Start a Troop
Do you love inspiring girls to grow, learn, and shine?
As a Girl Scout troop leader, you’ll guide girls to build confidence, explore the outdoors, make new friends, and discover their strengths, all while having fun every step of the way.
A Girl Scout troop is more than just meetings, it’s a safe, supportive space where girls dream big and take action to make their world better.
And you won’t do it alone: with training, ready-to-go meeting plans, and an entire Girl Scout team by your side, you’ll feel confident and prepared to lead.
Be the role model they’ll remember forever, become a Girl Scout troop leader today!
Become a troop leader!
We're excited to celebrate our volunteers! Be one of the first 100 new troop leaders to register between April 1 and May 1, 2026, and receive $10 off your 2026-2027 Girl Scout membership.
Make a lasting impact by becoming a troop leader. You’ll mentor, guide, and inspire the next generation of girls.
How to get started in five steps:
- Complete the Start a Troop form.
- Connect with a placement specialist for your area. The placement specialist will call the phone number you provided to get additional details and assign your troop number.
- Register as a troop leader. Complete your membership registration using the discount code provided by the placement specialist when you receive your troop number.
- Note: Be sure to enter the discount code before submitting payment, as it cannot be applied afterward.
- Complete your background check. You’ll receive a link by email to complete your criminal background check.
- Complete both online trainings in gsLearn through your MYGS account: Volunteer Basics and GSUSA Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Training.
Once you have completed these steps, your volunteer experience manager (VEM) will contact you with information about the next steps to get your troop up and running. In addition, the VEM will connect you with experienced volunteers in your area and direct you to valuable resources to assist you in your new role!
A minimum of two unrelated troop leaders and five girls are needed to start a troop. The recommended number of girls in a troop is 12. If you don't have enough girls or a co-leader, we're here to help. We have plenty of excited girls waiting to join a troop in your area!
Visit our Become a Volunteer webpage to learn more about how to become a volunteer.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cost and Time Commitment Guide
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Girl Scout Experience Box
New Girl Scout Daisy (K–1 grades) and Brownie (2-3 grades) troop leaders will receive a monthly supply box filled with step-by-step instructions and ready-to-go supplies for their troop meetings.
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Preview Your Year
Our easy-to-follow Troop Year Plans are available for troops of all ages! Check out the fun that awaits you and your troop.
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