Service Unit: Wild Horse
Troop 1123 (Multilevel)
Years as a troop leader: 1
What inspired you to become a troop leader?
I became a Girl Scout troop leader to help bring cultural change into my community and to create a space where girls can actively serve and make a difference. In our area, there are limited opportunities for young girls to engage in meaningful leadership and service, and I want to change that.
What kind of service projects have you done with your troop?
So far, our troop has proudly helped Troop 7569 to support our community through gardening. Together, we built fruit and vegetable garden beds at our local community space, Garden Social. The produce we helped cultivate was later donated to our local women’s shelter, providing fresh and healthy food to those in need.
Tell us about a volunteer moment that stands out to you.
A moment that truly stands out to me was when I had the opportunity to reward my troop with a trip to Build-A-Bear. It was such a joy to watch the girls proudly walk through the mall in their Girl Scout uniforms, representing not only themselves but the values of Girl Scouts in a public space. Their excitement grew even more when they discovered that their bears could also represent Girl Scouts. Seeing their pride and happiness reminded me how special it is to create these kinds of experiences— moments that celebrate their hard work while also deepening their connection to Girl Scouting.
What advice would you give other troop leaders?
My advice would be this: as volunteers, it’s natural to want to give more—and that’s perfectly okay. Go above and beyond when you can, because for some girls, the opportunities they have in Girl Scouts may be the only time they experience certain activities, adventures, or life lessons. What you expose them to now could leave a lasting impact, and even if they don’t realize it in the moment, they’ll carry that appreciation with them later in life.
What do you wish someone had told you as a new troop leader?
I wish someone had told me that not only would I create a sisterhood for the girls, but I’d also create a sister bond with other leaders, co-leaders, and volunteers.
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