Final chance to nominate your favorite Girl Scout volunteer

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois is seeking nominations for outstanding adult Girl Scout volunteers.

Friday, February 12, is the deadline to submit your recommendations.

New this year, all nominations - with the exception of the Hall of Fame award - can be submitted online at www.girlscoutsni.org/volunteer-resources.

Annual awards include Volunteer of Excellence, Appreciation Pin, Honor Pin, Thanks Badge, Thanks Badge II, President's Award, and Hall of Fame Award. The awards will be presented at the annual meeting held on April 23 at Elgin Community College, 1700 Spartan Drive in Elgin.

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois is deeply thankful for its nearly 2,500 volunteers who give their time and talents in many volunteer capacities including, troop leaders, Girl Scout Cookie Chairs, and more. These men and women empower girls to fully participate in the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Volunteers generously donate their time and talent free of charge to prepare the country's next generation of female leaders. Join them in recognizing these individuals who are inspiring the young girls of today to become the strong foundation of tomorrow!

The Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois serves 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. And with programs from Stomp Rockets to Camp Explorers, there's a chance for every girl to do something. To volunteer, donate, or join, visit www.girlscoutsni.org or call (800) 242-5591.