Girl Scouts Unite Community on Election Day
Orange, CT — On Election Day, local Girl Scouts dedicated their time and energy to a unique service project: a 12-hour cookie booth that doubled as a food collection drive for the town’s food pantry.
Throughout the day, as residents came to cast their votes in what proved to be a very close election, the booth served as a reminder of a challenge that transcends politics — food insecurity. The effort highlighted that, regardless of which side of the ballot people stood on, families in the community are facing uncertainty about their next meal.
The scouts collected donations to help stock the pantry, ensuring that neighbors in need would have access to essential supplies. Their presence at the polls provided a powerful message: civic participation and community care can go hand in hand.
Leaders noted that the project not only raised awareness about hunger in the community but also gave the scouts an opportunity to demonstrate resilience, teamwork, and compassion. The Girl Scouts were proud to contribute, showing that even during moments of division, service can unite a town around shared values of kindness and support.
