Can you fundraise for a Gold Award?
Girls may raise money or request donations for their Gold Award project expenses, but need to follow all safety guidelines.
How do gold awards raise money?
The first way to fund your Gold Award Projects is to use troop funds to cover expenses. Girls can vote to use troop funds to cover the cost of award projects.
What are some good Gold Award ideas?
Check out some of these real project ideas from past Gold Award Candidates!
- Conduct workshops about art, anti-bullying, etc.
- Create educational games.
- Create a website.
- Write a blog.
- Make a video about self-love, confidence, or interviews with veterans.
- Create a PSA.
- Create a social media campaign.
Can Girl Scouts raise money for charity?
Girl Scout members cannot participate in games of chance, direct solicitation for cash or product endorsement. (GSUSA) b. Girls cannot raise money for other organizations or causes; they can decide to donate as an act of service, a portion of their earnings to another organization.
How long does it take for a Gold Award proposal to be approved?
80 hours
You cannot send your proposal to the Council before receiving verification and confirmation from your Troop Leader and Project Advisor. GSUSA recommends a minimum of 80 hours to complete the Gold Award.
Can Girl Scouts fundraise?
Girl Scouts, in their role as Girl Scouts, may not raise or solicit money for other organizations or participate in walkathons or telethons, or similar activities, that raise funds for other organizations.
What is the Gold Award for Girl Scouts?
The Girl Scout Gold Award is the most prestigious award that Girl Scout Seniors and Ambassadors can earn. Fulfilling the requirements for the Gold Award starts with completing two Senior or Ambassador Journeys or having earned the Silver Award and completing one Senior or Ambassador Journey.
Can the Gold Award benefit Girl Scouts?
Gold Award Projects cannot solely benefit Girl Scouts.
What do Girl Scouts raise money for?
Helping girls plan, budget, earn, and manage money is an integral part of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Funds to carry-out troop plans are primarily provided by council-sponsored product sales and troop dues.