It’s the time of the year when Girl Scouts knock on our doors and sell their infamous and delicious cookies: Samoas, Tagalongs, Do-si-dos, Thanks-A-Lot and Thin Mints (my family’s personal favorite).

The organization is also known for acts of community service, and many accomplished alums are proof that Girl Scouts works. From astronaut Jan Davis and award-winning entertainer Queen Latifah to journalist powerhouse Katie Couric and civil rights activist Dolores Huerta – Girl Scout alums rise to the top of all fields.