Training the Troop Cookie Manager
Prepare for the training
Secure location for trainingInvite TCM’s to the trainingCheck with Registrar to confirm TCMs are
registered and background checked Each TCM needs a signed position description One or more trainings may be needed
especially for new troops New troops will need to bring banking information to set up ACH
DeadlinesDate Action
9/11 Initial Orders begin
9/30 Opt out of Girl RecognitionsPlace troop Gluten Free OrderVerify Troop contacts in SNAP
10/7 Initial Troop Cookie Order and Early Recognitions due in snap by 5PM
Depot Insert date and time info here
10/3111/6
Great Cookie Dash
12/7 9 PM
Troop financials and awards due in SNAPAll troops need to submit Recognitions
12/7 Cookie Sale ends
ACH Dates
11/13 50% of $4…$2 for all of the troops initial order. (No Trios)
11/20 50% of balance due to GSCM as of 11/12 (No Trios)
12/1 Gluten Free order $4.30 per box
12/4 50% of balance in SNAP on the 11/30 date
12/11 All remaining cookie balance
How to use Snap for ACH
Depot Day
Safety First – No tagalongs!
TCMs will need their T1 Cookie Passport to be able to pick up cookies at Depot
Sort and count your cookies before loading car or signing documents
Date and time of Depot will be confirmed with GSCM about 1 week before delivery
Be flexible
Cookie Dash
Place preorder for cookies by 10/7
Pick up order at Depot Day
Sell your initial order and replenish at a cupboard by 11/6
Winners receive Special Booth Sale Pack
Cookie Cupboard ProceduresOpen from 10/30 to 12/7 Locations listed on roster, sent via email
* Reserve cookies via SNAP planned order - CASES ONLY
*Cupboard Managers send confirmation* Verify location of cupboard* Arrive at assigned time* Bring signed T1, T12 if necessary*No returns!
Troop to Troop
Troops can swap cookies one for one, no paperwork is needed.
Troops can transfer their cookies out of inventory to another troop.
*T4 form is filled out* Entered into SNAP in a timely manner
Single Boxes are OK
Booth Sales
Sites are secured by trained and appointed SU Booth Sale Coordinator not TCM
Service Unit Booth selection or lottery is held to assign booths
Additional Booth Locations in SNAP
Successful Booth Sales
Parental support is needed at all booths
Secure location for moneyClean, dry area for cookiesEnthusiastic, knowledgeable Girl Scouts Goal Signs Cookie Share GoalsBundles Cookie swapsRecipe card Thank you cardsReorder stickers Credit Card reader Cookie Share Donation ContainerEmergency Procedures Card
Tips for Success
Make frequent deposits
Use SNAP to ensure correct ACH amounts to avoid overdrafts
Frequently review the status of the cookie order during the sale
TCMs are financially responsible for all cookies in the troops possession
Report delinquencies to the Troop Leader and Service Unit Cookie Manager
Recognitions
New Recognition Choices for Girls
All troops need to submit a Recognition order in SNAP by December 7th
Girls will have the choice of 2 items at each level
OR
$5 Adventure Bucks* may be chosen and can ‘purchase’ Camp discounts, travel opportunities and fun stuff
*Girls that opt out are not eligible for Adventure Bucks
Recognition for Girls
Juniors and older may opt out of Recognitions but still receive patches
Profit levels are determined by total troop sales
TCMs to regularly update sales data to empower girls in reaching their goals
Final Recognition report submitted by December 7
Additional Cookie patches available at the store for purchase
Online resources
www.girlscouts.org
http://forgirls.girlscouts.org
www.girlscoutcookies.org
www.gscm.org
www.abcsmartcookies.com
Where to Get Help
Service Unit Cookie Manager
Other experienced TCM’s
PSC Cookie trainers outline on GSCM website
SNAP 24/7 helpline and videos
Council Cookie Goal
The GSCM Cookie Goal is to have all registered Girl Scouts actively selling cookies and to sell 1,369,819 boxes by December 7, 2015!
Wrap up
Distribute sample box of cookies for each troop
Turn in position descriptions/ACH forms
Pick up cookie sale paperwork
Get Service Unit Cookie Manager contact information
Thank you for volunteering ! Have a great time with the girls!
Have fun!