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Girl Scouts of Northern California’s first Giving Circle Chapter is a network of alumni and friends who share a passion for making Girl Scouting accessible to girls in underserved communities in Santa Clara County. By pooling membership donations, the Circle awards grants to programs and projects that help girls develop courage, confidence, and character.
The Giving Circle meets five times a year, along with an informal celebration, giving members opportunities to connect with one another, learn about issues facing girls, hear council updates, discover Girl Scout programming, volunteer, and vote on the grants they fund. Together, their collective generosity is making a powerful difference in the lives of girls across Santa Clara County and beyond.
Now entering its 11th fundraising year, the Santa Clara Giving Circle has invested $503,378 in Girl Scout programs since awarding its first grants in 2017 — an extraordinary milestone made possible by the generosity and commitment of its members.
When those first $20,700 in grants were awarded in 2017, reaching half a million dollars felt like a distant dream. That milestone has now been surpassed, and the Circle isn’t stopping there.
This year, the goal is to raise $65,000 to continue opening doors and creating opportunities for girls whose needs are greater than ever.
We invite you to join a circle of alumni and friends who are continuing to give girls the opportunity to grow into courageous, confident young women of character. Learn more about joining the Santa Clara Giving Circle here.
The Santa Clara Giving Circle celebrating 10 years of record-breaking giving
Donate now and become an annual member of the Santa Clara Giving Circle today!
Membership deadline: April 15, 2027
Philanthropist: $1025
Emerging Philanthropist, 40 years and younger: $525
We welcome any additional donation amount!
If you have any questions or wish to discuss a more flexible donation plan please contact us at funddevelopment@gsnorcal.org
To donate by mail, send your donation to: Girl Scouts of Northern California Attention: Fund Development 1301 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 200 Alameda, CA 94501. Please notate "SCC Giving Circle" on the check.
2026-27 Santa Clara Giving Circle Dates
September 12, 2026 – Volunteer Event: Giving Circle members and Girl Scout volunteers helped clean up and prepare Rainbow’s End for the Double Quinceañera celebration, marking 30 years of GSNorCal’s outstanding Got Choices program, which Giving Circle grants have proudly supported for the past 10 years!
November 18, 2026 – Learn Event (virtual): What does it take for a girl to thrive — not just get by, but feel confident, connected, safe, supported, and empowered to imagine a future full of possibilities? Join us for an important conversation drawing on findings from the Girl Scouts of California: State of the Girl report and the SJSU Silicon Valley Pain Index. Together, expert panel members will explore both the experiences of girls and the broader conditions shaping their lives. Register here.
February 22, 2027 – Join Event: Reconnect with fellow members, hear the latest council news, and celebrate the impact of Giving Circle grants on girls' lives.
May 20, 2027 – Vote Meeting: Hear directly from GSNorCal program staff about exciting grant opportunities and help decide how pooled funds will make a difference for girls in Santa Clara County and beyond.
June 7, 2027 – Outdoor Celebration: Come together for a fantastic evening of friendship, games, and celebration with fellow Giving Circle members!
Get Inspired:
- Check out the Giving Circle article in Girl Scouts of Northern California’s 2024 Annual Report for more information.
