Local Girl Scouts Rally Community to Support Saratoga Springs SnacPack Program

Girl Scout Troop #3885, part of the Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York (GSNENY), donated five large totes filled with food and essential items to the Saratoga Springs City School District’s SnacPack program on Thursday, November 13, at St. Clement’s School.

The troop organized the community food drive the previous weekend to support SnacPack, a local initiative that provides weekly bags of food, hygiene products, and school supplies to more than 250 students in need across the district. The girls collected a variety of items, including cereal, macaroni and cheese, snacks, socks, and juice boxes, filling five 27-gallon totes to the brim.

In addition to their donation, the troop partnered with a local dentist who contributed 300 toothbrush goody bags for participating students, further supporting the program’s efforts to promote good hygiene among youth.

 “This effort by Troop 3885 demonstrates the heart of what Girl Scouting is all about, taking action to make a meaningful difference in their community,” said Brenda Episcopo, CEO of Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York. “We are incredibly proud of these girls for identifying a local need, organizing a thoughtful response, and inspiring others through their kindness and leadership.”

The troop also announced plans to organize another food drive in February, called the “Soup-er Bowl,” to restock supplies for the SnacPack program during a time when donations typically slow down.

Through service projects like this, Girl Scouts continue to build courage, confidence, and character while helping their communities. While Girl Scouts are widely known for their cookie program, across its 15-county footprint, Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York engage in year-round community service initiatives that support local families and the communities they serve.