Arizona's pre-eminent organization dedicated solely to girls — all girls — where, in an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world. In partnership with committed adult volunteers, Girl Scouts cultivate their full individual potential. The qualities they develop in Girl Scouting — leadership, values, social conscience, and conviction about their own self-worth — serve them all their lives.

The Arizona Cactus-Pine Council is unique because we serve a vast jurisdictional area encompassing approximately 75,000 square miles of our great state. We are one of 300+ other councils across the nation chartered by Girl Scouts of the USA. We had our first Annual Meeting in 1936 and were incorporated in the State of Arizona in 1940.

Since 1936, our innovative programming and services have provided girls with a wide variety of opportunities that promote self-reliance, respect for others, a sense of belonging, and the belief that each individual has the potential to positively impact her community.

Girl Scouting is a hands-on, experiential program. Girls learn by earning Try-Its, Proficiency Badges, Interest Project Patches, and by participating in troop and neighborhood activities and community service projects. Girl Scouting offers a comprehensive outdoor program including camping basics, day and resident summer camp, and Girl Sports. Older Girl Scouts have the opportunity to earn the Gold an Silver leadership awards for their work in the community. Girls are guided through these activities by well-trained volunteer leaders and professional staff.