About the Holocaust Education Patch Program
The Holocaust Education Patch Program invites Girl Scouts and other participants to learn about the Holocaust, the experiences of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts during this period, and the ways individuals have demonstrated courage, inclusion, and a commitment to truth in the face of injustice. Through age-appropriate educational activities, the program encourages participants to connect what they learn from history with meaningful action today, inspiring them to stand against antisemitism, discrimination, and other forms of prejudice in their own communities.
The program is open to Girl Scouts, individuals, schools, and other groups of all ages and locations. Both the patches and the curriculum adhere to specific copyright requirements and may not be altered, reproduced, copied, or modified in any way. These requirements ensure fidelity to the program’s educational intent and compliance with Girl Scout regulations and copyright standards.
Resources to Earn the Patch
The Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh provides resources to help participants complete the patch program in their own communities. Our website includes:
- Program Resources: Access the curriculum and activities needed to learn about the Holocaust, explore the experiences of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, and complete the patch requirements.
- Partner Organizations: Find organizations across the country that can support troops, individuals, and other participants as they work toward earning the patch.
- History of the Patch Program: Learn about the creation of the program, Lily Sassani’s Gold Award project, and the work that brought the patch to life.
Whether you are a Girl Scout troop, an individual participant, an educator, or a community organization, we invite you to explore the resources and take part in this educational program.
Thank you to the Jewish Women’s Foundation of Greater Pittsburgh for generously supporting the Holocaust Education Girl Scout Patch Program.
Steps to Earn the Patch
Step 1: Review the curriculum at the bottom of this page and decide if this patch program is a good fit for your troop.
It’s important for troop leaders to read and complete the Pre-program Prep section of the curriculum. Due to the sensitivity of the subject, it is suggested that troop leader(s) speak with the troop’s parents ahead of time and/or share the curriculum with parents to determine whether or not they feel their troop member is ready to pursue this patch. A permission slip is included in the Pre-program Prep section of the curriculum. Please note that this program is appropriate for Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scouts (6th-12th grade).
A recording of our information session for troop leaders can be found here.
Step 2: Please fill out this form to let us know that you intend to participate in the program. This helps us to anticipate the volume of requests for patches and prepare accordingly!
Step 3: Work through the curriculum with your troop, completing activities in the Discover, Connect, and Take Action portions.
There are a variety of activities to choose from in the Connect and Take Action phases of the program, allowing troop leaders to tailor the experience to their troop. These options allow troops everywhere to participate!
You can find additional resources and learning materials here.
Step 4: Once you’ve completed the curriculum, fill out this form to request patches for participants who have fulfilled the requirements of the program.
Please note that while the program is free, troops must purchase the patches and cover shipping costs.
Cost per patch: $1
Shipping cost within the United States: $6.50
Please contact us for international shipping costs.
A staff member will contact you with payment instructions after we receive your form submission.
Questions? Please reach out to Julia at jgaetano@hcpgh.org or call 412-421-1500.