'Join-A-Thon': A day to join Girl Scouts of Western New York (and win prizes!)

Girl Scouts of Western New York Press Release

Girl Scouts of Western New York (GSWNY) announced the 2024 Girl Scout “Join-A-Thon,” a 12-hour event dedicated to welcoming new and returning members. From 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 16, families can register for Girl Scouts, unlocking an array of benefits, scholarships, and unforgettable experiences – plus a chance to win some fabulous prizes!

Why sign up for Girl Scouts of Western New York? Registering your child, grandchild, or a loved one for Girl Scouts opens the door to a world of opportunity. Beyond beloved activities like camping and cookie sales, we offer older Girl Scouts the chance to apply for scholarships, embark on exciting travel adventures, and explore the outdoors with support every step of the way. We believe every young person deserves the chance to participate, and financial assistance is available to ensure there are no barriers to participation.

“We’re excited to invite the youth and their families to join Girl Scouts during this special event,” said Cara Biddlecom, CEO of GSWNY. “Girl Scouts offers experiences that empower every young person to explore their interests, build life skills, and make lifelong friendships. Our ‘Join-A-Thon’ is the perfect time to register and start the Girl Scout journey.”

Affordable and accessible for all, the registration fee is just $25 per year, but we recognize that every family has different financial needs. That’s why GSWNY offers financial assistance to cover registration fees, program costs, uniforms, and more. Our goal is to make Girl Scouts accessible to every girl who wants to participate.

Everyone who registers for Girl Scouts during “Join-A-Thon” will be entered to win prizes:

√ $100, $50, and $25 gift cards

√ 10 lucky girls will receive an exclusive invitation to join in for a Build-A-Bear party on Oct. 26

It’s easy to sign up! Visit www.gswny.org or call 1-888-837-6410 to register during the “Join-A-Thon” and become eligible for prizes. You can also stop by one of our service centers in Buffalo, Jamestown, Lockport or Rochester, open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Winners will be notified via phone or email, and prizes can be picked up at a nearby Girl Scout shop.

While you can continue to register after the event for Girl Scouts or to volunteer, only those who sign up during the “Join-A-Thon” will be eligible for prizes. Don’t miss your chance to join an organization that empowers girls, builds character, and fosters a lifetime of leadership.

Girl Scouts of Western New York serves girls and adult volunteers across the GSWNY jurisdiction, including Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Niagara, Orleans and Wyoming counties. The council’s administrative service centers are located in Buffalo, Jamestown, Lockport, Niagara Falls and Rochester.

To volunteer, reconnect, donate or join, visit www.gswny.org or call 1-888-837-6410.