Become a Troop Leader
Be a role model. Make a difference.
If you’re ready to bring Girl Scouts together and help them grow their confidence, find their voices, and make new friends, you’re ready to be a troop leader. As a troop leader, you’ll guide a group of Girl Scouts, called a troop, to become stronger, kinder, and braver than they ever thought possible.
Interested in leading a troop that uplifts and celebrates the experiences of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Girl Scouts? Learn more about our Mentored Troops program.
New troop leaders and their Girl Scout’s first year of membership is free!
Why lead a troop?
Pay it forward
Odds are, you had an adult who made a difference in your life, a mentor or role model who helped you discover who you could be and celebrated you for exactly who you were. Here's your chance to be that impactful adult and pay it forward.
Build your skills
As a troop leader, you’ll develop your own leadership skills, build connections, and even make lifelong friends of your own with the families and other volunteers in your Girl Scout network.
Find your joy
When’s the last time you laughed like a kid? Or stepped back and took a moment to experience the wonder of the world around you? Seeing the world through the eyes of Girl Scouts will allow you to rediscover your sense of joy, wonder, and adventure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes a great troop leader?
If you’re kind and welcoming, you already have the most important characteristics of a troop leader, according to our Girl Scouts! If you’re an adult (18+) of any gender who wants to make a positive impact in youth’s lives, then you’re exactly who we’re looking for!
What is the time commitment?
The main time commitment is organizing and running your troop meetings. You’ll decide the meeting schedule—most troops meet once or twice per month for 1-2 hours.
Do I need to have been a Girl Scout?
Not at all. Training, meeting plans, and support from staff and other volunteers are provided. We’ve got your back with all the resources and tools you need to help you feel comfortable and confident as a troop leader.
Do I need to be a caregiver or have a child who is a Girl Scout?
Nope! Any adult can make a profound impact as a role model and mentor.
What kinds of Girl Scout troops are there?
Girl Scout troops serve kids in grades K-12. Most troops have about 10 Girl Scouts in the same or similar grades that live in the same community or attend the same school. Our Mentored Troops center the needs of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Girl Scouts and are led predominantly by BIPOC adults. Read more about the Girl Scouting program.
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