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  • All About Girl Scouts
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Welcome! Adventures Ahead!

As a Girl Scout volunteer, you are a community-builder, mentor, champion of fun, and a role model for what it means to lead with your heart. And because of you, Girl Scouts of all ages will have the opportunity to discover that a little imagination can go a long way as they chase their dreams, explore the world around them, take action to improve their communities, and make the world a better place. Thank you and welcome. We’re glad you’re here!

These pages are designed to support you as a Girl Scout volunteer. Here, you will discover essential information that is easy to access and even easier to come back to. We recommend that you begin by browsing the sections below and return throughout the year to find answers to your questions as they arise. 

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About Girl Scouts

Everything you need to know about Girl Scouts.

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Troop Management

How to get started with your troop.

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Troop Finances

Learn money-earning basics.

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Troop Engagement

Connect with Girl Scouts and get their families involved with your troop.

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Creating a Safe Space

Keep Girl Scouts safe in every activity with these guidelines.

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Product Program

Guide Girl Scouts as they learn to think like entrepreneurs and develop business smarts.

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Volunteer Appreciation

You make a powerful difference. We wouldn’t exist without volunteers like you.

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Resources & Support

Additional tools to help you along the way.


New troop leader?

Are you a new troop leader? We have a resource designed especially for you. Plus, council staff and volunteer coaches are ready to help throughout your first year and beyond!

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New Leader's Guide to Success


 

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