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Girl Scout badges form the foundation of activities that help girls grow as Girl Scouts. Whether it’s by exercising and staying healthy, advocating on behalf of others, learning how to start a business, protecting our environment, or exploring careers that can truly change the world for the better, girls gain the skills and the inspiration to accept challenges, overcome obstacles, and take the lead.
Acclaim Graphics 
Location: 908 N Garvin St, Evansville, IN or troop location
To schedule: Contact Kelly Birkhead at kelly@acclaimgraphics.com or call (812) 453-8371
Mon-Fri 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Cost: $10-$20/shirt
Troop Tie-Dye Program
Tie-dye and create your own wearable art with Acclaim Graphics! The cost includes all dyes, setup, gloves, t-shirts, and rinsing instructions to take home with you. Girls and adults can tie-dye. Cost is $10/shirt for youth sizes and adult sizes S-XL, $15/shirt for 2XL, and $20/shirt for 3XL & 4XL. No group size minimum.
Albion Fellows Bacon Center
Location: Evansville Indiana
Contact To Schedule: Contact the Prevention Education Department by calling (812) 422-9372, or email Jenna Hudson-Lenn (jennah@albioncenter.org) or Shelby Travis ( shelbyt@albioncenter.org)
Cost: Free
Who: Middle and High School Girl Scouts
Relationship Skills for Violence Prevention Program
The Prevention Education Department at the Albion Center presents the ‘Relationship Skills for Violence Prevention’ (R.S.V.P) program. The curriculum offers training for middle and high school students on healthy relationship skills, recognizing red flags in friendships and dating relationships, the power and control dynamics leading to abuse, finding help for yourself or others, and bystander intervention methods. This curriculum is adaptable from 1-5 sessions and a variety of settings and situations, including in-person or via Zoom. Students and Parents will also need to complete Albion’s R.S.V.P. Participation Request Form. After the training, and with permission, girls will be anonymously surveyed for data collection purposes. Sensitive Issues Permission form required.
American Red Cross
Location: Virtual or In Person (depending on program)
To schedule: Contact Loida Rodriguez, Loida.Rodriguez@redcross.org, (317) 452-2816
Cost: Free
Prepare with Pedro the Penguin Preparedness Presentation for Daisies & Brownies
Location: Virtual
Grades: K-3
Prepare with Pedro in a 30-45-minute preparedness education program that teaches girls how to be prepared and take action during home fires and/or local hazards. Learn more about Prepare with Pedro!
The Pillowcase Project for Brownies & Juniors
Location: Virtual or In Person
Grades: 2-5
This is a preparedness education program that teaches girls about personal and family preparedness and safety skills, local hazards, and basic coping skills. Volunteers will lead girls through “Learn, Practice, Share” frameworks to teach them about disaster preparedness and survival skills. Upon completion, girls will receive a pillowcase to build their personal emergency supply kits. Learn more about The Pillowcase Project.
Be Red Cross Ready Program
Location: Virtual
Grades: K-12
This program teaches simple steps to follow in advance to ensure that girls and their families can weather a crisis safely and comfortably. Girls will learn to build a survival kit, make a plan, and understand the disasters that are likely to happen in their area.
MapSwipe Program for Cadettes, Seniors & Ambassadors
Location: Virtual
Grades: 6-12
Girls can help humanitarians find vulnerable people. This mobile app helps making mapping around the world more coordinated and efficient. MapSwipe allows girls to support humanitarian responses worldwide in three simple steps.
Community Service Bar Volunteer Opportunity with the American Red Cross
Location: Varies
Grades: K-12
Volunteering with the American Red Cross allows girls to support the largest humanitarian organizations in the world while making a positive impact on their peers and their community. Girls can learn new skills, maximize talent, meet new people, improve their resumes, and earn the Community Service Bar Pin while making a difference in the lives of others. Volunteer opportunities are available for girls K-12.
ARK Creative Dessert Co
Location: Troop meeting location or GSSI workshop
To schedule: Contact Anicia (812) 827-0574 or message ARK Creative Dessert Co. on Facebook
Cost: $25 per girl
Learn how to decorate sugar cookies with ARK Creative Dessert Co! Each girl will receive three cookies to follow along with the instructor and learn how to decorate using different royal icing techniques. The program lasts approximately one hour. A fun patch can be added at an additional cost.
