Military Support

USAGSO's Transition for Military Families Initiative provides resources for families permanently changing station to and from overseas. We are here to guide you through the process of changing councils as an existing Girl Scout or helping you jump start your first membership year. USAGSO want our families to have a positive Girl Scout experience- all around the world!

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First, welcome to Girl Scouts Overseas! If you are PCSing soon and have questions please reach out to our Customer Care team at overseascustomercare@girlscouts.org. We are ready to assist you with the process of joining a Girl Scout troop overseas.

If you are transferring from a stateside council to overseas, please complete this form.
If you are moving back to the United States, and want your membership records transferred to your new council, please complete this form.
If you are moving to a country other than the United States and would like to continue to participate with Girl Scouts, please contact our team for assistance.

If you are moving stateside let us connect you with your new Girl Scout Council! You are a part of the Girl Scout family wherever you live, take a look!

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We love our volunteers and understand you are always on the go! If you would like to collaborate with our great team of volunteers in your community please let us know. If you are interested and would like to know more please check out the different ways you can volunteer, see what girls do in Girl Scouting and find out how to sign up the girl in your life!

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USAGSO has made a commitment to Military veterans and retirees to provide opportunities for volunteer work through partnerships with our overseas communities.

If you are a veteran and would like information about volunteering with USAGSO please contact us or fill out this form!

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Recently, longtime USAGSO volunteer Hadley Barth, and her child, USAGSO alum Marika, enjoyed the evening of a lifetime at the annual White House Fourth of July celebration!

As a special education teacher who is autistic, Marika was one of the essential workers invited to attend this awesome event after a liaison to Disabled Americans in the White House Office of Public Engagement saw an article from the American Association of People with Disabilities, profiling Marika and their work throughout the pandemic.

Our Military Communities

Bahrain

Bahrain Community 019

Belgium

Brussels Community 520

SHAPE Community 521

Cuba

Guantanamo Bay Community 085

Germany

Ansbach-Illesheim Community 530

Baumholder Community 550

Garmisch Community 540

Grafenwoehr Community 532

Hohenfels Community 539

Kaiserslautern Community 555

Landstuhl Community 556

Ramstein Community 558

Spangdahlem Community 560

Stuttgart Community 535

Wiesbaden Community 561

Guam

Andersen Community 151

Guam Naval Station Community 155

Italy

Aviano Community 580

Camp Darby Community 581

Naples Community 582

Sigonella Naval Air Station Community 584

Vicenza Community 585

Japan

Atsugi Community 835

Camp Courtney Community 830

Camp Foster Community 833

Camp Zama Community 806

Iwakuni Community 834

Kadena Community 832

Kinser Community 831

Misawa Community 802

Sasebo Community 803

Yokosuka Community 804

Yokota Community 805

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Tri-Borders Community 600

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Daegu Community 821

Humphreys Community 807

Osan Community 822

Spain

Rota Community 615

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Alconbury Community 625

Anglia Community 627

Menwith Hill Community 626

Midlands Community 629

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there troops and service units overseas? toggle arrow

USAGSO has troops and communities which are the equivalent of the stateside service unit.

Can I still volunteer as a troop leader? toggle arrow

Yes! We welcome you to lead a troop and will connect you with all of the necessary resources to make this transition from your stateside council to USAGSO a smooth one! If you are unsure about leading a troop, check out all of the ways you can volunteer!

Will I need to complete new training? toggle arrow

There are trainings specific to USAGSO that will need to be completed. You can take a look at all of the relevant trainings and resources we offer at USAGSO.

How different is USAGSO from my former council? toggle arrow

There are more similiarities than differences! Girl Scouts is a brand that has been around for over 100 years and those traditions and unique Girl Scout terminology remains consistent whether you are overseas or stateside. Check out Girl Scout Lingo, Girl Scout Traditions and learn about USAGSO!

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Yes! All of our military communities participate in the cookie program!

What is an OCMT? toggle arrow

An OCMT is an Overseas Committee Management Team. OCMT's manage the Girl Scout program in a designated geographical region, such as a city or military installation.

Where can I purchase USAGSO merchandise, uniforms and insignia? toggle arrow

You can purchase all merchandise from the USAGSO store! Visit overseasgirlscoutworld.org for all of your Girl Scout needs!

My GS is working on her Highest Awards, can she transfer her project to USAGSO? toggle arrow

USAGSO knows the Girl Scouts Highest Awards represent the highest honors a Girl Scout can earn. If you have already started your project and would like to transfer to USAGSO please reach out to customer care at overseascustomercare@girlscouts.org

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Each USAGSO member who seeks to act as a volunteer in the following categories: troop leader, OCMT member, cookie manager, Overseas Volunteer Partner, or episodic volunteer at any overnight event is required to successfully complete a local criminal background check (through the associated military installation or local government/agency) coordinated by the local Overseas Committee.

Criminal background checks are valid for 3 years and volunteers must complete a new criminal background check every 3 years to continue serving in their volunteer position. OCMT’s must ensure that all volunteers serving in these roles have successfully completed a criminal background check within the last 3 years. If you currently have an active background check and are transferring to USAGSO from a stateside Girl Scout council, please contact overseascustomercare@girlscouts.org.

More information about USAGSO’s Criminal Background Check Policy and Procedures can be found in Volunteer Essentials and on our website.