Hilo troop 254 provides meals to community

Girl Scouts of Troop 254 cooked, plated, and walked around Hilo distributing 29 plates of homemade food to the homeless/hungry in the area. They made chili and rice, with a side of homegrown green beans, homemade corn bread, and brownies. They sent the meals with cans of juice, and hand drawn cards. They were worried they would have trouble distributing so many, but could easily have done more. 



The moments were so poignant and the girls cheerful community spirit and the respectful way they interacted with the hungry was amazing. They took time to listen to stories, give and receive hugs, sing songs on request, and participate in prayers. One veteran told a girl she reminded him of his two daughters, who both had died in military service. He showed his tattoo of them, and asked her to sing for him. She launched into "Bulletproof" and he stood there with tears streaming down his face. Troop leader Tantra says, “I am so lucky to be part of this troop, with these girls who so embody the Girl Scout Law! They inspire me!! Moments like yesterday make the madness of cookie season totally worthwhile. Thank you for all you do to support us and make our activities happen. You are touching lives!”