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Know How Much You Are Appreciated
What begins with Girl Scouts speaking up at a troop meeting can go all the way to speaking in front of their city council for a cause they champion—and they’ll have your support to thank for it. Your volunteer role makes a powerful difference: Girl Scouts wouldn’t exist without volunteers like you. And your first step as a troop leader may lead you to other volunteer opportunities once this year is over.
Newsletters/Communication
Watch for our Volunteer Scoop to come to you the third week of each month. This digital newsletter includes information relevant to leading troops, volunteer training and council news.
We also send a Girl Scouts Connected digital newsletter to all families the first week of each month. This communication piece includes “What’s New” in the world of programming, a reminder of deadlines and council news.
Our social media pages tell the Girl Scout story and keep our members, and the community, up-to-date on what is happening. Be sure to follow us:
Additional Resources and Support
We know volunteering isn't always easy, especially when you're new to an organization, so we can't thank you enough for giving your time and energy to be the mentor and role model your troop needs. Guiding your Girl Scouts, even if you're still figuring things out, is nothing short of amazing.
We know you’ll have questions along the way and we are here for you! Contact Member Services at 800-666-2141 or email help@gsdakotahorizons.org.
The important thing to remember is, you’re not alone. We are in this with you, ready to help and support you at all times! Thanks again! It’s going to be a great Girl Scout year!
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