The Benefits of Girl Scouting

Find what's within at Girl Scouts!

Ready to help her discover what's already within? Watch her confidence bloom as she uses her voice, leads her own way, and makes real friends, supported by caring leaders every step of the way.

From STEM to the outdoors to entrepreneurship, she'll explore new interests and discover what excites her most, all in a community where she's seen, supported, and free to be herself.

The Girl Scout membership year runs from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027. Annual membership dues are $65 for girl members and $30 for adult members. Financial aid is available. Girl Scout memberships must be renewed annually.

The annual Girl Scout membership is valid from October 1 through September 30 of the following year. Memberships must be renewed annually.

Girl Scouts get access to:

Exciting Activities & Programs

Fun programs to develop her skills.

Memorable Experiences

Girl-centered adventures and projects.

Prestigious Awards

Leadership awards and scholarships.

Travel Opportunities

Exclusive chances to explore the world.

Lifelong Sisterhood

Friendships and a strong community.

Along the way, your girl will develop:

Skills to thrive today and tomorrow

Confidence and self-esteem

Outdoor, STEM, entrepreneurship, and life skills

Friendships, connections, and belonging

Physical and mental wellbeing

For the 2026–27 membership year,
dues are $60 for girls and $30 for adults.*

What Girl Scouts Are Saying

Hear directly from Girl Scouts, parents, and volunteers about their experiences and the positive impact of Girl Scouting.

Girl Scouts makes me feel like anything is possible. I’ve done so much I never thought I could.

Girl Scout Esha, 17

I like doing fun activities and I also really like helping people—and you get to do that here!

Girl Scout Emma, 6

Frequently Asked Questions

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Girl Scouts is more than an activity—it's a Movement dedicated to building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.

Girl Scouts is a way of life that brings out the best in your girl, even in the most challenging of times. While they're learning about STEM, the outdoors, entrepreneurship, and important life skills, Girl Scouts are also discovering new ways to make their family and community stronger, kinder, and better for everyone.

We aim to make sure girls are given the opportunity to reach their full potential by developing values and skills that will lead them to happier lives.

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Girl Scouts offers programs that grow with her from K–12, and adult volunteers like you lead girls as they participate in the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.

A Girl Scout membership year starts on October 1 and lasts until September 30 of the following year, but you can join Girl Scouts anytime. For the 2026–27 membership year, annual national membership dues are $60 for girls and $30 for adults.*

You can join as a volunteer while registering your girl in Girl Scouts.

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Groups of Girl Scouts, called troops, typically meet weekly or every other week for an hour or two. Guided by adult volunteers, troop members choose the hands-on activities and projects that excite them, try new things, and cheer each other on. Together, they earn badges to reflect their successes and show the world what they’re made of.

You can join a troop already meeting in your area, or start your own.

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Girl Scout Promise

On my honor, I will try:
To serve God* and my country,
To help people at all times,
And to live by the Girl Scout Law.

Girl Scout Family Promise

On my honor, I will try:
To support my Girl Scout and her troop,
To help girls lead at all times,
And to always keep it fun!

Members may substitute for the word God
in accordance with their own spiritual beliefs.

Girl Scout Law

I will do my best to be
honest and fair,
friendly and helpful,
considerate and caring,
courageous and strong,
and responsible for what I say and do,
and to respect myself and others,
respect authority,
use resources wisely,
make the world a better place,
and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

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Additional costs may apply for uniforms, events, programs, and other fees. GSSEM offers financial assistance.

Find what's within at Girl Scouts!

Ready to help her discover what's already within? Watch her confidence bloom as she uses her voice, leads her own way, and makes real friends, supported by caring leaders every step of the way.

Girl Scouts get access to:

Along the way, your girl will develop:

Skills to thrive today and tomorrow

Confidence and self-esteem

Outdoor, STEM, entrepreneurship, and life skills

Friendships, connections, and belonging

Physical and mental wellbeing

For the 2026–27 membership year, dues are $60 for girls and $30 for adults.*

What Girl Scouts Are Saying

Frequently Asked Questions

Girl Scout Promise

Girl Scout Family Promise

Girl Scout Law

For the 2026–27 membership year,
dues are $60 for girls and $30 for adults.*