Girl Scouts of the USA unveils new additions including a cookie for dogs. Girl Scouts of the USA Debuts Patch Pals(TM), Its First Dog Cookie, and Girl Scout Sparkables. By: Kelly Broderick Posted 9:20 AM, Sep 08, 2026 Cookie season may not be for a few months, but Girl Scouts of the USA is already unveiling a new lineup! On Tuesday, the nonprofit organization unveiled two first-of-their-kind additions: Patch Pals, developed with BARK, and Girl Scout Sparkables, developed with Partake. BARK is the "world's most dog-centric company" and Partake "is a Certified B Corp that works to provide everyone the ability to share in life's joys - big and small." These online exclusives will join beloved classics like Thin Mints, Samoas/Caramel deLites and Peanut Butter Patties(R)/Tagalongs! Patch Pals is a blueberry muffin-flavored cookie created just for dogs and features four "patch" designs. Sparkables are Girl Scouts first-ever cookie developed for families navigating certain food allergies. It's developed in a facility designed to avoid the nine major food allergens. This option is a crunchy oatmeal cookie with chocolate chips and colorful sprinkles. Girl Scout Cookie season is recognized nationally from January through April and these new additions will be available exclusively online for direct shipping beginning January 12.

Girl Scouts of the USA debuts Patch Pals(TM), its first dog cookie, and Girl Scout Sparkables(TM), its first allergy-friendly cookie, ahead of the 2027 cookie season. The new cookies, developed with BARK and Partake(R), will be available exclusively online for shipping only during the 2027 Girl Scout Cookie(R) season, expanding how families, friends and four-legged companions can take part in the fun of the Girl Scout Cookie Program(R). Media Contact: Girl Scouts of the USA Press Room [email protected] NEW YORK (September 8, 2026) - Today, Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) unveiled two first-of-their-kind additions to the national 2027 Girl Scout Cookie(R) lineup. Patch Pals(TM), developed with BARK, and Girl Scout Sparkables(TM), developed with Partake(R), will debut together as the first cookie created just for dogs and the first allergy-friendly cookie. The online exclusive offerings will join beloved classics like Thin Mints(R), Samoas(R)/Caramel deLites(R) and Peanut Butter Patties(R)/Tagalongs(R). Inspired by Girl Scouts around the country who have advocated for expanding the cookie lineup to meet the diverse needs of their communities, Patch Pals and Girl Scout Sparkables offer new ways for more girls, families and beloved pets to participate in the Girl Scout Cookie Program(R)- while staying true to what makes the tradition special. For four-legged family members, Patch Pals offer a playful new way to take part in the fun. Developed with BARK (NYSE: BARK), the dog-obsessed company on a mission to make all dogs happy, and inspired by Girl Scouts' deep love for their dogs, the soft-baked, blueberry muffin-flavored dog cookies celebrate the bond between people and their pups. Each dog cookie has been baked to feature one of four "patch" designs, representing iconic Girl Scout experiences. Girl Scout Sparkables bring a new level of inclusivity to the Girl Scout Cookie portfolio as its first-ever cookie developed for families navigating certain food allergies. Developed with Partake in a facility designed to avoid the nine major food allergens, the crunchy oatmeal cookie features chocolate chips and is dotted with colorful sprinkles, giving families navigating the most common food allergies a way to feel more included during Girl Scout Cookie season. Each year, girls discover their power as they utilize their innate sense of curiosity to unlock wonderful adventures and experiences through the Girl Scout Cookie Program. Along the way, they develop essential life skills, including goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills and business ethics, while gaining a deeper understanding of themselves and what they care about. Every cookie box purchase helps fuel life-changing experiences for Girl Scouts throughout the year, from outdoor adventures and travel opportunities to community service projects, STEM exploration and leadership development. All proceeds stay local to support Girl Scout councils and troops. Girl Scout Cookie season is recognized nationally from January through April, though local dates vary by region. Patch Pals and Girl Scout Sparkables will be available exclusively online for direct shipping beginning January 12, 2027, with the national launch of the 2027 cookie season. Visit girlscoutcookies.org to sign