Girl Scouts Heart Of Central California

What Girl Scouts Heart Of Central California does

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) is a regional 501(c)(3) nonprofit council affiliated with Girl Scouts of the USA, headquartered in Sacramento, California, and operating under a trademark licensing agreement with the national organization. The council serves an 18-county region in Central California spanning the Sacramento Valley to the Sierra Nevada foothills, delivering youth development programming to girls from kindergarten through 12th grade plus adult volunteers. Core offerings include the Girl Scout Cookie Program (the primary annual fundraising activity, teaching five entrepreneurial skills — goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics), Camp Menzies summer camp, structured badge and award programs across STEM/outdoor/life-skills/creative-arts/entrepreneurship categories, After-School Clubs, the Fall Product Program (nuts, candy, magazines), and the Highest Awards track (Bronze, Silver, Gold).

Revenue is generated from six distinct streams: membership dues ($65/year for girl members, $30/year for adult members), Cookie Program sales (proceeds retained locally after baker costs), Fall Product Program sales, facility reservations on owned properties (Sacramento and Modesto Program Centers, Davis/Tracy/Woodland cabins, Camp Fleming campsites, archery range, lodge), program and event fees, and donations/grants from individuals, corporations, and foundations. Distribution runs through MyGS (national membership/registration portal), the Volunteer Toolkit, gsLearn (online training), the Digital Cookie e-commerce platform, RecDesk (facility booking), Rallyhood (member networking across 18 counties), and direct troop-led community distribution.

Operationally, the council is volunteer-intensive: "thousands of volunteers" — including troop leaders, service unit team members, and event volunteers — run the field-level programming, supported by paid council staff and a tiered recognition system (Volunteer of Excellence, Appreciation Pin, Honor Pin, Thanks Badge, Thanks Badge II). The organization is not venture-backed and not PE-owned; it operates as a mission-driven nonprofit under federal Congressional Charter protection of the Girl Scout brand held by GSUSA.

Name

Girl Scouts Heart Of Central California

Legal name

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California

Website

https://girlscoutshcc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1912

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California is a 501(c)(3) regional council of Girl Scouts of the USA serving 18 counties in Central California from Sacramento. It delivers youth development programming — including the Cookie Program, summer camp, badges, and after-school clubs — to girls in K-12 plus adult volunteers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Civic and Social Organizations (8134)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Mentoring & Positive Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA), Life Skills & SEL Camps (Confidence, Executive Function, Social Skills) (EDAMALAO)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• Leadership development services
• Summer camp programs
• Nonprofit youth services
• After-school programming

Headquarters

HQ city

Sacramento

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees collected from girl members ($65) and adult members ($30). Membership year runs October to September. These dues fund council operations and Girl Scout programming.
2. Cookie Program: The Girl Scout Cookie Program is the primary fundraising activity. Girls sell cookies through individual sales, digital storefronts, and cookie booths. Proceeds stay local to support troop activities and council programming after paying for cookie costs.
3. Fall Product Program: Council-authorized product sales including magazines, nut and candy products, and more through vendors like Ashdon Farms, Trophy Nut, and M2 Media Group.
4. Facility Reservations: Rental revenue from council properties including Sacramento and Modesto Program Centers, Davis/Tracy/Woodland Cabins, Camp Fleming campsites, archery range, and lodge. Reservations made through RecDesk platform.
5. Donations and Grants: Charitable contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations through various giving programs including annual giving, corporate partnerships, and planned giving.
6. Program Fees: Fees for specific programs and events including camp experiences, badge workshops, outdoor adventures, and specialty programs. Pricing varies by event.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California is a regional 501(c)(3) nonprofit council serving 18 counties in Central California under Girl Scouts of the USA. It delivers youth development programming for girls from kindergarten through 12th grade, including the annual Girl Scout Cookie Program, Camp Menzies summer camp, badge and journey curricula, after-school clubs, and signature events. The council is supported by a volunteer-led troop structure across an 18-county service area.

