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You mean everything to us!
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Simply saying “Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month” doesn’t even begin to cut it. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for the time, creativity, care, and dedication you bring to your Girl Scout troop and to Girl Scouting as a Movement.
Whether gathering last-minute project supplies or helping your troop find the confidence to shine, you’re making such a difference in young lives, your community, and the world at large. That’s why we’ll be sharing volunteer stories and thank-yous this April—and we’d love to put the spotlight on you! Tell us your story, then follow along as we share the most inspiring and uplifting content all month long.
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Volunteer Appreciation Resources
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GSUSA has created a set of fun and creative ways for girls and families to show gratitude all year long. Share with your troop!
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Inactive Girl Deadline is April 11
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Troops must notify council of their inactive girls to have guaranteed removal from their roster by May 1. (Stay tuned for further details regarding this year's Early Bird Renewal.)
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Girl Scout Voices Count survey coming April 7.
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You spoke. We listened. Last year, over 60,000 Girl Scouts completed our annual Girl Scout Voices Count national survey to tell us about their Girl Scout experiences. Feedback is used to make national programs more engaging, inclusive, and hands-on.
Your voice matters and makes Girl Scouting better for everyone—so we want to hear from you!
In April, we’ll be conducting our Girl Scout Voices Count national survey of Girl Scouts. The feedback you provide is so important as it helps us improve Girl Scout programs and services. The GSVC Girl Scout Survey launches on April 7. Watch your email for your invitation!
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Adult Awards
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Contributing to a girl's development of courage, confidence, and character is one of the many rewards associated with being a Girl Scout volunteer. Another is the honor of your contributions being recognized by your peers! Nominate a fellow volunteer for their outstanding service, and encourage girls and parents to do the same.
The nomination window for service performed in 2024 or 2025 is open until May 1, 2025.
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Get Up. Get Out. Get to Camp this Summer!
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Register today for our summer programming! Day and overnight camp options offered. Find full details, pricing, FAQs, and registration on our website.
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Volunteers Needed for Shero's Journey
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To make sure our day camp at Camp Wildwood is a success, we need the help of fabulous volunteers! Reach out to Lynnea Salinas at LSalinas@GirlScoutCSA.org if you're interested in volunteering or have additional questions.
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Now Hiring Camp Staff
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Are you looking for a summer job that will leave you with a sense of empowerment, a positive outlook on life, and skills that will benefit you for years to come? Apply for a summer camp position with GSCSA!
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Shop Talk
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April Sale of the Month
20% off all clothing with the exception of uniforms or any marked clearance items.
Heat Pressing Available
The shop offers heat pressing for a fee of $12.00 for all insignia for the front of a vest. $5.00 for 10 badges or patches anywhere else on a vest or sash.
Graduation Season is Coming
Get your Graduation gear now before the rush! We have the stole, graduation regalia Gold, Silver, and Bronze Award emblem patches to go on the stole; cords, graduation regalia Gold, Silver, and Bronze Award charms to go on your cap.
For Girl Scout High Award Recipients
We have all kinds of merchandise, such as necklaces and earrings, to make their award's day feel special. (These can be ordered ahead of time and picked up at the High Awards Ceremony.) We will also have pop-up shops at our upcoming High Award Ceremonies!
We'll Bring the Shop to You
Is your service unit hosting an event and would like us to come and host a pop-up shop? Email us your request at Retail@girlscoutcsa.org. Please include the event type, location, date, and estimated number of attendees.
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Daisy & Brownie Virtual Workshops with Cleveland State Community College
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This month, join the early childhood education students at CSCC for one or more of the 18 virtual badge workshops they are hosting in April. Check out the full schedule on our website.
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Celebrate Poetry Month
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April is National Poetry Month, and girls can spend the next few weeks trying their hand at poetry to earn a fun patch. Learn how on our website.
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The Appalachian Strong campaign distribution committee has decided to reopen the receiving window for Appalachian Strong fund requests, with funding requests now accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed monthly through September 2025—or until all funds have been distributed.
If your Troop or Service Unit was affected, you are eligible to submit a funding request (see button below). These funds are intended to support Girl Scout-related activities, such as replacing lost materials, (uniforms, basic supplies, camping gear, etc.) ensuring the continuation of programming for girls impacted by this disaster.
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Joyce Maienschein Leadership Grant
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Cadettes, Seniors, or Ambassadors who are working on a community service, take action project, or High Award can apply for a Joyce Maienschein Leadership Grant to help make their dream a reality. Not only can the girls receive funding for up to $500, but they gain life skills like writing, budgeting, organization, and teamwork. It's a win-win!
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Log In & Learn with gsLearn
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Volunteers, in order to be assigned and complete important training, log into gsLearn through your myGS account!
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The gsLearn tab can be found at the bottom of the column to the left of your myGS account home screen.
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You should be able to access your training library within a few days of signing-in for the first time.
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Even if you have completed training before, it's good to check gsLearn every so often as new training may have been assigned to you.
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If you are having trouble logging in, please reach out to us at 800-474-1912.
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Vol Resource: How to Talk to Girls About Opioids
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Conversations about opioid misuse can be difficult, but they are essential. Girls in our communities may have family members struggling with addiction or may face peer pressure to experiment with substances. Creating a culture of conversation—where discussions about tough topics happen openly and without judgment—helps girls feel safe coming to you for support. Not sure how to start? The Opioid & Mentoring Resource Guide offers practical tips for discussing substance misuse in an age-appropriate and supportive way.
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Be Seen in Your Community
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Troop 40488 picked up trash recently at a local park.
Please share your stories and photos with us at socialmedia@girlscoutcsa.org! Please include a brief description (including date/location) of the event and/or project depicted, as well as the troop number(s).
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