Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, the largest chartered Girl Scout council in the USA, is responsible for delivery of high quality, comprehensive Girl Scout program within its jurisdiction. Governed by an elected volunteer board of directors, the council, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, is also responsible for funding its operations.

The following charts reflect 2007 reports from the former Girl Scouts - Illinois Crossroads Council, now known as Vernon Hills Regional Service Center of Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana.

Income to support our vision is received from our famous cookie program, other product program activities, program fees, and shop and product sales, grants, and the United Way. Contributions from individuals, Family Partnerships, community organizations, foundations, corporations, and individuals help support volunteer training and membership extension programs to reach more girls. One-third of the girls in Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana receive financial assistance in order to participate in Girl Scouting.