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Start a Troop
Do you love inspiring girls to grow, learn, and shine?
How to start a Girl Scout troop in your area
Troops are formed by volunteers who are passionate about building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Just imagine the impact you and other future volunteers could have on many girls in your community! One of the most impactful decisions you could make would be to form a troop for your Girl Scout and her peers.
Check out how easy it is to become a leader!
Forming a troop with other caregivers and community members ensures that girls have a safe space to make friends, have new experiences, and learn new things, all while being surrounded by other volunteers who care for them. All troops need at least two volunteer leaders to get started.
Volunteers starting troops can pick when, where, and how often troops meet. In addition to online and in-person training opportunities, there is a community of staff and volunteer support to ensure volunteers have everything they need to facilitate a wonderful Girl Scout experience. If you’re ready to change the lives of girls, we have everything you need to get started - and we are here every step of the way!
Preview Your Year
Our easy-to-follow Troop Year Plans are available for troops of all ages! Check out the fun that awaits you and your troop.
SEE PLANSLearn how to start a troop!
When you start a Girl Scout Troop, not only will it improve your life, but you'll also contribute to the well-being of others while making a positive difference in the lives of girls in your community. We will guide you through the best practices for girl development and provide resources to have the best troop ever!
Do you have questions about volunteering?
As a Girl Scout troop leader, you’ll guide girls to build confidence, explore the outdoors, make new friends, and discover their strengths, all while having fun every step of the way.
A Girl Scout troop is more than just meetings, it’s a safe, supportive space where girls dream big and take action to make their world better.
And you won’t do it alone: with training, ready-to-go meeting plans, and an entire Girl Scout team by your side, you’ll feel confident and prepared to lead.
Be the role model they’ll remember forever, become a Girl Scout troop leader today!
Would you like to talk to someone who can explain how to start or become a troop leader? Book a time with a Placement Specialist, and we will call you around your schedule! We would love to answer any questions you may have about Girl Scouts or the Girl Scout program.
Are you not sure which region you are in? No worries—book a time with one of our Placement Specialists, and we'll be able to help!
Katie Galloway
734-545-8036
[email protected]
Ann Arbor Region includes:
Livingston County, Washtenaw County, Northville, Plymouth and Canton
Lily Warner
517-297-7544
[email protected]
Jackson Region includes:
Jackson County, Hillsdale County, and Lenawee County
Kalamazoo Region includes:
Kalamazoo County, Allegan County, Calhoun County, Van Buren County, St. Joseph County, Branch County , and Barry Countyn.
Debbie Srock
517-274-4667
[email protected]
Lansing Region includes:
Clinton County, Eaton County, Ingham County, Shiawassee County and part of Livingston County
Suma Moolaveesala
989-399-7250
[email protected]
Saginaw Region includes:
Ogemaw County, Roscommon County, Gladwin County, Clare County, Isabella County, Saginaw County, Gratiot County, Bay County, Arenac County, Iosco County, Midland County, Huron County, Tuscola County
Complimentary Girl Scout Experience Boxes are here to support you every step of the way!
We’re excited to announce that, starting in August 2024, new Girl Scout Daisy (K–1) troop leaders will receive a monthly supply box filled with step-by-step instructions, ready-to-go supplies, and thoughtful script suggestions. Be on the lookout for your first box out of eight in August to get started with your Kindergartners or 1st graders!
This complimentary resource will follow the Daisy First Year Troop Plan and be delivered directly to troop leaders. Learn more and get started on your Year of Fun today!
Volunteer Essentials & Trainings!
The resources in our Volunteer Essentials will help you throughout your troop journey. Whether you’re looking for guidance on managing troop finances or need help planning your first year of meetings, you’ll find everything you need.
Look at the incredible training opportunities we have for you for the upcoming Girl Scout year. Go to our events calendar for First Aid/CPR/AED training, Outdoor Skills, Youth Mental Health First Aid training, Cadette and Senior/Ambassador Grade Level essentials, and more!
