Registration opens June 15.
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Volunteer Leadership Rally & Awards Ceremony 2026
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.
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!
Registration opens Monday, June 15, 2026. Early bird pricing is $25!
Early Registration (June 15 – July 6) |
On-Time (July 7- August 10) |
Late (August 11 – day of event |
| $25 | $35 | $45 |
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
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.
