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Religious Recognitions   

Girl Scouting promotes and encourages girls to participate in faith-based programs.  It has been part of the Girl Scout tradition since its inception in 1912 and remains a cornerstone of the Girl Scout program.

Girl Scouts recognizes the religious diversity that exists within our communities. Many times, girls in the same troop represent a wide variety of faiths. Troop Leaders help girls develop respect and appreciation for each others individual beliefs.

What are Religious Awards? 

• Religious Awards are available in over 25 different faiths. 
• Girls can earn the awards independently of their troop,
• Religious Awards programs are created by the various Religious groups to encourage girls to grow stronger in their faith
• GSUSA recognizes these programs and allows the recognition to be worn on the official uniform
• Each religious organization develops and administers it’s own program

Download the To Serve God Religious Awards Brochure.  This brochure has detailed information on who to contact for your particular faith.

How do we get started on these programs?

• Download the To Serve God Religious Awards Brochure
• Contact the Religious organization directly to order the workbook (information for each faith is on the To Serve God Religious Awards Brochure)
  • Each girl needs her own booklet to document progress
  • Some religions offer adult manuals for counselors and mentors
• Parents Should review the Program Guidelines
  • Some programs require that girls be official "members" of the religious institution.
  • Age/Grade requirements vary from program to program
  • Each program sets its own guidelines as to who may serve as a counselor.  Some programs require clergy to serve as counselor, other programs allow parents or other family members to serve as counselor
• Girls must complete the requirements, obtain the proper signatures and follow the instructions to order the recognition or pin.
  • These recognitions or pins are not available in your Girl Scout Store
  • The award should be presenter in a meaningful ceremony
  • The award can be presented at anytime of the year (don't forget that Girl Scout Sunday/Sabbath is in March)

For more information on the religious awards for any faith check out P.R.A.Y. (Programs of Religious Activities with Youth)  www.praypub.org

Santa Clara County Catholic Awards

Santa Clara County Catholic scouts have the opportunity to participate in the Diocese of San Jose Annual Awards program. If your scouts are interested in participating the ceremony please print out the Counselor Information Packet.

Completion forms are due by FEBRUARY 15 in order to participate in the April ceremony.  For more information please contact: Moira Delumpa moira@delumpafamily.com