Service Units
Events
Budget Worksheet for Girl Scout Events
Use this worksheet to build your budget for an event. It will walk you through the steps to determine an appropriate participation fee. It also provides a template for submitting your final budget to your service unit team.
Tips for Creating Event Evaluations
Feedback from participants and committee members is important. It helps you learn what worked well (and should remain the same) and what areas could be improved next time. Below are some tips for creating an effective event evaluation. Question Guidelines Ask satisfaction questions (Did you like the event? Would you attend again? etc.). Make sure […]
Event Committee Recognitions
People volunteer to help at events for countless reasons, but underneath it all, most volunteers are motivated by the quality of their performance. When volunteers know their time and energy are appreciated and that they are valued, they commit themselves to the event. Therefore, volunteer recognition is one of the most powerful tools for retaining […]
Delegating Event Roles
Every event is different, and not all events need a large committee or to fill all of these roles. These are all suggestions and only a brief description of the role. You may want to create your own roles and responsibilities for your event. What is important is that the committee members establish and agree […]
General
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 […]
Contact List for GSNorCal Service Units
Contact your local Volunteer Support Manager or Member Engagement Manager at council for information on how to connect with your service unit team. Sonoma and Mendocino Counties Membership Engagement Manager: Heather Wilber | hwilber@gsnorcal.org Service Unit Cities Served 101 – Montgomery Village Santa Rosa 102 – Round Barn Kenwood, Santa Rosa 104 – Redwood Empire Fulton, Santa Rosa 105 – […]
Disbanded Troop Donation to Girl Scouts
If a troop has decided to disband, but still has remaining troop funds, the leader or troop administrator should help the Girl Scouts decide how to use their existing funds. This decision must be made by the girls and youth in the troop. Please note: Troop funds are for Girl Scout activities and are not […]
Resources – Service Unit
Service Unit Resources Service Unit Recruitment Resources Looker Resources Girl Scout School Rep Resources
Marketing Materials
Event Flyer
How to Create an Effective Girl Scout Event Flyer A well-designed flyer can spark excitement and boost attendance for your next Girl Scout event. Whether you’re planning a badge workshop, camp experience, or fun meeting, use this as a guide to ensure your flyer is clear, informative, and fun! Step 1: Gather All the Essential […]
Service Unit Facebook Groups: Tips & Tricks
Purpose: Service Unit (SU) Facebook groups serve as a central hub for communication within the unit, allowing for easy sharing of information, questions, and support among members. Sharing Resources: SU Groups can be used to share valuable resources like upcoming events, troop meeting ideas, badge information, volunteer opportunities, and links to relevant Girl Scout materials. […]
Social Media Toolkit
At Girl Scouts of Northern California, we know the power of social media to inspire, connect, and share the amazing things our girls are doing. As a volunteer, you’re not just a role model in person—you’re also one online. Whether you’re celebrating troop adventures, promoting a cookie booth, or sharing leadership moments, this toolkit will […]
Social Media Content Capture Guide
Welcome to the ultimate guide for capturing and editing content tailored specifically for Girl Scouts of Northern California! Dive into our best practices to craft compelling social media content that engages, informs, and inspires. Whether you’re showcasing adventures, celebrating achievements, or spreading the Girl Scout spirit, this guide is your go-to resource for making every […]
Meetings
San Jose Service Unit Shares their Tips to 10 Years of Camporee Success
As a Volunteer Development Manager at GSNorCal, I oftentimes get invited to local service unit events. Service Unit 643 in North East San Jose was celebrating their 10th Year Camporee, and they invited me to witness the magic of camporee. I was excited to witness this beloved Girl Scout tradition—I’d heard many other volunteers speak […]
Service Unit Management – Sample Service Unit Meeting Plan
Basic Service Unit Meeting Plan Arrival Activity/Snacks/Start-Up Consider adding some kind of self-directed activity leaders/volunteers may do if they arrive early for the meeting. The activity should not require a lot of time to complete and little, if any, cleanup. Supplies for the pre-meeting activity should be set up and ready for the leaders when […]
How to Hold Effective Service Unit Meetings
Providing effective service unit (leader/volunteer) meetings gives you, as the Service Unit Advisor, the opportunity to build the leadership skills of adults within the service unit. When facilitating a service unit meeting it is important to keep in mind three key objectives that help produce an effective meeting: By focusing on these three goals, your […]
Service Unit Management – Adult Investiture Ceremonies
This Adult Investiture & Rededication Ceremonies PDF includes the following ceremony scripts & supply lists:
Service Unit Finances
Budget Worksheet for Girl Scout Events
Use this worksheet to build your budget for an event. It will walk you through the steps to determine an appropriate participation fee. It also provides a template for submitting your final budget to your service unit team.
Example Service Unit Financial Documentation Forms
Linked on this page is an example deposit slip and an example reimbursement / payment request form that service units can use for documenting their financial transactions. Service units should adapt these examples as needed to meet their needs.
Pass-Through Gifts and Fiscal Sponsorship Defined
Pass-Through. When a donor designates a charitable gift to a specific service unit or troop, this gift is considered a pass-through, as it “passes through” the council’s administrative offices and then is directly awarded to the service unit or troop. Monetary donations of $250 or more must be received by the council to comply with IRS […]
Service Unit Finance Report Form
Please submit this Service Unit Finance Report Form by September 30 each year, along with a copy of your August Bank Statement. Include the service unit’s income and expenses for the period of September 1st through August 31st. Print or save a copy for your records. If your service unit has more than one account, please submit a […]