Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England partners with over 2,000 trained, dedicated, and wonderful adult volunteers who share their time and talent to make Girl Scouts the success it is. Everyone at GSSNE deeply appreciates the work volunteers, families, and community partners do to support Girl Scouts and we thank them for their selfless acts of service. GSSNE offers a variety of ways to recognize and honor those who have made a positive impact in Girl Scouts. See below for ways to celebrate those you know who have made a Girl Scout difference. Your endorsement helps reinforce the sense of belonging and value we all feel for them.
Annual Adult Recognitions
Recognizing adult volunteers is an important annual Girl Scout tradition that allows council staff and volunteers to nominate those in the GSSNE community who make extraordinary contributions to Girl Scouts. This year’s nomination period is open until March 16, 2026. Nomination packages will be reviewed by the Adult Recognition Committee and awards will be presented in May 2026.
Awards and their criteria are listed below, or check out all awards in our Adult Recognitions At-A-Glance document.
Submit your nomination or endorsement today:
Girl Scout Shout-Out
Surprise a fellow Girl Scout volunteer with our online "Girl Scout Shout-Out" program (formerly "Encore! GSSNE's Peer Appreciation Program")! Send a High Five, Fist Bump, or Pat on the Back to cheer on your peers and recognize a job well done. Submit your form to show your appreciation!
Adult Recognitions
Past Adult Recognition Recipients 
GSSNE Special Supporter Award
GSSNE Rising Star
GSSNE Guiding Star Award
GSUSA Appreciation Pin
GSUSA Volunteer of Excellence Award
GSSNE Kit Hammett Award
GSUSA Honor Pin
GSSNE Heritage Award
GSSNE Mira Hoffman Award
GSUSA Thanks Badge
GSUSA Thanks Badge II
GSSNE Hall of Fame Award
GSUSA Milestones of Membership
GSSNE's Ruth Haslegrave Milestones of Membership for 75 years of membership
GSUSA Years of Service Pin
FAQ
When is the deadline for annual adult recognitions?
If my nominations are late, will they still be accepted?
Are the awards earned sequentially? For example, must a volunteer
receive the Appreciation Pin before receiving the Honor Pin?
Can I self-nominate?
How many nominations may I submit?
May I submit a nomination and an endorsement for the same volunteer and
award?
How long does it take to complete a nomination?
Once I start a nomination or endorsement, can I save my spot and
continue later?
How will I know that my nomination or endorsement has been received?
