Adult Award - Thanks Badge I/II Nomination Form

Girl Scouting depends on the excellent service of our dedicated volunteers. Adult awards are an essential part of thanking and honoring those who make Girl Scouting possible.

Please begin your nomination by choosing the award you are nominating a volunteer for from the list below. Then follow the instructions to submit all the required information for that particular award. Please provide detailed and accurate information. The information provided may be used in the presentation of the award.

For information about all the awards before you start, please visit the Adult Awards page of our website.

More questions? Contact us at 800-248-3355 or email customercare@gswpa.org.
Choose your adult award.*

Volunteer of ExcellenceAppreciation PinHonor PinThanks I BadgeThanks II BadgePresident's AwardPromise AwardShining Star AwardSisterhood AwardTrefoil AwardPearl AwardInnovation in Action AwardFriendship Circle Award
Volunteer of Excellence Pin Criteria

To be recognized with the Volunteer of Excellence, a candidate must:
- Be an active, registered, adult Girl Scout volunteer.
- Have successfully completed a term of service and fulfilled all requirements of his/her volunteer position.
- Have performed beyond expectations for the position to deliver the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to girls using the national program portfolio or have gone beyond the expectations of the position and supported council’s mission delivery goals in one or more of the following areas: membership development/community cultivation, volunteer relations/support, program, leadership and governance, fund development, and council support services.
- Actively recognize, understand, and practice the values of inclusive behavior in their troop and service unit.
Awards may be submitted for final approval at any time throughout the year. If approved, notification will be made to the nominator. The pin may then be purchased by the nominator to present to the awardee.
Promise Award Criteria

To be recognized with the Promise Award, a candidate must:
- Be an active, registered, adult Girl Scout volunteer.
- Have successfully completed a term of service and fulfilled all requirements of his/her volunteer position.
- Have performed beyond expectations for the position to deliver the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to girls using the national program portfolio or have gone beyond the expectations of the position and supported council’s mission delivery goals in one or more of the following areas: membership development/community cultivation, volunteer relations/support, program, leadership and governance, fund development, and council support services.
- Actively recognize, understand, and practice the values of inclusive behavior in their troop and service unit.
- Have received the Volunteer of Excellence Award no less than three years previously.
Awards may be submitted for final approval at any time throughout the year. If approved, notification will be made to the nominator. The pin may then be purchased by the nominator to present to the awardee.
Appreciation Pin Nomination Form

All board-approved award nominations are reviewed by the adult awards committee. This committee is comprised of volunteers from across the council. They review each award nomination and compare the information presented about the volunteer with the criteria established for each award. The information presented in the nomination and the endorsement letters is vital to the decision making process of the volunteer committee. The review committee only knows what is presented in the award packet, so please be detailed and cite specific examples. Please note that two endorsement letters must be attached to this nomination form. Please collect those prior to starting your nomination below.
Shining Star Award Nomination Form

All board-approved award nominations are reviewed by the adult awards committee. This committee is comprised of volunteers from across the council. They review each award nomination and compare the information presented about the volunteer with the criteria established for each award. The information presented in the nomination and the endorsement letters is vital to the decision making process of the volunteer committee. The review committee only knows what is presented in the award packet, so please be detailed and cite specific examples. Please note that two endorsement letters must be attached to this nomination form. Please collect those prior to starting your nomination below.
Honor Pin Nomination Form

All board-approved award nominations are reviewed by the adult awards committee. This committee is comprised of volunteers from across the council. They review each award nomination and compare the information presented about the volunteer with the criteria established for each award. The information presented in the nomination and the endorsement letters is vital to the decision making process of the volunteer committee. The review committee only knows what is presented in the award packet, so please be detailed and cite specific examples. Please note that three endorsement letters must be attached to this nomination form. Please collect those prior to starting your nomination below.
Sisterhood Award Nomination Form

All board-approved award nominations are reviewed by the adult awards committee. This committee is comprised of volunteers from across the council. They review each award nomination and compare the information presented about the volunteer with the criteria established for each award. The information presented in the nomination and the endorsement letters is vital to the decision making process of the volunteer committee. The review committee only knows what is presented in the award packet, so please be detailed and cite specific examples. Please note that three endorsement letters must be attached to this nomination form. Please collect those prior to starting your nomination below.
Thanks Badge I/II Nomination Form