Product overview

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California is a regional 501(c)(3) nonprofit council serving 18 counties in Central California under Girl Scouts of the USA. The organization offers a comprehensive portfolio of products and programs centered on youth development through leadership experiences. Core offerings include the Girl Scout Cookie Program (teaching entrepreneurial skills), Camp Menzies (summer camp), Badge and Award Programs, Girl Scouts After-School Clubs, and Event Programming. Supporting platforms include MyGS (membership portal), Volunteer Toolkit (troop management), and gsLearn (online training). Additional programs include the Fall Product Program, Facility Reservations, and Highest Awards (Bronze, Silver, Gold). The council operates properties including Sacramento and Modesto Program Centers, cabin rentals, and Camp Fleming for camping and retreats.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Girl Scout Cookie Program Annual cookie sales program teaching Girl Scouts five essential skills (goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics). Sold through individual sales, digital storefronts, cookie booths, and door-to-door. Proceeds stay local to support troop activities and council programming.
• Girl Scout Camp Menzies Summer camp program operated by GSHCC offering outdoor experiences including camping, hiking, archery, and other activities for Girl Scouts entering 4th through 12th grade.
• Badge and Award Programs Structured programs allowing Girl Scouts to earn badges across categories including STEM, Outdoor, Life Skills, Creative Arts, and Entrepreneurship at different grade levels from Daisies through Ambassadors.
• Girl Scouts After-School Clubs Structured after-school programming that brings Girl Scout experiences to girls in school settings through partnerships with schools and community organizations.
• Fall Product Program Council-authorized product sales program (distinct from the cookie program) offering magazines, nut and candy products, and other items during the fall season through vendors such as Ashdon Farms, Trophy Nut, and M2 Media Group.
• Event Programming Calendar of activities and events including badge workshops, outdoor adventures, self-defense workshops, geocaching, and specialty programs for Girl Scouts of all levels. Includes paid offerings such as Two of Us Weekend at Fleming, Explore Out advanced hikes, Habitats Badge Day, Girl Power Self Defense, and Cool Treats and New Friends events.
• Facility Reservations Rental program for GSHCC properties including Sacramento and Modesto Program Centers, Davis/Tracy/Woodland Cabins, Camp Fleming campsites, Archery Range, and Lodge facilities. Reservations are managed through the RecDesk platform.
• Girl Scout Annual Membership Annual membership for girl members (kindergarten through 12th grade) at $65 per year, with membership year running October 1 to September 30. Financial aid available.
• Adult Volunteer Annual Membership Annual membership for adult members (volunteers and supporters) at $30 per year, granting access to volunteer roles, training, and troop support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Girls develop five essential entrepreneurial skills through the Cookie Program: goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Effie Yeaw Nature CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGSHCC Program Partner providing natural science education and outdoor experiences for Girl Scouts. The center hosts badge programs including Habitats Badge Day where girls earn badges through guided nature walks and wildlife education with center naturalists.
• Eastern Ways Martial ArtsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgram partner providing self-defense instruction and Girl Power programs for Girl Scouts. Offers hands-on self-defense workshops teaching life skills of self-defense, awareness, and confidence through scenario-based training.
• Little Brownie BakerscoreOthersOne of two commercial bakers licensed by Girl Scouts of the USA to produce Girl Scout Cookies. GSHCC sources cookie products from this vendor for the Cookie Program.
• ABC BakerscoreOthersOne of two commercial bakers licensed by Girl Scouts of the USA to produce Girl Scout Cookies. Alternative cookie vendor for councils.
• Ashdon FarmsminorOthersVendor for the Fall Product Program providing nut and candy products for council-authorized product sales.
• Trophy NutminorOthersVendor for the Fall Product Program providing nut products for council-authorized product sales.
• M2 Media GroupminorOthersFall Product Program vendor providing online tools and activities for Girl Scouts in addition to magazine subscriptions and product programs.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• 4-H (National 4-H Council): U.S. Department of Agriculture-affiliated youth development organization with county-level clubs delivering leadership, STEM, agriculture, and civic engagement programming highly analogous to Girl Scout programming.
• Camp Fire: National youth development nonprofit offering similar programming including badges, outdoor experiences, and community service. Serves both boys and girls with comparable council/regional structure to GSHCC.
• Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America): The most direct peer in U.S. youth scouting, delivering badge-based programming, outdoor experiences, and leadership development to youth through volunteer-led troops and local councils nationwide.

Broad incumbents

• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National nonprofit operating local club facilities offering after-school programming, leadership development, and youth services. Comparable as a broad youth-development incumbent serving similar demographics with local-club affiliates.
• Girl Scouts of the USA: National umbrella organization and Congressional Charter holder that licenses local councils including GSHCC. Directly comparable as the parent brand governing programming, trademarks, and curriculum standards across all Girl Scout councils.

Regional players

• YWCA USA: Federated nonprofit network with local affiliates delivering youth empowerment, leadership, and SEL programming for girls and women. Comparable as a girl-focused youth development organization with local affiliate structure.
• Jack and Jill of America, Inc. National membership organization supporting youth development, leadership, and civic engagement for children across local chapters. Comparable as a membership-based family and youth development nonprofit with chapter structures.

Emerging players

• Trail Life USA: Faith-based outdoor adventure and leadership organization for boys and girls delivering scouting-style programming through local troops. Comparable as an emerging scout-style alternative with badge and outdoor experiences.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles1 record

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