Build-A-Bear
Location: Build-A-Bear Workshop, Eastland Mall, 800 N Green River Rd, Evansville, IN
To Schedule: Call (812) 469-9999
Cost: $40 per girl
Special Girl Scout-themed Troop party packages feature a Girl Scout furry friend for each Girl to make and take home. For an additional fee, girls can personalize their bears with Girl Scout-inspired uniforms, fashions, accessories, and even a Girl Scout Cookie scent.
Crisis Connection
Location: 919 E 14th St Suite 100, Jasper, IN 47546
To schedule: Contact Renee Williams, renee.williams@crisisconnectioninc.org, (812) 482-1555
Cost: Free
Who: Girl Scouts in Dubois, Perry, Spencer, Pike, & Martin counties
"In Their Shoes" Relationship Card Simulator
Location: Will meet at troop meeting location
Grades: 9-12
A scenario-based training designed to help participants learn what dating violence is like from a victim's perspective.
One Love—Healthy & Unhealthy Relationships
Location: Will meet at troop meeting location
Grades: 6-12
One Love engages young people with powerful films and honest conversation. Through their workshops and peer-to-peer discussions, One Love offers a framework that helps students spread the message online and in their communities. One Love educates young people about healthy and unhealthy relationships, empowering them to identify and avoid abuse and learn how to love better. The programs give students the tools to recognize the warning signs of abuse, understand the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships, and help to empower bystanders.
Badge: Step 3 of Senior Women's Health Badge
CrossFit High Bar
Location: 301 N Stockwell Rd, Evansville, IN
To schedule: Contact Leslie, (812) 404-0095
Cost: Varies based on program
Kids ‘n Action
Cost: $10/girl
When: 1st Sat of the month at 10:15 AM CDT
Age: Program is open to ages 3+
Girls can get moving and learn all about cross training in this kid-friendly training class while earning badges.
Badges: Brownie My Best Self; Junior Staying Fit; Cadette Good Sportsmanship; Senior Cross Training
On Ramp Intro to CrossFit
Cost: Contact for pricing
When: Mon, Wed & Fri 5:30 or 6:00 PM CDT
Age: Program is open to ages 10+
CrossFit High Bar offers introductory training classes for ages 10 and older. These small group classes meet 3 times a week for 2 weeks.
Badges: Brownie My Best Self; Junior Staying Fit; Cadette Good Sportsmanship; Senior Cross Training
Elliot Kyusho-Jitsu
Location: 942 W Main St, Boonville, IN
To schedule: Contact Master Eric Elliot, xiaozhangkempo@yahoo.com
Tri-State’s premier leader in both fun and educational martial arts instruction. Academies in Boonville and Petersburg. Contact to schedule troop self-defense class.
Emerald Design
Location: Troop meeting or alternate program location (facilitator willing to travel no further than 10 miles outside of Evansville area)
To schedule: Contact Whitney Muncy at 812-760-0452 or emeraldevv@gmail.com
Cost: Price depends on program needs.
Floral Design Program
Learn the basics of floral design and the process of growing cut flowers. Plus, use your artistic skills and new techniques to create your own floral work of art!
Enchanted Character Co
Location: Troop meeting location (mileage fee of $2/mile for locations more than 10 miles from Downtown Evansville.
To schedule: Contact enchantedcharacterco@gmail.com
Cost: Girl Scout discounted rate of $125 for 1 hour program. Includes one character. Additional characters can be added for $50 per character.
Enchanted Character Co. is a professional character entertainment company in Southern Indiana. The program includes story time, music time, and craft and/or games/activities. The program can be tweaked depending on the age of the girls.
Etiquette Classes with Charm Appeal & Hosting
Location: 401 SE 6th St, Suite 110 E, Evansville, IN 47713 (or troop location for groups of 9 or more)
To schedule: Charnika Baltzell, Baltzell.Charnika@yahoo.com, (812) 647-4518
Cost: $25/girl; *Contact for special group rate.
Dining Etiquette Workshop
Grades: K-12
Girls will receive a comprehensive overview of dining which includes utensil review, course identification, and informal/formal table settings. Due to limited space, the class will be held at the troop's location for groups over 8. Course includes a certificate of completion. Contact for information on programs for different grade levels.
