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History at Play: A Gold Girl Story
Ellen Petrik, a lover of history, set out to make the subject more engaging and approachable for children. She worked with Blount Mansion to create a new, interactive exhibit featuring historical toys that children can play with! This included handmade marbles, whirligigs, dolls and a dollhouse. She developed interactive stations featuring reticule sewing and writing…
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The Talent of Tomorrow: A Gold Girl Story
Bailey Redmond of Knoxville created a music festival to showcase young talent. As a young musician, Bailey had been turned away from events because of her age. Her high school agreed to host the showcase, and she conducted auditions and booked more than a dozen acts. She earned a prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award in…
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Daisy Sisters from the Heart: A Gold Girl Story
Sofia Filigenzi of Oak Ridge noticed more children were experiencing loneliness, especially since the pandemic, and wanted to help them connect with peers and express their feelings. She put her artistic talents to work by writing and illustrating a children’s story that addresses common but often stigmatized childhood experiences such as loneliness, bullying, and expressing…
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Teen Writing Club: A Gold Girl Story
A writer herself, Brooke Fisher of Lenior City wanted to help teens develop creative writing skills and connect with others. She worked with her local public library to establish a creative writing program where teens could meet and share their work. She earned a prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award in 2024 for her Teen Writing…
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Joyce Maienschien Leadership Grant Program – Helping to pave the way for High Awards Projects
About Girl Scouts and High Awards Girl Scout Council of the Southern Appalachians (GSCSA) helps girls grow into leaders who are purpose-driven and work toward positive social change. To encourage girls on their journey, we are offering financial support with a grant program to develop leadership opportunities and skills. As we are in the midst…
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The Art of Biodiversity: A Gold Girl Story
In a world where biodiversity is under threat, Greta Lane of Johnson City set out to make a difference through her art and activism. Her project, “The Art of Biodiversity,” earned her a prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award in 2023. Gold Award Girl Scouts are high schoolers who address issues they’re passionate about by planning and…
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Church Based Community Food Pantry: A Gold Girl Story
Natalie Wood of Knoxville felt inspired to tackle her community’s food insecurity issue. Her project, “Church Based Community Food Pantry,” earned her a prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award in 2023. Gold Award Girl Scouts are high schoolers who address issues they’re passionate about by planning and implementing a project that produces lasting change in the community…
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Network of Blessings: A Gold Girl Story
Inspired by a mission trip, Danielle Holbert of Knoxville established a network of food pantries at three local churches to assist those struggling with homelessness and poverty. Her project, “Proverbs 22:9 – A Network of Blessings,” earned her a prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award in 2023. Gold Award Girl Scouts are high schoolers who address issues they’re passionate…
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Inspiring Music to All: A Gold Girl Story
Aware of dwindling music programs in schools, Lily Andrews of Signal Mountain embarked on a mission to inspire and share her love of music with children in her community. Her project, “Inspiring Music to All,” earned her a prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award in 2023. Gold Award Girl Scouts are high schoolers who address issues they’re passionate about…
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Growing into STEM: A Gold Girl Story
Concerned about the lack of diversity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields in her community, Sadie Pastor of Knoxville created educational resources that ultimately impacted 27 middle schools across East Tennessee. Her project, “Growing into STEM,” earned her a prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award in 2023. Gold Award Girl Scouts are high schoolers who address issues…
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