The Thanks Badge is the highest honor in Girl Scouts. It honors a registered adult Girl Scout whose ongoing commitment, leadership, and service have had an exceptional, measurable impact on meeting the mission-delivery goals and priorities of the entire council or entire Girl Scout Movement. The Thanks Badge II recognizes a previous Thanks Badge award recipient who has continued to provide exemplary service in a leadership role significantly above and beyond the call of duty, resulting in a measurable impact that benefits the entire Girl Scout Movement. All award nominations are reviewed by the adult awards committee. This committee is comprised of volunteers from across the council. They review each award nomination and compare the information presented about the volunteer with the criteria established for each award. The information presented in the nomination and the endorsement letters is vital to the decision making process of the volunteer committee. The review committee only knows what is presented in the award packet, so please be detailed and cite specific examples. The information you provide in your nomination may be used in the presentation of the award. Please note that four endorsement letters must be attached to this nomination form. Please collect those prior to starting your nomination below.
Trefoil Award Nomination Form

The Trefoil Award recognizes a previous Thanks Badge II award recipient who has continued to provide exemplary service in a leadership role significantly above and beyond the call of duty, resulting in a measurable impact that benefits the entire council or the entire Girl Scout Movement. All board-approved award nominations are reviewed by the adult awards committee. This committee is comprised of volunteers from across the council. They review each award nomination and compare the information presented about the volunteer with the criteria established for each award. The information presented in the nomination and the endorsement letters is vital to the decision making process of the volunteer committee. The review committee only knows what is presented in the award packet, so please be detailed and cite specific examples. Please note that four endorsement letters must be attached to this nomination form. Please collect those prior to starting your nomination below.
Pearl Award Nomination Form

All board-approved award nominations are reviewed by the adult awards committee. This committee is comprised of volunteers from across the council. They review each award nomination and compare the information presented about the volunteer with the criteria established for each award. The information presented in the nomination and the endorsement letters is vital to the decision making process of the volunteer committee. The review committee only knows what is presented in the award packet, so please be detailed and cite specific examples. Please note that one endorsement letter must be attached to this nomination form. Please collect that prior to starting your nomination below.
Innovation In Action Award Nomination Form

All board-approved award nominations are reviewed by the adult awards committee. This committee is comprised of volunteers from across the council. They review each award nomination and compare the information presented about the volunteer with the criteria established for each award. The information presented in the nomination and the endorsement letters is vital to the decision making process of the volunteer committee. The review committee only knows what is presented in the award packet, so please be detailed and cite specific examples. The information you provide in your nomination maybe used in the presentation of the award. Please note that one endorsement letter must be attached to this nomination form. Please collect that prior to starting your nomination below. In addition, all nominations for the Innovation in Action Award must have a council staff member sponsor the nomination. This will usually be a staff member who is a subject matter expert in the area of the nominee's innovation. For example, if the nominee is a service unit cookie manager who developed an innovative approach to cookie delivery, the sponsor would be a staff member from the product program team. It could also be a staff person with firsthand experience of the nominee’s work. This staff sponsor will review the nomination and advise the adult awards committee on the nature and strength of the innovation and its implementation. It is strongly recommended that you secure this staff sponsor prior to submitting the nomination form. If you are unsure who to contact, please reach out to your member success advisor or to customer care. You may submit the award without a staff sponsor. It will be reviewed and referred to a potential sponsor(s). However, we cannot guarantee that a staff person will agree to sponsor the award.
Appreciation Pin Criteria
- The candidate is an active, registered Girl Scout volunteer and has provided outstanding service to one or more geographic or program delivery audiences in a way that supports the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
- The candidate has significantly contributed to meeting or surpassing council goals in membership growth and retention, fund development, or increased community visibility in ONE or more geographic areas.
- The candidate actively recognizes, understands, and practices the values of inclusive behavior.
Two Letters of Endorsement must be from individuals other than the nominator and must be submitted with this form.

When the form is complete, with the required endorsement letters, click on the submit button at the bottom of the screen. This will begin the review process.
Shining Star Award Criteria
- The candidate is an active, registered Girl Scout volunteer and has provided outstanding service to ONE or more geographic or program delivery audiences in a way that supports the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
- The candidate has significantly contributed to meeting or surpassing council goals in membership growth and retention, fund development, or increased community visibility in ONE or more geographic areas.
- The candidate actively recognizes, understands, and practices the values of inclusive behavior.
- The candidate has received the Appreciation Pin no less than five years previously.
Two Letters of Endorsement must be from individuals other than the nominator and must be submitted with this form.

