Parents, guardians, and girls trust that Girl Scouts is a safe and welcoming space—and at USAGSO, we take that trust to heart. One of the ways we help keep our girls safe is by requiring criminal background checks for certain volunteer roles.
If you’re regularly working with girls, handling money, Girl Scout property, or helping out at overnight events, a background check completed in the last three years is required.
This includes volunteers serving in the following roles:
- OCMT Members
- Troop Leaders
- Troop Cookie Coordinators
- Episodic Volunteers
- Camp Counselors/Volunteers
- Overseas Volunteer Partners
Need a background check for your volunteer role? Submit the USAGSO background check form.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do new volunteers get a background check? 
I’ve been volunteering for years—why do I need to do this again?
How much does a background check cost?
How long does the process take?
I received the U.S. background check but need the international version.
What should I do?
Will this affect my credit?
Can I use a background check from another organization?
Do I need to provide my Social Security Number?
What could disqualify me from volunteering?
What if I have other questions?
