There’s no substitute for giving your Girl Scout the exciting, enriching experience that comes from selling Girl Scout cookies. Much more than a way to raise money, the annual cookie sale is a hands-on leadership and entrepreneurial program unlike any other in the world. Girls gain a wealth of essential skills, not from a book, but from real-life experiences that build a strong foundation for success. Many successful businesswomen and community leaders say they got their start selling Girl Scout Cookies.