25-26 GSUSA Appreciation PIN

The Appreciation Pin recognizes an active Girl Scout volunteer's exemplary service in support of delivering the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. This service, which has had a measurable impact on one service unit or geographic area of service, helps reach and surpass the mission-delivery goals of the area.
Deadline: October 1, 2025

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Criteria:
- The nominee is an active, registered Girl Scout volunteer whose service is above and beyond the expectations for the position held.
- The nominee has made an impact on one geographic area within the council's jurisdiction.
- The nominee cannot nominate themself for this award.
Nominee Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Service Center*
Troop # (If Applicable)
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Current position(s) held by the nominee in Girl Scouting (check all that apply).*

Troop Leader/Co-LeaderTroop VolunteerParentService Unit Leadership Team MemberCouncil Committee MemberCouncil Trainer/FacilitatorOther
Previous position(s) held by the nominee in Girl Scouting (check all that apply).*

Troop Leader/Co-LeaderTroop VolunteerParentService Unit Leadership Team MemberCouncil Committee MemberCouncil Trainer/FacilitatorOther
Previous GSUSA Adult Award(s) received by nominee (check all that apply).*

Volunteer of ExcellenceAppreciation PinHonor PinThanks Badge lThanks Badge llPresident's AwardUnsure
Previous GSGST Adult Award(s) received by nominee (check all that apply).*

Family GivingCommunity PartnerLabor of LoveJuliette Gordon Low AwardUnsure
Who benefitted from the nominee's service? (check all that apply)*

TroopService UnitTwo or more Service UnitsGirl Scouts of Greater South Texas CouncilEntire Girl Scout Movement
Nomination Information
Please describe in detail how this nominee's service has been ABOVE & BEYOND THE REQUIREMENTS OF THEIR POSITION

This detailed information is necessary in order for the volunteer committee (who does not know the nominee) to determine if the nominee meets the requirements to receive the award.

Be sure to include dates and the number of girls and adults served through their service. Be specific with the information provided, For Example: if they hosted a Service Unit event for World Thinking Day, including when it was held and the number of girls that participated.

A lack of specific information will keep the nominee from receiving this award.

Writing a Strong Nomination
Describe the type of service provided in detail. This is where you share with us all the reasons you are nominating them. *
How did the service impact girls, volunteers in your troop, service unit, or council? Please be specific and quantify the impact. *
When and where did this service take place? Include specific dates and outcomes. *
Nominator Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Please select the one that best describes you.*

Troop Leader/Co-LeaderGirl Scout VolunteerGirl Scout ParentGirl Scout (girl)GSGST Staff MemberGSGST Board Memberother
Signature*

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Deadline: October 1, 2025

Nominee Information

Nomination Information

Nominator Information