Annual Report 2023

Annual Report 2023 Design Your Dreams

Our Mission

Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

Girl Scout Promise

On my honor, I will try:

To serve God and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the Girl Scout Law.

Girl Scout Law

I will do my best to be honest and fair, friendly and helpful, considerate and caring, courageous and strong, and responsible for what I say and do, and to respect myself and others, respect authority, use resources wisely, make the world a better place, and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Racial Justice Policy

The Girl Scout Movement was founded to help all girls reach their full potential and to create a safe place for girls to foster their individual growth, character, self-sufficiency, and leadership. Girl Scouts–Arizona CactusPine Council (GSACPC) values these founding principles and is committed to upholding them. GSACPC will not deny membership into the organization because of race, color, ethnicity, religious or spiritual beliefs, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, documentation status, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation. GSACPC stands in alignment with Girl Scouts of the USA as an anti-racist organization, and we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and racial justice as they are fundamental to achieving our mission. We believe every girl should have an opportunity to thrive, and every individual should have an opportunity to contribute. Our organization strives to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment where diverse perspectives are valued, systemic barriers are dismantled, and racial equity is actively pursued. We reject all forms of discrimination, bias, and unfair treatment, particularly those rooted in systemic racism. Through education, awareness, advocacy, and accountable actions, we work towards creating a just and equitable society where girls of courage, confidence, and character can make the world a better place.

From the Co-CEOs and Board Chair

Design Your Dreams

Dear Friends,

When we reflect on what Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC) was able to rebuild, grow, and create during the 2022-2023 membership year, one word comes to mind, gratitude. We are beyond grateful to our Girl Scout community, full of incredible girls, families, volunteers, donors, and supporters who believe in our mission. You were able to join us in using our Promise and Law as the guidepost to design and dream about our future beyond the global pandemic. During this period, we welcomed more girl members and trusted volunteers who experienced the power of Girl Scouting. We celebrated the return of beloved in-person programming and events, like Annual Meeting, The B.I.G. Event, and Badge Bash. Nothing compares to being in spaces full of positive energy and people who pour love and inspiration into our most precious resource: our girls.

We believe when girls are given the opportunity to discover their strengths and talents in a supportive, safe, all-girl environment, they become a positive force in their families and communities. From kindergarten to 12th grade, Girl Scouts are discovering self, connecting with others, and taking action. They do so through four critical program pillars: Outdoors, STEM, Entrepreneurship, and Life Skills. So, as we meet with volunteers across our service area, we see your energy is focused on creating positive outcomes for girls in these areas and we are deeply grateful for all who help girls dream big.

Please enjoy the 2023 Annual Report and discover the many beautiful ways Arizona Cactus-Pine Council provides fantastic opportunities for girls to thrive.

Yours In Girl Scouting,

Mary Mitchell and Christina Spicer

GSACPC Co-CEOs

Susan Trujillo

GSACPC Board Chair

1% Clark, Gila, La Paz, McKinley, San Juan

The Girl Scout Growth Chart

Through Girl Scouts, a girl will grow in ways that change everything about how she holds herself, the way she expresses herself, and how big she dreams. This kind of growth is the most important outcome of her Girl Scout experience and will help her harness her potential and live her best life. Our program comprises meaningful experiences that have been proven to teach girls about themselves and their potential in their schools, communities, and society at large. When a girl takes part in Girl Scouting, she’s following in the footsteps of numerous female world leaders, astronauts, inventors, entrepreneurs, and artists. There’s no limit to where Girl Scouts can take her!

Five areas of growth:

Strong sense of self: A girl will find confidence in herself and all that she’s capable of as she tries new things, faces her fears, and learns from her mistakes— forming a healthy identity in the process. This will help her stand up for herself, avoid peer pressure, and stay authentic as she pursues her dreams—whatever they may be.

Positive values: A girl will learn to act ethically, lead with honesty, be responsible, and show concern for others with every step she takes. These solid values will help her do the right thing even in the face of peer pressure from her school friends today or from her colleagues in the future.

Challenge seeking: In the Girl Scouts’ all-girl environment, a girl will feel free to take appropriate risks, opening new opportunities and new experiences in her world. She’ll also learn that failure is never a reason to give up but an opportunity to try something different.

Healthy relationships: A girl will practice communicating her feelings directly and resolving conflicts constructively—the kind of relationship-building skills that will help her successfully navigate school years, form treasured friendships, and understand how to navigate conflict with respect. These skills will also help her ace job interviews, manage teams, and lead with positivity and empathy as she grows older.

Community problem solving: A girl will identify problems in her school and neighborhood and create plans to solve them. And she’ll always know her contributions are meaningful and filled with purpose. This will set her on the path to being an involved member of her community—who speaks up for change and brings innovative solutions.

