Thank you to all who attended and supported the inaugural “A Taste of the Girl Scout Experience” council fundraiser, Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Windrose on Hudson, in Ossining NY.
This special event brought together community members, supporters, leaders, girls, new friends, and donors to honor our vision as Girl Scouts and celebrate the ongoing programming that enriches our members through the eyes of the girls.
For over a century, the Girl Scout experience has equipped girls with confidence, self-resilience, and other essential life skills. By providing girls with entrepreneurial opportunities, leadership development, and more, Girl Scouts helps prepare them to become women leaders in government, science, medicine, business, and beyond.
Behind every Girl Scout is a dedicated volunteer who helps them achieve their goals and broaden their horizons. This year, we recognized Alison Bergman, founder of Operation Cookie Drop, for her volunteer service with Girl Scouts and veterans. Now in its 25th Girl Scout Cookie Season, Operation Cookie Drop has delivered over one million packages of Girl Scout Cookies to active and veteran military personnel at home and overseas, sending a bit of sweetness throughout the globe. In addition to this, Alison has been an instrumental part of our Council’s many Service Unit Veterans Day events, deliveries, and services. She is also a Highest Awards advisor, who has helped guide many GSHH girls to Bronze, Silver, and Gold awards.
Opportunities like Operation Cookie Drop and Highest Awards show the importance of accessible Girl Scouting. Together, we can continue to prepare today’s girls to be the women leaders our world needs. Funds raised will benefit our Friendship Fund, a special resource that ensures everyone who wants to be a Girl Scout has the opportunity—regardless of financial challenges.
The Friendship Fund continues to provide girls with the opportunity to join or remain a part of Girl Scouting. Your support makes this possible.
Thank you to our event sponsors:
