Girl Scouts of Utah Heritage is inviting the community to nominate deserving volunteers for council awards. These awards recognize individuals who provide time, support, and energy to Girl Scouts, fellow volunteers, and caring adults.
Anyone can submit an award nomination. Once submitted, nominations are reviewed by the Adult Recognition Committee and must be approved by the Board of Directors. Award recipients will be presented at the Recognition of Excellence ceremony.
To submit a nomination, individuals must provide the complete name of the nominee, the specific award name, the name of the nominator, and a brief description explaining why the individual deserves the honor. Some awards may also require letters of endorsement. According to the council, providing specific examples of how a nominee has benefited the Girl Scouts, troop, service unit, or council helps create a stronger nomination.
The council offers several distinct honors, including the Volunteer of Excellence Pin for those contributing outstanding service to the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Other awards include the Appreciation Pin for service to a specific geographic region, service unit, or program audience, and the Honor Pin for those serving two or more geographic areas or service units.
Specialized awards include the Freddie Award Plaque for individuals making significant contributions to other community organizations, and the GSUSA President's Award for service-delivery teams or committees whose work creates a measurable impact on council objectives. The council also provides the Thanks Badge and Thanks Badge II Pin for those whose efforts benefit the entire Girl Scout Movement.
Recognition is also provided for long-term commitment through Years of Service and Years of Membership pins. Currently registered Girl Scout adults can receive recognition at five-year intervals.
Pins for 50 or more years of membership and pins for 25 or more years of service are presented at the Recognition of Excellence awards ceremony. Membership years include all years an individual has been a registered member, whether consistent or consecutive, while years of service represents the number of years an adult has actively provided service.
Nominations for council awards must be submitted by the last Friday in July.
