2009 Annual Report - Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta

2008-09 Volunteer Awards
The dedicated involvement of volunteers makes all of Girl Scouting possible. Every day volunteers introduce girls
to pathways and programs that shape these future leaders. The following volunteers were honored for their
outstanding service to the girls and young women of Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta.
Thanks Badge
The Thanks Badge is the highest honor given to an adult member and is awarded to those who
have provided outstanding, consistent and
long-term service to Girl Scouts of Greater
Atlanta or to the Girl Scout Movement.
Ruth Gaddis
For the past 15 years, Ruth has served as a
troop leader, day camp director, Service Unit
Director and representative for the United
Way. For the past two years, she has
spearheaded the United Way of Northwest
Georgia’s “Make a Difference Day,”
making it possible for more than 300
volunteers to serve.
Mary Trice
Over the last two decades, Mary has served in numerous positions,
including troop leader for 13 years, trainer for 10 years, Service Unit
Director for four years and cookie chair for three. Mary also coordinated her Service
Unit’s Girl Scout Silver and Gold Award ceremonies for a number of years.
From left: Mary Trice and Ruth Gaddis. Not Pictured: Robert Pilgrim
Robert Pilgrim
Robert is a lifetime member of Girl Scouts and began volunteering with his daughter’s Girl Scout troop more than
10 years ago. Since then, he has served as a Girl Scout trainer, troop and day camp helper, and Cobb Leader Weekend
team member. Robert has logged more than 500 hours for the preparation, presentation and evaluation of workshops.
Outstanding Trainer Award
This award is given to Girl Scout volunteers who serve for a
minimum of two years as a trainer for volunteers and progress
to the experienced or master trainer level, demonstrates
long-term support of Girl Scouting.
Kim Jeffords
Mary Scannavino
Vicki R. Thornton
From left: Mary Scannavino
and Vicki R. Thornton. Not
pictured: Kim Jeffords
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