2024 Reflections Program

Mabry Elmore Concerned about local female veterans' ability to access the food and hygiene products they need, Mabry partnered with the St. Louis Food Bank and Disabled American Veterans to provide feminine hygiene products free of charge. Mabry worked with fellow Girl Scout troops, school and church groups, the Rotary Club, and area first responders to collect $3,000 worth of personal care items for donation to three VA hospitals across the state. Through several media interviews, Mabry spread awareness about her project and the need for continued contributions. She also continues volunteering at various veteran’s events to learn more about the issues affecting our female veterans.

District 15, Troop 9190 Kirksville High School 13 years in Girl Scouts Milestones Girl Scout Bronze Award Girl Scout Silver Award 13-Year Girl Scout Graduating Girl Scout

“After the Gold Award, I am a better public speaker and I am able to connect with my community.”

Eliana Fitzhugh To earn her Girl Scout Gold Award, Eliana decided to take action to ensure young women in Antigua, Guatemala, had access to sanitary supplies so they can attend school when they are menstruating. Eliana partnered with her church and high school to collect feminine hygiene products. She also collected material to make reusable pads so the girls would have permanent supplies, even after the donated disposable products were no longer available. To complete her project, Eliana traveled to Guatemala to distribute the supplies. Eliana’s church will continue trips to the area in the future, bringing additional hygiene products with them. “The Gold Award benefited me and taught me a lot! I would love to share the experience with other Girl Scouts. I want to show others that you can make a difference.”

District 8, Troop 782 Parkway North High School 13 years in Girl Scouts

Milestones Girl Scout Bronze Award Girl Scout Silver Award 13-Year Girl Scout 2023 Graduate Girl Scout