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.
Awards & Recognitions
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!
Shout Out an Exceptional Volunteer
Thank a volunteer who's gone above and beyond for your troop or service unit by nominating them for an award!
SHOW GRATITUDEGSWO Awards
Award Endorsement 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 Endorsement Criteria
Volunteer of Excellence
Appreciation Pin
Honor Pin
Thanks Badge I
Thanks Badge II
Volunteer Years of Service and Membership Pin
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 quarter, one volunteer will be selected in every region of western Ohio (North, Central, and South) for Volunteer of the Quarter.
The Volunteer of the Quarter receives:
- A signed certificate from our CEO, Aimée Sproles
- $25 gift certificate to our council shops
- Social media recognition
Volunteers of the Quarter
First Quarter, 2024-25 Membership year
Jennifer Briede | Troop Leader | Troop 4286 | SU 423
Jennifer has gone above and beyond in her support of Catholic Girl Scouts in the Cincinnati area, including multiple media appearances to discuss the benefits of Girl Scouting. She has been a courageous and exceptional leader!
Trisha Haugh | Troop Leader | Troop 20024 | SU 107
Trisha is extremely active in her service unit south of Toledo. She is a strong communicator and ensures all volunteers in her service unit know and understand the latest updates through social media and beyond.
Sandi Baker | Troop Leader | Troop 3073 | SU 311
Sandi shared her knowledge and love of Girl Scout history with the girls in her service unit in a fun and engaging way. She created a Girl Scout history-themed escape room for girls to complete at the service unit’s camporee. She shared many stories, facts, and items from throughout Girl Scout history, and inspired Girl Scouts of all ages with her enthusiasm.
Previous Volunteers of the Month
North Region
Central Region
South Region
Nominate an Exceptional Volunteer
