Due to restrictions on large group gatherings because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Volunteer Recognition Celebration scheduled for April 25, 2020 has been cancelled. We plan to do virtual recognition on social media during the month of April, and expect that there will be multiple options for in-person recognition in the late summer/fall 2020. Alternative options will be presented as they become available. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work together to ensure that all of our awardees are given the recognition they deserve. 

Adult recognition is a way to honor adult volunteers whose services directly or indirectly support or enhance girl experiences in Girl Scouting.  The quality of the individual’s accomplishments is a key factor for recognizing someone.

When an individual or group in Girl Scouting has served with unusual distinction for a larger geographic area, formal recognition may be appropriate.  Honoring the service of our adult volunteers for their strong commitment and devotion to Girl Scouting is an established part of the Girl Scout program.  These awards reinforce the qualities and service that Girl Scouting values provide.

Formal council level awards are presented each spring at the GSNEO Adult Recognition Event.  Nominations and endorsements are accepted at any time throughout the year; but each year there is a cut-off date of February 1.  Nominations/endorsements received after February 1 will be awarded at the following years’ recognition event. 

Before nominating someone, check the list to see what awards they may have already received.

>>Past Volunteer Recognition Awardees

>>Printable Volunteer Recognition Flyer

To Nominate a Volunteer:

See below for online nomination forms.

To Endorse a Volunteer:

Use the online form. Endorsement forms for all national and council awards are the same.