Older Girl Resources

Cadettes-Ambassadors (grades 6-12): Want to get involved with Girl Scouts beyond your troop or service unit? Check out these opportunities to take the lead, meet fun people, and make a difference locally, nationally, and globally!

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Connect with other older girls at events for teen Girl Scouts.
Consider applying to become a National Delegate.
Find out more about highest awards.
Wondering where your awards, badges, patches, and pins go on your uniform? Check out this helpful visual guide to vest placement.

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Many colleges and organizations offer scholarships specifically for Girl Scouts, Silver Award Girl Scouts, and Gold Award Girl Scouts. See what options are available on the GSUSA scholarship page. Check the list of local community partners and other organizations who also offer scholarships perfect for Girl Scouts.

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Visit the GSUSA scholarship page for resources and scholarship opportunities.

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The GSUSA Gold Award Scholarship recognizes and provides financial support to one Gold Award Girl Scout per council and one from USA Girl Scouts Overseas. Scholarship recipients must have completed a Gold Award project that demonstrates extraordinary leadership and measurable, sustainable impact, and addresses an issue of national and/or global significance.

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RECIPIENT BENEFITS

A $5,000 academic scholarship
An official award letter
Recognition in local and national Girl Scout promotions, including the GSUSA Gold Award Girl Scouts Class web page

Additionally, all scholarship recipients will be added to a GSUSA database where they may be asked to serve as representatives for Girl Scouts through public relations, web/social, speaking engagements, or other related opportunities.

Notes on eligibility:

Gold Award Girl Scouts who applied in a previous year are not eligible to re-apply.
To be eligible, all Gold Award Girl Scouts must have their final report approved in the GoGold web app within the eligibility date range.
Gold Award Girl Scouts who are not yet in 12th grade will have the opportunity to apply in their senior year.

Find more information on the GSUSA website.

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The National Jewish Committee on Girl Scouting (NJCGS) is excited to announce a new program: a scholarship for post-high school education that can be applied for by Girl Scouts who have earned their Gold Award AND their Or Emunah Award (the religious award that can be earned by Jewish Girl Scouts in their high school years.).

The NJCGS plans to award at least one scholarship of approximately $500.

Application Process:

Fill out the application form.
Complete a brief essay (200-300 words) describing how the applicant’s connection to Judaism has influenced her Girl Scout experience
Submit at least one reference from a non-relative who knows about the applicant’s Girl Scout, Jewish and/or community activities.

Submission Deadline:

The deadline for submitting all application materials is April 30, 2026 Recipients will be notified by June 15, 2026

Additional Information:

Further requirements and details about the scholarship can be found in the application form at: https://www.njcgs.org/NJCGS-Scholarship-Application-Form.pdf

For more information about the National Jewish Committee on Girl Scouting and/or the Or Emunah Award, visit njcgs.org.

Questions? Contact NJCGS.comm@gmail.com and include the word “Scholarship” in the subject of your email.

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Nordson BUILDS Scholarship: The mission of Nordson BUILDS is to attract and develop a diverse, highly-skilled talent pool for careers in the manufacturing industry. It is designed to help bright and motivated students access and complete postsecondary education by lessening the financial barriers of enrolling in college for many, and decreasing the loan burden for individuals that apply for financial aid. Manufacturers need engineers, scientists, production technicians, lawyers, financial analysts, IT specialists, accountants, salespeople, marketing and human resource professionals—all types of bright and talented people to succeed. Scholarships ranging from $2,000 to $10,000 are available for students who are pursuing majors in manufacturing, engineering-related STEM disciplines, or business leading to a career in industry and corporate America.

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Girl Scout Destinations are the ultimate adventure for individual Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador Girl Scouts. Push past your comfort zone by applying for a trip on your own, and make friends from all over the country as you travel with new Girl Scout friends. There’s a unique, life-changing experience for everyone. Find the adventure of your lifetime. Search now.

Outdoor Programs and Older Camper Leadership

We offer outdoor programs year-round for all ages. Looking to take your outdoor and leadership skills further? Watch for details on summer roles where you can lead, mentor, and make an impact. More information about camp leadership opportunities will be included in the 2026 Summer Camp Guide. The guide will be available in January 2026.

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Emerging Leader Girl Scouts

Emerging Leader Girl Scouts are in 10th-12th grade and embody the mission of Girl Scouts.

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