When the form is complete, with the required endorsement letters, click on the submit button at the bottom of the screen. This will begin the review process.
Honor Pin Criteria
- The candidate is an active, registered Girl Scout volunteer and has provided outstanding service to one or more geographic or program delivery audiences in a way that supports the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
- The candidate has significantly contributed to meeting or surpassing council goals in membership growth and retention, fund development, or increased community visibility in TWO or more geographic areas.
- The candidate actively recognizes, understands, and practices the values of inclusive behavior.
Three Letters of Endorsement must be from individuals other than the nominator and must be submitted with this form.

When the form is complete, with the required endorsement letters, click on the submit button at the bottom of the screen. This will begin the review process.
Sisterhood Award Criteria
- The candidate is an active, registered Girl Scout volunteer and has provided outstanding service to one or more geographic or program delivery audiences in a way that supports the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
- The candidate has significantly contributed to meeting or surpassing council goals in membership growth and retention, fund development, or increased community visibility in TWO or more geographic areas.
- The candidate actively recognizes, understands, and practices the values of inclusive behavior.
- The candidate received the Honor Pin no less than five years previously.
Three Letters of Endorsement must be from individuals other than the nominator and must be submitted with this form.

When the form is complete, with the required endorsement letters, click on the submit button at the bottom of the screen. This will begin the review process.
Thanks Badge Criteria
- The candidate is an active, registered Girl Scout volunteer.
- The outstanding service performed by the nominee resulted in outcomes that benefited the total council or the entire Girl Scout organization and is so significantly above and beyond the call of duty that no other award would be appropriate.
- The Thanks Badge I is based on taking a leadership role during the previous four years. The Thanks Badge II is based on taking on exemplary service in a leadership role during the previous three years, in addition to the four years of service required for the Thanks I badge recognition.
- Thanks Badge II is awarded only to previous Thanks Badge I recipients.
Four Letters of Endorsement must be from individuals other than the nominator and must be submitted with this form.

When the form is complete, with the required endorsement letters, click on the submit button at the bottom of the screen. This will begin the review process.
Trefoil Award Criteria
- The candidate is an active, registered Girl Scout volunteer.
- The outstanding service performed by the nominee resulted in outcomes that benefited the total council or the entire Girl Scout organization and is so significantly above and beyond the call of duty that no other award would be appropriate.
- The candidate received the Thanks Badge II no less than five years previously.
Four Letters of Endorsement must be from individuals other than the nominator and must be submitted with this form.

When the form is complete, with the required endorsement letters, click on the submit button at the bottom of the screen. This will begin the review process.
Pearl Award Criteria

To receive the Pearl Award, a candidate must:
- Be an active, registered Girl Scout volunteer.
- Have provided at least twenty years of active service in any volunteer role. The years of service need not be continuous, but the service does need to be active and excellent.
- Actively recognize, understand, and practice the values of inclusive behavior.
One Letter of Endorsement from an individual other than the nominator must be submitted with this form. This letter should include detailed descriptions of the nominee’s service over the course of twenty or more years.

When the form is complete, with the required endorsement letters, click on the submit button at the bottom of the screen. This will begin the review process.
Innovation in Action Award Criteria

To receive the Innovation in Action Award, a candidate must:
- Be an active, registered Girl Scout volunteer.
- Have developed, implemented, and shared a creative, innovative approach to furthering any aspect of the Girl Scout mission.
- Actively recognize, understand, and practice the values of inclusive behavior.
One Letter of Endorsement from an individual other than the nominator must be submitted with this form. This letter should include detailed descriptions of the nominee’s innovation and how it has been implemented and shared with other Girl Scouts.

When the form is complete, with the required endorsement letter, click on the submit button at the bottom of the screen. This will begin the review process.
Friendship Circle Award Criteria

To receive the Friendship Circle Award, a candidate must:
- Be an organization, a business, a group, or a non-member individual.
- Have provided helpful and generous support or service to Girl Scouting. This could include support given to troops, service units, or the council as a whole.
One Letter of Endorsement from an individual other than the nominator must be submitted with this form. This letter should include detailed descriptions of the nominee’s actions in support of Girl Scouting.

When the form is complete, with the required endorsement letter, click on the submit button at the bottom of the screen. This will begin the review process.
President's Award Criteria

The President’s Award recognizes the efforts of a service-delivery team or committee whose exemplary service in support of delivering the Girl Scout Leadership Experience surpassed team goals and resulted in significant, measurable impact toward reaching the council’s overall goals.

