Council's Own Patch Programs
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Questions? Contact us at customercare@gssc.us.
There are so many ways Girl Scouts can learn new skills and try new experiences. Besides Girl Scout badges, we offer fun and unique patch programs, either council-owned, designed by a local Girl Scout or troop, or through community partnerships with Long Island companies and organizations. There's something for everyone to learn and achieve.
Community Service Patch 
Girl Scouts give back to their community in many ways, displaying dedication and great care as the next generation of changemakers. At GSSC, we partner with several organizations to create opportunities for our Girl Scouts to support them. Find out what we offer and earn a special fun patch when you participate.
- Fall to Spring Drop-off: At any office location, M-F, between 9 am - 5 pm. (View Locations)
- Summer Drop-off: Commack Office only, M-F, between 9 am - 5 pm.
Food Drive
- You can donate dried goods (pasta, rice, cereal, oatmeal), pantry staple items (peanut butter, shelf-stable milk, cooking oil, pasta sauce, granola bars.), and non-food items (period/menstrual products, diapers, toiletries, and household cleaning products)
- Earn a Food For Friends patch.
- Please do not drop off expired, damaged, or items not in their original packaging.
Halloween Costume Drive
- Please donate costumes by October 15th, 2025, that are in good condition (No stains or rips), cleaned, and on a hanger. All sizes are accepted. Accessories are also accepted, including props, candy buckets or bags for trick-or-treating, and brand-new Halloween makeup, hats/headbands/wigs.
Prom Dress Drive
- Please donate dresses/clothing that are in good condition (No stains or rips), currently in style (less than 5 years old) , cleaned, and on a hanger. Accessories are also accepted, including lightly worn clean shoes, wraps/shawls, purses/clutches, costume jewelry, and non-fabric hair adornments/pins/clips.
Letter-Writing Service Project
Write letters to people affected by natural disasters, sharing your kindness and compassion. This long-distance support is a way to share your good thoughts with these vulnerable and loved community members.
As a reminder, girls/troops may donate troop funds, earned within a Girl Scout product program or money-earning activity, to an organization of their choice if the organization is a nonprofit with 501 c3 status. It is recommended that the troop vote on where to donate funds to ensure all girls' voices are engaged and heard in the decision process.
2025 Summer Bucket List Challenge
Jump into this Summer by taking part in our bucket list challenge! Complete 10 out of 20 activities from the list below by August 31, 2025 to earn our council exclusive patch. You decide what you want to try—go for anything on the list! Some activities may require adult assistance. Purchase the patch at our Girl Scout Shop in Commack or order online or pick up or shipping at www.gssc.us/shop. (The patch will be available starting July 1st.)
Girls in Government
The Girls in Government patch was created to encourage girls to interface with inspiring female elected officials and learn about career opportunities in public service. Learn how you can help in an emergency, what to do when people are sick or hurt, and how to give basic first aid.
Centennial of Women's Suffrage in NY Patch
Celebrating the 100-year anniversary of New York women gaining the right to vote—three years before the ratification of the 19th Amendment. Created in collaboration with the NYS Women’s Suffrage Commission, Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York, and Governor Kathy Hochul’s Office.
Girl Scouts are Fit
Girl Scouts know that in order for our girls to have bright, healthy futures it is important for them to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Cadette Troop 1668: Hear My Words
Created by Cadette Troop 1668
When you earn this patch, you will learn about deaf cultures and the hearing impaired in your community. You can purchase the patch at our Girl Scout Shop
Junior Troop 19: Fly High Aviation
Created by Junior Troop 19
Have you ever thought about flying? Have you ever dreamed about viewing your town from above or discovering new worlds among the stars? Do you love to design and build? You can use your interests to learn more about aviation. Choose from the many activities to earn the Fly High Aviation Patch!
Women have been involved in aviation from the very beginning! They have designed, built, and piloted every kind of aircraft. When they were told that women were not allowed, they found a way to do what they dreamed of. They learned how to fly high!
