GIRL SCOUTS ADD FIRST DOG TREAT AND ALLERGY-FRIENDLY COOKIE FOR 2027 SEASON

BOISE, Idaho, Sept. 8, 2026 — Today, Girl Scouts of Silver Sage unveiled two first-of-their-kind additions to the 2027 Girl Scout Cookie® lineup. Patch Pals™, developed with BARK, and Girl Scout Sparkables™, developed with Partake®, will debut together as the first cookie created just for dogs and the first allergy-friendly cookie. These online-exclusive offerings will join beloved classics like Thin Mints®, Caramel deLites®, and Peanut Butter Patties®. 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® while staying true to what makes the tradition special. 'The Girl Scout Cookie Program has always been about bringing communities together while teaching girls real-world business and leadership skills,' said Dr. Angela Hemingway, CEO of Girl Scouts of Silver Sage. 'With Patch Pals and Girl Scout Sparkables, we're making cookie season more inclusive than ever. Whether sharing a delicious treat or including a cherished family pet, these new products give our girls even greater opportunities to power their adventures, serve their communities, and build lifelong confidence.' For four-legged family members, Patch Pals offers 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 cookie has been baked to feature one of four 'patch' designs, representing iconic Girl Scout experiences. Girl Scout Sparkables brings 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, Girl Scouts 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. Patch Pals and Girl Scout Sparkables will be available online only through Digital Cookie while supplies last. In our area, Digital Cookie opens on Friday, January 8, 2027.