The Girl Scout Alum Difference

To understand the long-term benefits of Girl Scouting and earning the Girl Scout Gold Award, the Girl Scout Research Institute (GSRI) conducted a national study with 1,000 Girl Scout alums, 800 women who were never Girl Scouts, and 922 Gold Award Girl Scout alums.

This research shows that participating in Girl Scouts is a powerful factor for developing courage, confidence, and character, which in turn build a foundation for success in education and careers, enable a lifetime of leadership, and provide high levels of life satisfaction. Alums assert that Girl Scouts set them on a path for achievement, connected them to something bigger than themselves, and helped them develop their passions and interests.

This study indicates that more than 1 in every 3 adult women in the United States were Girl Scouts at some point in their lives. The Girl Scout alum community is over 50 million strong.

Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence, and character.

79% say they stand up for their beliefs and values.

The Girl Scout Difference

Girl Scout alums are:

• More ambitious

• Less afraid to take risks

• More confident in their abilities

• More likely to stand up for their beliefs and values

The Alum Impact

Girl Scout alums are more likely than other women to:

• Exhibit courage, confidence, and character

• Attain higher levels of education and management positions at work

86% are registered to vote, versus 76% of non-alums.

• Volunteer and contribute to causes they support

• Be civically engaged and involved

• Exhibit leadership attributes and hold more leadership roles

• Be satisfied with life—personally, professionally, and financially

The Gold Award Advantage

Both Girl Scout alums and other women perceive the Gold Award as a prestigious and influential recognition. Gold Award alums report that the Gold Award process helped them develop essential 21st-century employment skills, giving them a boost in their academic and professional lives. They also affirm that the Gold Award helped them get into college or graduate programs, earn scholarships, and secure jobs.

This study confirms what Girl Scouts have known all along: Girl Scouting builds girls and women of courage, confidence, and character who lead in their lives, at work, and in their communities.

Girl Scout alums take civic action.

High Awards

High Awards provide Girl Scout Juniors – Ambassadors with the opportunity to demonstrate their leadership skills while creating a lasting positive impact in their communities.

Bronze Awards

Working as a team, fourth and fifth-grade Girl Scouts earn the Bronze Award—the highest award for Girl Scout Juniors—by exploring and addressing a community issue that’s important to them. They’re leaders in the making!

Silver Awards

Working as a team or individually, sixth- through eighthgrade Girl Scouts earn the Silver Award—the highest award for Girl Scout Cadettes—by identifying the root of a community issue they care about and then rolling up their sleeves and getting to work!

Gold Awards

Gold Award Girl Scouts are the dreamers and doers who take “make the world a better place” to the next level. To earn the Gold Award, high school Girl Scouts research the root cause of a community issue they’re passionate about and lead a team to tackle it by planning and implementing a project that has tangible and lasting impact on their communities and beyond.

“Our class of 22 Gold Award honorees exemplify fantastic leadership and civic engagement by dedicating themselves to addressing important causes and taking action to make the world a better place,” said Christina Spicer, co-CEO of GSACPC. “As a nationally recognized symbol of leadership, the Gold Award is a truly remarkable achievement.”

The Gold Award honorees tackled prominent issues faced by their communities by establishing designated mental health spaces for students on high school campuses, fighting food insecurity in Indigenous communities, building the first dog park located in a national park, designing inspirational campus murals with worldrenowned artists, collecting bikes and helmets for children of military families, creating online resource platforms for youth and much more.

“The Gold Award allows Girl Scouts to showcase the problem-solving, communication and time management skills they have learned throughout

their experience in the organization and prepares young leaders by giving them the confidence to succeed,” said Mary Mitchell, co-CEO of GSACPC. “By earning the Gold Award distinction, the 22 awardees join a legacy of Girl Scouts that have used their passion and persistence to make a lasting positive impact on the community.”

Recipients of the Gold Award not only change the world for good and establish themselves as community leaders, but awardees can also take advantage of unique scholarship opportunities, are entitled to enlist at a higher pay grade when they join the military, distinguish themselves among the competition in the college admissions process, and when entering the workforce.

Congratulations to:

Falak Asif

Evvie Atkins

Hailey Bates

Amanda Bernier

Cori Borgstadt

Jessica Burke

LeAnna Clipper

Marissa Denham

Megan Finder

Misha Ghafouri

Elisabeth Green

Amelia Gualtiere

Ella Hamer

Emma Hirning

Awen Hofmann

Katie Holm

Bailey Iannone

Lauren Jarvise

Elizabeth Parker

Zariya Shams

Emily Shanafelt

Viviana York

Girl Scouts Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Highlights

Mary Mitchell and Christina Spicer Lead as Co-CEOs

October 1, 2022, marked the start of a new Girl Scout membership year when we officially welcomed Mary Mitchell and Christina Spicer as the new co-CEOs of Girl Scouts-Arizona Cactus-Pine Council (GSACPC). Mary and Christina have collectively served this council for over 30 years, which speaks to their lifelong passion for serving women and girls. They are strategic, innovative, and generous leaders who believe in the power of Girl Scouting.

