Extended Year membership offers new youth and adult members the chance to purchase an 18-month Girl Scout Membership at a discounted price to begin their Girl Scout experience!
What is extended-year membership? This membership deal is available for NEW youth and adults. The price includes membership for the remainder of the current membership year (from the date of purchase through September 30th) as well as the entire next membership year (from October 1st through September 30th of the following year).
When can I purchase the extended-year membership? You can purchase the extended-year membership from April 1 through July 31 annually.
Will current members be able to take advantage of extended-year memberships? No: because existing members already have a current year membership, the extended-year memberships are available to new youth and adult members only.
Is this membership category available to adults? Yes, new adults can also purchase an extended year membership.
How long will a youth or adult who purchases an extended-year membership be a member? They will be a member for the remaining months of the current membership year as well as the entire next membership year.
What types of activities can an extended-year member participate in? They will be a member just like any traditional annual member. Extended-year members will experience everything Girl Scouts has to offer, including the options to join a troop, go to camp, attend service unit/council-sponsored events, and more.
Will financial assistance be offered for this membership category? Yes, financial aid is available for families in need for extended-year memberships.
Can pre-Ks join with an extended year membership? Yes, pre-K youth starting Kindergarten in the fall can begin participating with an extended year membership beginning April 1.
What happens if a lapsed member wants to register as an extended-year member? If a former member’s membership has lapsed, meaning that they were not a member in the current or previous membership year, but they have a Girl Scout account on myGS, they are not eligible to purchase a new membership using the Extended Year membership. Lapsed members may purchase an annual membership for the current membership year, or for the upcoming membership year from April 1.
Last updated on November 14, 2025