Donate $115 by SEP 30, 2023 to become a Pearl Challenge Pacesetter
Pearl Challenge
What is the Pearl Challenge?
The Pearl Challenge was a new initiative started in 2022 for Junior, Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scouts to follow Juliette Gordon Low's charitable footsteps.
Girl Scouts who accept the challenge can learn from Girl Scout alum and staff through webinars and exclusive communications. Learn what it means to be a philanthropist, why it's important to be charitable in our communities, and creative ways to raise $115 to support their sister Girl Scouts.
Funds raised will provide financial assistance to our economically less fortunate sisters. Whether Girl Scouts complete the Pearl Challenge individually or collaborate with their troop is up to them! However, if one Girl Scout bravely completes the challenge by January 5, 2024, on their own, they will represent the troop, and all troop members will receive the exclusive Pearl Challenge patch.
Girl Scout alum and supporters are encouraged to become Pacesetters for the Pearl Challenge. Our Pacesetters are leading the way and inspiring Girl Scouts as they fundraise to make troops equitable, expanding opportunities for all girls to build the courage, confidence, and character they need to become successful adults.
Please get in touch with the GSNWGL Fund Development Team with any questions - development@gsnwgl.org.
Become a Pearl Challenge Pacesetter!
Consider serving as a Pacesetter for this year’s Pearl Challenge by donating $115 or more by September 30, 2023.
DONATEIdeas for you!
- Collect old trinkets, clothing, art, books, and more to host a thrift shop for friends and family!
- Host a holiday-themed event or birthday party for JGL and have an admission fee.
- Make and sell pearl-themed items (bracelets, cupcakes, art).
Please don't:
- Directly solicit by asking family and friends for money.
- Knock on doors for donations.
- Depend on your troop leader, parent, or others, to ask on your behalf (social media, work, etc.). You can create the activity with your troop to engage and inspire people to give!
- Miss out on being a pearl!
Key Pearl Challenge Dates
- Pacesetters are invited to join the Pearl Challenge - AUG 2023
- Girl Scouts are invited to join the Pearl Challenge - SEP 2023
- Pearl Challenge Webinars - SEP 19 - NOV 16, 2023 (sign up below)
- Girl Scouts accept the challenge and sign up by Juliette Gordon Low's birthday - OCT 31, 2023
- Pearl Challenge ends JAN 5, 2024
- Pearl Challenge funds are due JAN 5, 2024
- Pearl Challenge patches sent to troops by JAN 31, 2024
Pearl Challenge Webinars
SEP 19, 2023, 6:00 PM CST - Pearl Challenge Kick-Off: Thank You for Accepting the Challenge!
SEP 24, 2023, 4:00 PM CST - Meet & Greet with a Charitable Alum
OCT 26, 2023, 6:00 PM CST - Pearl Challenge Q & A
NOV 7, 2023, 6:00 PM CST - Pearl Challenge Kick-Off: Thank You for Accepting the Challenge!
Passcode: Pearl
NOV 12, 2023, 4:00 PM CST - Cancelled
NOV 16, 2023, 6:00 PM CST - Cancelled
Meet One of Our 2022 Pearls
Ellasyn Berry is an incredible Girl Scout Cadette. Hear what she has to say about Girl Scouts and what it means to her.
