Older troops have the ability to travel, and that requires fundraising to accomplish their goals. Here is a fun way for your older troop to earn the Girl Scout Painting badge for Brownies and Daisies.
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Travel is one of the most exciting opportunities available to older Girl Scouts. Whether Cadettes are dreaming of a regional trip, Seniors are planning a national adventure, or Ambassadors are setting their sights on international travel, these experiences don’t just happen, they’re earned. Fundraising plays a huge role in making travel dreams a reality, and for older Girl Scouts, running a fundraiser is about so much more than raising money.
Before undertaking additional fundraisers, you will need to check your own Council’s guidelines. Most do require that troops participate in both the Fall fundraiser and with Girl Scout cookies sales.
Fundraising Teaches Real Life Skills for Older Girl Scouts
For Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors, fundraising is a hands-on leadership experience. At this age level, girls are ready to take ownership of the process, from brainstorming ideas to making final decisions. Instead of adults doing the planning behind the scenes, girls can lead the way, choosing a fundraiser that fits their goals, community, and interests. This builds confidence and helps them see that their ideas and effort truly matter.
Organizing a fundraising event also teaches practical life skills. Girls learn how to set a realistic financial goal by breaking down travel costs such as transportation, lodging, meals, and activities. They practice budgeting, tracking income and expenses, and understanding profit versus cost. These are real-world financial skills they’ll use long after their Girl Scout years are over.
Communication is another key benefit. Fundraising requires girls to explain their purpose clearly-why they are raising money and what they hope to accomplish. Whether they’re creating flyers, posting on social media, talking to customers, or reaching out to community partners, girls practice public speaking, persuasive writing, and professional behavior. Seniors and Ambassadors, especially, gain valuable experience that translates directly to college, job interviews, and future leadership roles.
Planning a fundraiser also strengthens teamwork and problem-solving. Girls must divide responsibilities, meet deadlines, and adapt when things don’t go as planned. Maybe a location falls through, weather impacts attendance, or supplies cost more than expected. These challenges become opportunities to think critically, collaborate, and find solutions together, skills that are at the heart of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
Girl Scout Painting Badge Fundraiser
One way to attract troops to your troop’s fundraiser is to host a hands-on experience. While the Girl Scout Brownie Painting badge is now retired, that does mean your troop cannot earn it.
The requirements to earn this Girl Scout Brownie Painting badge can be found here.
You can find an abbreviated version from the Girl Scouts of Nassau County here.
I also have requirements for Daisies only, here in my shop.
In my Etsy shop, I have an unofficial Girl Scout Painting badge/patch for Daisies and Brownies that your troop can wear on their uniforms. This can be given to all participants and included in the price of admission.
The unofficial Daisy badge/patch can be found here.
The unofficial Brownie Painting badge can be found here.
How to Host a Girl Scout Painting Badge Fundraiser
Your older girls will need to review the requirements to earn the badge and then figure out the best way to plan the event. Things to consider when planning:
- Date and Time
- How long the event will be
- Space to host
- Room set up
- How many stations to have
- Figure out the costs and how much to charge
- Make the materials list and find the best price for each
- How many scouts they can realistically host without having too much chaos
Hosting a Girl Scout Painting badge event is a fun way for your troop to earn funds for their travel adventures.