Welcome, Girl Scout Entrepreneurs and Families!
Find everything, you need to navigate the Cookie Program—from important dates and announcements to resources that help Girl Scouts build their businesses and families support their success.
Updates
You can find any program updates or announcements here, so make sure to visit often!
- Current resources for the 2027 season are still being created! Thank you for your patience, it’s going to be a great season!
Calendar
Mark your calendar and check back regularly for updates. Dates and details are subject to change.
| Day | January 2027 |
|---|---|
| 4 | Digital Cookie Welcome Email is sent to begin storefront setup |
| 6 | ilovecookies.org opt-out deadline |
| 11 |
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| 20 | Returning Camper Registration Opens | 27 | New Camper Registration Opens |
| Day | February 2027 |
|---|---|
| 10 |
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| 19 | National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend runs February 19–21 |
| Day | March 2027 |
|---|---|
| 21 | Last day of the Cookie Program |
| 28 | Final reward selections are due in Digital Cookie |
| Day | April 2027 |
|---|---|
| 5 | Adventure Point Survey sent to caregiver email; due April 18 |
| Day | May 2027 |
|---|---|
| Early May | Rewards arrive at service units |
| 15 | Girl Scout Day at the Zoo |
Resources
Explore Digital Cookie tip sheets and support videos designed to help you support your Girl Scout set up her storefront, navigate the Digital Cookie app, and make the most of its helpful features! Download and save this training index or you can also check out our gsHelpCenter article Digital Cookie Training Resources. Please note Digital Cookie will open for Girl Scouts starting January 5.
DIGITAL COOKIE REMINDERS AND CONSIDERATIONS
- Only one email can be associated with each Girl Scout in the Digital Cookie System. This email is associated with the caregiver account in the GSNorCal membership database (MyGS).
- If there is a family sharing custody of a Girl Scout, the best practice is to create one email both parties can use to support their Girl Scout’s cookie business.
- Girl Scouts can post on personal social media pages to let customers know the program has begun. If caregivers post their links to their personal pages, they should be aware that it may result in sales from customers they are not familiar with and encourage them to do shipped, not girl-delivered
- Once January 5, 2026 emails are sent, profiles can be created in Digital Cookie.
- Girl Scouts 13 years and older can have their email entered into the system; allowing them to manage their own Digital Cookie experience
under adult supervision. - Girl Scouts younger than 13 years old must have a caregiver email in the system for program management.
- Need to update a caregiver’s email address? Email info@gsnorcal.org with the subject line “Digital Cookie – update caregiver email.”
- Please note: any caregiver emails that are not updated in both Digital Cookie and the GSNorCal membership database (myGS) will have a recurring issue annually.
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Start with the Family Cookie Guide—your go-to resource for navigating the Cookie Program. Together with the helpful resources below, it will give you the tools and information you need to support your Girl Scout as she builds new skills and works toward her cookie goals!
Getting Started and Choosing How to Participate
Resources to help families understand the program and select an experience that works for them.
- Navigating Ways to Participate
- GSUSA Family Guides: Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors | Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors
- gsHelpCenter | Cookie Lingo
Supporting and Coaching Your Girl Scout
Resources to help caregivers encourage girl-led participation without taking over the experience.
- Family Support During the Girl Scout Cookie Program — Video
- Practical Tips for Parents and Caregivers
- Tips for Coaching Girl Scouts
- gsHelpCenter | ilovecookies.org
Building Skills and Earning Awards
Resources that connect Cookie Program participation with entrepreneurship skills, badges, and pins.
Digital Cookie and Online Marketing
Resources to help families set up Digital Cookie and safely support online promotion.
- Digital Cookie Login
- Digital Cookie Family Flyer
- Digital Marketing Tips for Cookie Entrepreneurs and Families
- gsHelpCenter | Digital Cookie Training Resources
Cookie Booths and Safety
Resources to help families prepare for safe and successful in-person participation.
The Girl Scout Cookie Program is about so much more than cookies—it’s your opportunity to build confidence, practice business skills, and discover the entrepreneur in you! These resources are designed especially for Girl Scouts to help you promote your cookie business, connect with customers, and work toward your goals.
Whether you’re sharing your Digital Cookie storefront, connecting with friends and neighbors, or participating in a cookie booth, you’ll find materials and ideas here to help you spread the word, share the Girl Scout mission, and make this cookie season a success!
I’d organize them into six categories so volunteers can quickly find resources based on what they are trying to accomplish.
Getting Started and Goal Planning
Resources to help Girl Scouts set goals, understand the program, and plan their Cookie Program experience.
Marketing and Customer Outreach
Resources for promoting a cookie business and reaching customers in person and throughout the community.
- Business Cards
- Door Hangers — GSUSA
- Door Hangers — ABC Bakers
- Mini Order Card — Printable
- Order Card
- Pitch Like a Cookie Boss!
- Yard Sign
Digital Marketing and Online Sales
Resources for creating an online presence and using Digital Cookie.
Cookie Booth Resources
Resources for preparing for and operating a safe, organized, and engaging cookie booth.
Cookie Donation Program
Cookie Donation Program is a community give-back project where entrepreneurs collect monetary donations toward the purchase of cookie packages for local organizations, such as food banks, military organizations, or hometown heroes. The council purchases the items to donate and distribute at the end of the program.
Product, Program, and Safety Information
Resources that help Girl Scouts and volunteers answer customer questions and participate safely.
Customer Appreciation
Resources for maintaining customer relationships and ending the season on a positive note.
Recursos para Girl Scouts
- Tarjeta de pedido
- Tarjeta del menú de galletas
- Consejos de marketing digital para emprendedores
- Recordatorios para Girl Scouts en Puestos de Galletas
- Carpa de Mesa con Precios por Paquete
- Colgadores de Puerta “Groovy”
- Colgadores de Puerta Color Lima
- Colgadores de Puerta Color Blanco
- Colgadores de Puerta Color Púrpura
- Tarjetas de Agradecimiento y de Reorden
- Empoderadas por Girl Scout Cookies
Recursos de apoyo para familias
Cookie Program Support
Should you have any questions throughout the cookie program, that you cannot find answers to within the resources provided, feel free to call the Cookie Hotline at 800-447-4475 ext. 6 or email us at info@gsnorcal.org. Please allow for 1-2 business day for a response.
Hotline Schedule
January 5-29 | Mon.– Fri. 9AM – 7PM
January 16 | Sat. 9AM – 7PM for Initial Order Support
February 1- March 21 | Mon. – Sun. 9AM – 7PM
Hotline Closed
Monday January 18, 2027 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr Day
Monday February 15, 2027 in observance of President’s Day
Last updated on October 1, 2026
