Girl Scout Cookie season is back, kicking off January 7th and running through April. Customers can purchase cookies in person at booths, or place orders online beginning February 21st. Locations are available at girlscoutcookies.org or by texting "COOKIES" to 59618.
However, this year marks the end of an era for two popular flavors. The S'mores and Toast-Yay! cookies will not be returning after this season. Introduced in 2017 and 2021, respectively, these treats will be missed by many.
Despite the loss of two favorites, classic favorites like Thin Mints and Samoas will remain. Girl Scout USA, in a statement to People, highlighted the organization's focus on empowering young entrepreneurs through the cookie program. The program cultivates important life skills such as goal-setting, money management, and teamwork.
The Girl Scout Cookie program has a rich history, dating back over a century. In 1917, a troop in Muskogee, Oklahoma, began selling homemade cookies to fund their extracurricular activities. This enduring tradition continues to provide crucial opportunities for girls across the country.
All proceeds from cookie sales directly benefit the individual troops, allowing them to fund various projects and initiatives chosen by the group. The initiative reflects a long-standing commitment to girls' empowerment and financial literacy.
