Girl Scouts – Beyond the Cookie

2024-04-04 at 12-53-09 Girl Scouts Beyond the Cookie FOX 28 Spokane

Amidst the annual excitement of Girl Scout cookie sales, many wonder about the significance of this tradition beyond its delicious treats. To delve into the deeper purpose behind these sales and the broader mission of female empowerment, we reached out to Brian Newberry, former Air Force Colonel turned Chief Executive Officer of the Girls Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho, along with some Girl Scouts themselves.

Beyond the temptation of those beloved $5 and $6 boxes lies a fundamental commitment to nurturing young women into confident leaders. Newberry and the Girl Scouts shed light on where the proceeds from these sales are directed, and the myriad opportunities the organization offers for personal growth and skill development.

Watch this informative interview as we uncover the stories behind your hard-earned cookie dollars and the enduring impact of the Girl Scouts on our next generation of leaders.