Awards + Recognition
Adult Awards
National & Council Awards
National and council awards are a great way to make your fellow volunteers feel appreciated! Know a special someone who has gone above and beyond for Girl Scouts? Then make sure to nominate them for one of the awards listed below. Any Girl Scout troop, service unit, council, or individual can nominate a volunteer for […]
National & Council Awards
National and council awards are a great way to make your fellow volunteers feel appreciated! Know a special someone who has gone above and beyond for Girl Scouts? Then make sure to nominate them for one of the awards listed below. Any Girl Scout troop, service unit, council, or individual can nominate a volunteer for […]
Knowing How Much You’re Appreciated
Whatever your volunteer position, your hard work means the world to girls, to your council staff, and to Girl Scouts of the USA. We’re calling on all members of society to help youth reach their full potential, and you’ve answered that call. So, thank you, from the bottom of our hearts. Just as you’ll receive […]
Volunteer Awards
Resources – Adult Recognition
Recognition Coordinator Resources National and Council Awards Service Unit Awards Certificates
National & Council Awards
National and council awards are a great way to make your fellow volunteers feel appreciated! Know a special someone who has gone above and beyond for Girl Scouts? Then make sure to nominate them for one of the awards listed below. Any Girl Scout troop, service unit, council, or individual can nominate a volunteer for […]
Service Unit Awards
There are a number of ways a service unit can recognize their volunteers! Informal thank-yous and recognitions can be done throughout the year, and official service unit awards, like the Volunteer of Excellence Award, are another great way to show appreciation. Service units decide on their own timeline to approve and present awards and should […]
Volunteer Appreciation
The Importance of Showing Appreciation Everyday little things go a long way. From a card from a Girl Scout youth, to handmade gifts or photo keepsakes—these are special ways to say thank you and oftentimes mean the most. We want our volunteers to feel recognized and valued. Showing volunteers you care can boost confidence, camaraderie, and can deepen […]
Youth Awards
Resources – Gold Award
As of August 1, 2024 we sunset the gsCommunity website. This decision was not made lightly, and we are deeply grateful for the connections, adventures, and memories we have shared. Gold Award Resources
Resources – Additional Awards
Leadership Awards Faith-Based Awards Meritorious Awards Global Awards
Resources – Silver Award
As of August 1, 2024 we sunset the gsCommunity website. This decision was not made lightly, and we are deeply grateful for the connections, adventures, and memories we have shared. Silver Award Resources
Resources – Highest Awards
August 1, 2024, we will be sunsetting the gsCommunity website. This decision was not made lightly, and we are deeply grateful for the connections, adventures, and memories we have shared. Highest Awards Resources Take Action Resources Highest Awards Trailhead Blogs