Recognition & Awards
Everyone likes to feel appreciated for her or his volunteer service. Whether in the form of a simple thank-you for a small job well done or a formal commendation for years of faithful service in a key position of an organization, such acknowledgment is a signal to the recipient that she or he is noticed and appreciated—that she or he is recognized.
An attitude of appreciation can be created by:
- Being aware of the extra effort put forth by an individual.
- Taking the time to mention a person's service for a job well done.
- Helping people to attain a higher level of achievement.
- Developing a climate wherein work is sincerely noticed at all levels.
When and how the recipient is recognized will make the expression of gratitude memorable. Recognitions might be made on:
- Special Girl Scout holidays
- At Girl Scout service unit meetings
- At a special recognition event
- Immediately following service rendered
- At a community recognition event
Adult Recognitions
For truly significant service, there is a formal adult recognition program in Girl Scouting. These council and national awards recognize outstanding accomplishments that go well beyond what would be expected for the position held.
Download the Virginia Skyline Adult and Girl Recognitions Summary (#4053) to determine:
- Which awards would be appropriate for your candidate(s).
- Whether letters of endorsement are required, and how many, for each type of award.
- Who approves the award nomination.
- The deadline date for submission of nominations.
- How to complete the appropriate paperwork necessary.
- Please send all nominations to adultrecognitions@gsvsc.org
- GSVSC Recognitions Award Past Recipients List
Membership Numeral Guard 
Years of Adult Service Pin
GSVSC Skyline Star Leader Award
GSVSC Skyline Star Service Unit Award
Hidden Heroine/Hero
Skyline Rising Star
Skyline Hall of Fame
Becky Shaffer Owl Award
GSVSC Special Service Award
GSVSC Service to Volunteers Award
Council Plaque
Living Donor Award
Emergency Preparedness Award
Volunteer of Excellence Award
President's Award
Appreciation Pin
Honor Pin
Thanks Badge
Thanks Badge II
The Juliette Gordon Low World Friendship Medal
Girl Recognitions
For truly significant accomplishments, there is a formal girl award program in Girl Scouting. These council and national awards recognize outstanding accomplishments that go well beyond what would be expected of a girl.
Download the Virginia Skyline Adult and Girl Recognitions Summary (#4053) to determine:
- Which awards would be appropriate for your candidate(s).
- Whether letters of endorsement are required, and how many, for each type of award.
- Who approves the award nomination.
- The deadline date for submission of nominations.
- How to complete the appropriate paperwork necessary.
- Please send all nominations to adultrecognitions@gsvsc.org
GSVSC Skyline Star Troop Award
GSVSC Triumph Award
GSVSC Tracy & Thelma Loyd Conservation Award
Lifesaving Awards for Girls
GSVSC Emergency Preparedness Award
Bronze Cross Award
Medal of Honor Award
Living Donor Award
