Governance
Governance structures are part of every Girl Scout Council and are defined in the Council bylaws. The Council's governing body is its Board of Directors. Under the leadership of the President, the Board maintains the integrity and the purpose of Girl Scouting. The Board's responsibilities include policymaking, fund development, and strategic planning. Governance members are volunteers who are elected by and accountable to the voting members of the Council.
The Chief Executive Officer/CEO, the partner of the President, is the employed by and accountable to the Board. The CEO provides leadership to the staff of the Council and manages all operational work within the framework of the Council's goals. Council delegates serve in a variety of positions to support council-wide program, design/deliver training and provide critical support for Council events, enhancing and strengthening Girl Scouting throughout San Diego.
Bylaws 
Volunteer Policies and Procedures
Blue Book of Basic Documents
Audited Financial Statements
Form 990, Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax, is the IRS’s primary tool for gathering information about tax-exempt organizations, for educating organizations about tax law requirements, and for promoting compliance with tax law. To request a copy of the GSSD Form 990, please email us to include your name, contact information, and purpose of the request.
National Council Delegates
2026 National Council Session
July 20–22, 2026
Washington, DC
Every three years, Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) holds a National Council Session—also known as NCS. During NCS, elected National Council delegates representing all 111 councils across the nation and USA Girl Scouts Overseas, and the National Board, gather to discuss, debate, and vote on issues important to the Girl Scout Movement as well as elect national leaders for the next triennium.
NCS is part of GSUSA’s national convention, which is held every three years. The other part of the convention is a member-focused event with dynamic, interactive workshops for girls and adults. This event includes inspiring speakers, exciting adventures, and opportunities to meet Girl Scouts from around the United States and the world, sparking forever friendships. The next national convention is scheduled for July 20–25, 2026, and will take place in Washington, DC, our nation’s capital, which will be celebrating our country’s 250th birthday.
National Council Delegates (NCDs) serve as Girl Scouts San Diego’s voting members, which is comprised of 12 NCDs and five alternates, at the National Council Session. They engage and gather feedback from Girl Scout members in our council, learn about proposals, and take action to be the voice of Girl Scouts San Diego during the National Council Session. They then bring back information to share locally.
Applications for our next slate of delegates is now open! Use the button below to complete your application. Applications will be open through Monday, June 16, 2025.
58th National Council Session, July 2026
56th National Council Session, July 2023
National Council Delegate Responsibilities
Current National Council Delegates
Annual Report
Together with our community of champions, we make a difference. See your impact in our latest annual report:
Questions? Contact delegate@sdgirlscouts.org.
