annual report 2009Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, Inc.

On my honor, I will try: To serve God and my country, To help people at all times, And to live by the

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Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, Inc. embraces pluralism and actively promotes inclusivity within Girl Scouting and the world in which we live.

On my honor, I will try To serve God and my country To help people at all times And, to live by the Girl Scout Law

I will do my best to be Honest and fair, Friendly and helpful, Considerate and caring, Courageous and strong, and Responsible for what I say and do,And to Respect myself and others, Respect authority, Use resources wisely, Make the world a better place, and Be a sister to every Girl Scout

Dear Friends:

For Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, 2009 was a pivotal year. During this challenging time, our council experienced growth which, we believe, clearly demonstrates how Girl Scouting continues to be a relevant experience. For many girls, Girl Scouting is a place where they find their voice–a voice that is given value and is heard.

As we extend our vision beyond the immediacy of time, there is a future where these young voices live. Starting today and extending for decades from now, these young voices will impact the trajectory of more than this country as their personal worlds become global.

But where does it start? It starts here with us in Arizona.

Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council provides the safe space where girls’ voices are affirmed. With leadership as the cornerstone of the Girl Scout movement, girls are encouraged to develop their leadership potential starting with development of a strong sense of self. They learn to trust their intuitive abilities and the qualities that are innate regarding their own sense of purpose. They recognize the importance of relationships with people and events around them, resulting in experiential learning that is alive with possibility and promise. What happens after the discovery... the connection... the action steps? It’s the unfolding of a world that is truly a better place. This is the Arizona that girls want and leads to creating the world that is a better place for all.

Within the pages of this annual report, we are pleased to share our council’s story as we work towards building an Arizona that supports our youth and listens to their voices. On behalf of thousands of adult volunteers and girls, we extend a heartfelt thank you to the multitude of friends and supporters who share a common vision for a bright future for girls. ■

Tamara WoodburyChief Executive Officer

Maria Carpenter OrtBoard President

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[ quick glance 2009 ][ 24,568 ] total girl membership of Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council

[ 9,872 ] committed, caring adult volunteers made Girl Scouting possible in 2009

[ 809 ] members have made a “lifetime” membership commitment to Girl Scouting

[ 1,995 ] organized troops engaged in activities which helped them to develop qualities that will serve them all their lives

[ 16,225 ] days of camp were experienced by girls

[ 42,700 + ] community service hours performed by girls who made the world a better place

[ 23 ] girls earned the Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouting; [ 176 ] girls earned the Silver Award, the highest award for girls ages 12-14; [ 389 ] girls earned the Bronze Award, the highest award for girls ages 9-11

[ 30,000 ] cookie packages donated by Girl Scouts through the Gift of Caring to St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance, various food banks and the military serving overseas.

[ $69,881 ] in financial assistance funded through the Campership Fund and other grants provided a camp experience for 718 girls who might not otherwise have attended camp

[ 66% ] of central and northern Arizona served by Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council

[ 3 ] additional state border areas served by the council: Utah and New Mexico, serving the Navajo Nation and the southern portion of Clark County, Nevada

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■■ Girl membership in 2009 was 24,568.

■■ Traditional troop program continues to be the cornerstone of Girl Scouting with nearly 2,000 troops active within the council’s jurisdiction.

■■ Girl Scouts reaches out to all girls. The council serves girls by being where they needs us, whether it is at community centers, after school programs, juvenile detention facilities or in houses of worship. Girl program is available during the weekends and the evenings. It extends into areas where economic hardships or lack of volunteers hinders traditional troop involvement. Girl Scouting is everywhere for every girl.

■■ During the membership year, there was a 10% increase in the number of Hispanic girls served and an 11% increase in the adult Hispanic membership. Overall, 20% of the council’s membership is Hispanic.

From the first day as a Girl Scout, a girl is impacted by experiences that live in her heart throughout her life. She meets new friends. She meets trusting adults. She develops a sense of belonging. Years from the first day, this girl will recall her leader’s name, her favorite experience, and, very often, she is still friends with girls who were in her troop.