“Mary and Christina are proven leaders who embody the tenets of our culture and mission, with rich track records of successful community-minded leadership. We have full confidence in their abilities to lead the organization forward as their deep knowledge and quality decision-making over the last 12 months in interim roles have been exceptional,” said past GSACPC Board Chair Lupe Camargo.

“The idea of shared leadership is not new, yet not often seen in organizations. Our board believes these are the right two people to deliver creativity and innovation while preserving and enhancing the council’s culture. Mary and Christina’s strengths as leaders complement each other and work well together.”

The new executive partners took over the CEO role from Tamara Woodbury, who retired after leading the organization since 1993.

Mary Mitchell and Christina Spicer, GSACPC Co-CEOs

GSACPC Delegates Attend 56th National Council Session in Orlando

After months of preparation, meetings and gathering feedback from council members on proposals, our 2023 National Council Delegation proudly represented Arizona Cactus-Pine at the 56th National Council Session in Orlando, Florida. They made their voices heard with passion and purpose through votes and debates on seven national proposals ranging from the Girl Scout Gold Award Scholarship Fund to DEIRJ Language to the Promise and Law.

Thank you to GSACPC National Delegates Jessica Brown, Alyssa Hill, Ella Killebrew, Allison Lee, Courtney Mendoza, Sandie Patchett, Christina Spicer, Sarah Witte and Kaitlyn Van Der Werf.

GSACPC Receives $2.25M Grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation

Our council was the grateful recipient of a $2.25 million grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation in the fall of 2022 to expand outdoor programming throughout the year. This generous investment marked more than $10 million in support that The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation has invested in local girls in the past 10 years alone.

“Girl Scouts—Arizona Cactus-Pine Council continues to think outside the box and create innovative programs that young women need,” said Renee Parsons, co-founder of The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. “We believe in supporting the outdoor programming because we know it will help young women build self-confidence, improve overall well-being and become better leaders.”

GSACPC National Delegates with Christina Spicer at the 56th National Councel Session.

Bob and Renee Parsons

Highlights

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Highlights

While GSACPC has consistently provided outdoor summer programming at camp properties across northern and central Arizona, our three-year expansion plan emphasized leveraging these campsites and providing enhanced outdoor adventure opportunities for Girl Scouts throughout the year. In addition, the plan included strengthening transportation and bus stops routes for members in extended areas and redesigning our Counselor-in-Training (CIT) programs by adding a paid Junior Counselor for Girl Scouts who are 16-17 years old.

MacKenzie Scott Donates $2.8M to GSACPC

In October 2022, our council received a $2.8 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. Our gift was part of an $84.5 million donation awarded to GSUSA and 29 local councils selected by Scott, making this unprecedented investment the largest donation from a single individual in the national organization’s history.

Scott is a champion for girls and women who, through her philanthropic efforts, has looked to make a long-term impact on girls’ futures. She selected the 29 recipient councils, including Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona, based on donor criteria that has not been made public. By selecting Girl Scouts as a recipient, not only will individual council regions throughout the nation be impacted, but the donation will directly impact the nearly two million girls and adults participating in Girl Scouting nationwide.

This gift expanded access to Girl Scout programming across central and northern Arizona, including all of the Navajo Nation and Hopi Land. Our funding vision included supporting membership retention and growth, upholding Our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Racial Justice (DEIRJ) and Wellbeing Commitment, and expanding access to Girl Scout programming (GSLE) across our jurisdiction.

The Return of Badge Bash

More than 400 Girl Scout supporters gathered at Parsons Leadership Center on November 5, 2022 for the return of Badge Bash! After a two-year hiatus, it was amazing to see so many community members fill our camp and raise vital funds to support programming for girls. Badge Bash guests, whether on their own or with a “troop” of friends, had fun exploring camp, trying Girl Scout-inspired activities, and enjoying dinner under a starlit sky. The return of the event was made extra special by a moving tribute to Tamara Woodbury for her 30 years of service to GSACPC. During her remarks, Tamara shared, “it has been the honor of my life to serve the state and this movement”.

The evening was capped off with a lively after party that included dueling DJs, dessert, and the presentation of The Most Spirited Troop Award to our amazing council volunteers. We are deeply grateful for all the volunteers, sponsors, and attendees who helped us bring back Badge Bash in 2022.

GSACPC Announces Susan Brichler Trujillo as Board Chair

Arizona Cactus-Pine Council was pleased to announce Susan Brichler Trujillo’s election as chair for the board of directors after serving since 2016. She was ratified and welcomed to her new position during GSACPC’s 2023 Annual Meeting, where she had the opportunity to thank Girl Scouts, volunteers, and staff.

