Join American Heritage Girls for a

night of celebration and giving!

 

AHG is celebrating God’s faithfulness over the last 30 years, and the provision He has in store for future generations. 

 

MONDAY, JULY 14, 2025

 

There are two ways to attend!

 

Attend in-person (seats are limited!) at the Sharonville Convention Center, located in Cincinnati, OH for dinner and an inspirational evening from 6:00pm–9:00pm ET. 

OR

 
Attend virtually and view the LIVE event on July 14, 2025, from 6:30pm–9:00pm ET. Virtual attendance also provides access to view the event “on demand” immediately following the LIVE event through July 31, 2025. 

 

Our world is desperate for change: for light, hope, love. Our culture is simultaneously erasing God and thirsting for the life-giving water only He can provide. The American Heritage Girls (AHG) Ministry has a rich history in sharing the promises of Christ with the next generation.

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AHG has proven to be an effective catalyst for building women of integrity who follow Christ. AHG’s legacy has been the spread of Christ’s redeeming love in our world, ultimately growing His Kingdom. The Holy Spirit has left an indelible mark on the hearts of generations of girls through AHG. In 30 years of ministering to girls, families, and communities nationwide, we can already see the impact AHG’s legacy is making. It’s our duty to continue this incredible ministry He has given us and share the love of our Heavenly Father with His girls.

 

We invite you to join in sustaining this legacy for generations
to come through this opportunity to invest.

We Look Forward to Celebrating With You, Register Today!

IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE

Secure your seat to join in-person! Individual Tickets = $150 per person, Table Sponsor* tickets = $2,000 per table. Gala tables seat 10 people. *Table Sponsor tickets available through June 1, 2025.

VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE

For a donation of any amount, watch from the comfort of your home!

LEGACY DONOR CLUB

Amplify your gift by joining the AHG Legacy Donor Club, plus access club-exclusive membership benefits.

How Will You Contribute to the Legacy of AHG?

One night of celebration, years of Kingdom impact.

For 30 years, generous benefactors have fueled the transformational effects of the American Heritage Girls Program in communities nationwide. The AHG 30th Anniversary Legacy Gala is an event to honor the commitment of those who support the ministry, celebrate AHG’s success, and usher in the future of AHG through your generous donations.

 

in-person Schedule of events*

5:30pm Doors Open

6:00pm Welcome by Patti Garibay, AHG Founder & Executive Director, and Rachael Culpepper, Incoming Executive Director

6:15pm Dinner Service

6:45pm

  • Inspiring program presentation with Guest Speakers.
  • Witness the “passing of the sacred keys of the ministry” Patti Garibay to Rachael Culpepper.
  • Hear from AHG Alumna and celebrate the Kingdom Building work of AHG.

9:00pm End

*Subject to change

 

A virtual registration allows you to view the LIVE event on July 14, 2025, from 6:30pm–9:00pm.

VIRTUAL Schedule of events*

6:30pm Access to the Virtual Pass opens

6:45pm

  • Inspiring program presentation with Guest Speakers.
  • Witness the “passing of the sacred keys of the ministry” from Patti Garibay to Rachael Culpepper.
  • Hear from AHG Alumna and celebrate the Kingdom Building work of AHG. 

9:00pm End 

*Subject to change 

 

Celebrate AHG’s Legacy with Friends

 

Beth Guckenberger

Guest Speaker

Beth and her husband, Todd, live with their family in Cincinnati, Ohio where they serve as Co-Executive Directors of Back2Back Ministries. After graduating from Indiana University, the Guckenberger’s moved to Monterrey, Mexico where they lived for 15 years. Between biological, foster, and adopted children, they have raised eleven children. Beth is the author of sixteen books including adult and children’s titles. She travels and speaks regularly at conferences, youth gatherings and church services about reckless faith. Her style is based in story-telling and she draws from her vast field experience as a missionary, Bible teacher and parent for illustrations of Biblical concepts. 

Learn more about Beth, visit recklessfaith.com

 

Dr. Kathy Koch

Guest Speaker

Dr. Kathy Koch is the founder of Celebrate Kids, Inc., where she uses her expertise in educational psychology to help parents inspire children in their unique strengths. She is a prolific author and sought after speaker, known for addressing contemporary challenges in parenting and education with practical, faith-integrated strategies. Her work emphasizes the integration of Christian principles, aiming to foster both character growth, identity formation, and spiritual development in children. 

