Don’t Let Volunteer Appreciation Month Pass Without Doing This

Girl Scout volunteers rock! From troop leaders to mentors to behind-the-scenes planners, they give their time and heart so girls can build confidence, find their voice, and grow skills for life. Take a moment to thank a volunteer. It matters more than you think.💚

Check Out Volunteer Appreciation Resources for 2026!

With all that volunteers do each year, finding a starting point to say “thank you” can be a challenge in itself! We've compiled fun, free bilingual materials available in English and Spanish in our 2026 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.

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 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 free and fun 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:

• 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.
• Manage troop logistics: from group text updates to the carpool calendar, your organizational skills will be truly valued.