named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Friends of WAGGGS USA Fund
Supports grants for programs of greatest need, such as virtual leadership seminars reaching 50,000 girls, and initiatives like Stop the Violence, Free Being Me, and the New Nutrition Programme.
Global Initiatives Fund
Provides assistance for the global Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting movement where needs are greatest, including support for WAGGGS’ 16 Days of Activism campaign and rebuilding USA Girl Scouts Overseas communities in Central and South America.
World Centre Friends Committees Funds
Supports international opportunities at five World Centres: Nuestra Cabaña (Mexico), Our Chalet (Switzerland), Pax Lodge (UK), Sangam (India), and Kusafiri (Africa).
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Women's Rights and Empowerment Grants 3 activities
- Funding advocacy and awareness campaigns for girls' rightsFinances initiatives such as the 16 Days of Activism campaign, including development of activity packs and social media outreach, to promote girls' rights and global citizenship.
- Funding capacity-building and membership development initiatives through WAGGGSSupports the development of new Girl Guide and Girl Scout associations and expands membership globally through grants to WAGGGS for organizational growth and outreach.
- Funding programs and projects for girls and young women through WAGGGS and GSUSAFunds initiatives led by the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) and Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), including USA Girl Scouts Overseas, to support the development of girls and young women as responsible global citizens. This includes funding for programming, training, travel, capital projects, volunteer recruitment, and strategic priorities.
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Summer Camp Access Scholarships 1 activity
- Funding camperships and educational opportunities for USA Girl Scouts OverseasProvides camperships, travel grants, and funding for educational programming to support USA Girl Scouts Overseas, including rebuilding community ties in Mexico City and participation in international events.
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Women's Educational Advancement 1 activity
- Funding travel and participation in global Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting eventsProvides travel scholarships and financial support for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts to attend global leadership events, seminars, conferences, and volunteer opportunities, including funding for attendance at WAGGGS World Conferences and related logistical and interpretation support.
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Professional Development for Fundraising and Philanthropy Practitioners 1 activity
- Funding virtual programming and digital resources for global engagementFinances virtual leadership seminars, online resources, and digital programming such as the GSUSA Virtual Global Roundtable and UN Commission on the Status of Women preparation materials, enabling broad participation across countries.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Funding World Centre operations and programmingProvides funding for the operation and programming of WAGGGS World Centres in Mexico, Switzerland, England, India, and Africa, including capital projects, virtual programming during the pandemic, and educational sessions for girls and young women.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$920K
Contributions & grants$920K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2470%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.41M
Program expenses96%
Admin / overhead4%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$1.34M
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$3.10M
Cash$1.36M
Investments$1.72M
Liabilities$22K
Net assets$3.07M
Liquid reserves26.3 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -58.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 15
- ALICE HAHN — DIRECTOR
- AMANDA MISCISIN — DIRECTOR
- BARB SIRVIS — DIRECTOR
- BARBARA GRANT SCHLIEBE — PRESIDENT
- DIANE SABER — DIRECTOR
- ELLEN PETRINO — TREASURER
- JOYCE KNOLL — DIRECTOR
- KATIE SINGER — SECRETARY
- KRISTEN GRENNAN — DIRECTOR
- LAURA ROBERT-RIVERA — DIRECTOR
- LINDA FOREMAN — PRESIDENT
- SANDY CRAIGHEAD — DIRECTOR
- SANDY THOMAS — VICE-PRESIDENT
- SUE MCNAB — DIRECTOR
- SUSAN ANDERSON — DIRECTOR
relationships · 64
Who they work with
- Friends of WAGGGS USA Partner — Collaborates to raise funds for global WAGGGS programs including Stop the Violence, Free Being Me, and the New Nutrition Programme.
- Friends of WAGGGS USA Partner — Collaborates with Friends of WAGGGS USA to support global Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting initiatives.
- Friends of WAGGGS USA Partner — Collaborates with Friends of WAGGGS USA to support global Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting.
- Friends of WAGGGS USA Partner — Collaborates with Friends of WAGGGS USA to support international Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting.
