
Focus of Service | Troop Leader |
Impact of Service | Demonstrated outstanding achievements in the following areas:
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Length of Service | At least two years, which can include the current Girl Scout year. If the leader previously received a Jan Verhage Spirit of Leadership award, the Outstanding Leader pin must be at least two years after that. |
Endorsements Required | 2 |
Approval Required | Association Recognition Committee |
Presentation | Purchased by association or service unit. Presented at an association or service unit event, or other appropriate local event. |
General Requirements | Must have a current Girl Scout membership. Must not owe any debt to council. |
Focus of Service | Troop Leader |
Impact of Service | Demonstrated outstanding achievement in the following areas:
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Length of Service | At least five years, which can include the current Girl Scout year. If the leader previously received an Outstanding Leader pin, the Jan Verhage Spirit of Leadership award must be at least five years after that. |
Endorsements Required | 3 |
Approval Required | Association Recognition Committee |
Presentation | Purchased by association or service unit. Presented at an association or service unit event, or other appropriate local event. |
General Requirements | Must have a current Girl Scout membership. Must not owe any debt to council. |
Focus of Service | Benefits the troop, service unit or association in a capacity other than troop leader. A troop leader who also serves in other positions is eligible, but endorsements should focus on the roles other than troop leader. |
Impact of Service | Significant service above and beyond the expectations of the position(s) held. Recognizes volunteers who have contributed outstanding service while partnering directly with girls in any pathway to implement the Girl Scout Leadership Experience through the use of the National Program Portfolio or in support of the Council’s mission delivery to youth and adult members. |
Length of Service | At least two years, which can include the current Girl Scout year. |
Examples of Possible Candidates |
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Endorsements Required | 2 |
Approval Required | Association Recognition Committee |
Presentation | Purchased by association or service unit. Presented at an association or service unit event, or other appropriate local event. |
General Requirements | Must have a current Girl Scout membership. Must not owe any debt to council. |