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“Wherever I go, it’s fun to find out who is a Girl Scout. I thought Girl Scouting was just about the girls in my troop, but now I know it’s bigger than that … bigger than school or my neighborhood … and that’s awesome.”

–Girl Scout Junior

“It is the generosity of the Girl Scouts and their donors that make the camp experience happen for my daughter.”

–Girl Scout parent

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■■ Girl-driven programs create opportunities where girls see themselves as part of a larger whole, beyond self, troop, neighborhood and council. Themes and topics include, but are not limited to, health and fitness, science and math, leadership, advocacy (hunger, poverty, recycling), financial literacy, sports, and the arts.

■■ Girl Scouting is an experiential learning environment where girls are purposefully engaged. It is about making discoveries first-hand, active involvement, decision making, and self-reflection are components of the experience. This learning model is validated by research.

■■ The Girl Scout Cookie Program prepares girls for the business world. This entrepreneurial-based activity teaches goal-setting, financial literacy, customer service and team building skills. For three months out of the year, girls run a program that propels Thin Mints past Oreos and Chips Ahoy as the best selling cookie in the country.

■■ The Girl Scout camp experience is a rich, robust adventure that brings girls together to live in an outdoor community. Girls camp in lodges or tents. They learn outdoor skills and the value of teamwork. They develop a sense of well-being as they experience living in the natural environment.

Girl Scout program is a strong foundation for leadership development. Whether troop or council-sponsored, each activity holds an experience that teaches girls the importance of personal responsibility and the spirit of teamwork. While times have changed and leadership styles evolve, Girl Scouts remain constant in their mission to build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.

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The Girl Scout Gold Award is the highest award that can be earned by Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors. In 2009, 23 girls received the award. In 2008, only five girls were recipients of this prestigious award.

■■ Martha Claire Ballard

■■ Natalie Bedard

■■ Starla Burton

■■ Brenna Carpenter

■■ Shauna Casey

■■ Skye Rayshawn Castle

■■ Johanna Dunn

■■ Kaitlyn Samantha Eaton

■■ Melissa Fedt

■■ Lisa Gilliland

■■ Hanna Rose Hemmingson

■■ Adair Judith Horning

■■ Ashley Jordan

■■ Melissa Leneweaver

■■ Echo Love

■■ Rebecca Lynn Mavis

■■ Sarah Mavis

■■ Amy Patton

■■ Elisabeth Reil

■■ Jessica Rydberg

■■ Cayla Yvonne Sanderson

■■ Sophia Sisson

■■ Shandee Vaughn

■■ Lindsey Welsh

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■■ More than 9,870 adults volunteered in some capacity to assure deliver of the Girl Scout program. From troop leaders and cookies managers to committee members and the board of directors, volunteers are critical in the success of the Girl Scout experience.

■■ Recent studies from the national organization GSUSA indicated that girls often enjoy leaders and adult volunteers who are closer to their own age. In response, the council has focused on attracting volunteers in the ages 18-29. Eight percent (762), of the total volunteer population were within this age range. This is a 4% increase from 2008.

■■ While the overall adult volunteer membership increased in 2009, we are proud that the number of Hispanic adult volunteers increased by 11%.

■■ GSACPC volunteers provided approximately 1,052,784 hours of service in 2009. Based on Independent Sector’s estimated value of volunteer time, at $20.25 per hour, our volunteers have provided $21,318,876 in service.

■■ From 2006 to 2009, the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust (the Trust) funded the development and implementation of a new volunteer entry system. For the project, three outcomes were identified: 1) increased volunteer recruitment, 2) improved utilization of volunteers, and 3) improved rate of volunteer retention.

Volunteers contribute a wealth of time, energy and talents to Girl Scouts. Their involvement ensures that girls have dynamic and enriching experiences. While many individuals volunteer to spend time with daughters and granddaughters, many volunteers often discover their personal experience can be remarkably rewarding and deeply fulfilling for themselves, too.

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“I was a Girl Scout and never realized how much my troop leader did for me until now. As a leader for a Brownie troop, I feel an enormous responsibility to my girls. I am working with tomorrow’s leaders.”

