Volunteer Awards

Recognition Coordinator Resources National and Council Awards Service Unit Awards Certificates

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 […]

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 […]

2025 Council Recognition Events Thank you to all of the honorees, families, and friends who attended one of our council recognition events to celebrate those outstanding volunteers who received GSUSA National & GSNorCal Council Awards! Don’t forget to nominate a volunteer for a 2026 National or Council Award! Submissions are due June 30, 2026 for […]

Troop Volunteer Appreciation 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 girls reach their full potential, and you’ve answered that call. So, thank you, from the bottom of our hearts. Troop […]

Volunteer Appreciation Service Unit Volunteer Certificates Troop Volunteer Certificates Thank You Cards for Troop Volunteers Thank You Cards for Troop Leaders Social Media Frames

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 […]

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 […]