up for notifications when cookie season begins nationally. Text "Cookies" to 59618 to get the latest Girl Scout Cookie news. Discover more about Girl Scouts and unlock meaningful experiences by joining or becoming a volunteer. We are Girl Scouts of the USA, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building girls of courage, confidence, and character. Girl Scouts discover who they are, tap into the power inside them, and build the confidence to let it shine. Through programs from coast to coast and overseas, girls of all backgrounds and abilities come as they are to explore their passions, meet new challenges, and develop hands-on skills. They find their strengths in science labs and on hiking trails, at cookie booths and in front of city councils. Backed by millions of alums and a network of dedicated adult volunteers and mentors, Girl Scouts drive change to make the world a better place. Along the way, they uncover the tools they need to lead with joy, on their own terms. Join us, volunteer, reconnect, or donate. About BARK BARK is the world's most dog-centric company, devoted to making all dogs happy with the best products, food, services, and content. BARK's dog-obsessed team leverages its unique, data-driven understanding of what makes each dog special to design playstyle-specific toys, wildly satisfying treats, dog-first experiences that foster the health and happiness of dogs everywhere, and more. Founded in 2011, BARK loyally serves millions of dogs nationwide with BarkBox and Super Chewer, its themed toys and treats subscriptions; custom product collections through its retail partner network, including Target, Chewy, and Amazon; BARK in the Belly, a premium dog food and consumables line that donates 100% of food profits to fight canine hunger; and BARK Air, the first air travel experience designed specifically for dogs first. At BARK, we want to make dogs as happy as they make us because dogs and humans are better together. Sniff around at bark.co for more information. About Partake(R) Created in 2016 by Founder and CEO Denise Woodard when her daughter was diagnosed with multiple food allergies, Partake(R) is a Certified B Corp that works to provide everyone the ability to share in life's joys - big and small. The Black-owned, women-led company offers delicious, allergy-friendly cookies, vanilla wafers, and graham crackers that are certified gluten-free, non-GMO, vegan, and free of the top 9 allergens (wheat, tree nuts, peanuts, milk, eggs, soy, fish, sesame, and shellfish). The products are made with better-for-you ingredients and offer a variety of new and nostalgic flavors that those with and without dietary restrictions can enjoy. With radical inclusivity at its core, Partake(R) partners with non-profit organizations actively pursuing an end to food insecurity and creates career opportunities for HBCU students. Find Partake(R) in more than 11,000 stores across the US. For more information, please visit: partakefoods.com or follow @PartakeFoods on Instagram.

ACPL's Aboite Branch partners with local Girl Scouts for community hygiene drive. The Allen County Public Library's Aboite Branch is partnering with two local Girl Scouts to host a community hygiene drive benefiting area families in need. The donation drive will run through August 15, collecting essential personal care items that will be assembled into hygiene kits and distributed to local food pantries. Community members are invited to donate new, unopened hygiene products including: * Toothbrushes and toothpaste * Deodorant * Bar soap and body wash * Shampoo and conditioner * Menstrual hygiene products * Other essential personal care items Cadette Girl Scouts Kyla Paul and Cora Windmiller are leading the project to earn the Girl Scout Silver Award, the highest award a Cadette Girl Scout can achieve. Beyond collecting donations, Paul and Windmiller have created educational resources to promote healthy hygiene habits, including a recommended reading list featuring books from the Library's collection and bookmarks with a QR code linking to an educational video they produced. "The library is proud to support young people who are identifying needs in our community and taking action to address them," said Kris Lill, Manager of the Aboite Branch. "This project combines literacy, education, and community service in a meaningful way, while helping ensure that families have access to everyday essentials many of us take for granted." The hygiene drive is open to all community members. Donations may be placed in the collection bin located inside the Aboite Branch during regular library hours through August 15.