All award nominations are reviewed by a volunteer selections committee. This committee is comprised of volunteers from across the council. They review each award nomination and compare the information presented about the volunteer with the criteria established for each award. The information presented in the nomination and the endorsement letters is vital to the decision making process of the volunteer committee. The review committee only knows what is presented in the award packet, so please be detailed and cite specific examples.
Nominator Information
Nominator Name*

First NameLast Name
Position or Role of Nominator*
Nominator Email Address*
Nominee Information:
Nominee Name*

First NameLast Name
Name of Individual Nominee (if applicable)

First NameLast Name
Name of Organization (if applicable)
Team Name*
Service Unit
Troop # (if applicable)
Service Area of Team
Current position(s) held in Girl Scouting*
Previous position(s) held in Girl Scouting
Which Awards has this nominee received previously?*

Volunteer of ExcellenceAppreciation PinHonor PinThanks I BadgeThanks II BadgeUnsure
How has the nominee provided outstanding service to Girl Scouting?*
Who is being impacted by the service/support of the nominee?*
List the results of the nominee's actions and the impact on Girl Scouting.*
Who is being impacted by the work of this volunteer?*
How has this nominee provided exemplary service in their troop/service unit?*
Describe the nominee's actions and their impact on girls in the troop/service unit.*
Who is being impacted by the work of this team?*
How has this nominee provided exemplary service to the council or the entire Girl Scout movement?*
List the names of all team members.*
How has this nominee provided exemplary service to their service unit?*
What were the goals for your team and how did your team surpass those goals?*
Describe how the team has contributed to meeting one or more council goals in membership growth and retention, fund development, or increased community visibility.*
Describe how the team has adopted the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.*
How has this nominee provided exemplary service in at least two geographic areas?*
How has the service of this volunteer resulted in outcomes that benefited the total council or the entire Girl Scout organization?*
Please describe the nominee’s innovative approach to furthering any aspect of the Girl Scout mission. Please be sure to include specific examples of how this approach is original and different from the approach usually taken.*
Please explain how the nominee has implemented and shared this innovation.*
List the results of the nominee's actions and their impact on girls at the service unit level.*
List the results of the nominee’s actions and the impact they have made.*
List the results of the nominee's actions and their impact on girls in two or more geographic areas.*
How is this nominee a “sister” to every Girl Scout?
Endorsement Information: One endorsement is required for the Friendship Circle Award. Please list the individual submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letter. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

(Please note: The individual submitting the award nomination cannot write a letter of endorsement for that nomination.) Endorsement letters should be specific, well thought out, and neatly written or typed. They should include:• Name of nominee• Title of award recognition• How the letter writer knows the nominee and for how long• How the nominee has met the level of service required to receive the recognition• How the nominee’s contributions have benefited Girl Scouts• Comments or other information that might be helpful to review committee• Name of the person writing the letter with phone number and/or email address for future contact.
Endorsement Information: Four endorsements are required for the Thanks Badge I or the Thanks Badge II. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

(Please note: The individual submitting the award nomination cannot write a letter of endorsement for that nomination.) Endorsement letters should be specific, well thought out, and neatly written or typed. They should include:• Name of nominee• Title of award recognition• How the letter writer knows the nominee and for how long• How the nominee has met the level of service required to receive the recognition• Specific examples of the nominee’s performance which explain how the service was beyond the expectations listed in the role description• How the nominee’s contributions have benefited Girl Scouts• Comments or other information that might be helpful to review committee• Name of the person writing the letter with phone number and/or email address for future contact.
Endorsement Information: Four endorsements are required for the Trefoil Award. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

(Please note: The individual submitting the award nomination cannot write a letter of endorsement for that nomination.) Endorsement letters should be specific, well thought out, and neatly written or typed. They should include:• Name of nominee• Title of award recognition• How the letter writer knows the nominee and for how long• How the nominee has met the level of service required to receive the recognition• Specific examples of the nominee’s performance which explain how the service was beyond the expectations listed in the role description• How the nominee’s contributions have benefited Girl Scouts• Comments or other information that might be helpful to review committee• Name of the person writing the letter with phone number and/or email address for future contact.
Endorsement Information: Two endorsements are required for the Appreciation Pin. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

(Please note: The individual submitting the award nomination cannot write a letter of endorsement for that nomination.) Endorsement letters should be specific, well thought out, and neatly written or typed. They should include:• Name of nominee• Title of award recognition• How the letter writer knows the nominee and for how long• How the nominee has met the level of service required to receive the recognition• Specific examples of the nominee’s performance which explain how the service was beyond the expectations listed in the role description• How the nominee’s contributions have benefited Girl Scouts• Comments or other information that might be helpful to review committee• Name of the person writing the letter with phone number and/or email address for future contact.
Endorsement Information: One endorsement is required for the Pearl Award. Please list the individual submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letter. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

