Volunteer Essentials
Welcome to the great adventure that is Girl Scouting! Thanks to volunteers and mentors like you, generations of girls have learned to be leaders in their own lives and in the world. Have no doubt: you, and nearly a million other volunteers like you, are helping girls make a lasting impact on the world. And we thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
This guide, Volunteer Essentials, is designed to support busy troop volunteers on the go. You can easily find what you need to get started on your Girl Scout journey and search for answers throughout the troop year.
Think of Volunteer Essentials as your encyclopedia to Girl Scout volunteering—it’s here when you need it, but there’s no need to read it all today.
Get started by browsing through these sections:
New troop leader? We’ve got you covered. Check out the New Leader’s Guide to Success, a resource designed especially for you! Plus, council staff and volunteer coaches are ready to help throughout your first year and beyond!
Additional questions or concerns about volunteering? We can help! Email us or call 844-306-GSEM (4736).
