Helen Wronski Young Alum Leadership Impact Award

Helen Wronski served as GSHH's interim CEO during a critical moment in the council's history. During her years with GSHH, she provided exceptional dedication, tireless commitment, and exemplary leadership. Helen has devoted her life to supporting girls and advancing the Girl Scout movement and mission—building girls of courage, confidence, and character who will make the world a better place.

In her honor, the Helen Wronksi Young Alum Leadership Impact Award will be awarded annually. The award will recognize and encourage a young alum who embodies the Girl Scout Promise and Law and continues to make the world a better place through her demonstrated exceptional leadership and impact in her community through volunteer activity.

The recipient will be awarded $1,000: $500 directly to the recipient in honor of her leadership impact and $500 to support a community project or organization.

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To Apply

Applications open April 1, 2026: click here to apply.

Timeline

2026 Application Window

Online applications will be available beginning April 1, 2026
Application Deadline: June 15, 2026

2026 Announcement

Award Recipient will be announced September 1, 2026

2026 Award Presentation

Award will be presented at the GSHH Annual Volunteer Conference on September 26, 2026

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Qualifications for Eligibility

Between ages of 18 and 29 (as of submission date)
High School Graduate
Participated in Girl Scouting with GSHH for at least three years
Demonstrates exceptional leadership as a volunteer, helping establish, expand, or support a community organization or project that is making the world a better place.
- Involvement with community service project for at least 6 months prior to applying.
Applicant will be asked to provide a budget and information for how the $500 community award will be spent.
Applicant will be asked to provide one letter of support.
Applicant may be asked to participate in an interview.