–Girl Scout Brownie Troop Leader

“She was proud of herself for doing new things. She felt good about having fun and learning new things. She loved camping under the stars!”

–Parent of a 2nd grade camper at Camp Maripai

■■ To be relevant and accessible to council stakeholders in an ever-evolving society, social media was integrated as a viable marketing communications and fundraising tool. Facebook, Twitter and YouTube help us to communicate with girls, parents, volunteers and friends across the council and around the world.

■■ Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council alumni responded well to the multi-channel marketing campaign–Support the Sash, increasing the average alumni gift from $50 to $200.

■■ As the untapped economic engine of the new century, girls and women hold the ability to manifest seismic changes to our country and the entire global landscape. In creating the Girl Effect USA web site, the council is poised to collaboratively reach out and share the message of girl empowerment and its positive impact on the global community.

■■ We are most grateful for generous gifts, grants, and contributions during 2009 of $961,245, up 3% from 2008.

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Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council fosters relationships comprised of individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and agencies to strengthen the work of serving girls. In establishing and nurturing connections, each interaction provides an opportunity for the council to reinforce key messages, validate donor decisions, and ultimately advance our mission to build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.

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Lisa Keegan

Lisa Lee Love

Melanie Picciano

Kaitlyn Stone

Kay McKay

Marian Frank

Taylor Petersen

Gabriela Guerra

Leslie Mihata Bloom

Melinda Romero

Hillary Eder

Catherine Bina

Lt. Jacquelyn MacConnell

Deborah Gilpin

Sara Ellenberger

Alyssa Rollando

■■ World Leadership AwardLisa Keegan, The Keegan Company

■■ World of Community ServiceKay McKay, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flagstaff

■■ World of Courage Leslie Mihata Bloom, Partnership for Drug Free AmericaLt. Jacquelyn MacConnell, City of Phoenix

■■ World of the FutureLisa Lee Love, Arizona State University

■■ World of HumanityMarian Frank, The Arizona Republic

■■ World of LearningMelinda Romero, Chandler Unified School District

■■ World of the ArtsDeborah Gilpin, Children’s Museum of Phoenix

■■ World Leadership AwardMelanie Picciano, Fountain Hills

■■ World of Community ServiceTaylor Petersen, ScottsdaleHillary Eder, Mesa

■■ World of ArtsSara Ellenberger, Ahwatukee

■■ World of CourageKaitlyn Stone, Flagstaff

■■ World of HumanityGabriela Guerra, Ahwatukee

■■ World of the FutureCatherine Bina, Ahwatukee

■■ World of LearningAlyssa Rollando, Ahwatukee

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ard honorees ]Each year the council honors Girl Scout alumni who embody the Girl Scout Promise and Law in their life’s work. Eight women and eight young women were recognized for their achievements during the 15th Annual World Awards.

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Sharing our Mission with the Community: An open invitation to help make the world a better place.

During the past few years, GSPAPC has made intentional effort to offer events and experiential opportunities for the community. Focusing on authentic leadership, or “leadership from the inside, out.” The 2009 Momentum series brought world-known thought leaders to Phoenix.

■■ Through the programs Self-Managing Leadership, U-Theory and Breakfast with Ken and Margie Blanchard both volunteers and community members came together to exercise and expand their knowledge and emotional intelligence as leaders.

■■ The annual one-day Girl’s World is Different conference tackles the complex issues related to girls in today’s society. Headlining this year’s conference was research from the Girl Scout Research Institute: Good Intentions: The Beliefs and Values of Teens and Tweens Today.

■■ Fifty women attended one of the several Coming Into Your Own (CIYO) experiences. CIYO is an intensive three to four day retreat experience where women are encouraged to explore their lives and how they can align their values, interests and skills to make a difference.[ s

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"I can't wait to share what I've experienced at CIYO with others and about the importance of reflective practices, why we sit in circle, and more. It was incredible!"

