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Staff in the Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland office in Wichita is available to assist volunteers and girls in the surrounding counties with everything from uniform purchases to making summer camp reservations to planning community-service projects. The fully staffed office is the go-to place for anyone wishing to learn more about Girl Scouts as well as those who want to hear more about the extensive programs for girls and training opportunities for adults that are offered in the area. Our goal is to give our volunteers, girls and parents everything they need to have an unforgettable Girl Scout experience.

Contact or stop by our office today to learn more about membership, programs and resources available to adult volunteers.

Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland Wichita Office
360 Lexington, Wichita, Kan. 67218
Phone: (316) 684-6531 | Toll-Free: (888) 472-3683 | Fax: (316) 684-4141

United Way Youth Days of Caring

The United Way Volunteer Center is preparing for the annual Youth Days of Caring. Hundreds of area youth volunteer at nonprofit agencies all over the Wichita area during the entire week of Spring Break, March 15-19. This week gives youth the chance to help. Minimum age is 12 (depending on the project). Registration begins Friday, February 12. A complete listing of projects is available after Wednesday, February 10, at www.unitedwayplains.org or by contacting the United Way Volunteer Center at 267-0202.

Making Beds and Bandanas for Bronze Award

After touring the Humane Society with her older sisters Girl Scout troop, 5th grader Delynn Plante of Clearwater troop 40105 knew she wanted to do her Bronze Award involving animals. She contacted the Humane Society to see if they had any specific needs or guidelines. She spent over 18 hours making beds, bandanas, toys, and treats for the Humane Society to earn her Bronze Award.

Change the World, One Good Deed at a Time

Together, we can bring joy to the world. One deed at a time.Greteman Group and The Wichita Eagle have recently launched a campaign - called Do the Deed - to inspire and spread small acts of kindness.

"Our commitment to the people of south-central Kansas dates back to our founding 137 years ago," says Pam Siddall, publisher and president of The Wichita Eagle, the state's largest daily. "When Greteman Group approached us with the Do the Deed concept, we knew we wanted to be the lead partner. Especially now at the holidays, this action-oriented, community-building campaign reminds us that the greatest gift can sometimes be the smallest gesture."

The Wichita Eagle and Kansas.com are using their unrivaled reach to communicate the initiative - from full-page color ads and front-page sticky notes to rich-media online ads and video. In addition to developing the creative, Greteman Group designed an interactive microsite: DoTheDeed.org. All materials - including a leave-behind, business-sized card - serve to drive people to the microsite.

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Connect: Volunteer E-Newsletter

Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland is proud to bring you Connect, a monthly volunteer e-newsletter full of information and insight. Interested in becoming a volunteer? Fill out this form.

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The Eureka Springs Trip

victoriangroup On June 4 - 7, Girl Scout Troop 40880 of Belle Plaine took a trip to Eureka Springs, AR. Their trip started Thursday with a stop at Henry’s Candy Company in Dexter, KS. The girls were able to stop for lunch in the park in Baxter Springs. The last stop of the day was in Bentonville, AR to visit a Vietnam Memorial at the local airport.

Friday the girls spent the day in Eureka Springs, starting at the Eureka Springs and North Arkansas Railway, where they rode the train and were able to see what happens when money is left on the tracks. After the train ride they were off to Judge Roy Bean’s Old Time Photos, where they all dressed in clothes from the Victorian era and had their pictures taken. They panned for gems at the Cosmic Cavern and saw two bottomless lakes. After supper, it was time for the last activity of the day, the Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down Music Theater- the girls had a laughing good time and also got to meet the cast.

Saturday ended up being much more relaxed. The day was spent at the lake house fishing and hiking at Beaver Dam. Sunday was time to head back home, although the girls wanted to spend much more time at the lake.

Thanks to all of those who made the trip possible!

Volunteer Appreciation Event - Wichita

The Wichita region had a great volunteer appreciation event on Sunday April 19 with 86 people in attendance. The theme revolved around the 50's so the room was decorated with a juke box, lots of colorful music notes and a fun 50's border. Our refreshments were delicious: ice cream floats and homemade cookies! The best part was the volunteers who were recognized for their exemplary service to the Girl Scouts. Jackie Burnett "took the cake" by receiving the coveted Gladys Wiedemann Award. We appreciate and thank our volunteers for all of your time, skills and service!

Click here to see more pictures of the event.

Troop Has Howlin' Good Time at Great Wolf Lodge

great_wolf_lodge Submitted by Troop 40277 (Wichita)

Our troop took a trip to the Great Wolf Lodge in Kansas City, Kansas. We all enjoyed it thoroughly. Some highlights were the awesome water slides, the challenging big foot pass climb, the lazy river and the soothing hot tub. We also enjoyed the arcade and the fabulous food. We learned a lot about managing money and about price checking as each one of us had only $40 to make it through 1 dinner, 2 lunches, 1 breakfast and the gift shop! The car ride there and back was a great opportunity to view the beautiful plains, we took tons of pictures. It was a great bonding experience and we hope to have another adventure soon.

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