Patch Packets | Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana

Juneteenth

Juneteenth (June 19), also known as Freedom Day, is a monumental moment for African Americans in the United States. Even though President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, officially ending slavery in 1863, in-practice slavery remained in some parts of the country. When word that the Civil War was over and slavery was abolished finally made it to Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, celebrations among the newly free, Black community followed. This was the beginning of the annual tradition, Juneteenth. Celebrations of Juneteenth include faith and community-based events with prayer service, parades, food, athletic competitions, oral readings, reflections, dancing, and more!

Learn and understand the importance of Juneteenth by completing one or more activities.

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Girl Scout Multicultural Celebration Patch Series

The Girl Scout Multicultural Community Celebration Patch Series is designed to celebrate the countless contributions that diverse communities have made and continue to make in the United States. You can earn up to five patches and complete the circle over the course of the year! Girl Scouts of all levels and their leaders have plenty of activities to choose from to learn interesting new things and earn each segment of this fun patch.

February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements and contributions by the African American and Black communities—a time for recognizing their central role in US history. Click here for patch materials.

May is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, an annual celebration of the achievements and contributions of Asians Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States.

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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month (LGBTQ+ Pride Month) is celebrated annually in June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots and works to achieve equal justice and equal opportunity for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ+) Americans.

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September is Hispanic Heritage Month. “¡Yo soy una Girl Scout!” Fun Patch is designed to provide Girl Scouts and volunteers of all backgrounds the opportunity to learn more about the cultures of the 21 Spanish-speaking countries and territories honored during Hispanic Heritage Month. Click here for the patch materials!
November is Native American Heritage Month or, as it is also referred to, American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. Celebrate the cultures, traditions, histories, and countless contributions of Native American communities in the US.
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Girl Scouts Give Patch Program

The purpose of the Girl Scouts Give patch program is to help you understand the importance of supporting your Girl Scout Sisters through investments of your TIME, TALENT, and TREASURE. Learn ways to be a philanthropist, how to be a sister to every Girl Scout, why donating to Girl Scouts is important, and how to use things you’re doing every day to create good.

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Download the pledge form.

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