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Show Girl Scouts the limitless possibilities ahead of them.
As a troop leader, you’ll help Girl Scouts try new things, build friendships, and grow into confident leaders—while discovering your own strengths along the way. With training, meeting plans, and a support team behind you, you’ll be ready for every step.
New troop leaders and their Girl Scout’s first year of membership is free!
Interested in starting a troop, but have a few questions first? Schedule a call with a member of our staff to learn more about what it means to be a troop leader.
Ready to get started? Follow these three steps:
Step 1: Register and complete a background check.
Complete the Registration Form and connect with our staff to finish up your registration, confirm troop details (like meeting day, time, and location), and complete a background check.
Criminal background checks are required for all adult Girl Scout volunteers every three years. There is no cost to volunteers to complete a background check, and they do not include a credit check or social security number.
Step 2: Complete New Leader Training.
Join Girl Scouts River Valleys staff and a group of other new leaders starting on their journey together. Together, we’ll help you get started and connect you with the resources you need. From troop meeting plans to safety guidelines to finance information, we’ve got you covered.
Step 3: Fill your troop.
Invite new Girl Scouts and volunteers to join your troop! Use our fillable fliers and social media posts to build your team. All troops need two unrelated, background checked adults.
Troop Leader Support
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