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Start your fun Girl Scout adventure today. 

At Girl Scouts, your girl will discover what sparks her curiosity — whether that's butterfly walks, stargazing, launching a rocket, or diving into robotics. With experiences tailored to her grade level, she’ll make new friends and become part of a community that supports your whole family. There's a place for every girl here. 

The next Girl Scout membership year runs from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027. Annual membership dues are $75 for girl members and $30 for adult members. Financial aid is available. Girl Scout memberships must be renewed annually.

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What is Girl Scouts?
Girl Scouts is more than an activity—it’s a national youth organization dedicated to building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.

Why do girls love being Girl Scouts?
Girl Scouts helps girls develop confidence by trying new things and overcoming challenges. In addition to learning about STEM, outdoor skills, entrepreneurship, and more, Girl Scouts also discover ways to strengthen their families and communities, making them kinder and better for everyone. Girls can truly be themselves at Girl Scouts and find a sense of belonging.

How does it work?
Groups of Girl Scouts, called troops, typically meet weekly or every other week for an hour or two. Guided by adult volunteers, troop members choose hands-on activities and projects that excite them, try new things, and cheer each other on. Together, they earn badges to celebrate their successes and show the world what they’re made of. Girl Scouts can also participate in shorter program series, local events and camp, and on their own as an Individually Registered Member (IRM), also known as a Juliette. Individually Registered Members can earn badges and more based on their own schedule and interests.

Joining as a Juliette is great for Girl Scouts without a troop available nearby or who want to enjoy Girl Scout programming with their family. They can get started right away by earning badges independently or attending events to meet other Girl Scouts in their area.

What’s the goal?
When girls are able to truly be themselves, they shine brightly, form authentic friendships, and can use their unique powers to make the world a better place. 

Who can join?
Girls in grades K–12 can join Girl Scouts. Adults who are 18 or older can join as members or volunteers after passing a background screening.

How can I get started?
When you're ready, you can join Girl Scouts at any time. The Girl Scout membership year runs from October 1 to September 30. Annual membership dues are $75 for girl members and $30 for adult members—plus any applicable council fees. A Girl Scout membership year runs from October 1 through September 30 of the following year, but you can join or renew early in April each year. Get started today.

Is Financial Assistance available?
Yes! Financial assistance is available to girls and adult members. 

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Check out our Adult/Volunteer Membership Registration instructions and our Registering for Girl Scout Membership instructions to help you get started. 

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Join an Existing Troop

  1. Click “Be a Girl Scout."
  2. Select “Find a Troop” and continue through the search. 
  3. Select a troop by clicking the plus sign next to “Girls.” 
    • If you are unable to locate a specific troop, please continue with the IRM registration instructions to complete registration. Once your registration is complete, please email our customer care team with the troop number you are trying to join as well as the troop leader’s name(s). A council staff member will be in touch to complete your placement.
  4. At the Log In prompt, either create a new account or log in to an existing one.
  5.  Once you are logged in, you will be able to continue filling out your member details and payment information.
    • You will pay $75 in membership dues for youth. If you require financial assistance, please select the financial assistance option during checkout and we will contact you with more information.
  6. Your troop leader will be notified once you have completed registration and contact you to involve you with troop activities!
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  1. Click “Be a Girl Scout."
  2. Select “Find a Troop” and continue through the search. 
  3. Select “apply to participate without a troop” to move forward.
  4.  At the Log In prompt, either create a new account or log in to an existing one. 
  5. Once you are logged in, you will be able to continue filling out your member details and payment information.
    • You will pay $75 in membership dues for youth members. If you require financial assistance, please select the financial assistance option during checkout and we will contact you with more information.
  6. Visit our Independently Registered Member (IRM) webpage to access your resources and get started!
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Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England welcomes youth and volunteer members in any financial situation. We make funds available to cover membership fees, uniforms, and camp.

Girl Scout membership costs $75 per year for youth members and $30 for adult members. Please register as a member—during the registration process, there will be a place to select to receive financial aid. Once we receive your request, we will email you a form that needs to be filled out to complete your membership and financial aid request. 

Want to support our financial assistance program? Consider donating to GSSNE today!

 

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