Trujillo shared that she was a local Girl Scout in Phoenix, and her mom served as her troop leader.

“I vividly remember camp, sleeping on the ground in tents and making dolls out of cornhusks. I learned how to ride a horse at Camp Maripai. My mom talks about

Susan Trujillo, GSACPC Board Chair

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Highlights

dropping me off at camp and, a week later, seeing a different girl walk down the gravel road to get in the car. She always felt that I returned more confident, and she was right,” said Trujillo. “When I talk about why Girl Scouting was important to me as a kid, it was a place where I felt the playing field was leveled. My voice was heard just as much as whoever the popular girl was at the time because, honestly, that girl wasn’t me. That feeling of belonging and empowerment was meaningful and helpful in making me who I am today. Every girl deserves that experience.”

Trujillo is a partner in the Phoenix office of Quarles & Brady LLC, where she also serves as chair of its Phoenix Health & Life Sciences Practice Group.

Outdoor Adventures at Girl Scout Summer Camp

From Phoenix and Payson, our camp properties were radiating with joy and vibrant Girl Scout energy! The second campers stepped foot into their cabin, camp staff and volunteers welcomed them to a week of adventure and outdoor recreation. Campers explored the habitats of mythical creatures at Shadow Rim Ranch; painted ceramics and zip-lined at Willow Springs; rock climbed at Parsons Leadership Center and rode horses at Camp Maripai! After singing along to musical hits and learning the best s’mores roasting technique, every day spent at camp became an opportunity to gain confidence and create memories to last a lifetime. These incredible camp experiences encourage girls to step out of their comfort zone, express themselves creatively, and develop a skillset that will stay with them. Thank you to our camp directors, staff, and volunteers for providing a fun and safe environment for girls to explore, take risks, and build community.

Inspiring Girls with the Phoenix Mercury

On August 27, Girl Scouts landed on planet Mercury to celebrate Inspiring Girls Day! The day was full of surprises from morning to evening, starting with the Court of Dreams – a unique opportunity for girls to run basketball drills with Phoenix Mercury staff on a WNBA court. Before tip-off, Troop 801 walked onto the court as anthem buddies, while our talented Troop 558 presented the color guard with Girl Scout Betty from Troop 3811 performing the national anthem. And the fun didn’t end there!

Our Co-CEO Christina Spicer received the Believe in Women Award for her leadership and contributions to the Girl Scout Movement in Arizona. The award honors Christina’s commitment to extending and creating opportunities for women and young girls in the community. To continue the celebration, our Media Ambassadors delivered a sweet birthday surprise for their favorite WNBA mascot, Scorch! The multi-layered Girl Scout cookie “cake” had all the favorites including Trefoils, Adventurefuls, Samoas, Tagalongs and Thin Mints.

After the game, Girl Scouts and their families attended a media panel with special appearances by Alecia ‘Sug’

Sutton and Megan Gustafson, who shared about their journey to the WNBA by staying true to the theme of the day – inspiring our Girl Scouts to follow their dreams and never give up. Special thanks to the Phoenix Mercury for hosting Inspiring Girls Day and empowering our Girl Scouts to create change in their communities.

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council Highlights

The 2023 Bring Home

the Cookies 5K was a Hit!

Runners and cookie enthusiasts from across the valley gathered at Westgate Entertainment District on Feb. 25 to support GSACPC and State Forty Eight Foundation in our common cause of empowering Arizona’s entrepreneurs for a sweeter future. With over 700 people in attendance, the energy was electric as 12News Sports Reporter/ Anchor Lina Washington emceed the event, ensuring participants felt motivated with each lap they finished as spectators cheered along the sidelines. A special visit from Baxter, the mascot for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Big Red from the Arizona Cardinals, Howler from the Arizona Coyotes, and Spirit from the Fiesta Bowl brought a playful ambiance as they energized the crowd for the big start! Girl Scout Cookies were available for purchase, and customers picked up some free milk to accompany their sweet treats provided by Danzeisen Dairy. A couple of Girl Scouts were also present in the thriving runner’s village, enhancing their sales techniques as they interacted with customers and shared information on their small businesses.

#GirlScoutsGiveBack

With creativity, ingenuity, and a passion for service, Girl Scouts are leaving their mark on the world with projects that directly benefit those in need. Here are some examples of how Girl Scouts give back to their communities and the world.

1 American Forests is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and restoring outdoor spaces by taking care of forests and nurturing a healthy environment. Girl Scouts from Rising and Central Phoenix (Troop 3047, 6859 & 2790) joined the organization to plant 37 trees at a Phoenix elementary school. The girls learned about the importance of trees, environmental justice, the effects of climate change and how to advocate for healthier forests and outdoor spaces. After tree planting, each volunteer earned the Girl Scout Tree Promise patch for their participation in this conservation initiative.

