Volunteer Essentials
Adventure Ahead
Thank you and welcome, we're glad you're here!
This guide is designed to support busy, on-the-go troop volunteers. Inside you will find details and information to help you get started on your newest adventure—being an awesome leader for girls. We recommend that you begin by browsing the sections below and come back throughout the year to find answers to your questions as they arise. Ready to get started? Let’s go!
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Additional Resources and Support
Volunteering isn’t always easy, so we can’t thank you enough for jumping in to be the mentor and role model she needs.
LEARN MORESafety Activity Checkpoints
Safety Activity Checkpoints (SACs) provide in-depth safety information and tips that adult volunteers use for Girl Scout sports and activities. When preparing for any activity with girls, always begin with the Safety Activity Checkpoints written specifically for that particular activity. Girls can also use these checkpoints to ready their group for a girl-led activity.
New troop leader?
We’ve got you covered. Check out the New Leader’s Guide to Success. This resource will help define your role, show how to get your families involved, and give you the tools you need to lead a successful troop.
Connecting with Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania:
Contact
1-800-248-3355
customercare@gswpa.org
Girl Scout Offices
Pittsburgh (Council Headquarters)*
503 Martindale St. Suite 500
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Edinboro Office*
5681 Route 6N
Edinboro, PA 16412
Greensburg Office*
126 East Otterman St.
Greensburg, PA 15601
Johnstown Office
612 Locust St.
Johnstown, PA 15901
Hours
Offices: Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
*Shops: Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Second Saturday of each month (Sept.-May only), 9 a.m.-noon
Troop Mentor Network
We’ve assembled a team of seasoned volunteers to provide you with firsthand knowledge, guidance, and support.
MEET THEM
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