Girl Scout volunteers inspire girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Each year, Girl Scouting formally recognizes Girl Scout adult members, volunteers, service units, staff, and community members for their service to the movement through a variety of awards.
Please review our guide to learn about the awards available and identify the best way to recognize the accomplishments and outstanding service happening within our movement.
Adult Recognition is a group effort, and we can’t do it alone!
Submission Deadlines:
- Community Award Nominations - ongoing
- Just Say Thanks - ongoing
- Service Unit Approved - set by Service Unit, typically in the Spring
- Nominations for all other recognitions - Jan 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026.
- Endorsements close May, 7 2026.
Join us at one of our council wide recognition events in fall 2025. Awards to be presented include:
- Board Approved Awards including the Appreciation, Honor, Thanks I & II, Hall of Fame, DAISY and President’s Awards
- Years of Service Awards
- Girl Scout Hero Award for Community Partners
- Pinnacle Aawrd for Ambassador Girl Scouts
Early Bird tickets available through August 31, 2025!
We can help!
The adult Recognition Committee is made up of volunteers from across the council. Members of the committee are available to come to your Service Unit meeting to explain awards, how to nominate someone and answer any questions your volunteers may have. Advanced notice is encouraged, and requests will be fulfilled dependent on availability of the committee.
To Request a committee member to visit your Service Unit, please email adultrecognition@girlscoutsgcnwi.org.
Award History
Links and Resources for Adult Recognition
Informal Recognition – Just Say Thanks 
Years of Service Modification Form
Service Unit Approved Awards
Community Award Nomination Form
Board Approved Awards Nomination Form (Presidents Award, Appreciation,
Honor, Thanks Badge I & II, Hall of Fame and DAISY)
Board Approved Awards Letter of Endorsement Form
Additional Resources
Questions? Contact adultrecognition@girlscoutsgcnwi.org