–2009 CIYO Participant Feedback

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Assets

Liabilities and Net Assets

Net Assets (Fund Balance)

Total Assets $ 17,670,171

Total Liabilites $ 490,566

Total Net Assets (Fund Balance) $ 17,179,605

Total Liabilites and Net Assets (Fund Balance) $ 17,670,171

■ Cash $ 1,815,174■ Investments $ 7,949,292■ Board Designated Endowment Fund $ 2,711,653■ Accounts Receivable $ 186,605■ Prepaid Expense $ 63,168■ Inventories $ 151,435■ Land, Building, and Equipment $ 4,792,844

■ Accounts and Other Payables $ 418,272■ Deferred Income $ 72,294

■ Unrestricted $ 13,331,515■ Board Designation □Arizona Community Foundation $ 2,711,653 □Property Replacement $ 505,871■ Temporarily Restricted $ 630,566

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Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council is an independent, not for profit organization, classified as a 501 (c) (3) organization by the Internal Revenue Service. This report reflects financial activities and financial position for the 12 months ending December 31, 2009.

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[ financials ]Revenue

Expenses

Total Revenue $ 9,878,033

Total Expenses $ 9,583,337

Change in Net Assets $ 294,696

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[ revenue ] [ expenses ]

■ Product Sales $ 6,214,191■ Camp and Program Fees $ 1,166,985■ Investment (includes unrealized gain) $ 1,175,582■ Individual, Corp. & Foundations $ 621,617■ United Way Allocations $ 371,176■ Merchandise Sales $ 328,482

■ Program $ 8,172,954■ Management and General $ 1,064,841■ Fund Development $ 345,542

Audited financial statements presented by Miller, Allen & Co., P.C.

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The Girl Scouts–Arizona Cactus-Pine Council relies on contributions from individuals, families, small businesses, corporations, foundations, and local United Way campaigns. We are grateful for all donors who support the work of the council. Together, they have a significant impact in strengthening the community.

Carol AckersonAlexander and Baldwin FoundationAlliance of Arizona NonprofitsCarolynn A. AndersonArizona Commission on the ArtsArizona Community FoundationArizona DiamondbacksArizona Diamondbacks FoundationArizona Public ServiceArizona RepublicArizona State Lottery CommissionArizona State UniversityArizona State University FoundationArmorWorks Enterprises, LLCArpin of ArizonaAshdon FarmsAnnette AveryAvnetEight, Arizona PBSBetsey BaylessDebora BlackDenise Blommel and Don DoerresBlue Cross Blue Shield of ArizonaBoeing Mesa, Employee’s Community FundBradburn Family FoundationLaura BurgisLupe CamargoCardinals CharitiesDeborah CarstensCity of ChandlerCity of PhoenixLinda Conrad

Jason CoochwytewaAida CoronaCox CharitiesCoyotes CharitiesLou A. CreberMary C. CrumbakerEunice C. DeDiosElida DesmondDeborah DillonDeluxe CorporationLaura J. DiamondDiscover Financial ServicesDorrance Family FoundationKathleen F. DusseauJ. Marie EdwardsPatrick EdwardsJanet G. ElseaEnterprise Leasing Company of PhoenixDavid ErhartBetty FairfaxMary FarinaBarbara Pool FenzlEarl FergusonThe Fetzer InstituteFord MotorsKerri FordForest Highlands FoundationLawrence C. ForsytheFreeport McMoRan Copper & Gold FoundationPatricia FugateDavid FurnessEmma Garcia

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General DynamicsGila River Indian CommunityGirl Scouts of the USAIrene GramzaGreater Phoenix Chamber of CommerceTomas Guerra and Yolanda Edwards-GuerraNatalie HallScott HarelsonVictoria C. HazardJeanne and Gary HerbergerDavid W. HirschMary Lee HoffmanMichael G. HoffmanKate Dillon HoganHolbrook Pyle FundHoneywell Hometown SolutionsIntelMary Sue JacobsJewish Family & Children's ServiceJohn F. Long FoundationJanet A. KingtonFaith C. KlepperKristie KumpJeanine L'EcuyerL. Roy Papp & AssociatesLafayette Barr & Associates, Inc.Susan A. LaidlawAgnes LawsonJohn LeshinskiGordon LewisBarbara LewkowitzLincoln GIVESLittle Brownie BakersDebbie C. LoCascioLisa L. LoveLouise F. LucasWilliam LuskAndrea L. MaciasStacy A. MagowanRita P. MaguireMaricopa County Attorney's Office

