Girl Scouts membership fees could increase significantly soon

The Girl Scouts says it is losing money and is hoping to make it up with a major increase in membership dues.

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The Girl Scouts says it wants to increase yearly fees from $25 to $85. It says its largest source of revenue comes from the dues, and not by selling its famous cookies.

Troop leaders have said they believe the membership due increase could put a financial strain on families, causing troops to have issues, possibly including losing members.