That means $3.25 to $4.50 per box supports local programs. IRS Form 990. It dates to at least 2004 the same year that Facebook began when John Pisciotta, an anti-abortion activist in Waco, Texas, bought ads on a local Christian radio station calling for a boycott of Girl Scout cookies. Girl Scouts USA and Local Girl Scout Councils connect girl to resources promoting abortion rights and Inappropriate Sexual Content via official Girl Scout social media accounts. Some families in Crawford, Texas, become boycotting Thinning Miniature and Do-Si-Dos and other Lady Scout cookies. js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; According to Wikipedia, they are profiled in the bookHomocore:TheLoud and Raucous Rise of Queer Rock. No matter who denies it, thepicturesspeak more than a thousand words. a quarter of the Girl Scout councils nationwide admitted to partnering with Planned Parenthood, the nations abortion giant. Placement of transgender youth is handled on a case-by-case basis, with the welfare and best interests of the child and the members of the troop/group in question a top priority. Her daughter endured two incidents of sexual harassment this year, Wardy said. sells its own line of knockoff Girl Scout cookies. Althoughindividualdues dont godirectlyto WAGGGS or their diabolical efforts favoring abortion and such, each smaller entity feeds into the larger one. Another troop donated $1,000 in cookie sales to support COVID-19 research at the Gladstone Institutes in 2020. Cloninger did not state (or imply) that any financial support relationship existed between the two organizations. Girl Scouts of the USA does not have a relationship or partnership with Planned Parenthood, according to its website. They don't have to love Girl Scout cookies.". United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Why? The registration fees and the profit from cookie sales goes to support an agenda not in keeping with our Catholic faith and the Girl Scout program can in fact be an occasion of sin. Continued selection of this type of immoral activistshould be enough to scare off any discerning parent. Youd be wrong, though, if you thought all BSA troops were scouting. The proceeds of Girl Scout Cookies are used to support Planned Parenthood. She has no idea whatyouretalking about. And so we left.. "Especially when we know that these girls selling cookies are hundreds of times more likely to develop an eating disorder than to develop diabetes.". Get the facts people before you start condemning. Meagan has been assisted in her efforts by the El Rio Reproductive Health Access Project., The Girl Scouts of Central California Coasts Instagram account included a December 26, 2018 post lauding US Supreme Court justice Sandra Day OConnor for Honoring her duty to help people at all times, she was a key swing vote in many important cases, including the upholding of Roe v. Wade.. Not because of anything the girls have done, but becauseleadership hascolluded with the devils handmaids. "Before you buy Girl Scout cookies, be aware that they support Planned Parenthood, which now endorses full term abortions. While the Girl Scouts dont have a relationship with Planned Parenthood, they have historically had one with the Catholic Church. The United States may not agree with every position the UN takes, but values having a seat at the table. Girl Scout troops set goals for how to spend their proceeds on program-related activities, such as paying their own way to a community event or museum or funding other program outings. In 2010, GSUSA took part in the 54th Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations. Are some books being banned from Texas schools, while 'Mein Kampf' is allowed? "I will get arrested for my girls, if that's the difference between subjecting them to a disgusting rant and telling someone off.". GS helped found Girls as young as 5 have been lectured for selling unhealthy food, or over the cookies' high prices. Girl Scouts of USA will also collect a royalty payment based on its licensed trademark for every box. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. And because most troop leaders are women, people "think that perhaps, you know, a female leader is also not going to give them what for. After the incident, Shelly and her fellow troop leader reassured the girls that "some people have wrong ideas about all sorts of things, and think it is OK to voice those things," she said. You may even have a Girl Scout under your own roof, filling your garage with cases of the chocolatey, caramelly, peanut-buttery goods. I am simply making a statement based on my understanding of what scouting is (which, admittedly, is an opinion, but hopefully an informed one). With a bit of shopping, Ive found my favorite Samoa cookies at the local Family Dollar store, under a different name, of course. According to an NBC News report, the Bluebonnet Council did not send Girl Scout troops or provide funding to the sex-ed program, and it ended its affiliation with it that year. Here's why: Girl Scout cookies mean different things to different people from entrepreneurial skills for the girls who sell them to tasty treats for those who buy them. Josh Ackley, a past Media Relations and Spokesperson for GSUSA: As we drill down further, we discover JoshAckleywho was charged with setting the course for promotingpositive images of women and girlsthrough theGSHealthy Media Campaign. Accessed 20 Feb 2019. Planned Parenthood and sex education. Example video title will go here for this video, SPOKANE, Wash. The Spokane