Volunteer Essentials
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Welcome!
As a volunteer, you’re not just helping—you’re inspiring. You’re a builder of community, a mentor, and a joyful guide who leads with kindness. Thanks to you, Girl Scouts of all ages will dream big, explore boldly, and make a real difference in the world. We’re so glad you’re here!
These pages are designed to support you as a Girl Scout volunteer. From Girl Scout basics to managing your troop, we’ve got you covered! We recommend that you begin by browsing the sections below and return throughout the year to find answers to your questions as they arise.
Important: The guidance on these pages is based on Volunteer Essentials from Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA). As a volunteer with Girl Scouts of Southwest Indiana (GSSI), you are also responsible for following GSSI-specific policies, procedures, and guidelines.
If you enjoy navigating Volunteer Essentials using this webpage format, select the Volunteer Essentials Appendix below for a summary of the GSSI-specific additions and requirements that supplement the GSUSA guidance.
If you prefer to view the GSUSA guidance and GSSI-specific policies together in one document, select the Volunteer Essentials PDF below.
Girl Scouts of Southwest Indiana is here for you!
If you have questions, reach out to us at support@girlscouts-gssi.org or 812-421-4970.
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