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Ways to Volunteer

Ways to Volunteer

Whether you have a few hours, a few weeks, or a few months to give, volunteering with Girl Scouts is flexible, fun, and meaningful! Be the troop leader that supports Girl Scouts every week, an advocate for girls in your community, a mentor in your area of expertise, or a behind-the-scenes supporter that makes Girl Scouting possible. 

Are you an adult interested in volunteering with Girl Scouts? Learn about how to become a volunteer.

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Troop Leader or Troop Assistant Leader
Work with a group of girls and mentor them as they make new friends and develop connections that will last a lifetime.

Troop Treasurer                             
Maintain accurate financial records and oversee compliance of Council financial procedures for the troop.

4Her Troop Helper                             
Help your girl's troop to run oh-so-smoothly from week to week by giving at least four hours per year. Assist with driving, activity planning, snacks, or other necessary tasks.

Troop Cookie Manager                                        
Coordinate the annual cookie program at the troop level. Set up cookie booths, manage inventory and money, and then watch the girls light up when they earn the rewards for being the best cookie entrepreneurs ever!

Troop Fall Manager                                        
Help girls learn valuable leadership skills while your troop earns start-up funds for their Girl Scout year. Coordinate the annual fall product program at the troop level.

 

Explore open volunteer roles with troops in your area. 

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Service Unit Volunteers                                
Mentor adult volunteers as they work with Girl Scouts to create memories they will never forget.

Connect with your service unit on Rallyhood to explore available volunteer opportunities. 

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Council Trainer                          
Give back to the Girl Scout community by sharing what you’ve learned along the way. Council trainers support events like Volunteer Conference and Adult Adventure Weekend by sharing their knowledge in learning sessions. 

Gold Award Mentor
Help Senior and Ambassador Girl Scouts earn their Gold Award, the highest and most prestigious achievement in Girl Scouting. Guide Gold Award candidates through the award process.

 

Interested in volunteering for any of these roles? Contact customercare@sdgirlscouts.org.

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