2 Troop 4894 installed a community garden at an elementary school in memory of the district’s late Food Service Director, David Schwake and his mission: “no one goes hungry”. The troop applied and expanded their budgeting, planning, and communications skills as they connected with local leaders and organizations to request donations and assistance. Once the plan was in action, the girls meticulously planned what was to be planted in the garden and created a menu that could be used after the harvest! To ensure the garden’s future success, the troop members constructed a video to share with the school’s garden club that could serve as a resource for years to come.

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Troop 3186 made a Target run to create a positive impact in their community. Using a portion of their cookie sale profits, the troop purchased $850 worth of items to donate. The girls knew they wanted to use their cookie earnings to help others, so they chose Child Crisis Arizona: an organization whose mission is to provide children and youth in Arizona a safe environment free from abuse and neglect through prevention, intervention, and educational programs.

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In partnership with HART Pantry, an organization that provides weekend food bags to teens who do not have access to food outside of school, the Daisies of Troop 2575 hosted a food drive and collected donations. At such a young age, these Girl Scouts are already setting a great example of what it means to advocate for at risk youth and communities in need. The leadership this troop demonstrated through such a thoughtful act of service is making a great difference in the lives of our community members..

5 Girls from Troop 2997 and 4997 let their creativity shine to help rescued animals at the South Mountain Humane Society! The girls worked together to make cat toys and beds to bring comfort and warmth to those soon to be adopted pets. In December, some of the girls delivered donations in person and toured the facility to learn all about how the humane society helps animals find their forever home. Shoutout to you all for making such a PAWsitive impact!

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During last year’s cookie season, multi-level Troop 4317 collected donations for Family Promise, a non-profit organization based in Scottsdale that serves families experiencing homelessness. The troop donated cookie packages, and asked Family Promise if they could help in any other way. Since the organization needed first aid kits for their centers, the girls compiled four complete first aid kits and earned their First Aid Badge and Rosie Daisy Petal. The troop had lots of fun assembling the medical kits, but the most rewarding part of the experience was getting to visit the Family Promise headquarters. They experienced the warmth of the center and saw all the hard work that goes into helping families in need.

Annual Fund Donors

Reflects gifts made Oct. 1, 2022 - Sept. 30, 2023

Many thanks to our generous supporters for their investment in Girl Scouts.

Leadership

$2,000,000 and up

The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation (reflects cumulative gifts made over a three year time period)

Visionary

$100,000 and up

National Basketball Association (NBA)

Joan B. Norris Trust

Champion

$50,000-99,999

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Kemper & Ethel Marley Foundation

Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust

Rosenbluth Family Charitable Foundation

Thunderbirds Charities

Valley of the Sun United Way

Investor

$25,000-49,999

APS Foundation

Jack Ingebritson Foundation

onsemi

Toyota Financial Services

Gold

$10,000-24,999

Arizona Coyotes Foundation

Arizona Public Service

Avnet

Cardinals Charities

Clear Channel Outdoor

Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation

Girl Scouts of the USA

Holbrook Pyle Fund

Intel Volunteer Grant Program

L. Roy Papp & Associates

Margaret T. Morris Foundation

Mean Well USA, Inc

Navajo Transitional Energy Company

Phoenix Suns Charities

Summer Youth Program Fund

The Arizona Republic/12 News Season for Sharing

Silver

$5,000-9,999

Anonymous

Anonymous

Arizona Diamondbacks

ASU Preparatory Academy

BOK Financial

Burns & McDonnell Foundation

Charles Schwab Foundation

Cook Native American Ministries Foundation

Dena & James Cunningham

Lynne & Glen Cunningham

Leslie Dashew & Jack Salisbury

Derek Builders

Dr. Robert Cialdini & Bobette

Gorden Family Foundation

Fiesta Bowl Charities

Teri & Tyson Kelley

Otto & Edna Neely Foundation

Papadopoulos Family Foundation

Salt River Project

Sports Fund of Arizona at ACF

Support Sky Harbor Coalition

Tempe Diablos

Wunderkind Scottsdale

Bronze

$2,500-4,999

Apple Inc.

