Thank you to all who attended the Volunteer Leadership Rally & Awards Ceremony!

Saturday, August 22, 2026 | Saddlebrook Resort, Wesley Chapel

Award Ceremony begins at 10 a.m. | Leadership Rally begins at 11 a.m.

Get ready to travel to another galaxy, where Girl Scout service unit team members and troop leaders rule the universe! Join us for this year’s Volunteer Awards and Leadership Rally at Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel, Florida, on Saturday, August 22, 2026.

Check out this year's workshop guide!

About Volunteer Leadership Rally

Volunteer Leadership Rally is an event dedicated to service unit team members and troop leaders as we celebrate the start of a new Girl Scout year. This exciting day offers opportunities to network with fellow Girl Scout volunteers, attend workshops designed to enhance your volunteer experience, and honor our council’s national award recipients. View last year’s event album.

Event Day Highlights

Honor our council’s national award recipients
Network with fellow Girl Scout adult volunteers
Attend workshops to enhance your volunteer role and experience
Share and discuss volunteer best practices
Celebrate the start of a new Girl Scout year

Start the day by honoring volunteers during our annual Volunteer Awards ceremony, spotlighting individuals recognized by their peers for outstanding service to GSWCF. Then, immerse yourself in two engaging workshops packed with valuable information to support and strengthen your volunteer role—whether you are a troop leader or service unit team member.

Returning this year: open seating for all workshops (no pre-registration required) and no separate class tracks!

Visit our Hall of Experience for a more interactive and in-depth opportunity to explore topics that spark your interest. The event will close with a celebration honoring service units that achieved their MY26 goals and earned the CEO Award of Excellence.

This year’s event is sure to be out of this world!

What: Volunteer Awards and Volunteer Leadership Rally

When: Saturday, August 22, 2026

Where: 5700 Saddlebrook Way, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

Time: 10 a.m. (awards ceremony-optional); 11 a.m. Volunteer Leadership Rally

Stay overnight! GSWCF has a block of rooms for a hotel stay overnight on Friday, August 21 and Saturday, August 22 at Saddlebrook. The rate this year is $169/night plus a resort fee of $28 for a deluxe guest room and includes several amenities like:

Super Pool & Hot Tub Access
Pool Lounge Chairs and Towels
24 Hour On-Property Resort Shuttle Service
1-Hour Pickle Ball Court Access: Please book through Pro Shop 24 hours in advance
Fitness Center Access

To make a reservation, please contact Saddlebrook directly at 813-973-1111. Let them know you are with GSWCF. The deadline to request a reservation with the discounted rate was July 28.

About Volunteer Awards Ceremony

The 2026 Volunteer Awards Ceremony will proceed the Volunteer Leadership Rally on Saturday, August 22. The ceremony recognizes volunteers across our eight counties who have significantly impacted the mission during the 2026 membership year.

GSWCF places a high value on recognizing members who make a difference in the lives of girls and adults. Volunteers join Girl Scouting to be of service to girls. They offer their time, talents and skills to girls and adults across the council. The earned recognitions below provide a means with which to acknowledge individuals for their service and impact.

Be sure to check out our past award honorees.