Badge: Steps 4 & 5 of the Ambassador Dinner Party badge
Image Etiquette Workshop
Grades: 2-12
This workshop is designed to teach girls the importance of image and how to properly present themselves. Poise and elegance will be emphasized through topics such as sitting, standing, and walking. Personal grooming and hygiene instruction will also be discussed. Contact for information on programs for different grade levels.
Public Speaking Etiquette Workshop
Grades: 4-12
This workshop is designed to teach girls how to present themselves in front of an audience. The session is spent allowing students time to practice presentations and learn the dos and don’ts of public speaking. Due to limited space, the class will be held at the troop’s location for groups over 8. Contact for information on programs for different grade levels.
Badge: Cadette Public Speaker
Business Etiquette Workshop
Grades: 9-12
This program is designed to teach students to proper business etiquette and protocol practices crucial to success in the workplace.
Badge: Senior Business Etiquette
Evansville African American Museum
Location: 579 N. Garvin St., Evansville. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children.
To Schedule: Contact RheAnn White Driskell, Program Development Manager, programs@evvaam.org
When: Anytime Program My Family Story Badge for Brownies
This museum celebrates the struggles, successes, and experiences of African Americans in Evansville over the last 70 years.
Evansville Philharmonic
Location: EP Offices 20 NW 3rd St, Suite 500 on the Fifth Floor of the 5/3 Bank Building
To Schedule: Contact Jeanne Bundy, jbundy@evansvillephilharmonic.org, (812) 425-5050, Ext. #300
Who: All Girl Scouts
Girl Scout Discount for the 2024-2025 Evansville Pharmonic Season
Adult $25 Ticket Discount Code: GS425 (discount is available for all CL & Pops concerts, except Star Wars)
FREE Child/Student Ticket Discount Code: GS40
The Evansville Philharmonic is the largest arts institution in the Tri-State area and is offering discounted & free tickets to local Girl Scouts. The high-quality programs provided annually by the Orchestra continue to improve the quality of life throughout our Tri-State community. The music of the Evansville Philharmonic is a source of joy, solace, and inspiration to thousands of people.
HOW DO I PURCHASE TICKETS WITH THE DISCOUNT CODE?
The link to purchase tickets online is below. When purchasing with a discount code, the ticket type must show the Adult ticket for the $25 ticket. When using the FREE Child/Student ticket discount, you must use the drop-down arrow to change the ticket type to Child/Student for each concert. This discount can be applied on their concerts (excludes Uncorked and Star Wars). You can purchase over the phone with the EP Box Office by calling (812) 425-5050, #300 between 10 AM - 4 PM, Monday through Friday, or you can use the link below to purchase online.
Fire Horse Yoga
Location: 702 1/2 Main St, Jasper, IN 47546
To schedule: Contact Samantha Knies Gray, samantha@firehorseyoga.com, (812) 631-2530
Cost: $7/girl
Grades: K-12
Yoga Program at Fire Horse Yoga
Escape into a world of comfort, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Learn how yoga can help reduce stress and keep you fit.
Badges/Journey: Healthy Living Skill Building Badges for all levels; Cadette Breathe Journey
Learn more about Fire Horse Yoga.
Fired Up!
Location: 2121 N Green River Rd, Evansville, IN
To schedule: Contact Christie at (812) 476-3121 or christie@fireduppaintspottery.com
Clay Promise Hand with Fired Up!
Cost: $25/girl | $30 group deposit
When: May be scheduled any day but Saturday
During this 2-visit program, girls will create and paint their own Girl Scout Promise hand clay art. (Painting takes place during the second visit)
Badge: Daisies will work towards their Promise Center, Brownies towards their Potter Badge.
“Best Friends” 12x12 Canvas with Fired Up!
Cost: $20/girl | $30 group deposit
When: May be scheduled any day but Saturday
Program is 1.5 hours.
Badge: Brownies can put this experience towards the Painting or Making Friends Badge, Seniors towards Room Makeover Badge.
