Special thanks to Andrea Peleg for the photo.

‘Tis the season for family, friends and spreading holiday spirit! Junior Troop 20696 from the Sunchariot Service Unit recently visited Brookdale Senior Living in Boynton Beach last weekend to sing carols for the residents. These Go-Getters brought cheer to the residents with Christmas and Hanukkah songs.

Girl Scouts come together to spread holiday cheer. Community service is an important part of the Girl Scout journey. Photo credit: Jennifer Brunner

Speaking of celebrating the reason for the season, the Leaders of Troop 10514 held their ninth annual service project through Samaritan’s Purse, Operation Christmas Child back in October to benefit children and teens during Christmas. Other Girl Scouts joined them, making attendance 200 girls in total.

Each girl brought a filled shoebox with items like school supplies, hygiene items, stuffed animals and anything they think a boy or girl between ages 10-14 would enjoy. In addition to preparing the boxes for their delivery, they also made cards and crafts to along with them.

(L to R) Jayna B., Nicole G., Kaitlyn A. and Kimani D. are all smiles as they help prepare boxes for Operation Christmas Child. Photo credit: Jennifer Brunner

Whether it’s decorating holiday crafts to hang or singing to others to help everyone get in the holiday spirit, there are plenty of things troops can do to make everyone feel included this season. Share your stories of holiday cheer and service with us on the “Tell Us Your Story” page!