Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The vision of Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is to be the inclusive organization of choice for girls in grades K-12. With the help of thousands of volunteers, it will be a recognized leader in advocacy for issues that affect girls, and the foremost authority on leadership development for girls and young women.

Description:
Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is one of the largest organizations in greater Boston dedicated to girls. The Council serves 41,000 girls and 17,000 adult volunteers from 178 cities and towns including Boston. GSEM develops girls’ character, confidence and courage, and blends tradition with innovation by continually adapting to meet the needs of today’s girls.

History:
Girl Scouts have been active in the Boston area since 1914. Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts was formed on February 1, 2008 through the merging of the Patriots' Trail, Spar & Spindle, and South Eastern Mass. councils.

Contact people:

Jenny Duquette, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email) Joan Reilly, Volunteer Manager, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (781) 893-0022

Address:

265 Beaver Street Waltham, MA 02452 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.girlscoutseasternmass.org