In an act of generosity and community spirit, local Girl Scouts voted to turn some of their hard-earned cookie money into a bountiful gift for those in need this Thanksgiving. 

The girls, ranging in age from 7 to 13, dedicated many hours selling the cookies to fund their mission of making the world a better place. 

This year, the troops decided that beyond badges and troop meetings, they wanted to make a tangible difference in their community. 

Inspired by the spirit of Thanksgiving, they voted to use some troop funds to donate 20 turkeys weighing more than 230 pounds ensuring that families facing food insecurity could enjoy a festive meal.

Through chilly weekends and after-school hours, these young entrepreneurs set up cookie booths, knocked on doors, and promoted their sales with enthusiasm and determination. Their collective effort paid off. 

When asked about their decision, troop leader and Girl Scouts Board Member Michelle Hecht said, “Girl Scouts helps build girls of confidence, courage and character, and this act of generosity is an example of that. I am so proud of their efforts and community spirit.”

The Girl Scouts delivered the turkeys to the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry, where they were met with smiles and heartfelt thanks. 

Pantry Director David Cunningham shared, "This year more than 450 local families will receive Thanksgiving meals from our food pantry. It’s made possible by generous donations from so many members of our community, including these local Girl Scouts. We are so grateful for the support.”