Our Governance

Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas is a nonprofit corporation formed under the laws of the State of Texas and chartered by Girl Scouts of the United States of America (GSUSA). The council is governed by bylaws and led by a volunteer Board of Directors that sets the strategic direction for the council and represents the broad diversity of our membership and the communities we serve. Many board meetings are open to the public, and agendas and minutes are available as well.

Every three years, we participate in GSUSA’s National Convention by sending delegates to its National Council Session for discussing and voting on important topics. The next convention will be in 2029 in Indianapolis, IN. The next delegate application period will be Spring 2028.

Strategic Direction

Our 2023-25 strategic areas of focus are:

Transform the volunteer experience
Reach and retain more girls
Grow revenue sources
Relevant equitable brand
Effective operations

Underscoring every area is a focus on equity—how we can best meet the needs of our communities through allocation of resources and opportunities to create equal

Annual Report

Each year, we produce an Annual Report that details our finances for the past membership year, lists our Board of Directors and top donors, and highlights our programming and the achievements of our incredible Girl Scouts.

Bylaws

Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas Bylaws

Board Community Area Liaisons

Board Meeting Dates, Agendas, and Minutes

2024

Wednesday, January 17 Board Agenda Board Minutes	5:00-7:00 p.m. Sally Cheever Girl Scout Leadership Center Guest participation options: In person: Guests must arrive no later than 5:30 p.m. for admission, with no exceptions. The door will be closed after this time. Virtually: Guests may participate virtually via Zoom. Please email our Customer Care team at customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org to request a login link. Requests must be received by 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 17, to allow time for processing. Attention: The Board of Directors will discuss proposed Bylaws Amendments at the January 17, 2024, Board meeting. If any members of the council have questions or wish to provide feedback, please email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org by Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
Annual Meeting Saturday, March 2 Board Agenda Board Minutes	9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Sally Cheever Girl Scout Leadership Center Guest participation: In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 9:15 a.m. for admission. No exceptions. The building is closed to the public on this date. Door will be closed after this time and no late arrivals permitted. Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org no later than Thursday, Feb. 29.
Saturday, May 4 Board Agenda Board Minutes	9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sally Cheever Girl Scout Leadership Center Guest participation: In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 9:15 a.m. for admission. No exceptions. The building is closed to the public on this date. Door will be closed after this time and no late arrivals permitted. Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org no later than Thursday, May 2.
Board Retreat Saturday, September 21 Board Agenda Board Minutes	9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Sally Cheever Girl Scout Leadership Center Guest participation: In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 9:15 a.m. for admission. No exceptions. The building is closed to the public on this date. Door will be closed after this time and no late arrivals permitted. Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org no later than Thursday, Sept. 19.
Wednesday, November 6 Board Agenda Board Minutes	5:00-7:00 p.m. Sally Cheever Girl Scout Leadership Center Guest participation: In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 5 p.m. for admission. No exceptions. No late arrivals permitted. Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org no later than Tues. Nov 5.

2025

Wednesday, January 22 Board Agenda Board Minutes	5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Sally Cheever Girl Scout Leadership Center Guest participation: In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 5 p.m. for admission. No exceptions. No late arrivals permitted. Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org no later than Friday, Jan. 17, 2025
Annual Meeting Saturday, March 1 Board Agenda Board Minutes	9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sally Cheever Girl Scout Leadership Center Guest participation: In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 9:20 a.m. for admission. No exceptions. No late arrivals permitted. Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org no later than Thurs. February 27, 2025 at 5 p.m.
Wednesday, May 7 Board Agenda Board Minutes	5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Sally Cheever Girl Scout Leadership Center Guest participation: In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 5 p.m. for admission. No exceptions. No late arrivals permitted. Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org no later than Friday, May 2 at 12 p.m.
Board Retreat Saturday, September 20 Board Agenda Board Minutes	9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Sally Cheever Girl Scouts Leadership Center Guest participation: In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 8:45 a.m. for admission. The door will close so no further admission. Guests are permitted to attend Board meeting 9 am – approximately 11:30 a.m. only. Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org no later than Thursday, Sept 18 at 12 p.m
Wednesday, November 5 Board Agenda Board Minutes	5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Sally Cheever Girl Scout Leadership Center Guest participation: In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 5 p.m. for admission. No exceptions. No late arrivals permitted. Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org

2026

Wednesday, January 14
Board Agenda
Board Minutes

5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Sally Cheever Girl Scouts Leadership Center, ATT rooms

Guest participation:

In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 5 p.m. for admission. No exceptions. No late arrivals permitted.

Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org

Annual Meeting
Saturday, March 7
Board Agenda
Board Minutes

9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sally Cheever Girl Scouts Leadership Center, ATT rooms

Guest participation:

In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 9:20 a.m. for admission. No exceptions. No late arrivals permitted.

Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org

Saturday, May 2
Board Agenda
Board Minutes

9:30 - 12:00 p.m.
Sally Cheever Girl Scouts Leadership Center, ATT rooms

Guest participation:

In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 9:20 a.m. for admission. No exceptions. No late arrivals permitted.

Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org

Wednesday, Jul 23
Board Agenda
Board Minutes

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Virtual meeting via Zoom

Guest participation:

Virtual option only. If a link or assistance is needed to attend the virtual meeting, please contact Cassidy Kilpatrick at ckilpatrick@dtrglaw.com. Please be aware that Executive Session will be closed for Board members only.

Board Retreat
Saturday, September 19
Board Agenda
Board Minutes

Location: Sally Cheever Girl Scouts Leadership Center, ATT Rooms

Theme: Hispanic Heritage Month

Attire: Dress according to theme. However, please note attire for optional backyard tour below.

Guest participation:

In-person option only. Guest must arrive between 8:45 -9:15 a.m. for admission into ATT Rooms. No late arrivals will be permitted into room during meeting.

9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Tour of backyard – Guests are welcome to join. However, due to safety requirements: all tour participants must wear ankle length pants, closed toe shoes, no sleeveless shirts (may wear a cardigan/shirt over a sleeveless shirt)

9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Board Meeting – Guests are welcome.

11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Board Retreat – closed to Board members only.

Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org

Wednesday, November 4
Board Agenda
Board Minutes

5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Sally Cheever Girl Scout Leadership Center

Guest participation:

In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 5:30 p.m. for admission No exceptions. No late arrivals permitted.

Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org

2027

Wednesday, January 13
Board Agenda
Board Minutes

5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Location TBA

Guest participation:

In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 5 p.m. for admission. No exceptions. No late arrivals permitted.

Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org

Annual Meeting
Saturday, March 6
Board Agenda
Board Minutes

9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Location TBA

Guest participation:

In-person option only. Guest must arrive no later than 9:15 a.m. for admission. No exceptions. The building is closed to the public on this date. Door will be closed after this time and no late arrivals permitted.

Questions? Email customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org

GSSWT National Delegates

The National Council is the membership body of Girl Scouts of the USA charged with providing input and broad direction to the future of the Girl Scout Movement. As required by the Girl Scouts of the USA Constitution in the Blue Book of Basic Documents, the body convenes every three years and is the major link between Girl Scout councils and the national organization.

On May 7, 2025, the Board of Directors of Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas elected a slate of national delegates and alternates to represent our council this triennium and at the next National Council Session.

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GSSWT National Delegates & Alternates (as of 07/01/2026)

(In alphabetical order, (*) indicates girl delegate or alternate)

Delegates:

Gena Alvarez

Milana Dudley *

Amaya Hill *

Danielle Hill

Cindy Lira

Wendy Sauceda *

Yuliana Sauceda

Nicole Trevino

Alternates:

Tabitha Bomer

Emiko Dudley

Irma Iris Duran de Rodriguez

Janice Greer DeHaven

Brittany Molzon

Tristyn Myrick *

Annette Perez

Lea Ream

Stephanie Reese

Angie Salinas

Grace Simonson

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57th National Council Special Session

In accordance with the GSUSA democratic process, more than 800 girl and adult members who were elected to serve as delegates from councils across the country came together for the Special 57th National Council Session held on October 19, 2024, and voted on the proposals submitted by the National Board regarding membership dues.

For the membership year 2025–2026*, annual membership dues will be $45 for girls and $30 for adults.

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58th National Council Session Follow Up

The 58th National Council Session of Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. was held Sunday, July 20–Tuesday, July 22, 2026, in Washington, D.C. When NCS concluded, it will be followed by Girl Scouts Unite on Wednesday, July 23–Friday, July 25, 2026.

View a recap of the highlights on the GSUSA website.
Download a summary of the acti ons taken by the National Council at the 58th National Council Session.

GSSWT CEO Angie Salinas talking to young girl scouts

Our Leadership

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