Number of activities required to earn the aviation patch: Daisy (3) • Brownie (4) • Junior (6) • Cadette (8) • Senior (10) • Ambassador (12)
To get the patch, visit the Girl Scout Shop in Commack to pick-up. Patches will be available starting July 1st, 2025—limited availability, while supplies last.
The Junior Girl Scouts of Troop 19 designed this patch as their Girl Scout Bronze Award in 2024.
"We had an amazing time—especially on the field trips! We hope you do, too. We made a library of books, games, and costumes at council for you to use to earn your patch, and a list of resources that we used to book field trips and more."
Girl Scouts are Prepared
Are you prepared for a natural disaster? You should know what your risks are and how to prepare to protect yourself, your family, and your community.
Lighthouse
Long Island is home to 19 lighthouses, each with its own unique history and significance. Some of the most famous include the Montauk Point Lighthouse, the Fire Island Lighthouse, and the Block Island Lighthouse. Discover the history and importance of these lighthouses through our patch program. To earn the patch, complete 6 out of the 8 activities.
Brownie: Statue of Liberty | Junior: Liberty
Learn about the history of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with this Legacy Patch.
Girl Scouts Support Our US Troops
Offers Girl Scouts everywhere the opportunity to show their support for the brave women and men serving in our military.
Girl Scouts Love NY *On Pause*
As GSSC’s first patch related to September 11, this received unprecedented support from across the nation and was entered into the U.S. Congressional Record.
Girl Scouts Love DC
This patch was designed based on comments and suggestions from Girl Scouts across the nation after the release of the Girl Scouts Love NY patch.
Girl Scouts Love PA
Created hand in hand with Girl Scouts Love DC, this patch fosters remembrance.
Girl Scouts Love America *On Pause*
Celebrate American history, culture, and women who made a difference.
Partner Patch Programs
This is a unique opportunity for businesses and organizations to engage with local Girl Scouts while gaining visibility within our community. Whether you’re looking to distribute custom patches, host hands-on programs, or both, there’s a level that fits your goals and budget. Find out how to partner with us.
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Learn about the exciting world of STEM in partnership with
Brookhaven National Lab!
This STEM patch is available for Girl Scouts of all levels, and girls will be offered the opportunity to visit Brookhaven National Lab and will complete different activities based on their Girl Scout level.
To earn the Brookhaven National Laboratory patch, please complete your level requirements.
Daisy & Brownie
Girls can earn
the Outstanding Observers patch by completing activities
related to observation and data collection.
Junior & Cadette
Girls can earn
the STEM Superwomen patch by gaining experience with the
engineering design process and the scientific method.
Senior & Ambassador
Girls can earn
the Consider Careers patch by learning about the impact women
have made in the sciences, by exploring career opportunities and by
interviewing women in STEM professions.
When you complete the program, request your patches here.
About Brookhaven National Laboratory
Brookhaven National Laboratory is a multipurpose research institution funded primarily by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science. Brookhaven Lab brings world-class facilities and expertise to the most exciting and important questions in basic and applied science—from the birth of our universe to the sustainable energy technology of tomorrow.
We operate cutting-edge, large-scale facilities for studies in physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, applied science, and a wide range of advanced technologies. The Lab's almost 3,000 scientists, engineers, and support staff are joined each year by more than 4,000 visiting researchers from around the world. Our award-winning history stretches back to 1947, and we continue to unravel mysteries from the nanoscale to the cosmic scale, and everything in between.
What They Do
Opened in 1947 on the former site of the U.S. military’s Camp Upton, Brookhaven National Lab’s initial mission centered on the peaceful exploration of the atom. Particle accelerators, leading chemistry and biology experiments, and a host of visionary scientists soon joined groundbreaking research reactors, and Brookhaven began endless innovations and explorations. Our scientists have discovered subatomic particles and new forms of matter and pioneered the kinds of technology that fuel leading experimental programs all over the world. Our research has also led to life-saving medical imaging techniques that have revolutionized diagnosis and treatment of disease.
GEICO Coming Soon!
Coming Soon!
