Although the council charges modest fees for some of its events, these fees only cover a portion of the actual cost. As a non-profit organization, the council's primary sources of funding are the cookie sale, the United Way, grants from foundations and corporations, special events, and donations from parents and caring individuals in the community. The rich diversity of Girl Scouting is a tribute to constant efforts to eliminate any barriers to Girl Scout membership. Girl Scouts - Mt. Wilson Vista Council provides financial aid to girls whose families cannot afford the costs of membership registration, camping, program events and other needs. Community-based programs, grants and camperships for girls in need or in underserved areas of the council help ensure that Girl Scouting is available for all girls, regardless of a family's financial limitations.
Girls can receive one campership and one grant per year.
The council offer grants to enable girls from low-income families to fully participate in Girl Scouting. Grants are used to fund basic uniforms, participation in troop programs, leadership opportunities and more. Camperships Sleeping under the stars or having fun at an outdoor day camp are experiences that have a tremendous positive impact on girls. Camperships enable girls from low-income families to take part in the camp experience. Camperships are funded through the Los Angeles Times Summer Camp Fund, the Kuhn Fund, other designated council funds, and donations from area service clubs, businesses, and individuals.