Christian Alternative to Girl Scouts Experiencing Impressive Growth
AHG was reportedly founded in 1993 by Patti Garibay and others when the Girl Scouts removed all references to God.
(West Chester, Ohio)?Membership rolls for the Girl Scouts have declined by more than 100,000 in the past five years, according to a OneNewsNow report, but at the same time, an organization known as American Heritage Girls (AHG) has made strides in membership and popularity.
AHG was reportedly founded in 1993 by Patti Garibay and others when the Girl Scouts removed all references to God. Garibay is quoted as saying God's blessing on the newer organization has been evident. (Photo: AGH)
"We just thought it would be a little club for our own daughters," she shares. But,"[He] also opened our eyes more and more about the agenda of the Girl Scouts and the need for an alternative for parents who would like to instill Christian values in their daughters through the character-development program of a scouting organization."
The report states that the organization currently has chapters in 33 states and is designed for girls ages 5-18, and those wishing to join American Heritage Girls do not have to be Christian, but leaders must sign a statement of faith.
