JoAnn Lighty
Board Chair
Community Leader
The process by which the Board of Directors, led by its Chair, elected by and with input from the elected Delegate Members of the Council, uses its authority to ensure organizational stability and fulfillment of the Girl Scout mission by providing leadership, strategic direction, policy making and fiduciary oversight for the council, a non-profit corporation organized under the laws of the state of Idaho.
Annual Meeting 
April 10, 2026
Dear Volunteers,
We wanted to extend our heartfelt thanks to each of you for attending and contributing to the success of our Annual Business Meeting. Your presence and participation were invaluable, and we truly appreciate your dedication and support.
- Documents presented at the meeting: 2026 Annual Meeting Documents
- Annual Meeting Feedback Survey: Please take a moment to complete our feedback survey. Your insights are crucial for us to improve future events. 2026 Annual Business Meeting Survey – April 9, 2026
- Give your input for 2026 NCS Discussion Topics and Proposals: 2026 National Convention Session- Proposals Survey
- Vision 20230 & Silver Sage Strategic Plan Alignment Survey: Vision 2030 & Silver Sage Strategic Plan Alignment Survey
- Upcoming Events: Stay tuned for our upcoming events and activities. You can find the schedule and details on our website- Event Calendar
Once again, thank you for your time and effort. We look forward to seeing you at our future events and continuing to work together to achieve our goals.
Thank you for your service and leadership.
Best regards,
CEO, Dr. Angela Heminway
Executive Assistant to CEO, Dawn Rising
Girl Scouts of Silver Sage
Contact customercare@girlscouts-ssc.org with any questions.
What happens at the Annual Meeting
1) Elect officers, directors at large, members of the Board Development Committee; and every three years, the delegates and alternates to the National Convention.
2) Consider any proposed amendments to the bylaws.
3) Provide input on key issues affecting the Council and the Movement.
4) Consider any other business appropriate to come before the corporation in accordance with the process established by the board of directors.
Bylaws
Board of Directors
Older Girl Leadership
SENIOR/AMBASSADOR GIRL BOARD MEMBER (One-Year Term) 2026-2027:
Anastasia C. - Senior/Ambassador Girl Board Member, Candidate,
Anastasia Canham has been in Girl Scouts for 10 years, which has
included being both a part of Arizona Cactus Pine and Silver Sage
Councils. Besides Girl Scouts, Anastasia does ballet and pointe dance
classes and is a part of Renaissance High School’s theater, D&D, and
creative writing clubs. Her favorite school subjects are math and
science and she loves anything STEM. As a Girl Scout, she has completed
both her Bronze and Silver Awards, and she is currently exploring
options for her Gold project. Anastasia’s favorite parts of Girl Scouts
are learning new things and making the world a better place!
Eva W. - Senior/Ambassador Girl Board Member, Candidate,
Eva has been in Girl Scouts for 8 years. As a Girl Scout, she has
participated in many volunteer projects. Eva’s favorite part of Girl
Scouts is building connections with her community, meeting new people,
and giving back as much as she’s able. She is currently working towards
her silver award with her troop and has hopes to complete her gold award
in the future. Outside of Girl Scouts, Eva is a drum major in her
school’s marching band, and she plays 5 different instruments. She loves
to spend time outside, ski, and travel with her family.
Tri-Annual Convention 2026
National Delegates 2025-2028
Financials