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Jovia Financial Credit Union
Jovia Financial Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial
institution with the goal of empowering people to lead better lives.
Jovia strives to be more than just a place to put your money; it’s a
place to learn how to manage money better. Jovia’s mission for 2024 is
to help youth develop healthy money habits by providing education on
various topics related to financial literacy.
This
Partner Patch Program aims to prepare Girl Scouts with basic financial
literacy that is essential in everyday life; introducing them to
topics that will enable them to start their journey to financial
independence on the right foot.
When you complete the requirements, request your patches here.
Island Federal Credit Union
Island Federal Credit Union is a Long Island-based credit union providing banking services to the community for over 67 years. Island Federal Credit Union currently serves over 50,000 families and small businesses." The purpose of this Partner Patch Program is to help Girl Scouts understand the basics of banking and to teach lifelong healthy financial habits.
When you complete the requirements, request your patches here.
M&T Bank: Money Mentor Coming Soon!
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NY Power Authority
The NYPA Patch Program is designed to help Girl Scouts think about how they can contribute to a more sustainable future for themselves, their communities, and the planet and to understand the benefits of pursuing a career in STEM and Energy related careers.
To earn this patch, girls must complete at least two of the steps for their level:
NYPA is the largest public power organization in the United States. Our mission is to “lead the transition to a carbon-free, economically vibrant New York through customer partnerships, innovative energy solutions, and the responsible supply of affordable, clean, and reliable electricity.” We have 16 generating facilities and over 1,400 circuit miles of transmissions lines that are all over New York State. NYPA also has a strong commitment to sustainability and promoting energy efficiency. About 80% of electricity, that is produced is from renewable hydropower and is pollution free. NYPA employs a large number of STEM professionals, such as Engineers and research scientists who work every day to develop new methods for power generation, transmission, and energy efficiency. In 2009, NYPA established Women in Power, an employee resource group whose mission is to support women at NYPA and to serve as role models for girls and women in STEM.
If you have any questions or would like to share photos of completed projects, please email us at Environmental.Justice@nypa.gov.
Once completed, to receive your patch, please contact Tianna Tyler or Alex DeRosa at Environmental.Justice@nypa.gov, or at (914) 287-3084.
Learn more about NYPA. Learn more about electricity, play our Electric City video game and learn about ways you can complete fun hands-on activities at home.
Stony Brook Children's: Safety First *NEW*
Learn about the important ways to stay safe in partnership with Stony Brook Children’s Pediatric Trauma Center.
This Safety First patch is available for Girl Scouts of all levels, and girls will be offered the opportunity to visit Stony Brook’s Pediatric Trauma Center and will complete different activities based on their Girl Scout level.
To earn the Stony Brook Children’s Safety First patch, please complete your level requirements.
Senior & Ambassador Requirements
When you complete the program, request your patches here.
About Stony Brook Children’s
Stony Brook Children’s offers the most advanced pediatric specialty care in the region. That means that the smallest babies, the sickest children, and the most complex pediatric traumas all get sent to Stony Brook Children’s.
With more than 180 pediatric physicians available in over 30 pediatric specialties, we offer a full range of medical services to support the physical, emotional and mental development of infants, children and young adults. We also can provide leading-edge care for just about every diagnosis — from a simple fracture to a kidney transplant. And as an academic medical center actively engaged in research, we offer families access to groundbreaking, and often lifesaving, clinical trials for their children. We invite you to learn more about the exceptional care Stony Brook Children’s provides for children and families on Long Island.
Learn more at www.stonybrookchildrens.org
Suffolk Credit Union
The Suffolk Credit Union Partner Patch Program aims to empower Girl Scouts to understand and manage money by introducing them to the credit union world and teaching them how to establish healthy financial habits to save for their future.
To earn this patch:
- Daises/Brownies must complete 1 of the learning activity.
- Juniors/Cadettes must complete 2 of the learning activities.
- Seniors/Ambassadors must complete all 3 of the learning activities.
When you complete the requirements, request your patches here.
