When planning a service unit event, event planners should seek approval from their service unit team before advertising the event and opening registration. Below are the procedures and guidelines for reviewing and approving service unit events. NOTE: The approval procedures for money-earning events run by troops/groups are different. Jump to the end of the page […]
Whether you’re planning an event for the first time or are an experienced event planner looking for resource links, you’re in the right spot! Check out the Girl Scout Event Planning Guide for everything you need to know. You can also check out additional support resources in the Service Unit – Planning Events section of the […]
Use this worksheet to build your budget for an event. In Part 1 it walks you through the steps to determine an appropriate participation fee. In Part 2 it provides a template for submitting your final budget to your service unit team. For service unit events, submit Part 1 to your service unit team when […]
Download a printable version of this resource here. An important part of program planning includes considering environmental concerns that could affect health and safety of members and volunteers. In Northern California, this means evaluating the air quality in your area during thesummer and fall months. If there is a wildfire close enough to a program […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Having an effective event committee can make a big difference in the quality and ease of planning your event. Here are some things to consider when you are recruiting your event committee. Recruiting Your Staff Training Your Staff
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 […]
Girl- and youth-led events are possible! If your service unit volunteers feel girls and youth are not capable of planning and running events, ask your Volunteer Support Manager for advice, to put you in touch with service units that do hold successful girl-led events. If the adults hold girls back by underestimating their abilities, the […]
Several school districts in the GSNorCal council area now use online platforms, such as, Civic Permits, Facilitron, or SchoolDude to manage facility reservations for their schools. When a volunteer creates an account and makes a reservation with one of these services for their Girl Scout meeting or activity, it makes them liable for any damages […]
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