Build a “Bug’s Life” Leaf with Fired Up
Cost: $25/girl | $30 group deposit
When: May be scheduled any day but Saturday
Program is 1.5 hours. Includes second visit to paint if needed.
Badges: Brownies can work on Potter and Mixed Media Canvas.
“Butterfly Fancy” with Fired Up!
Cost: $25/girl | $30 group deposit
When: May be scheduled any day but Saturday
Program is 2 hours.
Badges: Brownies can work on Potter or Bugs, Seniors Collage, Artist or Room Makeover.
Girls to Young Women Talk with Tara Knight
Location: Troop Meeting location, preferably in Dubois County (will travel for an additional cost); video/audio capabilities required
To Schedule: Contact Tara Knight at tara.knight04@gmail.com
Cost: $2 per girl, includes each a packet of supplies for each girl (additional $50 for travel when presenting outside of Dubois County)
Grades: 5-6 Grade
Girls to Young Women (Puberty) Talk with Tara Knight, DNP, FNP-C, Provider at Jasper Obstetrics & Gynecology
Bring your troop together in a safe and non-judgmental environment to learn about what to expect when their bodies start changing from a licensed professional. Girls will learn about body changes, hygiene, menstrual cycles, feminine hygiene supplies, and how to handle periods during school and other social situations.
Sensitive Issues Permission form is required for this program.
Good Life Designs
Location: 14874 North County Road 475 East, Lamar, IN, United States, Indiana
To schedule: Contact Shelly Goodrich at (812) 548-6398 or email at goodlifedesigns20@gmail.com
Offers a variety of painting, printing, and pottery options and will host troop parties. See more online at www.goodlifedesigns.art
Hoops of a Feather
Location: Troop meeting location. Must have a large indoor or outdoor space.
To schedule: Contact Abbi Killebrew at 812-499-4210
Cost: $150 for a 1-hour program
Girls will learn about hoop dancing and practice fun hoop tricks to build stamina and confidence! By learning how to keep the hoop going on the waist, the girls will learn how to start finding movement and dance with a hoop. They will learn at least 10 new hand tricks with the hoop, and how to transition the moves into a hoop dance routine.
Music, instruction, games, and professional handmade hoops are all provided in this high-energy, fun hoop dance workshop that everyone will enjoy!
Princeton Public Library
Weekly Community Programs from the Princeton Public Library
Location: 124 S Hart St, Princeton
For questions: Call (812) 385-4464
Cost: Free and open to the public. No registration required.
Story Time
When: Tuesdays at 10:00 AM CT & 1:00 PM CT
Grades: K-1
This program includes a story followed by an arts and crafts project, play dough or coloring, or a gross motor activity such as skipping and dancing.
Games Club
When: Thursdays at 4:00 PM CT
Grades: 2-5
This program is all about games! Come hangout with friends and find out what games we are playing today.
Teen Scene
When: Wednesdays at 4:00 PM CT
Grades: 6-12
This teen-led program is a great for girls who want to hangout and enjoy art, games, anime and more.
Family Lego
When: Saturdays from 2:00-4:00 PM CT
Grades: K-12
Families, troops, and kids of all ages are welcome to come out for Lego and Duplo building, challenges, and seasonal themed fun.
Purdue Extension Office Programs
Location: Troop meeting location
To schedule: Contact your county agent listed below.
Cost: Free
Purdue Extension Agents can present programs on the following topics:
- Financial Literacy Badges
- Healthy Living Badges
Babysitting Class
Teaches the basics of babysitting; including basic childcare for infants and children, basic first aid, child behavior, age-appropriate activities, emergency protocols, professionalism, and how to grow your babysitting business.
Purdue Extension Contacts by County:
- Daviess: Jennifer Stefancik, jstefanc@purdue.edu
- Dubois: Chelsea Brewer, cebrewer@purdue.edu
- Gibson: Jessie Hope, jtitzer@purdue.edu
- Knox: Tonya Short, short43@purdue.edu
- Perry: Megan Jaspersen, mjaspers@purdue.edu
- Posey: Kristen Lowry, klowry@purdue.edu
- Vanderburgh: Meagan Brothers, brotherm@purdue.edu
- Warrick: Jo Gilreath, jgilreat@purdue.edu
Sabor Colombia, LLC
Location: Will meet at troop location
To schedule: Contact Claudia Tascon, saborcolombia22@gmail.com, (812) 470-8319
Cooking, Culture & Business with Sabor Colombia , LLC
When: Must be scheduled 2 weeks in advance
Cost: $200/session; Minimum of 15 girls, Maximum of 20 girls; 2 hours
Grades: K-12
Girls will learn about the history, culture, and how to prepare and cook Colombian food, along with how to own and operate a small business with Sabor Colombia, LLC co-owners Luis and Claudia Tascon.
