As we prepare for the cookies, we’ll be highlighting one of the 5 Skills each month leading up to the 2026 Cookie Program. This month’s focus: Money Management!
Money management isn’t just about counting change at a Cookie Booth (though that’s part of it!). It’s about learning how to budget, plan, save, and make decisions with money.
Through Girl Scout programs, many girls experience financial literacy for the first time and they learn what it takes to earn, save, and spend wisely. Whether funding a camping trip, a service project, or a new badge, Girl Scouts see their hard work rewarded with experiences they’ve truly earned.
Lessons That Last a Lifetime
The skills girls learn through managing cookie money extend far beyond cookie season.
By building financial independence, these lessons help Girl Scouts recognize that understanding money is a powerful step toward future success.
How Adults Can Support
Caregivers and volunteers play a crucial role in guiding Girl Scouts as they learn money management. Here’s how you can help:
- Talking about saving, spending, and giving back.
- Encourage your Girl Scout to take an active role in managing and budgeting her troop’s funds.
- Help them set realistic sales and financial goals.
- Celebrate their progress!