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V O L . X X X I I N O. X X I I 38 G I V I N G G U I D E 2 0 2 6 – 2 0 2 7 N O N P RO F I T P RO F I L E 2027 GOALS f Prioritize girls' mental wellness through school and community partnerships that pair after-school enrichment with social emotional learning close to home. f Amplify programming for older Girl Scouts including international and domes- tic travel, leadership opportunities, scholarships, and our Highest Awards. f Expand the first Girl Scout Gold Award dual-enrollment course with Central Maine Community College – where high school girls earn credit pursuing this prestigious award. f Expand existing partnerships with local organizations and volunteers, focus- ing on community engagement and career exploration opportunities for girls throughout Maine. FUNDRAISING EVENTS/OPPORTUNITIES 2027 Fundraisers: Cookies & Cocktails, June 3 in Portland Girl Scouts Golf Classic, Fall in Gray Sponsorships are also available for our community events: Green ME Up (Freeport), Build Create Innovate (Bangor), Camp Adventures for Grown-Ups (Bridgton and Millinocket), and Transforming Leadership Conference (Bangor). Learn more at www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/corporatepartners. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES Every girl deserves a place in Girl Scouts. Individual and corporate gifts remove barriers – covering membership, camp, and staff-led programming for girls across Maine. To learn more contact us at resourcedevelopment@gsmaine.org or visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/donate. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Want to help Girl Scouts learn, grow, and have fun along the way? Volunteering can be cus- tomized to meet individuals' and organizations' objectives and schedules. Email customercare@gsmaine. org for volunteer inquiries. Girl Scouts of Maine (GSME) AT A GLANCE Established: 1912 Employees: 45 year-round, 50 additional seasonally Annual revenue: $4.2 million 138 Gannett Drive South Portland, ME 04106 359 Perry Road, Suite B Bangor, ME 04401 (207) 772-1177 www.girlscoutsofmaine.org @girlscoutsofmaine @GirlScoutsME @girlscoutsofmaine SERVICE LOCATIONS: GSME serves 7,000-plus members throughout all 16 counties in Maine, including programming at three camp properties in Bridgton, Baxter State Park, and Readfield. TOP FUNDING SOURCES: 62% Product program 14% Program fees 13% Public support and grants 10% Other income 1% Retail revenue MISSION STATEMENT: Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Who We Are: Through Girl Scouts of Maine, girls gain the skills to navigate life with purpose and joy – while building strong connections and a true sense of belonging. From climbing moun- tains to launching rockets, from creative arts to giving back, every experience is shaped around a girl's grade level and her interests. And when a girl joins, her family joins too, becoming part of a community that supports them all. What We Do: Every girl already has strength within her. Girl Scouts creates the experiences that help her discover it – building confidence, courage, and purpose as she grows into who she is meant to become. Why It Matters Now: Families want more than activities. They want places where girls build identity, belonging, and emotional well-being. Girl Scouts meets girls where they are and supports who they are becoming – and Maine gains a generation ready to lead in its class- rooms, communities, and workplaces. What Makes Us Different: We don't ask girls to fit a mold. We honor individuality, celebrate effort, and provide the space, support, and sisterhood that help each girl lead in her own authentic way. Your Support at Work: With your help, more Maine girls can join, attend camp, and find a troop close to home. With caring volunteers, trusted mentors, and a supportive environment, Girl Scouts are ready to climb higher, speak louder, and shine brighter. LEADERSHIP Mara Robinov-Moorhead Chief Executive Officer BOARD OFFICERS Donna Watson, President/Chair Tiffany Dembowski, Vice-President Patrick Morin, Treasurer Elizabeth Rettenmaier, Secretary P H O T O / C O U R T E S Y O F G I R L S C O U T S O F M A I N E Donna Watson P H O T O / C O U R T E S Y O F G I R L S C O U T S O F M A I N E Mara Robinov- Moorhead