Arizona Historical Records Advisory Board

Bashas’ a Raley’s Companies Store

Joan Bowyer

Charities Aid Foundation America

Joanne Duncan

Enterprise Holdings Foundation

Ardie & Steve Evans

Roberta Fagan

Helios Education Foundation

Jennifer Ho

Ryan Johnson

Beverly & Edward Kim

Kitchell Contractors

Dr. Kara Stuart Lewis & Gordon Lewis

Susan G. Liming

New York Community Bank

Daren Riley

Schreiber Foods

Judy & Bill Schubert

Southwest Gas Corporation Foundation

Christina & Eric Spicer

Jenny Holsman Tetreault & Collin Tetreault

United Way of Northern Arizona

Martina Ward-Page & Kory Page

Green

$1,000-2,499

Carol D. Ackerson

American Express Foundation

Julia & Javier Arambula

Arizona Archives Alliance

As You Wish Pottery

Bank of America Matching Gifts Program

Kelly J. Barr

Betsey E. Bayless

Suzanne Bergen

David Bernstein

Kerry Blume & Lucinda Andreani

Cody Burns-Piano

Ana C. & Thomas L. Colombo

Dawn & Vaughn S. Corley

Corporate Interior Systems

Heather & Andy Cracchiolo

Joseph Cummings

CVS Health Foundation

Krystal & Matt Dircks

Donley Plumbing and Air Conditioning

Alycia Elfstrom

Chantie Feinman

Pele Peacock Fischer & Nic Fischer

Jennifer Forbes

Katherine Manker & Bruce Gardner

Sylvia Garman

Ananta Ravikanth Gosala

Greater Phoenix Chapter of the IFMA

Meryl & Zach Hall

Czerina & Zachary Harvey

Haworth Furniture

Claudia Henry

Rebbekka & David Hirsch

Dr. & Mrs. BJ Ho

Patrice Horstman & Lulu Santamaria

Invest in Others Charitable Foundation

J & J Charitable Fund

Sara & Ernest Jaramillo

Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C.

