Ways to Give | Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA)

Invest in the next generation of world changers.

Through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, girls develop the competencies, positive values, and strong sense of self to do big things, as well as the grit and strength that are essential to solving both everyday and once-a-century challenges. That’s the Girl Scout difference.

By investing in Girl Scouts and amplifying their voices, you give them a chance to discover a lifetime of self-assurance, adventure, and achievement. Girl Scouts need your support, and the world needs more Girl Scouts. Contact us to learn more.

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Gifts that Make an Impact Now

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A donation of cash or credit is the most direct way to support Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts. You benefit from a charitable tax credit while you deliver the best leadership experience for girls, setting them up for a lifetime of success. You can make your gift online with our secure online donation form or by sending a check or money order by mail to:

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, 265 Beaver Street, Waltham, MA, 02452.

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Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is pleased to accept gifts from Donor Advised Funds (DAF). DAF Direct makes it easy for you to recommend a grant to GSEMA from your donor advised fund. You will not incur any download or transaction fees. We are very grateful for gifts from other donor advised funds as well. Please contact donations@gsema.org, if you need more information.

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Donating appreciated stock or securities to our Council has tax advantages. Please contact donations@gsema.org, for more information including steps to transferring appreciated stock and securities to Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts.

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We invite you to join a circle of friends investing in the power of girls and women. As a member of the Friendship Circle, your monthly gift directly helps girls and young women develop the skills and confidence to become remarkable leaders.

You can join the Friendship Circle with a recurring donation of any amount.
All donors who join the Friendship Circle will receive the benefits of being part of the Emerald Circle including exclusive access to events and listing in the GSEMA Annual Report.
Donors who give $25 a month or more will receive a special Friendship Circle pin.

Your steadfast support of GSEMA ensures a lifetime of leadership for Girl Scouts. Become a monthly donor and join our Friendship Circle today! Make your gift online with our secure online donation form.

To learn more about becoming a Friendship Circle member, please contact our Donor Communications Manager, Rashonda Hosendove, (781) 208-2912.

Please note that your thank-you gift(s) may take 4-6 weeks to receive after your first payment is processed.

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When you support GSEMA through a planned gift, you become a member of the local and national Juliette Gordon Low Society. With the support of our Juliette Gordon Low Society members, we can ensure that Girl Scouting will be here for generations of girls to come. For more information, please visit legacy.girlscouts.org or contact Rashonda Hosendove, (781) 208-2912, Director of Individual Giving.

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A passthrough donation is when GSEMA passes a donation through to a designated Service Unit or Troop. Please refer to pages 15-16 of our Volunteer Policies and Procedures Manual for more details, especially to learn if your desired Service Unit or Troop will be eligible for this type of donation.

Fund Development Team Contacts

Corporate Partnerships, Government, and Grants
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General Questions and Philanthropy, and Gifts of Security
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Planned Giving, Major Gifts, and Emerald Circle
Director of Individual Giving, Rashonda Hosendove, (781) 208-2912

Acknowledgements and Record Updates
Senior Development Operations Specialist, Bess Moser, (781) 208-2780

Annual Giving and Special Events
Director of Annual Giving and Special Events, Kristen Lauda

Thank you for considering a charitable donation to Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts.

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Every dollar you give stays right here in eastern Massachusetts to support local Girl Scouts.