Howell Girl Scout Receives Highest Honor For Cancer Advocacy

HOWELL, NJ - 31 Monmouth and Ocean County Girl Scouts were recently named recipients of the Girl Scout Silver Award, which serves as the highest award presented by the organization for scouts in sixth through eighth grade.

Tackling complex issues such as cyberbullying, cancer care support and environmental sustainability, the winners were honored at a drive-thru ceremony last month at the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Program Activity Center in Farmingdale.

Allison Quinn of Howell was awarded for her efforts in providing support and comfort items for those undergoing cancer treatment.

Quinn’s project idea came about after her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer last year, according to a news release. The young leader has since made and donated over 700 chemo port pillows, pillowcases, mastectomy pillows and face coverings for individuals going through cancer treatment and surgery.

Amid the success of Quinn’s project passion for breast cancer awareness, the Howell Town Council dedicated a day to Metastatic Breast Cancer, with Quinn inviting a family who lost their daughter to the disease to dedicate the day to their daughter.

To win the prestigious award, Girl Scouts must fulfill several requirements including taking on a community project that makes a lasting impact. Throughout the process, scouts aim to develop organization and leadership skills that benefit their community.

“Especially this year, we are truly proud of the impact that our Silver Award Girl Scouts have made in their communities,” said Eileen M. Higgins, CEO of the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore. “Collectively, they devoted over 1,500 hours toward making their communities a better place to live.”