What is National Girl Scout Day?

National Girl Scout Day, March 12th, honors Girl Scouting's rich history and legacy in America each year as part of Girl Scout Week.

ette Gordon Low organized the first Girl Scout troop meeting in the United States of America on March 12, 1912, when Juliette Gordon Low initiated the first Girl Scout troop meeting. There were 18 girls present at this first troop meeting in Savannah, Georgia, on Saturday, Georgia. Juliette Gordon Low curated enrichment services, service projects, and outdoor adventures and adventures for these girls. Girl Scouts has increased to over 3.7 million members since the first meeting.