County Republican party recently posted a question on its page "Do you know where the Girl Scouts spend their cookie money?". Background on Girl Scouts of the USA and USCCB Conversations, Questions and Answers About Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) and About Catholic Scouting, Parody Ocasio-Cortez Tweet Mistaken as Real, does not have a relationship or partnership with Planned Parenthood, Girl Scout cookies, and troops, crumble in Texas. Menu. Some homes in Crawford, Texas, are boycotting Thin Coins and Do-Si-Dos and other Baby Scout cookies. Some have been berated over a conspiracy theory falsely linking Girl Scouts to Planned Parenthood. It ends with the hashtag #cookiecott, and has the name "Pro-Life Action League" at the bottom. Pisciotta opened the interview, which took place on March 5, 2004, by praising the Girl Scouts for taking the decision to separate themselves from the controversial organization of Planned Parenthood.. We must exercise a critical vigilance and at times refuse funding and collaborations that, directly or indirectly,favouractions or projects that are at odds with Christiananthropology. Pope Benedict, Address to the Pontifical CouncilCorUnum (1-19-13). Remember Jesus, the guy who died for you? I dont see that as being a useful standard to apply. fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); Othervarieties, such as Thin Mints, were also on the shelves of stores. -ag Widely used in commercial baked goods, the oil is controversial because its production can lead to deforestation and disrupt the habitat of endangered species. GirlScouts.org. Mia still As a member/founder of the defuncthomopunkband, The Dead Betties,imagesof him are more than a little disturbing. The first few months of the year bring Girl Scout cookies, and the internet brings overstated claims linking them to abortion. | Sunshine Mary, http://www.breitbart.com/Breitbart-Sports/2014/01/06/American-Heritage-Girls-Offers-Faith-Based-Patriotic-Alternative-To-Decaying-Girl-Scouts, The Girl Scouts Planned Parenthood Connection? The false claim has lingered long enough that the Girl Scouts website "If they're approaching it from that place, they haven't met the leaders that I work with, because they will defend their girls, claws out, if they have to," she said. The denials and deception continue, however. The Girl Scout Cookies section of the Girl Scouts website's FAQ declares that all revenue raised from cookie sales goes to the local Girl Scout councils and troops, not outside organizations: Q: Does any part of Girl Scout Cookie Program revenue support organizations other than the local Girl Scout council? As for your second point, bear in mind that the Troops of St. George is a developing organization that is only about a year old. Recent evidence of a GSUSA partnership with pro-abortion activism, El Rio Reproductive Health Access Project. Girls are encouraged to respond with positive messages about "why they are selling, what their goals are, how the program helps them set budgets and spend money and how it impacts what they are able to do in the future. Each member organization creates its own programs and pursues advocacy efforts based on the needs and issues affecting girls in its individual country. After connecting all the pieces, what possible reasoncan justifyremainingwith the Girl Scouts? The fungibility of funds creates a means by whichevery individual is a part of the larger picture. Some families in Crawford, Texas, are boycotting Thin Mints real Do-Si-Dos and another Boy Scout cookies. The national funds that GSUSA sends to WAGGGS come solely from investment income. I was a Girl Scout for over 10 years and to see people like you encouraging people to stop supporting Girl Scouts, I just cant believe it. When I say that Troops of St. George isnt scouting, Im not using the word in the sense that the BSA uses it (to the BSA, scouting means whatever the BSA does). For several years, social media users have shared tweets and memes claiming that funds from the sale of Girl Scout Cookies are distributed to Planned Parenthood, often posting such items with hashtags such as "#cookiecott" to promote the rumor: How did we end up with a crooked eyed snake salesman Leader, selling nothing but snake oil to Americans? Associated Press. The state that Girl Scout Cookie sales finance Planned Parenthood became favorite in mid-2015 and early 2016, likely due in part to ampere series of Compared to other commercial cookie brands, Girl Scout cookies can be pricey: a nine-ounce box of Thin Mints costs 55 cents an ounce, compared to roughly 25 cents an ounce for a standard pack of Oreos. "Girls naturally deselect from doing booths and sell in spaces where they feel safe," Wardy, who works in child advocacy in El Paso, said. two healthy, well adjusted intelligent girls whom she couldnt live without. WebInsider referred to the Girl Scouts website, which states, Girl Scouts of the USA does not have a relationship or partnership with Planned Parenthood. The organizations tax I would rather affiliate myself with women right activist. For Girl Scouts, For Volunteers Its question was followed by multiple links suggesting Girl Scouts have joined with Planned Parenthood, and the non-profit benefits from some of the cookie revenue. Updated with information about a more recent example of the claim. In the same vein, some of the Girl Scout alternatives mentioned above namely 4-H and Little Flowers arent scouting either. Girl Scouts Continues to Promote Abortion, Partner With Planned Parenthood