The Girl Scouts River Valleys Cookie Program returns February 16-March 31, 2024.
The Troop Cookie Manager Guidebook (Coming soon) is your ultimate guide to the entire cookie season. This article for troop cookie managers lists the accompanying resources referenced in the guidebook.
Cookie Central – Your one-stop hub for all things cookies.
The Cookie Press – Read The Cookie Press email for up-to-date information about Girl Scout cookie program training, initial orders, cookie booths, rewards, Smart Cookies and more.
Cookie Program Training – Learn more about in-person and online training opportunities for Cookie Program volunteers.
Cookie Program Policies – Learn more about policies for Cookie Program volunteers and girls.
Resources for Girls and Families – Find cookie resources like order cards and safety guidelines for girls and families who are selling cookies.
Troop Cookie Manager Responsibility Form – Each troop cookie manager must fully read and acknowledge understanding of their role requirements and responsibilities prior to participating in the Girl Scout Cookie Program, community/area product leaders will receive a copy for their records.
Family Cookie Responsibility Form – Each participating Girl Scout family must fully read and acknowledge understanding of the adult/family responsibilities and cookie sale procedures prior to participating in the Girl Scout Cookie Program, including cookie booths, before Girl Scouts begin selling cookies.
abcSmartCookies.com – Smart Cookies is the online platform that will help you and your troop through all the phases of the cookie program.
Smart Cookies Guide – Use these step-by-step tutorials to guide you through the Smart Cookies platform.
Cookie Booth Sales – Find more information and resources related to cookie booths.
Cookie Cupboards – Find information about cookie cupboards including addresses, operating dates & hours, printable drive-up directions, and inventory alerts.
How Cookie Money Works – This article for troop leaders, cookie managers and families outlines how cookie money works throughout the cookie program including a timeline and tips for handling money.
Planned Orders FAQ – Reference this article when you or your troop has questions around planned orders or cookie cupboards.
Initial Order – Find information about initial cookie orders including how to place an initial order, steps to earn the initial order patch, delivery assignments and deadlines.
CookieCalculator.org – Use this online tool to help determine your initial cookie order.
Troop Cookie Family Meeting Article – This article outlines how to host a cookie business meeting that should be held in December or early January.
Rewards – See the full cookie reward lineup of items (including Cookie Credits) that Girl Scouts can earn, and additional reward information.
Finance/Inventory Issue Form – Use this form to report any financial issue that occurred during the cookie season. Submission deadlines and FAQs are included.
Automated Clearing House (ACH) FAQs – These frequently asked questions will help you understand situations that require a withdrawal or credit to troop bank accounts.