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What Girl Scouts Do

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Find forever friends & fun!

Every Girl Scout has their own curiosity, dreams, and talents—so when they come together to decide which of the thousands of Girl Scout activities to try, the sky’s the limit. Whether visiting an animal shelter, camping, hosting a dance-off, or filming a movie—they’re learning to take risks, trust their gut, and team up with others for good.

Forever friendship is a powerful thing.

It’s what gives Girl Scouts the confidence to be themselves, unapologetically. As a member of a troop, each Girl Scout will have a community ready to make her feel safe enough to try new things and cheer her on in tough times.

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Make friends
It's easy to make new friends as a Girl Scout.

From joining a troop to spending a week at summer camp, Girl Scouts have the chance to meet others from their neighborhood, community, and nearby schools.

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Have fun
A space to be yourself.

Girl Scouts is a space for girls to be themselves and a chance to try new things. A Girl Scout troop is a place to call your own, test your limits, and have a blast.

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Find adventure
No adventure is too big for a Girl Scout.

Dive, climb, zip, and jump into new activities! Girl Scouts are taking challenges to new heights and learning resiliency while having fun.

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Give back
Make an impact on your community.

 Take it to the next level and achieve the Girl Scout Bronze, Silver, or Gold Awards—our highest awards—to make a sustainable impact.

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Lead your way
Girl Scouts have endless opportunities to lead.

Whether it’s running their cookie business or directing a team of volunteers for a Gold Award project.

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Earn badges & awards
Learn new skills as a Girl Scout.

Then, discover new passions while earning a Journey Award or the Girl Scout Bronze, Silver, or Gold Awards.

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Grades 2-3

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Juniors

Grades 4-5

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Cadettes

Grades 6-8

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Seniors

Grades 9-10

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Ambassadors

Grades 11-12

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Become a Girl Scout

Making friends, discovering your strengths, exploring new possibilities—it’s all waiting for you!

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