Patch Programs | Girl Scouts

Community Service Patches 2026-2027

Take on our Year of Volunteering Challenge as a troop or on your own! NOTE: You have all year to complete the requirements for this patch, they do not need to be met before this registration closes. We give you 3-5 options for service projects but you can also come up with your own ideas based on the theme.

  • Registration for the Fall Community Service Patch closes the 2nd Sunday of December.
  • Registration for the Winter Community Service Patch closes the 2nd Sunday of March.
  • Registration for the Spring Community Service Patch closes the 2nd Sunday of June.
  • Registration for the Summer Community Service Patch closes the 2nd Sunday of September 2027.

Each patch is custom designed and will be available or mailed out roughly 8-10 weeks after each registration deadline. The cost of these patches is $3 each. 

Community Service patch order registration closes the last day of every other month. Each patch is customer designed and will be available or mailed out roughly 8-10 weeks after each registration deadline. The cost of these patches is $3 each.

Community Service Patch Program

September 2026 - Back to School
It's time to get back in the classrooms! Students and teachers are both excited to start the new year. Let's lift up our awesome educators with love and support!

October 2026 - Breast Cancer Awareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. By raising awareness, girls can make a difference in the lives of women and families coping with the impact of breast cancer.

November  2026 - Thankful for Community
In November, lots of us start thinking of all we're thankful for. Together as a Girl Scout Council, let's say a BIG THANKS to our local communities.

December 2026 - Winter Warmth
Winter is a harsh time for many folks. This winter, give back to others by sharing warm things.

 January 2027 - MLK Day
Join Americans across the country by coming together on the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday to serve your neighbors and communities

February 2027 - Wold Thinking Day
This year, learn about a challenge that's impacting people all over the globe and spread awareness. 

March 2027 - March Gladness
Spread some cheer as we enter Spring! While we can't "fix" this for anyone, we can sit alongside them in their "winter blues" and show them some love

April 2027 - Volunteer Appreciation
Each year we pause and say thank you to all of the amazing Troop Leaders, Cookie Coordinators, Service Unit Leaders, Parent Volunteers, Community Partners, and other various grown ups who make our Girl Scout adventures possible.

May 2027 - No Mow May
No Mow May was started as a simple way to help out the local ecosystem without having to permanently change our yards. Less mowing allows time for flowers to bloom in your lawn!

June, July, August 2027 - Summer of Sweetness
How can you show kindness to others over the summer? Your summer community service may be sweet as in friendly or sweet in as sugary, up to you!