How to Thank a Girl Scout Volunteer

Girl Scouts just wouldn’t be possible without our incredible volunteers! From dedicated troop leaders to supportive mentors and organized planners, these passionate individuals make it possible for girls to grow their confidence, find their voice, and build skills that last a lifetime. Volunteers give their time, energy, and hearts to empower the next generation—and they deserve to be celebrated!

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month, the perfect time to recognize and thank the superhumans who make Girl Scouting incredible, including troop leaders, service unit leaders, cookie volunteers, and more! Whether it’s a heartfelt note, a small hand-made token of gratitude, or a personal shoutout, there are so many ways to show appreciation for the people who help create unforgettable Girl Scout memories.

Introducing Volunteer Appreciation Resources for 2025!

With all that volunteers do each year, finding a starting point to say “thank you” can be a challenge in itself! Don’t worry – we've compiled fun, free bilingual materials available in English and Spanish in our 2025 Volunteer Appreciation Resources to get you started, including:

A sweet coloring sheet to download and personalize to make any volunteer’s heart flutter.
A fill-in-the-blank Thank You Card for your Girl Scout to complete with personal notes of appreciation.
Customizable digital e-cards in 5 unique designs to choose from and send directly to a special volunteer during the month of April.

Get Creative with a Hand-Made Gift using our DIY Gift Guide

There’s something about a hand-crafted gift that tugs at the heartstrings in such a special way. Whether you're characteristically creative or not, our DIY Gift Guide features gifting tips along with the pinch pot activity from our new Craft and Tinker badge program, including step-by-step instructions for your Girl Scout to craft a sweet and simple gift that is sure to wow any volunteer.

Shop with Your Heart

If gift-giving is your appreciation language, we’ve got you covered! From troop leader essentials to dazzling trefoil jewelry and charms, there’s a thoughtful gift for every volunteer and budget with great options starting at just $5 in our Volunteer Gift Guide. (And a Girl Scout Shop Gift Card is always a solid choice, too!)

Keep up the Gratitude Attitude All Year

Volunteering is year-round, so there's no need to limit your appreciation to one month. Our Volunteer Appreciation Resources are available outside of Volunteer Appreciation Month, especially for special moments like:

Bridging ceremonies: when your Girl Scout reaches the next level, amp up your “thank you” game for her volunteers.
Holiday celebrations: a little themed appreciation goes a long way.
Birthdays: remembering someone’s birthday is an easy way to make them smile!

One of the best ways to make a volunteer feel appreciated? Offer the gift of your time. Even if you’re not ready to become a volunteer yourself, every minute you can give support to a volunteer makes a difference for the whole troop. Not sure where to start? Try picking up a project or two to see where you can make the biggest impact:

Be the troop photographer: you’re already taking cute photos of your Girl Scout, so make sure to get some of the volunteers in action too!
Lead a meeting or guide a badge: is the troop interested in learning about something you’re passionate about? Raise your hand to help guide their discoveries.
Manage troop logistics: from group text updates to the carpool calendar, your organizational skills will be truly valued.