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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I used to be a SHARE volunteer. It’s a great idea to donate some funds. At that age we never had much money left after the end of year ceremony and celebration. My girls enjoyed service projects so we spent money doing things like putting together gift bags for kids at Chiidrens or you can create bags for the homeless (socks, toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, lip balm, lotion, snacks, etc).

Maybe I missed it but why not use some for registration fees or carry over funds? Did the troop collect too much in dues? [/quote]

Yes, our troop has always voted to donate some of their funds. They typically do 1/3 donate, 1/3 spend, 1/3 save for next year. It's allowed, you just can't organize a fundraiser under the Girl Scouts name for another group. But once you have the funds the troop can donate. Check with your service unit manager or membership manager to walk you through it. I think there's also a section in the Volunteers Essentials handbook. Whatever you do, make an event out of it so it's clear to the girls what you're doing. Like if finding through SHARE, maybe even do it at one of the camps so you can see where the money is going. Even if the girls aren't outdoorsy, you can reserve a lodge for the day and do arts and crafts or baking.

Our troop enjoyed a visit to the animal shelter. The girls voted to do that badge. They collected donations of old towels from neighbors and then brought them. They were able to play with some of the animals. They also made another donation. I can't remember if they just gave the money or if they asked what was needed and then bought it.

Other things that they've enjoyed are Sandy Springs adventure Park, the Labyrinth side when they were younger.

This year they are using troop money for next year's dues because the costs are going up so steeply.[/quote]

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