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Kelly McCleary Counselor-in-Training Registration Scholarship Fund
The Kelly McCleary Counselor-in-Training Registration Scholarship Fund
The Kelly McCleary Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Registration Scholarship Fund was established in 2026 by the McCleary family to support GSNI Girl Scouts in completing Counselor-in-Training 1 (CIT-1) and Counselor-in-Training 2 (CIT-2).
Kelly McCleary was a lifelong Girl Scout, Gold Award recipient, and dedicated volunteer who passed away in 2024. Her legacy as an educator, mentor, coach, and champion for girls lives on through this opportunity. She deeply believed in the power of the CIT program and the confidence, leadership, and service it inspires. GSNI is grateful to the McCleary family for honoring her memory through this meaningful scholarship.
CIT-1 sessions are a 13-day/12-night program for Girl Scouts entering grades 9–11. Participants develop leadership and outdoor skills while helping camp staff facilitate activities. CIT-2 sessions build on CIT-1 and focus on planning camp activities, learning camp administration, and advanced outdoor skill training for Girl Scouts in grades 10–12.
Through this scholarship, all fees for CIT-1 and CIT-2 are waived for eligible participants, making these leadership-building experiences accessible to more Girl Scouts across GSNI. No separate application is required. When a Girl Scout indicates interest in the CIT program on the camp registration form, the scholarship will automatically be applied.
Eligible Girl Scouts may receive one scholarship per year. Girl Scouts may receive scholarships for both CIT-1 and CIT-2 programs but not in the same year. All applicants will receive the CIT-1 or CIT-2 registration scholarship, so long as funds are available. Families may choose to waive the scholarship or contribute to the fund to support future participants.
This scholarship is more than financial support—it’s an investment in the next generation of leaders. By removing barriers to participation, we are expanding access to transformative Girl Scout experiences and honoring a legacy rooted in service, generosity, and belief in every Girl Scout’s potential.
Initial funding comes from memorial and tribute gifts made in Kelly’s honor, with additional support welcomed to sustain the program for years to come. Make a direct donation to the Kelly McCleary Counselor-in-Training Registration Scholarship Fund in any amount on our website here.
For more information on CIT programs or ways to contribute to this fund, please contact customercare@girlscoutsni.org.
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Create your legacy with a planned gift.
Did you know that the very first planned gift in the Girl Scout Movement was made by our founder, Juliette Gordon Low? She transformed the carriage house of her home into the very first Girl Scout national headquarters and generously gifted the property to Girl Scouts in her will. You can carry on her incredible legacy by making GSNI a beneficiary of your estate plans and becoming a member of GSNI’s Juliette Gordon Low Society. Join us in honoring Juliette's vision and passion for empowering the Girl Scouts of today and tomorrow!
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Juliette Gordon Low Society
Juliette Gordon Low Society Members
Become a high-impact member of the Leadership Circle
By joining the Leadership Circle, you are not only supporting the development of Girl Scouts’ leadership skills but also championing the improvement of their mental health, reinforcing their commitment to justice and fairness, and igniting their passion for learning and education. Your annual contribution of at least $1,000 will empower young people to dream big, make a positive impact, and take charge within and beyond the Girl Scout community.
As a Leadership Circle donor, you'll receive personalized communications from GSNI and exclusive invitations to events. Your generous support truly makes an impact and contributes to the advancement of the Girl Scout Movement.
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