Learn more about Sabor Colombia, LLC.
Santa Claus Museum & Village
Location: 69 N. State Rd 245, Santa Claus, IN 47579
To schedule: Contact Kathleen at santaclausmuseum@psci.net
Cost: Admission is free, but donations are always accepted.
Santa Claus Museum & Village Interactive Tour
Pay a visit to the historic, 1935 Santa Claus Statue. Stop by the Original Santa Claus Post Office, where girls can sit at antique school desks and pen their letters to Santa. Make sure to tour the stunning 1880 Santa Claus Church. And stop by the Santa Claus Museum to read children’s letters to Santa dating back to the 1930s. You may take a photo at the new Santa Claus mural on the front of the building and visit Santa’s Museum Office. Don’t forget to do some shopping in the museum gift shop for a souvenir of your visit!
Reserve a Room for Your Troop Meetings
Need a space to host troop meetings and/or events? The historic 1880 Santa Claus Church offers accomodations for up to 100 people for meetings and events. There is no cost for meeting request reservations. Contact Kathleen for more details.
Shui Lung Tai Chi
Location: Troop meeting location
To schedule: Contact Sifu Ron Weatherford at sifuron1983@gmail.com or call at (812)204-6980
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise form designed to increase flexibility and balance. Contact Sifu Ron to schedule a group Tai Chi class!
Solely You DIY Studio
Location: 1304 S Green River Rd, Evansville
To schedule: Contact Stacey Merkel at (812) 431-4006
Cost: $18/girl in-studio | $15 for take-home kits, plus $3 to include paint supplies
Requirements: 10 person min for a private workshop | for groups over 20, a workshop can be hosted at your facility
Solely You DIY Studio in Evansville is now offering Girl Scouts of all levels the chance to create their own one-of-a-kind wooden art!
Workshops are blocked out for 1.5 hours, but painting alone takes approximately 45 minutes.
$15 kits will include the wooden cut-out pieces and the 11-inch backer. The additional $3 will include paint, glue, and sponges to paint with.
Traditional Arts Today
Location: 314 W 9th St, Ferdinand, IN 47532
To schedule: Contact Alexianna Mundy, alexi@traditionalartstoday.org, (812) 998-2487
Crochet Coaster
When: Must be scheduled 4 weeks in advance
Cost: $25/girl; Miminum of 4 girls
Grades: 4-12
Girls will create a crochet coaster and learn fundamental skills of crochet. Instructor will provide you with engaging instruction, a hook, darning needle, yarn, pattern, stitch marker, and printed stitch guides. Class time is approximately 2 hours.
Painting
When: Must be scheduled 4 weeks in advance
Cost: $20-$30/girl, varies with available instructors; Minimum of 4 girls
Grades: K-12
Traditional Arts Today will create a custom painting class for your troop. Class time is approximately 2 hours.
University of Evansville
Stop the Bleed: Emergency Preparedness for Girl Scouts
Who: Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scouts (6-12 Grades)
Location: University of Evansville, Dunnigan Nursing Simulation Laboratory
Graves Hall, 1800 E. Walnut Street, Evansville, IN
When: Anytime event. The program is 90 minutes.
Cost: $5 per girl.
To Schedule: contact Meagan McKain at mc226@evansville.edu
In an emergency, every second counts—and anyone can be a hero. Join the University of Evansville for a hands-on Stop the Bleed training, designed specifically for Girl Scouts in grades 6 and up.
Participants will learn how to recognize life-threatening bleeding and practice the skills needed to respond effectively until professional help arrives. Using training kits, girls will gain confidence in techniques such as wound packing and tourniquet application.
This evidence-based, nationally recognized program empowers young leaders with the tools to take action, save lives, and serve their communities in critical situations.
