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At Girl Scouts, your girl will discover what sparks her curiosity — whether that's butterfly walks, stargazing, launching a rocket, or diving into robotics. With experiences tailored to her grade level, she’ll make new friends and become part of a community that supports your whole family. There's a place for every girl here.

The next Girl Scout membership year runs from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027. Annual membership dues are $80 for girl members and $30 for adult members. Additional local fees and discounts may apply. Financial aid may be available. Girl Scout memberships must be renewed annually.

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Download our free activity sheet, The Fun of Girl Scouts, to see what being a Girl Scout is all about—friendships, fun, and the confidence to take on whatever comes next.

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If you’re interested in learning more, you can share your information to get connected and explore all the possibilities or reach out to our customer care team.

With Girl Scouts, she can…

Make a Difference

Turn her passions into purpose, in her community and beyond.

Find Adventure

Take on new challenges that expand her world.

Make Friends

Find friends who support her and cheer her on.

Explore the Outdoors

Build confidence as she camps, hikes, and explores nature.

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What is Girl Scouts?
Girl Scouts is more than an activity—it’s a national youth organization dedicated to building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.

Why do girls love being Girl Scouts?
Girl Scouts helps girls develop confidence by trying new things and overcoming challenges. In addition to learning about STEM, outdoor skills, entrepreneurship, and more, Girl Scouts also discover ways to strengthen their families and communities, making them kinder and better for everyone. Girls can truly be themselves at Girl Scouts and find a sense of belonging.

How does it work?
Groups of Girl Scouts, called troops, typically meet weekly or every other week for an hour or two. Guided by adult volunteers, troop members choose hands-on activities and projects that excite them, try new things, and cheer each other on. Together, they earn badges to celebrate their successes and show the world what they’re made of. Girl Scouts can also participate in shorter program series, local events and camp, and on their own as an Individually Registered Member (IRM), also known as a Juliette. Individually Registered Members can earn badges and more based on their own schedule and interests.

Joining as a Juliette is great for Girl Scouts without a troop available nearby or who want to enjoy Girl Scout programming with their family. They can get started right away by earning badges independently or attending events to meet other Girl Scouts in their area.

What’s the goal?
When girls are able to truly be themselves, they shine brightly, form authentic friendships, and can use their unique powers to make the world a better place.

Who can join?
Girls in grades K–12 can join Girl Scouts. Adults who are 18 or older can join as members or volunteers after passing a background screening.

How can I get started?
When you're ready, you can join Girl Scouts at any time. The Girl Scout membership year runs from October 1 to September 30. Annual membership dues are $65 for girl members and $30 for adult members—plus any applicable council fees. A Girl Scout membership year runs from October 1 through September 30 of the following year, but you can join or renew early in April each year. Get started today.

Is Financial Assistance available?
Yes! Financial assistance is available to girls and adult members.

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Join an existing troop in your community or virtually. Search for an existing troop here. Don’t see one in your area? Try extending the search radius to see more options.
Volunteer to start a new troop in your community or virtually. Form a new troop with a friend! Each troop must have at least 2 unrelated adult co-leaders. If you need help finding a co-leader let us know. To become a troop leader, you must register as a member and a background check is required. Two online trainings are provided to help get you started. We are here to support you with all the tools and resources you need to succeed! Find the steps to become a troop leader here.
Join as an Individually Registered Girl Scout. Design your own Girl Scout experience as an individually registered member, called a Juliette! This option gives girls and families flexibility to participate in a way that works best for them. To register as a Juliette, choose the troop option, scroll to the bottom, and select "Join without a troop."

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Click or tap the "Become a Girl Scout" button and choose how you would like to participate:
- Find troops: Join fellow Girl Scouts for regular meet-ups and adventures! You can search by zip code to find the perfect fit.
- Find events: Expand your world, in-person or virtually, with fun, inspiring events for the whole family!
- Create a troop: Create your own troop where girls can pursue their passions—and where you’ll cheer them on every step of the way.
- Volunteer: Find volunteer opportunities to inspire girls to aim for the stars.
Options that are available within 10 miles of your zip code for your girl's grade will be displayed. To find the best option for you and your family, you may need to expand the zip code radius, or enter your girl's school zip code instead.
Be sure to look for the "FORMING TROOP!" in the top right corner. Troops with this listed are still forming and will need caregivers to step up as troop volunteers.
You will also have the option to register your girl as an Individually Registered Girl. Some girls prefer to work on their own with an adult family member so they can choose activities they love that fit into their schedules. If you are not interested in a troop option, you can scroll to the bottom and select "Join without a troop" and follow the prompts to create an account.
To renew, click "MyGS/VTK" on our website. You will see a pop up to log in. If you haven’t logged into your account since November, we have upgraded our customer accounts so you will need to click on "Forgot Password" to set up a new login. Once you have logged into your account, please renew (to all your roles, if more than one) and follow the prompts to complete your payment.
New adult members can register here. Please scroll down past the four options and select "Join as an adult member." Follow the prompts to add your details and complete your payment.
Complete the process by purchasing a Girl Scouts of the USA membership for your girl.
If you have any questions, aren't sure what you're looking for, or need help, please contact us at customercare@gsmaine.org or 888-922-4763 and we'll be happy to assist you!

Links between the Girl Scout Program and the Common Core Curriculum Standards toggle arrow

Are you looking to enhance your girls learning or for curriculum to meet your home school requirements? Girl Scout national proficiency badges and journeys have been correlated by grade level to national Common Core Standards. Learn more

In August 2021 we added new badges! Common Core Standards for these badges can be viewed here: Cookie Business | Digital Leadership | Math in Nature

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