59 Girl Scouts in Suffolk County Achieve Prestigious Gold Award
59 Suffolk Girl Scouts Earn Gold Award, Organization’s Highest Honor

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Fifty-nine Girl Scouts from Suffolk County, New York, received the Gold Award, the highest honor in Girl Scouting, during a ceremony on May 28. The award recognizes their leadership in creating impactful community service projects, demonstrating their commitment to making a difference.
- 01The Gold Award is the highest honor awarded to Girl Scouts in grades 9-12 for leadership and community service.
- 02Recipients must complete at least 80 hours on a sustainable project that addresses real-world challenges.
- 0396% of Gold Award recipients report a continued commitment to service and volunteering.
- 04The Gold Award enhances college admissions prospects and eligibility for scholarships.
- 05Girl Scouts of Suffolk County has over 15,000 members and has been serving girls since 1968.
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On May 28, fifty-nine Girl Scouts from Suffolk County, New York, were honored at the annual Gold Award Dinner & Ceremony held at Stonebridge Country Club in Smithtown. The Gold Award represents the highest achievement in Girl Scouting, awarded to girls in grades 9 through 12 who demonstrate exceptional leadership through community service projects. To qualify, each Girl Scout must complete at least 80 hours on a project that creates measurable and sustainable change. Tammy Severino, president and CEO of Girl Scouts of Suffolk County, emphasized the importance of these projects in fostering leadership skills and civic responsibility among young women. The Gold Award experience not only inspires a commitment to ongoing service but also enhances the recipients' college applications and scholarship opportunities. Girl Scouts of Suffolk County, established in 1968, serves as one of the largest youth-serving agencies in the area, with over 15,000 members actively engaged in community improvement.
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The Gold Award projects lead to positive changes in local communities across Suffolk County.
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