Girls will:
- Understand how to identify severe bleeding
- Learn and practice hands-on emergency response techniques
- Receive a certificate of participation
- Earn credit toward the First Aid badge (Cadette, Senior, or Ambassador level)
Why It Matters:
In just minutes, uncontrolled bleeding can become life-threatening. With the right training, Girl Scouts can be ready to act with courage, confidence, and character when it matters most.
Vanderburgh Humane Society
Location: 400 Millner Industrial Drive, Evansville, IN 47710
To schedule: Contact Cyndi Hoon Donley, Humane Education Manager, at 812-426-2563 ext. 206 or c.donley@vhslifesaver.org
Cost: If possible, a minimum $50 donation is helpful for the organization
Grades: K-12*
*All programs can be altered to work for any age of Girl Scout.
"May I Pet Your Dog?" (K-6)
What a dog needs, the safe way to introduce oneself to a dog, how to properly pet a dog, and when a dog wants to be left alone.
Dog Bite Prevention (K-12)
Encompasses safety procedures around dogs, from family pets to neighborhood strays.
Pet Care Responsibility (K-8)
Teaches why & how to be a responsible pet owner for the life of the pet, be it a gerbil, dog, or anything in between.
Recycling for the VHS (1-12)
Explains how to help both the VHS and the environment by recycling unused home and office items.
Pet Overpopulation and Spay/Neuter (4-12)
Helps students to understand the enormity of the homeless animal problem and the importance of spaying & neutering.
VHS and the Community (6-12)
Explains the role of our Humane Society in the community and describes the programs we offer.
Learn more about the Vanderburgh Humane Society.
Warrick Humane Society
Location: 5722 S Vann Rd, Newburgh, IN 47630
To schedule: Contct Alicia Tromley, volunteerwarrick@gmail.com
Cost: Free, but food, toys & bedding donations are kindly accepted!
Grades: K-12
Pet Education Program (PEP) for Daisies, Brownies & Juniors
The PEP program will cover the basic components of pet care, allowing girls to be informed about domesticated dogs and cats.
Learn more about Warrick Humane Society.
We Are All Philanthropists
Location: Anywhere! Anytime! This is a special self-paced patch program for GSSI girls
Cost: The program is free (unless you order a physical copy of the book), but the patch does have a cost to purchase.
Who: Grades 3-6
"We Are All Philanthropists" Patch Program
Philanthropy means giving your time, talents, or treasures to help others. Girl Scouts can make a positive difference in their communities through the "We Are All Philanthropists" patch program! Girl Scouts will learn:
- WHAT is philanthropy?
- WHO is a philanthropist?
- HOW YOU can make a difference in your community
- WHY is philanthropy important?
Get the We Are All Philanthropists Girl Scout Programming today!
Wild at Art – Creative Studio
Location: 2480 US HWY 41 N Suite 120, Henderson, KY
To Schedule: Contact Mandy at (270) 823-2740 or wild.at.art.studio.ky@gmail.com
Cost: Girl Scout discount of $20 per girl
Wild at Art is a unique Splatter paint room, creative studio, and event space for up to 40 girls. Girls can make slime, attend painting classes, or enjoy the splatter room!
Note: Troops visiting must submit a GSSI Special Activities Application.
Yoga with Sarah Loehr
Location: Troop meeting location or a meeting room at the Newburgh Public Library
To schedule: Contact Sarah Loehr, (812) 598-9002
Cost: $10/girl with a minimum rate of $70. (additional cost for milage may apply)
Yoga Program with Certified Yoga Instructor Sarah Loehr
Girls will learn about yoga (when and how it started, how it can help you stress less, and feel better physically and mentally). Program lasts 1 hour and includes a yoga fun patch.
Badges/Journey: Healthy Living Skill Building Badges for all levels; Daisy Respect Myself and Others Petal; Brownie My Best Self; Junior Staying Fit; Cadette Breathe Journey
Community Partner Suggestions
Help Girl Scouts of Southwest Indiana find our next Program Community Partner by submitting this suggestion form!
Our community partners for programming are organizations in the community that offer programs, activities, resources, and events for local Girl Scouts. These things can be virtual or in-person and can be available in any of our 11 counties!
