Small act, big impact

DERRY, NH – Little girls have big hearts. Girl Scout Troop 65015 in Derry wanted to make a difference in the lives of other children and took action to pack snack bags for End 68 Hours of Hunger, a food program with a location serving Derry and Chester.

Shelley Terrizzi and Amanda Gialanella lead the troop. Terrizzi said the girls packed 180 snack bags for the food program.

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"This was the first time our girls participated in a community service project like this, and it was such a rewarding experience," she said. "They were incredibly proud of themselves and excited to know that something they did together could make a difference in the lives of other children in their community. We think it's a wonderful example of the Girl Scout spirit of giving back, making a difference, and showing girls that even small acts of kindness can have a big impact."

End 68 Hours of Hunger provided the supplies and snacks, so the troop did not have to fund the project financially. All they needed from the Girl Scouts was their time and helping hands. The snack bags were filled with Rice Krispies Treats, peanut butter crackers, beef sticks, granola bars, and cookies.

"One of the most meaningful parts of the experience," Terrizzi said, "was helping the girls understand why this project was important. We wanted them to recognize that not every child has the same circumstances and that some children may not have enough food at home to get them through the weekend, including something as simple as a snack."

The staff from End 68 Hours of Hunger read a book to the girls called "Lulu and the Hunger Monster."

"It was a great, age-appropriate way to introduce the subject and help explain that some families struggle to afford enough food and that there are children who may go without snacks or meals when school is not in session." said Terrizzi. "Our hope was that the girls would walk away with a better understanding of how fortunate they are, an appreciation for the importance of helping others, and the realization that even at their young ages, they can make a positive impact in their community."

When families participate in Girl Scouts, they take part in a program that encourages girls to find what's within and encourage them to set a goal, make a plan, and love the journey they're on. Find out more about Girl Scouts at www.girlscoutsgwm.org.

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