(Please note: The individual submitting the award nomination cannot write a letter of endorsement for that nomination.) Endorsement letters should be specific, well thought out, and neatly written or typed. They should include:• Name of nominee• Title of award recognition• How the letter writer knows the nominee and for how long• How the nominee has met the level of service required to receive the recognition• Specific examples of the nominee’s performance which explain how the service was beyond the expectations listed in the role description• How the nominee’s contributions have benefited Girl Scouts• Comments or other information that might be helpful to review committee• Name of the person writing the letter with phone number and/or email address for future contact.
Endorsement Information: One endorsement is required for the Innovation in Action Award. Please list the individual submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letter. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

(Please note: The individual submitting the award nomination cannot write a letter of endorsement for that nomination.) Endorsement letters should be specific, well thought out, and neatly written or typed. They should include:• Name of nominee• Title of award recognition• How the letter writer knows the nominee and for how long• How the nominee has met the level of service required to receive the recognition• Specific examples of the nominee’s performance which explain how the service was beyond the expectations listed in the role description• How the nominee’s contributions have benefited Girl Scouts• Comments or other information that might be helpful to review committee• Name of the person writing the letter with phone number and/or email address for future contact.
Endorsement Information: Two endorsements are required for the Shining Star Award. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

(Please note: The individual submitting the award nomination cannot write a letter of endorsement for that nomination.) Endorsement letters should be specific, well thought out, and neatly written or typed. They should include:• Name of nominee• Title of award recognition• How the letter writer knows the nominee and for how long• How the nominee has met the level of service required to receive the recognition• Specific examples of the nominee’s performance which explain how the service was beyond the expectations listed in the role description• How the nominee’s contributions have benefited Girl Scouts• Comments or other information that might be helpful to review committee• Name of the person writing the letter with phone number and/or email address for future contact.
Endorsement Information: Three endorsements are required for the Honor Pin. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

(Please note: The individual submitting the award nomination cannot write a letter of endorsement for that nomination.) Endorsement letters should be specific, well thought out, and neatly written or typed. They should include:• Name of nominee• Title of award recognition• How the letter writer knows the nominee and for how long• How the nominee has met the level of service required to receive the recognition• Specific examples of the nominee’s performance which explain how the service was beyond the expectations listed in the role description• How the nominee’s contributions have benefited Girl Scouts• Comments or other information that might be helpful to review committee• Name of the person writing the letter with phone number and/or email address for future contact.
Endorsement Information: Three endorsements are required for the Sisterhood Award. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

(Please note: The individual submitting the award nomination cannot write a letter of endorsement for that nomination.) Endorsement letters should be specific, well thought out, and neatly written or typed. They should include:• Name of nominee• Title of award recognition• How the letter writer knows the nominee and for how long• How the nominee has met the level of service required to receive the recognition• Specific examples of the nominee’s performance which explain how the service was beyond the expectations listed in the role description• How the nominee’s contributions have benefited Girl Scouts• Comments or other information that might be helpful to review committee• Name of the person writing the letter with phone number and/or email address for future contact.
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Appreciation Pin Nomination Form

Shining Star Award Nomination Form

Honor Pin Nomination Form

Sisterhood Award Nomination Form

Thanks Badge I/II Nomination Form

Trefoil Award Nomination Form

Pearl Award Nomination Form

Innovation In Action Award Nomination Form

Nominator Information

Nominee Information:

Endorsement Information: One endorsement is required for the Friendship Circle Award. Please list the individual submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letter. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

Endorsement Information: Four endorsements are required for the Thanks Badge I or the Thanks Badge II. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

Endorsement Information: Four endorsements are required for the Trefoil Award. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

Endorsement Information: Two endorsements are required for the Appreciation Pin. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

Endorsement Information: One endorsement is required for the Pearl Award. Please list the individual submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letter. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

Endorsement Information: One endorsement is required for the Innovation in Action Award. Please list the individual submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letter. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

Endorsement Information: Two endorsements are required for the Shining Star Award. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

Endorsement Information: Three endorsements are required for the Honor Pin. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.

Endorsement Information: Three endorsements are required for the Sisterhood Award. Please list the individuals submitting a letter of endorsement and attach the endorsement letters. Endorsement letters may be a .pdf, .doc, or .jpg.