- Friends of WAGGGS USA Partner — Supported through the World Foundation's global support initiatives.
- GSUSA Partner — Provides grants for programs and projects of GSUSA.
- Girl Guide Association Network — Formal organization established in the UK in 1910 under Agnes Baden-Powell, part of the global Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting Movement.
- Girl Scouts of the USA Network — Founded by Juliette Low in 1912, part of the global Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting Movement represented by WAGGGS.
- Girl Scouts of the USA Network — Supports Girl Scouts of the USA as part of its global network.
- Girl Scouts of the USA Partner — Collaborates with Girl Scouts of the USA in support of global Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting.
- Girl Scouts of the USA Partner — Collaborates with Girl Scouts of the USA to support girl leadership and development.
- Girl Scouts of the USA Partner — Collaborative partner in delivering Girl Scout programming globally.
- Girl Scouts of the USA Partner — One of two member organizations of the World Foundation for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts Inc.
- Girl Scouts of the USA Partner — Receives grant funding for programs, training, and initiatives including USA Girl Scouts Overseas
- Girl Scouts of the USA Partner — Receives grants from the World Foundation for programs aligned with strategic goals.
- Girl Scouts of the USA Partner — Receives grants from the organization to support its programs and projects.
- Kusafiri Network — Mobile World Centre in Africa supported through donor-funded programs that highlight regional cultures and leadership development.
- Kusafiri Network — Supports Kusafiri, a WAGGGS intercultural exchange program.
- Kusafiri Partner — Supported through the World Foundation's global support initiatives.
- Kusafiri Partner — Supports Kusafiri, a WAGGGS World Centre focused on leadership development in Africa.
- Kusafiri Partner — Supports Kusafiri, a WAGGGS mobile World Center in Africa, offering transformative leadership experiences for girls.
- Kusafiri Partner — WAGGGS World Centre in Africa that receives support for programming, capital projects, and volunteer recruitment
- Nuestra Cabaña Network — One of the five World Centres supported through donor-funded programs for international leadership and cultural exchange opportunities.
- Nuestra Cabaña Network — Supports Nuestra Cabaña, a WAGGGS World Centre in Mexico.
- Nuestra Cabaña Partner — Supports Nuestra Cabaña, one of the WAGGGS World Centres.
- Nuestra Cabaña Partner — Supports the operation and programming of Nuestra Cabaña, a World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts global center in Mexico.
- Nuestra Cabaña Partner — WAGGGS World Centre in Mexico that receives support for programming, capital projects, and volunteer recruitment
- OB-PS USA Partner — Partners with OB-PS USA to support Girl Scout programming internationally.
- OB-PS USA Partner — Partners with OB-PS USA to support global Girl Guiding and Girl Scouting initiatives.
- OB-PS USA Partner — Partners with OB-PS USA to support international Girl Guide and Girl Scout programming.
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Donor Engagement Through Impact Transparencymethodology: donor-engagement-through-impact-reportingBy reporting grant impact and progress to donors, the organization strengthens donor trust and continued investment, because demonstrating tangible outcomes reinforces donor motivation and long-term support for global Girl Guiding.
- Grantee-Led, Needs-Based Grantmakingmethodology: needs-based_grantmakingBy allocating funds based on both board-identified needs and grantee-prioritized initiatives, the organization ensures responsiveness to on-the-ground realities, because local ownership and adaptive funding lead to more impactful and sustainable programming.
- Leadership Development Through Non-Formal Educationmethodology: non-formal_education_and_leadership_developmentBy using non-formal education, peer mentorship, and youth-led programming, the organization fosters leadership and agency in girls, because experiential learning and self-directed opportunities build confidence, skills, and sustained engagement in social change.
- Network-Based Support for Global Girl Scoutingmethodology: support-through-established-networksBy leveraging established Scouting networks and volunteer-driven fundraising, the organization enables sustainable, low-cost support for girl-led programs worldwide, because trust and local knowledge within the movement increase program relevance and effectiveness.