A cultural observance on March 12 celebrating the founding of Girl Scouts of the USA and the organization's mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character through leadership and service.
Last updated February 26, 2026 · by the
Holiday Calendar Team
National Girl Scout Day on March 12 commemorates the date in 1912 when Juliette Gordon Low founded Girl Scouts of the USA by organizing and registering the first troop of 18 girls in Savannah, Georgia. The day became the official Girl Scout birthday in 1932, with Girl Scout Week formalized in 1953 by national convention delegates.
Celebrate National Girl Scout Day on March 12 and honor the legacy of amazing young women. This special day was created in 2012 to recognize the countless contributions that Girl Scouts have made to our society since 1912. From developing leadership skills, promoting self-confidence, and working together for positive change - Girl Scouts is an inspiring organization dedicated to empowering girls everywhere!
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Girl Scouts are encouraged to take part in local events such as cleanups or food drives. They also learn the importance of giving back - often organizing fundraisers to benefit organizations in their community. This helps to instill values of reciprocity and responsibility in these young women.
Girl Scouts is a program that encourages girls to become confident and strong leaders. Through activities like outdoor experiences, volunteer opportunities, career exploration and team building exercises, Girl Scouts help young women build skills they can take into adulthood.
The Girl Scout Cookie Program is an excellent opportunity for girls to learn about business principles in a hands on way. Girls get to create their own marketing plans, set goals, practice customer service skills and budget their finances - all while working together as a team!
A cultural observance during the week of March 12 celebrating Girl Scouts of the USA through pride, service, and sisterhood.
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Girl Scout Cookie Weekend is here! Treat yourself with a box of these delicious delights and support young female leadership development.