Learn more about Dr. Kathy, visit celebratekids.com

 

 

Patti Garibay

American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director

Patti Garibay is the Founder & Executive Director of American Heritage Girls. She is the host of the Raising Godly Girls daily one-minute radio feature airing on thousands of radio stations nationwide, and the Raising Godly Girls Podcast streaming 3x weekly anywhere you listen to podcasts. Patti is also the author of Why Curse the Darkness When You Can Light A Candle?

 

 

 

Rachael Culpepper

American Heritage Girls Incoming Executive Director

Rachael Culpepper is the Incoming Executive Director for American Heritage Girls. Rachael has been involved in AHG’s Mission to build women of integrity since the ministry’s founding in 1995. She received her degree in social work from Miami University and garnered nearly 15 years of youth-serving organizational experience with YMCA Camping. She and her husband, Jeremy, live in Cincinnati, Ohio with their three children; Holden, Maeble, and Oliver. Rachael enjoys hiking, camping, and experiencing AHG alongside her Explorer-Level daughter.

 

 

Also featuring pop-in visits from our friends Joni Eareckson Tada, Jonathan Pitts, Dr. Tim Clinton, and ministry friends from Colson Center, The Radiance Foundation, and the Christian Leadership Alliance! Hear inspiring stories from AHG Alumnae, including some of the founding members, about how AHG has impacted their lives.

You have the opportunity to transform a girl's life through AHG.

With your support, AHG can continue its mission to build women of integrity and girl leadership programs, introduce the ministry to more churches and schools nationwide, and in turn, grow the kingdom of God. There is a great need in our world for AHG in a time such as this. Join in supporting AHG, the premier character and girl leadership development program for girls that embraces Christian values and encourages every young woman to grow into the leader God created her to be.

 

Ready to give? Join the AHG legacy donor club:

Legacy Champion: One-time gift of $5,000 or more
Legacy Keeper: A recurring monthly gift of $75 or more
Legacy Builder: A recurring monthly gift of $50
Legacy Partner: One-time gift of $500

To learn more about AHG Legacy Donor Club benefits, click on the link below.

Donate Here

American Heritage Girls Through the Years

In 1995, American Heritage Girls was founded by a group of parents that desired a faith-based, character development program to guide their daughters as women of God and integrity. AHG was created with the love of God through the love of families for the love of children. Since its start in 1995 in West Chester, Ohio, AHG has grown from 10 Troops and 100 Members to over 50,000 members across 15 countries and 50 states.

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1995

First Troop meeting takes place, AHG Oath is created, Becomes incorporated in the State of Ohio.

1996

First Troop outside of Cincinnati, AHG Uniform is created, Level Awards are created.

1997

First office space is donated, AHG Creed is written.

1998

The Stars & Stripes Award is developed.

1999

First paid Staff Members come onboard, Adds Charter concept to Troops.

2004

First bound Girl Handbook is produced, Dolley Madison Award is created.

2005

Pathfinder Program is started.

2008

Operation Christmas Child partnership begins.

2009

Sports Pins are introduced.

2010

AHG Membership surpasses 10,000, AHG Troop Shepherd position is added.

2011

Receives first Catholic Bishop endorsement.

2012

National Day of Service is instituted.

2013

Celebrates 100th Stars & Stripes Award Recipient, Assists in the establishment of Trail Life USA.

2015

Holds 20th Anniversary Convention for two-decade milestone, 12 new badges introduced, bringing total to 273, Memorandum of Ministry Alliance is signed with Trail Life USA.

2017

1,000th Troop is chartered.

2018

AHG transitions to a national fulfillment center to meet merchandising needs.

2019

Celebrates 500th Stars & Stripes Award Recipient.

2020

AHG celebrates 25th Anniversary Year.

2021

The Raising Godly Girls Minute with Patti Garibay airs on nearly 1,000 Christian radio stations across the nation.

2022

Launches AHGfamily, a new data management system designed with Troops in mind.

2023

Purchased 35 Tri-County Parkway and dedicated the home of the AHG National Headquarters to the Lord.

2024

Launched the Raising Godly Girls Podcast to immediate success.

2025

Celebrates 30th anniversary year and welcomes Rachael Culpepper as the Executive Director of American Heritage Girls.

Read Our Story

“so the next generation would know them, even the children yet to be born, and they in turn would tell their children. Then they would put their trust in God and would not forget his deeds but would keep his commands.”

Psalm 78:6-7, NIV