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Opportunities for Older Girls! What’s your favorite thing about being a Girl Scout? Whether it’s the leadership opportunities, commitment to community service, having a blast at camp, spending time with your sister Girl Scouts, participating in unique events and programs, or all of the above, we have the thing for you! Learn all about the incredible ways you can stay involved and, of course, continue to fill that sash with shiny pins and special patches. Check off the opportunities that you’re interested in to create your roadmap to success!
Cadette
Senior
Girl Scout Silver Award
Girl Scout Gold Award
The Silver Award is the highest achievement for a Girl Scout Cadette. To earn the award, a girl must identify a community issue, then plan and execute a 50-hour project that addresses a root cause of that community issue.
The Gold Award is the highest achievement in Girl Scouting, earned by Seniors and Ambassadors. To earn the award, a girl must identify a community issue, then plan and execute an 80-hour project that addresses a root cause of that community issue.
Leader in Action (LIA) Cadettes can earn a Leader in Action award by assisting a Brownie group on any of their National Leadership Journeys. Service Bars
Counselor in Training (CIT I & II) Seniors and Ambassadors with an interest in becoming a camp counselor should start with CIT I and CIT II.
These awards are earned when a Girl Scout provides 20+ hours of service to one organization, either in the Girl Scout community for a Service to Girl Scouting Bar, or beyond for a Community Service Bar.
GSEP Scholarships
Silver Torch Award
These awards are earned when a Girl Scout provides 20+ hours of service to one organization, either in the Girl Scout community for a Service to Girl Scouting Bar, or beyond for a Community Service Bar.
This award recognizes Cadettes who act as leaders in their communities by serving for one full term in a leadership position.
Seniors and Ambassadors can apply for GSEP scholarships to help cover the cost of things like Destinations and higher education expenses. Service Bars
Silver & Gold Torch Award Want to learn more about opportunities for Older Girl Scouts? Sign up for our Older Girl Leadership Fair! More information can be found on page 3 of the Program Guide.
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This award recognizes Seniors who act as leaders in their communities by serving for one full term in a leadership position. Volunteer in Training (VIT) This award is for Seniors or Ambassadors who mentor a Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, Junior, or Cadette troop.
