Volunteer Essentials
Adventure Ahead
Thank you and welcome, we're glad you're here!
This guide is designed to support busy, on-the-go troop volunteers. Inside you will find details and information to help you get started on your newest adventure—being an awesome leader for girls. We recommend that you begin by browsing the sections below and come back throughout the year to find answers to your questions as they arise. Ready to get started? Let’s go!
Volunteer Leadership Development Events
Nothing beats our leadership development events to learn valuable skills to enhance and enrich your leadership experience, network with other volunteers for support and of course, make new friends.
Administrative Team Conference 
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Training by Request
If there is a training that you would like to see offered in your area, fill out our training request form and we’ll be in touch to work out the details.
Join our Team of Adult Learning Facilitators
We’re always looking for volunteers to join our team of adult learning facilitators. We welcome current and past volunteers, parents, and community members interested in supporting the Girl Scout mission. If you’d like to learn more, fill out our interest form to get started.
Ways to Volunteer
From Troop Co-Leader to episodic volunteer opportunities, discover ways you can make her dreams come true.
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Additional Resources and Support
Volunteering isn’t always easy, so we can’t thank you enough for jumping in to be the mentor and role model she needs.
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