Washington, DC (July 30, 2025) — Today, America250, the bipartisan organization charged by Congress to lead celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, announced a national partnership with Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA). This partnership will build on GSUSA’s longstanding commitment to civic engagement, community service and making the world a better place.
From coast to coast and around the globe, Girl Scouts are creating real, lasting change — starting as young as age five. Whether it’s leading community cleanups, honoring first responders or championing voter registration, Girl Scouts show up every day to serve, lead and make a difference. Their impact is both immediate and enduring: each year, thousands of Girl Scouts earn the prestigious Gold Award, dedicating more than 240,000 hours to tackling critical issues in their communities. And they’re not alone — each extraordinary volunteer contributes an average of 120 hours of service annually, powering a Movement built on courage, compassion and action.
“Girl Scouts embody the best of American values – leadership, service, and an unwavering commitment to community,” said Rosie Rios, Chair of America250. “As we approach our nation’s 250th anniversary, this partnership celebrates our shared mission to educate and empower future generations of changemakers to lead with courage, confidence, and character. Together, we honor the past while inspiring the leaders of tomorrow.”
“For more than a century, Girl Scouts have been shaping the future of our nation — one girl, one act of service and one community at a time,” said Bonnie Barczykowski, CEO of GSUSA. “We’re proud to partner with America 250 and reflect on this milestone, the part Girl Scouts have played in our history, and how critical they’ll be to imagining and building a brighter future.”
This partnership builds on America250’s collaborations with other youth organizations. Partners like Girl Scouts are crucial in educating American youth, fostering reflection on our nation’s history and developing leaders who will stand up for issues they care about. Girl Scouts provides girls in grades K–12 the opportunity to make the world a better place through community service, civics badges and learning from leaders and mentors in their communities. Through their respective educational and service programs, America250 and GSUSA will engage girls across the country to celebrate this milestone in our nation’s history.
For more details on Girl Scouts’ initiatives and upcoming events, visit GirlScouts.org. To learn more about America250 and its national commemorative efforts, visit America250.org.
About America250
America250’s mission is to celebrate and commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, marking America’s Semiquincentennial. We aim to inspire our fellow Americans to reflect on our past, strengthen our love of country, and renew our commitment to the ideals of democracy through programs that educate, engage, and unite us as a nation. America250 will foster shared experiences that spark imagination, showcase the rich tapestry of our American stories, inspire service in our communities, honor the enduring strength, and celebrate the resilience of the United States of America.
About Girl Scouts of the USA
Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through programs from coast to coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends. Backed by adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them. Join us, volunteer, reconnect, or donate.