Deborah K. MazoyerJim McSherrySteven and Cheryl MegliAngela C. MelczerRobin T. MeredithMesa United WayMary L. MitchellNelson G. Mitchell IIIAmy MontagneMorgan StanleySusan G. MurphyMutual of AmericaNason Family FoundationNavajo WayNikeNina Mason Pulliam Charitable TrustMaria Carpenter OrtOtto & Edna Neely FoundationSandra PatchettBessie PayanVirginia PayanBuzz and Neil PhilliberPhoenix Suns CharitiesCarol R. PhyleLinda PopeDeborah RayHarriet RedwineRim InstituteSharon RobertsonRodel Charitable FoundationMelinda RomeroSusan RussellSalt River ProjectDeanna SanfordDawn E. SchurSempra Energy Global EnterprisesMargaret Serrano-FosterMichele ShararAlice SnellSnell & Wilmer, LLPDouglas SteinsiekStone Soup Fund

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Sundt FoundationJulie M. SvobodaSynergy Seven, Inc.Susan M. TapiaRobin and Jim TelleDenise TerpstraThe Arizona Republic/ 12 News Season for SharingThe Duckmint Partnership/PressBruce ThoenyMary L. ThomasThunderbirds CharitiesJean T. TichenorBetty A. TiheyTeri TwarkinsUnited Way of Northern Arizona-FlagstaffUnited Way of Northern Arizona-NortheastUnited Way of Yavapai CountyUSAA Community AffairsValle del Sol

Valley of the Sun United WayKarilyn L. Van OostenJacquelin VioletteVirginia G. Piper Charitable TrustSusanne C. WellsWells FargoRebekah C. WhitehouseChristine Whitney SanchezChristine WilkinsonMichael C. WinnFrederick W. Witteborg Trust TAITamara WoodburyJames O. ZimmermanLori ZitoZonta Foundation of the East Valley

Allegra Print and ImagingAngela C. MelczerArizona Biltmore Resort & SpaArizona DiamondbacksArizona MagazineAs You Wish PotteryBabe's PhotosBarb HumbleChristine McNallyCole Wealth Management, LLC.Danny SchayesHanna SchwartzDiscount Tire Company, Inc.Florencia Pizza BistroGainey Village Health Club & SpaImages by MichaelJean Magley

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & SpaKate Dillon HoganLance BurtonLouis G. BelkenModa Fina Fine JewelryJuanita BlosePhoenix MercuryRandy MeredithSchmitt JewelersScottsdale Resort & Conference CenterSonoran VideoSouthwest Airlines Co.SRM PressWorld Wide Technology, Inc.

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The Girl Scout-Arizona Cactus-Pine Council board of directors is comprised of 34 men, women and girl members. Individuals have expertise in fields ranging from financial services to publishing. The board with members from the Latino, African-American, American Indian and Caucasian communities reflects Girl Scouting’s strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

President .......................................................... Maria Carpenter Ort1st Vice President ...................................... Margaret Serrano-Foster2nd Vice President ............................................... Ellen KirschbaumTreasurer ................................................................ Michael HoffmanSecretary ...................................................................Scott HarelsonExecutive Director/CEO ................................... Tamara J. Woodbury

Lydia ArandaDeborah BlackLaura BurgisLupe CarmagoAlly ClarkJason CoochwytewaDeborah DillonPatrick EdwardsJanita GordonIrene GramzaKathy Granillo-BeebeRebecca GrogitskyGabriela GuerraTomas GuerraGabriela Gusse

Kate Dillon HoganSusan LaidlawGordon LewisJennifer HinkelLaura MadridNelson MitchellMaria-Elena OchoaAmanda PeraltaKimberly SeeBruce ThoenyLauren TomlinsonTeri TwarkinsKarilyn Van OostenJennifer Willis

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Nicole Andersen

Mesa United WayUnited Way of Northern Arizona

United Way of Northern Arizona, Northeast ChapterUnited Way of Yavapai County

Valley of the Sun United Way

Robin Telle

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