Find What's Within at Girl Scouts

Ready to help her discover what's already within? Watch her confidence bloom as she uses her voice, leads her own way, and makes real friends, supported by caring leaders every step of the way. From STEM to the outdoors to entrepreneurship, she'll explore new interests and discover what excites her most, all in a community where she's seen, supported, and free to be herself.

The Girl Scout membership year runs from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027. Annual membership dues are $90 for youth members and $30 for adult members. Additional local fees and discounts may apply. Financial aid may be available through your local Girl Scout Council. Girl Scout memberships must be renewed annually.

^{*The annual Girl Scout membership is valid from October 1 through September 30 of the following year. Girl Scout memberships must be renewed annually.}

Girl Scouts Get Access to:

Fun Activities

A variety of exciting, research-backed programs to develop her skills.

Memorable Experiences

Girl-centered adventures and service initiatives.

Prestigious Awards

Leadership awards and scholarship opportunities.

Travel Opportunities

Exclusive chances to explore the world.

Lifelong Sisterhood

Friendships and a strong community, locally and beyond.

Along the way, your child will develop:

✔ Skills to thrive today and tomorrow

✔ Confidence and self-esteem

✔ Outdoor, STEM, entrepreneurship, and life skills

✔ Friendships, connections, and belonging

✔ Physical and mental well-being

Attend a Girl Scout info event!

Register your child, sign up to volunteer, or both! Staff and volunteers are available to answer questions and guide you every step of the way.

Renewing a membership?

Dues are $90 for youth and $30 for adults for 2026-27.* Financial aid is available.

What Girl Scouts Are Saying

Hear directly from Girl Scouts, parents, and volunteers about their experiences and the positive impact of Girl Scouting.

Girl Scouts makes me feel like anything is possible. I’ve done so much I never thought I could.

Girl Scout Esha, 17

I like doing fun activities and I also really like helping people—and you get to do that here!

Girl Scout Emma, 6

She’ll make new friends, have fun, and gain access to a variety of exciting activities through our research-proven program, all with the backing of a supportive network who will help her build the lifelong skills she needs to thrive.

Need a handy overview to print? Download this flyer for Girl Scout Brownie, Junior, or teen families.

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Girl Scouts is more than an activity—it’s a Movement dedicated to building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.

Girl Scouts is a way of life that brings out the best in your girl, even in the most challenging of times. While they’re learning about STEM, the outdoors, entrepreneurship, and important life skills, Girl Scouts are also discovering new ways to make their family and community stronger, kinder, and better for everyone.

We aim to make sure girls are given the opportunity to reach their full potential by developing values and skills that will lead them to happier lives.  

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Girl Scouts offers programs that grow with her from K-12, and adult volunteers like you lead girls as they participate in the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.

A Girl Scout membership year starts on October 1 and lasts until September 30 of the following year, but you can join Girl Scouts anytime. For the 2026 - 2027 membership year, annual national membership dues are $90 for youth and $30 for adults.*

You can join as a volunteer while registering your girl in Girl Scouts.

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Groups of Girl Scouts, called troops, typically meet weekly or every other week for an hour or two. Guided by adult volunteers, troop members choose the hands-on activities and projects that excite them, try new things, and cheer each other on. Together, they earn badges to reflect their successes and show the world what they’re made of.

You can join a troop already meeting in your area, or start your own.

^{*The youth membership fee comprises a $65 GSUSA membership fee and a $25 GSEMA Council Service Fee. The Council Service Fee helps GSEMA provide exceptional Girl Scout programming and outstanding volunteer support. There is no service fee for adult members.}

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The Benefits of Girl Scouting

Find What's Within at Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts Get Access to:

Along the way, your child will develop:

✔ Skills to thrive today and tomorrow

✔ Confidence and self-esteem

✔ Outdoor, STEM, entrepreneurship, and life skills

✔ Friendships, connections, and belonging

✔ Physical and mental well-being

What Girl Scouts Are Saying