Frequently Asked Questions
How old does a girl have to be to enroll in Girl Scouts?
A girl must be five years of age or older to be a member of Girl Scouts. Click here to learn more about Girl Scout grade levels.
How do I get my girl into Girl Scouts?
Girl Scouts welcomes all girls. We are excited you know a girl who wants to become a Girl Scout. Click here to get started.
What does it cost to enroll my girl in Girl Scouts?
Membership in Girl Scouts costs $12 per year. Dues do not include troop fees, which are determined by the troop. Membership assistance is available.
How do I find a troop in my area?
Girl Scouts of Utah has many troops throughout the state. To find out if there is a troop in your area click here.
Does my daughter have to be in a troop or can she participate as an individual Girl Scout?
The Girl Scout program is flexible to work around girls' busy schedules. Click here to learn more about membership pathways for girls.
Are Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts the same organization?
Boy Scouts of America is a totally separate organization from Girl Scouts of the USA. While some Girl Scout councils share programming activities with local Boy Scouts, the two organizations are governed separately.
Is Girl Scouts of Utah affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints?
No. The Girl Scout organization does not endorse or promote any particular philosophy or religious belief. Our Movement is secular and is founded on American democratic principles, one of which is freedom of religion.
What is Girl Scout Week?
Girl Scouts across the country celebrate the week that includes March 12 as Girl Scout Week because March 12 is the anniversary of the founding of Girl Scouting in the United States. The week begins the Sunday prior to March 12 and concludes the following Saturday. During Girl Scout Week it is customary for Girl Scout troops/groups to do a service project and to learn more about the history of Girl Scouting, the life of founder Juliette Gordon Low, and the government in their own communities.
Can only women be staff and volunteers?
Girl Scouts value diversity and inclusiveness and, therefore, do not discriminate on any basis. Every volunteer and staff position in Girl Scouting is open to qualified women, as well as men. Because we believe that female role models are especially important to young girls during their developing years, men working directly with girls must serve as co-facilitators with women facilitators of troops/groups.
Is financial assistance available?
No girl will be denied admission to the Girl Scout program because of race, color, ethnicity, creed, national origin, socioeconomic status, or disability. Financial assistance is awarded on a case-by-case basis according to each individual's need. All activity credits must be used prior to being considered for financial aid. Adults are not eligible for event financial assistance. Girls are eligible for financial assistance for one council-sponsored event and one camp experience during the membership year.
Where is Girl Scouts of Utah located? What are the hours of operation?
Girl Scouts of Utah has three offices to serve the needs of our customers. Click here for locations and hours.
Where are the camps located?
Due to safety reasons, we do not provide the exact locations of our camps until a girl has registered and been confirmed into a camp session. Please visit our camp pages to get a general idea of where our camps are located and what our facilities offer.
Who do I talk to about older girls (grades 6–12)?
For more information regarding older girl activities and awards, contact drobertson@gsutah.org.
Where can I learn more about flag ceremonies?
Flag ceremonies are one of the many traditions in Girl Scouting. If your troop is interested in learning how to perform and/or participate in upcoming flag ceremonies, please contact llarsen@gsutah.org. The Girl Scout Shop also has flags and gloves available to check out for flag ceremonies.
Where can I purchase uniforms?
The Girl Scout Shop has uniform components for all Girl Scout grade levels. Please click here for contact information.
Whom do I contact regarding fundraising?
Girl Scouts of Utah relies on the generous support of individuals, foundations, and corporations to keep the costs of Girl Scouting from being prohibitive. It is our goal that all girls have the opportunity to learn the leadership and life skills available through Girl Scouting. To learn more about ways you can donate click here or contact jdelong@gsutah.org.
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