How the Cookie Crumbles
When you open up a box of Girl Scout Cookies, you're biting into more than just a delicious treat. You're directly supporting Girl Scouts in your community, with 20% of proceeds going straight to the Girl Scout and their troop to fund exciting adventures like camping trips and travel. Another 56% goes to the local council, helping provide the life-changing Girl Scout Leadership Experience through events and programming for Girl Scouts across southeastern Wisconsin. That means 76% of the proceeds remain local, helping make our communities a better place for all.
Of course, like any business, the Girl Scout Cookie Program has operational costs - 24% covers essential expenses like ingredients, production, shipping, and the technology behind Digital Cookie.
And, with rising costs requiring a price increase on cookies and membership fees, Girl Scouts gain invaluable business experience. They learn to adapt to real-world economic challenges, understand pricing strategies, and gain financial literacy – skills that will serve them well beyond the cookie booth.
So, open a box of your favorite cookies knowing you're not just enjoying a sweet treat, but empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs and community leaders.
