Girl Scouts of Western Ohio Awards honor volunteers who have demonstrated service that has made an impact. Please review each award's listed requirements before completing the award packet.
Volunteers are the heart and soul of Girl Scouts of Western Ohio and everyday heroes to thousands of girls in our council.
You open her eyes to a world of possibilities. You help her transform into a force for good. You prepare her for a lifetime of leadership, success, and adventure. Because of you, she has the chance to learn what she’s capable of accomplishing and of being inspired to reach for it.
Because of you, she shines.
Each year, adult volunteers are recognized for exemplary service and for going above and beyond to support the Girl Scout Mission. Take a moment to nominate an outstanding individual or group for a national or council award!
Nominate an Outstanding Volunteer
By Feb. 1: Consider the following awards and nominate a Girl Scout leader making a difference in your community.
NOMINATE TODAYGSWO Awards
Award Nomination Criteria 
Service Team Star
Green Badge of Courage
Service Unit Founder's Award
GSUSA Awards
GSUSA awards honor volunteers who have had such a significant impact that no other award would be appropriate. The volunteers who have made a significant impact throughout the council and meeting council goals are honored in this category. Please review each award's listed requirements before completing the award packet.
Award Nomination Criteria
Volunteer of Excellence
Appreciation Pin
Honor Pin
Thanks Badge I
Thanks Badge II
From planning a big event to the small special moments shared with the girls—all their efforts are appreciated and important to building girls of courage, confidence, and character! Each month, one volunteer will be selected in every region of western Ohio (North, Central, and South) for Volunteer of the Month.
The Volunteer of the Month receives:
- A signed certificate from our CEO, Aimée Sproles
- $25 gift certificate to our council shops
- Social media recognition
Volunteer of the Month - December 2022
Kylie Jacobs — North Region — Service Unit GSLE Chair & Troop Leader — SU 102 & Troop 11099
Kylie encourages the girls to take on the troop's leadership, make their own decisions, and manage their troop finances. She supports new leaders in the service unit by helping them find resources, mentoring them, and helping at meetings. Kylie is always on top of what is happening and ensures that everyone in the service unit stays up to date. It doesn't matter how chaotic her personal life is; she can always be relied upon to follow through. She does so many things for the, she works with the service unit, and the girls love her! She is always there for the troop and the volunteers.
Grace Hungerford — Central Region — Service Unit Series Facilitator — SU 379
From the beginning of Grace's volunteer journey, she stepped in to ensure that girls receive the best experience through a series of programs. The joy and compassion that Grace brings are remarkable. She always has the kindest and most meaningful words to say to girls and motivates them through challenges. Grace is a beautiful addition to the volunteer family of Girl Scouts of Western Ohio.
Erin Campbell — South Region — Service Unit Chair & Troop Leader— SU 433 & Troop 4246
Erin has stood strong for the Loveland Service Unit. She has kept the team together and has taken the lead in several service unit activities. She spends much of her time as a troop leader and service unit leader, along with creating all the fun activities and badge work for her troop. She reaches out to the community and is always up to finding ways for her troop and others. Erin is a dedicated volunteer and a faithful and giving member of Girl Scouts.
Past Volunteers of the Month
North Region
Central Region
South Region
