Volunteer Recognition

Every day, Girl Scout volunteers make fun, friendship, and awesome new experiences possible for girls across western Ohio. Every volunteer in Girl Scouts of Western Ohio deserves a sincere “thank-you” for how they are changing girls’ lives and our communities.

With love, patience, and a deep dedication to enriching the lives of girls everywhere, these incredible individuals give their time every day to mentor, inspire, and help girls discover the world around them and the spark inside of them. We are beyond grateful. Show your appreciation by saying a simple “thank you,” sending a card, or nominating a volunteer for an award!

Informal Appreciation

Informal rewards are day-to-day ways to say “thank you” to volunteers—they are intangible benefits and heartfelt displays of recognition. These sincere expressions of appreciation are based on specific contributions and are given in a timely manner. Informal recognition is powerful and effective, because volunteers feel valued by a personal touch. Examples of meaningful informal rewards include:

• Recognizing a volunteer at the local North Star Service Unit meeting in May of each year
• A welcome or thank-you card or letter
• Skill-building learning opportunities (For example, how to use social media to network)
• A recommendation for a promotion
• Sending the volunteer’s supervisor or CEO a letter recognizing her/his contributions
• Complimenting a volunteer’s work to a supervisor or co-worker (in the volunteer’s presence)
• Showing interest in a volunteer’s personal life (such as asking about a volunteer’s grandchild or weekend plans)
• A shout-out on Facebook or Twitter

Formal Appreciation

Do you know a volunteer who has done outstanding work? A volunteer who has inspired your daughter, provided a fantastic event for the girls in your service unit or made day camp the best ever. Take some time to consider the following GSUSA National Awards and Girl Scouts of Western Ohio awards and nominate this outstanding volunteer for a Girl Scout award. To learn more about the formal awards and to nominate a volunteer, please visit the GSWO website:

http://www.gswo.org/en/for-volunteers/online-support-for-volunteers/awards-and-recognition.html

Don’t forget to request your Girl Scout Membership Pin and your Volunteer Years of Service Pin-20 (+) years and higher. These are awarded in five year increments.