Emmi & Cody Kellogg

Brian Kerr

Kiwanis Club of Lake Havasu City

Carol & Kevin Klimas

Janet M. & Eldon R. Kramer

Michael Krause

Lisa Lavoie

Ryan Lees

Marlene Imirzian & Associates Architects

Mary & Richard W. Martuscelli

Mike McHorney

Cheryl & Steve Megli

Mary L. Mitchell

Charlotte & Don Montonya

Lallina Morgan

Samuel Nicholson

The Panganiban O’Malley Family

Mary C. & Hector Peralta

Kristin Priscilla

Pueblo Mechanical

Sherry Reyes

Christine Whitney Sanchez & Reuben Sanchez

Kathleen Schnier & Paul Schumann

Jen Scrivner

Michael Spangenberg

State Employee Charitable Campaign

Karen & Dennis Stevenson

Kerri Swischuk

Sarah Tamm

Melisa & Matt Thesing

Bruce Thoeny

Karen Nikoloudakis Thomas & Kip Thomas

Polly Thomas

Duane Thompson

triARC Architecture & Design

USAA

Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust

Sandy Ward

Ryan Weissmueller

Frederick and Genevieve Witteborg Trust

Tamara J. Woodbury

Friend

$999 and below

Amazon Smile

American Dreams, An Advisor Group Foundation

American Express Charity Trust Account

Anonymous

Friends of Apache Junction

Lisa & John Atkins

Kaia Austin

Karen Bird

Boeing Company Employee

Individual Giving Program

Jon Bolesta

Marc Brack

Flerida Brito Hart

Martha Brodersen

Jessica Brown

Paulette Brown

Patricia Burg

Emily Burns

Lupe & James P. Camargo

Olivia Camorgo

Gaby Cardenas

Keri Cardenas

Sandra Cardenas

Lisa Carlson

Jennifer Carusetta

Katherine & Rick Cecala

Chipotle

Summer Christiansen

Matthew Clyde

Tim Combs

Kristen Corredor

Virginia L. Counts

Craig Realty Group, Anthem

Paul Cromley

Niki Sue Crothers

Anna de Jesus

Susan de Queljoe

Deborah Depauli

Gari Lee Dillon

Jon Douglas

Amanda & Bill Fessler

Mayra Flores

Nancy Frieband

Craig Frooninckx

Kim Galitz

Monica Garnes

Sarah Gavigan

General Motors

Patricia Giesler

Mary Gilliss

GoDaddy For Good

Eve Goldstein

Shannon & Bob Goldwater

Elise Gould

Kathleen & John Graham

Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce

Candice Guadagnino

Peggy Hagman

Sarah Hall

Jenny Handke

Lindsay Hansen

Brandy Harden

Dianne & Brian Haws

Gabrielle Hebert

Brenda Hernandez Cortazar

Glenn Hickman

Crystal Hoelzen

Mark Hoover & Thom Berger

Karen Hudson

Robert Hughes

Jennifer & John Huppenthal

Rebekah Johnson

JP Morgan Chase & Co - Employee Giving Campaign

Amber Kanazbah Crotty

KEAS Solutions, LLC

Jason Kiss

Kiwanis Club of Prescott

Nikki & David Koeb

Sarah Krahenbuhl

Lisa Kranz

Kelli Kunkee

Alex Kurtz

Michael Lacey

Nancy Lehman

Julia & Samuel Leung

Lisa Lindeken

Steve Lindley

Nicole Lomibao

Melyssa Lorga

Matthew & Jessica Lyon

Oona Mada

Dawn Manning

Lauri Mast

Ruth & Bob McGregor

Jason Mcilquham & Jennifer Marshall

Erin Merritt

Mesa United Way

Microsoft Matching Gifts Program

Katherine S. Miller

Danette Miller

Patricia Mistretta

Laura Mitchell

Stacy Morton

Ruthmere Museum

Lilia Nava

Sean Newman

Ann Nimlos

Rebecca Oakes

Cynthia Oder

Melani Orzabal

Megan Osbrink

Kimberly & David M. Paltzik

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc

Kathleen & Richard Peabody

Connie Phillips

Alice Pike

Prescott Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

Janice Procter-Murphy

Sarah Purcell

Harriet “Hootie” Redwine

Eileen Rogers

Andrea Salazar

Jim Schillinger

Tammy Schlador

Kathryn Schooler

Lyrna Schoon

Dawn Schur

Skanska USA, Inc

Regina Smith

Shannon O. Smith

Someburros, Inc

Molly Stockley

Ginger & Javier Torres

JoDee Turner

United Way Of Greater Kansas City

Vanessa Valenzuela Erickson

Kara M. and John M. VanHemert

Lauren Vessey

Voya Financial

Alison Walker

Jennifer Warton

Jenny Weaver

Wells Fargo Matching Gifts

Tanya & Steve Wheeless

Stephanie Wilson

Sheila Wood

Anna & Brian Woods

Adriane & Rikki Youngblood

Join the Journey

Anonymous

Anonymous

Dena & James Cunningham

Lynne & Glen Cunningham

Leslie Dashew & Jack Salisbury

Dr. Robert Cialdini & Bobette

Gorden Family Foundation

Teri & Tyson Kelley

Trefoil Tradition

Carol D. Ackerson

Julia & Javier Arambula

Kelly Barr

Betsey E. Bayless

Suzanne Bergen

Candy & David Bernstein

Kerry Blume & Lucinda Andreani

Joan Bowyer

Ana C. & Thomas L. Colombo

Dawn & Vaughn S. Corley

Heather & Andy Cracchiolo

Krystal & Matt Dircks

Alycia Elfstrom

Ardie & Steve Evans

Roberta Fagan

Pele Peacock Fischer & Nic Fischer

Katherine Manker & Bruce Gardner

Sylvia Garman

Meyrl & Zach Hall

Czerina & Zachary Harvey

Kate P. & Brian J. Hemmerle

Claudia Henry Rebbekka & David Hirsch

Jennifer Ho

Dr. & Mrs. BJ Ho

Patrice Horstman & Lulu Santamaria

J & J Charitable Fund

Sara & Ernest Jaramillo

Ryan Johnson

Emmi & Cody Kellogg

Beverly & Edward Kim

Carol & Kevin Klimas

Janet M. & Eldon R. Kramer

Lisa Lavoie

Dr. Kara Stuart Lewis & Gordon Lewis

Susan G. Liming

Mary & Richard W. Martuscelli

Cheryl & Steve Megli

Mary L. Mitchell

Charlotte & Don Montonya

Juliette Gordon Low Society

Otto & Edna Neely Foundation

Papadopoulos Family Foundation

Rose & Harry Papp

Martina Ward-Page & Kory Page

The Panganiban O’Malley Family

Mary C. & Hector Peralta

Kristin Priscilla

Sherry Reyes

Christine Whitney Sanchez &

Reuben Sanchez

Kathleen Schnier & Paul Schumann

Judy & Bill Schubert

Jen Scrivner

Michael Spangenberg

Christina & Eric Spicer

Karen & Dennis Stevenson

Jenny Holsman Tetreault & Collin Tetreault

Melisa & Matt Thesing

Bruce Thoeny

Karen Nikoloudakis Thomas & Kip Thomas

Polly Thomas

Sandy Ward

Tamara J. Woodbury

The Juliette Gordon Low Society was established to honor women and men who have designated GSACPC in their estate plan or will. If you have made a gift in your estate plans and would like to be recognized in the Juliette Gordon Low Society, please contact funddevelopment@girlscoutsaz.org.

