• Scholarship Application - GSUSA Destinations

    Girl Scout Destinations are the ultimate adventure for individual girls ages 11 and older! With different trips every year, there’s something amazing for everyone. Pack your bags full of life-changing experiences and make friends from all over the country as you travel with Girl Scouts from different states. If you’re not a Girl Scout, just join!

  • STEPS TO GET STARTED:

    1. Review all of the Destinations at http://forgirls.girlscouts.org/travel/take-a-trip/destinations/.

    NEW 2019/2020 Destinations will be posted starting 8/15/2018 and we will continue posting new trips through early September!

    2. Contact the Destination host with specific questions about trips, or contact the Girl Experience Manager at Girl Scouts – Dakota Horizons for questions about Destinations in general.

    3. Apply! You may choose to apply to up to four Destinations.

    Once you receive acceptance from the Destination host, you will be asked to make a deposit to confirm and hold your spot. You may also decline the offer at this time.

    4. Start fundraising for your trip. See Volunteer Essentials to help you get started.

    One way to fundraise is to apply for the GSDH Destinations Scholarship below.

  • Girl Scouts – Dakota Horizons (GSDH) is committed to providing all girls the opportunity to participate in the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Scholarship allocations are subject to availability within the council’s current operating budget. The eligibility and important information below are offered to outline the application process and help navigate the council’s procedure.

    ELIGIBILITY

    • The scholarship is available to new or renewing girl members who are 11 years old and older at the time of the travel opportunity.
    • The form must be completed and submitted by the girl or her parent/guardian.
    • The applicant must be selected for a GSUSA Destination for the current or next membership year.

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION

    • Applications are kept confidential.
    • Scholarships are not granted to an entire troop.
    • Scholarships are not available for troop, service unit or council travel programs.
    • Scholarships are not granted for the entire travel fee; applicants will be responsible for a portion of the costs.
    • Scholarships will not be provided for funds already spent.
    • Scholarship allocations are subject to availability within the council’s current operating budget.
    • Scholarship awards are at the discretion of GSDH staff.

    To apply, complete the online form below.

  • Girl Information

  • Parent/Guardian Information

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  • Girl Participation Information

  • Household Financial Information


  • Destination Information

  • Scholarship Amount Requested

    Girl Scouts - Dakota Horizons encourages girls to become self-sufficient through participation in the Product Sales Programs. Additionally, she and her caregivers can seek support from the troop and the local Girl Scout body known as the service unit. Inquire with your troop leader or the event/camp host to get the conversation started.

  • Projected Contributions

    Enter amounts each party will contribute in boxes 2-5.

  • Add boxes 2 and 3 and enter total into box 4.

  • Subtract #4 from #1. Enter result in Total Scholarship Requested.

  • After clicking submit, you will receive a confirmation email including a copy of your form.

    A review committee will review all scholarship requests after the first round deadline of November 15th and send notice to all applicants. If you have questions regarding your application, please email ge@gsdakotahorizons.org.

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