Girl Scouts seeks award nominations for local volunteers

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois is deeply thankful for its nearly 2,500 volunteers who act as troop leaders, Girl Scout Cookie Chairs, and in a variety of other time-consuming and effort-demanding positions that enable local girls to fully participate in the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. These exceptional people generously donate their time and talent free of charge to prepare the country's next generation of female leaders.

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois is currently seeking award nominations for worthy Girl Scout volunteers from the community. If you've had a positive experience with a Girl Scout troop leader or any Girl Scout volunteer, visit www.girlscoutsni.org/volunteer-resources to nominate them for an award.

Awards include Volunteer of Excellence, Appreciation Pin, Honor Pin, Thanks Badge, Thanks Badge II, President's Award, and Hall of Fame Award.

New this year, all nominations - with the exception of Hall of Fame - can be submitted via an easy, online form.

Join Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois in recognizing these women and men who are inspiring the young girls of today to become the strong foundation of tomorrow!

The deadline for nominations is Friday, Feb. 12.

The Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois believes every girl can change the world. The girls develop leadership skills in 16 counties including parts or all of Boone, Carroll, Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Jo Daviess, Kane, Kendall, Lake, LaSalle, Lee, McHenry, Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside, and Winnebago. They help girls build courage, confidence, and character, so they can make the world a better place by inspiring them to discover their inner strength, talents, and passions. With programs from Stomp Rockets to Camp Explorers, there's a chance for every girl to do something amazing! We're Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois. To volunteer, reconnect, donate or join, visit www.girlscoutsni.org or call (800) 242-5591.