Girl Scouts is the world’s preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls—all girls—where, in an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world. In partnership with committed adult volunteers, girls develop qualities that will serve them all their lives – qualities such as leadership, strong values, social conscience, and conviction about their own potential and self-worth.

The Girl Scout program is girl-driven, reflecting the ever-changing needs and interests of today’s girls. In Girl Scouts, girls discover the fun, friendship, and power of girls together. Girl Scouting helps girls develop their full potential; relate to others with increasing understanding, skill, and respect; develop values to guide their actions and provide the foundation for sound decision-making; and contribute to the improvement of society through their abilities, leadership skills, and cooperation with others.

Founded in 1912 by Juliette Gordon Low, Girl Scouts' membership has grown from 18 members in Savannah, Georgia, to 3.4 million members throughout the United States, including U.S. territories, and in more than 90 countries through USA Girl Scouts Overseas.

Girl Scout Age Levels

The Girl Scout program is progressive, designed to meet the changing needs of girls as they grow toward young adulthood. In Girl Scouting girls are grouped together in age levels that best serve their developmental needs at various stages of their lives.

Girl Scout Daisy - Grades K - 1
Girl Scout Brownie - Grades 2 - 3
Girl Scout Junior - Grades 4 - 5
Girl Scout Cadette - Grades 6 - 8
Girl Scout Senior - Grades 9 - 10
Girl Scout Ambassador - Grades 11 - 12