Volunteer

What does a volunteer do?

There are many ways to share your time and talents with Girl Scouts. Most volunteers are associated with one troop as a leader, treasurer, cookie sale mentor, or chaperone. Troop volunteers engage regularly with their Girl Scouts and guide them through activities, like earning badges, exploring the outdoors, or running their own business through the Girl Scout Cookie Program. You can read more about each of these troop volunteer roles here. 

Not sure a troop commitment is right for you? Let us know what your skills and interests are, and we'll find the right opportunity for you to support Reading Girl Scouts (for example: hosting a one-time workshop or planning our signature events).

Who can volunteer? 

Adults of any gender who register as Girl Scouts and pass a CORI/SORI check. 

There’s no one “type” of volunteer, and you don’t need any special leadership training to get involved.  Most volunteers are parents and caregivers, but we welcome anyone who wants to provide a safe space for kids to discover themselves, try new things, build each other up, and make unforgettable memories. Maybe you miss your own days as a Girl Scout or you've been looking for an opportunity to give back -- we need you!

How do I get started?

1. Register as an adult member: myGS

2. Fill out a CORI form

   • have it signed by a notary public or GSEMA Authorized Signer

   • mail or deliver to the GSEMA office in Waltham, MA

CORI processing can take 3-4 weeks. You are not approved as a volunteer until you have received email confirmation from the Girl Scout office.