Cookie Program.
UPDATE: The previous technical errors below have been resolved.
We are aware of the technical challenges volunteers are experiencing with the online New Troop Cookie Coordinator training. Our team is actively collaborating with GSUSA to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
In the meantime, it’s not too late to sign up for one of the in-person or virtual Troop Cookie Coordinator training sessions listed below. Registration can be found on the Council’s calendar.
Volunteers who have completed the online Experienced Troop Cookie Coordinator training and passed the knowledge check have fulfilled their training requirements.
Additionally, online training resources for both new and experienced Troop Cookie Coordinators will remain accessible on gsLearn throughout the cookie program for reference and support.
We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to address this matter.
We want to express our gratitude to all of the incredible Girl Scouts, families, and volunteers who make our council so special!
Girl Scouts, your courage, kindness, and achievements inspire us every day. Too all Volunteers, your time and leadership create opportunities for Girl Scouts to grow and succeed. And to the families, your support helps make everything possible. Together, you all play an important role in helping Girl Scouts thrive!
Thank you for everything you do, we look forward to the exciting adventures the new year will bring. Wishing you all a joyful and happy holiday season. Thank you for being such an important part of our Girl Scout community!
GSOC Council Offices, Properties, and Shop will be closed from Thursday, December 19th, 2024, through January 5th, 2025. The Council Offices will resume regular operations on Monday January 6th, 2025. The Shop will re-open on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025.
2025 is almost here, and that means the Cookie Program is right around the corner! Are you ready?
Register for the Cookie Kickoff – January 12 Come and join hundreds of sister Girl Scouts at a cookie rally to kickoff a great cookie season! Learn about the Girl Scout Cookie Program; discover new and proven cookie selling techniques, stock up on cookie supplies at the Girl Scout shop, and more! The Cookie Kickoff is for everyone: Juliettes, troops, leaders, families, parent/girl teams, and volunteers. Click here to register today!
Cookie Program Support During the Holidays There are many resources on this site to answer your Cookie Program questions, click here to see all the Cookie Program resources we have to offer. The Family Guide has all the information you need as a Girl Scout family. For Troops, the Troop Plan Book will include steps that will help you throughout the Cookie Program. Troops can also reach out to their Service Unit Cookie Manager for assistance during our holiday break. Council staff will return on Monday, January 6, 2025.
UpcomingOffice and Shop Closures for Winter Break GSOC Council Offices, Properties, and Shop will be closed from Thursday, December 19th, 2024, through January 5th, 2025. The Council Offices will resume regular operations on Monday January 6th, 2025. The Shop will re-open on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025.
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