Abortion Biz. Snopes and the Snopes.com logo are registered service marks of Snopes.com. Join a troop, find events, become a volunteer, or discover alum opportunities. I would echo the broadcast lament when the Hindenburg crashed Oh! In 2019, its Arizona affiliategave an award to a scout for volunteer work in reproductive health justice,an umbrella term that includes abortion on demand. She said she did not receive any guidance or assistance from her council leadership about the incident. We had many girls come into our facility for service hours, hours that they needed to count towards their badges and advancements,she wrote recently at LifeNews.com. Not on the list: abortion, or any social issues. What could possibly excuse employing such persons? On Feb. 3, Hanson tweeted a reminder to cookie shoppers not to make weight-related comments to Scouts. However, Girl Scouts USA makes an annual donation of $1.5 million to the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, a group on record as supporting reproductive health and rights for its members. We dont have to physically hand money to an abortionist to be complicit in promoting abortion. Camping and canoeing were taken seriously. Editors note: FactCheck.org is one of several organizationsworking with Facebookto debunk misinformation shared on the social media network. Questions and Answers About Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) and About Catholic Scouting. We have new evidence that the Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) continues to link arms with those promoting agendas that include the encouragement of abortion on demand. This movement is an association of the faithful of Ponitifical right and a great option, since they also offer boys sections, for any Catholic family. Why? "If people have a beef with the industrial food complex, why are 5-year-old girls where you're putting that anger?". The Bishop are listening to the NFCYM which is the National Federation of Catholic Youth Ministry. There is more to scouting than camping and manly skills. Im not an insider in either organization, though I have followed both of them online and talked to folks who were associated with one or the other. Are girl membership dues used to pay the WAGGGS quota? Does Girl Scouting support families of faith? GSUSA wont allow you to give money directly to the local troop instead of buying cookies. Parents as the Vicars of their children as is Gods design are being called upon to speak out to their shepherds at the parish level and also at the Archdioceses. It doesn't matter what my feelings are on the subject.'". When the Girl Scouts are promtoing pro-abortion role models and resources to our daughters through offiical Girl Scout events, curriculum, and online resources. A viral memory claims that Girl Scouting cookies support Planned Parenthood, but the organization says it has no relationship or union with Planned Parenthood. Texas, bought ads on a local Christianity radio station vocation for a boycott concerning Girl Scout cookies. They encourage people to speak respectfully to the parents and/or adult leaders, not the children, about their decision not to buy cookies because of the organizations support for Planned Parenthood and abortion. "The lady took the cookie form and shoved it back into my daughter's chest, and said, 'I don't support programs that support abortion,'" Wardy said. And dont get your facts from haters with an agenda to spread more hate. js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v2.10"; If we dont, who will? When you purchase Girl Scout cookies from your local troop, a very small percentage actually goes to the girls and you add to the millions of dollars that helps fund GSUSA. What a weak organization that has no courage to defend real CATHOLICS! to debunk misinformation shared on the social media network. Fact-check:Was Texas veteran denied mail-in ballot because of 1950s registration number? Based in Birmingham, Alabama, she is a devotee of old movies, farmers' markets and Ina Garten's tomato sandwich with basil mayo recipe. COPYRIGHT 2003-2023 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. To work so hard for something and take such a firm stand is admirable. We feel our role is to help girls develop self-confidence and good decision-making skills that will help them make wise choices in all areas of their lives. But the national organization, Girl Scouts of the United States of America, takes no position on birth control or abortion and has no relationship with Planned Parenthood, according to its website. No, we did not. I support Planned Parenthood over pedophiles any day. "And I was like, 'Are you freaking kidding me? Girl Scouts supports young girls and women and provides many different programs that can shape their future. Abortion is healthcare whether you like it or not. Thanks for bringing that up. And if you can't decide which flavor to buy next, don't worrywe got an astrologer to figure out which flavor is best for your zodiac sign. World Association of Girl Guides and Girls Scouts (WAGGGS):Dont be fooled into thinking your Girl Scouts dues go solely into local coffers. 1995 - 2023 by Snopes Media Group Inc. Im not sure if they are still pursuing that idea. Buy Girl Scout Cookies No, individual girls are not members of WAGGGS. Its all true, but take from it what you will. "But that was really the start of us as troop leaders really needing to do an ongoing check-in with the girls. Become a Volunteer. 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