Every girl deserves the opportunity to change the world and reach her full potential.

However, some girls face barriers to participating in traditional troops, such as limited transportation, financial resources, or the lack of positive role models.

That’s why we’ve created our Staff-Led Girl Scout Troops —to break down these barriers and ensure all girls have access to the empowering Girl Scout experience. Through partnerships with schools, community centers, and other youth-serving organizations, our trained, paid staff lead troops right where the girls are—at school or after-school programs—making Girl Scouts more accessible than ever before.

In our staff-led programs, girls engage in activities such as weekly meetings to explore their passions, develop valuable skills, and make new friends. Through these experiences, they build self-esteem, cultivate positive values, and enhance their problem-solving confidence—laying a strong foundation for success that will last a lifetime

Thanks to the generosity of our corporate and foundation partners, we can offer these programs at no cost to families, removing the financial barrier to participation. Girls in staff-led troops can thrive, regardless of their circumstances, and continue their journey to leadership and empowerment.

5 Ways Staff Led Troops Make a Difference

Develop a Strong Sense of Self

Girls gain confidence in their abailites and are happy with who they are.

Display Positive Values

Girls act ethically, honestly, and responsibly and show concern for others.

Seek Challenges & Learn from Setbacks

Girls try things even if they might fail, and learn from mistakes.

Form & Maintain Healthy Relationships

Girls learn how to share their feelings directly and get along with others.

Identify & Solve Problems in the Community

Girls understand they are part of a larger community where service is necessary to make things better.