Addy Bareiss

Denise M. Blommel & Donald R. Doerres, II

Pat Boykin

Bruce P. Carr

Amber Kanazbah Crotty

Leslie Dashew

Marie Edwards

Erik & Eva Andersen Girl Scout Movementwide Challenge Planned Gift

Sondra Harmelink

Shirley Hawkins

Dr. Jennifer L. Hinkel

Dr. Allison & Mark House

Gail Jacobs

Teri Twarkins Kelley

Janet M. & Eldon R. Kramer

Joan B. Norris

Sandra Patchett

Stanlee Ann Picirilo

Harriet “Hootie” Redwine

Alesandra Reyes

Margaret M. Serrano-Foster

Alice & Richard Snell

Bruce Thoeny

Polly Thomas

Rebecca Weinberg

Ann Wheet

Tamara J. Woodbury

Bonnie J. Wright

Badge Bash 2022

Arizona Cardinals

The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation

Rob & Melani Walton Foundation

As You Wish Pottery Painting Place

American Technology Specialists

Derek Builders

Toyota Financial Services Viewpoint Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley Bashas’ - The Raley’s Company

Charles Schwab

Helios Education Foundation

Huss Brewing Company

Manley Films

One Hope Wine

Bring Home the Cookies 5K Run - Walk 2023

Special thank you to our event partners State Forty Eight and State Forty Eight Foundation!

Arizona Cardinals

Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation & Sports Matter Foundation

Clear Channel Outdoor

Delores Miller Charitible Fund in memory of Carlyle Miller

ASU Prep Digital

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Dircks Logistics

Helios Education Foundation

Sports Fund of Arizona at Arizona

Community Foundation

Kitchell Presidential Pools

In Honor of

Lupe Camargo Invest in Others Charitable Foundation

My two daughters - both Gold Award Girl

Scouts

Ann Nimlos

Our Children

Sherry Reyes

Laura Vines CVS Health Foundation

Tamara Woodbury

Dawn & Vaughn S. Corley

Monica Garnes

Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce

In Memory of

Barbara Deshler Anderson

Harriet “Hootie” Redwine

Tomás Guerra

Julia & Samuel Leung

Joyce & Bill O’Morrow

Karen Hudson

Joan B. Norris

Kerry Blume & Lucinda Andreani

Tim Combs

Jason Kiss

Ruthmere Museum

As You Wish Pottery Painting Place

Bashas’ - The Raley’s Company

Danzeisen Dairy

The LOLA

Kappa Delta Sorority

Young & Empowered Women

Ruth & Bob McGregor

Connie Phillips

Molly Stockley

Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust

Juanita “Chickadee” Longmire

Brodersen

Martha Brodersen

Kathryn Cromley

Marian Cromley Wrage

Paul Cromley

Patricia Holt

Statement of Financial Position

as of September 30, 2023

ASSETS LIABILITIES

Cash $ 10,867,530

Investments (short & long term) $ 14,876,648

Accounts Receivable

$ 2,560,548

- Employee Retention Credit $ 577,795

Prepaid Expenses and Deposits $ 282,317

Inventories $ 204,526

Land, Building and Equipment $ 17,720,580

TOTAL ASSETS

$ 47,089,944

Statement of Activities

For the year ending September 30, 2023

REVENUE

● Product Sales (net)

● Camp and Program Fees

● Individual, Corp & Foundation Contributions

United Ways Allocations

● Sale of Girl Scout Equipment to Troops (net)

● Investment Returns (net)

TOTAL REVENUE

OPERATING EXPENSES

● Girl Program and Camp

● Membership Support

Volunteer Support

Management and General

● Fundraising

TOTAL EXPENSES

CHANGE IN NET ASSETS

Accounts and Other Payables $ 873,115

Lease Liabilities (Finance and Operating) $ 288,096

Bond Payable

1,024,254 (net of unamortized bond issuance costs of $223,941)

TOTAL LIABILITIES

2,257,542 Deferred Income $ 72,077

NET ASSETS (FUND BALANCE)

Unrestricted $ 26,642,453

Unrestricted Board Designated $ 15,477,103

Temporarily Restricted $ 2,712,846

TOTAL NET ASSETS $ 44,832,402

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS

9,890,863

715,777

2,448,224

69,786

230,881

2,157,518

15,599,629

47,089,944

7,945,892

3,459,187

1,666,954

1,968,732

$716,407

15,757,172

($157,543)

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, Inc. is an independent, not for profit organization, classified as a 501(c)3 organization by the Internal Revenue Service.

This report reflects the audited financial position and activities for the year ending September 30, 2023.

2022-23 Board of Directors

As of Sept. 30, 2023

Officers

Susan Trujillo, Board Chair

Javier Torres, 2nd Vice Chairperson

Gordon Lewis, Secretary

Brian Hemmerle, Treasurer

Members-at-Large

Ana Colombo

Ashley Dickerson

Gema Duarte Luna

Pele Peacock Fischer

Jenny Holsman Tetreault

Jennifer Ho

Emmi Kellogg

Jeryse Kelly

Nicole Lomibao

Tina Lyons

Susan Panganiban O’Malley

Alice Pike

Megan Pitas

Kathleen Schnier

Karen Stevenson

Girl Advisory

Isabella Edgecomb

Alyssa Hill

Faye Nehrkorn

Helen Nesbitt

McKenzi Nimmons