The past two years have been hard for everyone, but women have had it especially rough. Women were more likely than men to stop working during the pandemic and are still more likely to consider quitting or downgrading their work.[i] And recent product shortages like baby formula and sanitary products have been especially challenging for … Continue reading Who Runs the World?
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Council Sponsored Girl and Adult Events
Anonymous Trust Partnership
Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines is thrilled to announce our partnership with Anonymous Trust to support Girl Scouts across Eastern North Carolina. Leadership development and exploration in the outdoors have long been integral components of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Exposure to nature and connecting with others outside is a great way to … Continue reading Anonymous Trust Partnership
Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off this Wednesday, September 15, and lasts through Friday, October 15. Hispanic Heritage Month honors the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans. Did you know that Hispanics/Latinos accounted for 25% of North Carolina’s population increase over the past 20 years and the average age of Latinos living in … Continue reading Hispanic Heritage Month
2021-22 Patch Of The Month List
Patches and badges are what get Girl Scouts moving. They create opportunities for them to learn, play, and ask questions about a variety of topics. No matter their age or level, a Girl Scout can find a patch to work towards that inspires them. To earn a council patch, girls are asked to use their … Continue reading 2021-22 Patch Of The Month List
CHOOSING EMPOWERMENT OVER…
By Lee O'Connell, Fund Development Manager at Girl Scouts - North Carolina Coastal Pines When I wrote a blog post this time last year, the world was in a much darker place than it is now. We were months into pandemic restrictions and cancelations; the promised summer lull was instead a summer peak. The summer … Continue reading CHOOSING EMPOWERMENT OVER…
Celebrating Camp Graham Enhancements
We are so excited to announce the completion of updates to the Holly Hill Unit at Camp Graham! These renovations were made possible by the Margaret Pickard Sirvis Fund. Girl Scouts, volunteers, donors, board members and staff members gathered on Thursday, July 1, 2021, to celebrate with a ribbon cutting and dedication. The event featured speakers … Continue reading Celebrating Camp Graham Enhancements