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Certificates of Appreciation

Certificates of Appreciation recognize strong support from an individual who is not a Girl Scout volunteer, or a site or organization such as a house of worship, bank, or park service. Certificates of Appreciation will be mailed to the sponsor in a heavyweight paper certificate holder. Some volunteers purchase a frame for local presentation. 

Focus of Service

Significantly benefits any Girl Scout group within our council.

Examples of Possible Candidates
  • A bank branch that works with the SU money manager to make opening and closing troop bank accounts easier for volunteers.
  • A church that provides space for Girl Scout troops to meet and hold multiple activities.
  • A business owner who mentors Girl Scouts and regularly invites troops to visit their site to learn about entrepreneurship.
Length of Service

Certificates of Appreciation may be given after 2 years of service or 2 years since receiving the COA or Plaque of Appreciation

Endorsements Required2
Approval Required

Association Recognition Committee

Presentation

Provided by council. May be presented by Girl Scouts on-site at the organization, or presented at council, association, or service unit events, depending upon impact of service.

Plaques of Appreciation

Plaques of Appreciation recognize strong support from an individual who is not a Girl Scout volunteer, or a site or organization such as a house of worship, bank, or park service. Plaques are 8”H x 6”W walnut finish and mailed to the sponsor for a local presentation.

Focus of Service

Significantly benefits any Girl Scout group within our council.

Examples of Possible Candidates
  • A bank branch that works with the SU money manager to make opening and closing troop bank accounts easier for volunteers.
  • A church that provides space for Girl Scout troops to meet and hold multiple activities.
  • A business owner who mentors Girl Scouts and regularly invites troops to visit their site to learn about entrepreneurship.
Length of Service

At least 5 years or 5 years since receiving the Certificate of Appreciation

Endorsements Required 2
Approval Required

Council Recognition Panel

Presentation

Provided by council. May be presented by Girl Scouts on-site at the organization, or presented at council, association, or service unit events, depending upon impact of service.

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