2026 Changemaker Awards

Girl Scouts of Western Ohio believes that every girl has the power to change the world! Positive change can take many forms. A Changemaker can be an emerging leader who has created a sustainable answer to a community need. A Changemaker can be an individual who, through corporate work or community involvement, positively impacts the lives of many. A Changemaker can be an organization that provides opportunities for people to achieve beyond what they thought possible.

Do you know an emerging leader, a trailblazer in the community, or an organization driving meaningful change?

Nominate them as a Changemaker to be honored at Girl Scouts of Western Ohio’s Celebration of Changemakers on Friday, September 25, 2026, at the Marriott North in West Chester.

Tell us how the nominee exemplifies Girl Scout values and is making the world a better place. Please note the 200-word limit for each section.

Deadline: All nominations must be submitted by Friday, May 29, 2026 at midnight.
Questions? Contact Director of Development Carol Serrone at carolserrone@gswo.org.

Girl Scout Mission:

To build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.

Girl Scout Promise:

On my honor, I will try:
To serve *God and my country,
To help people at all times,
And to live by the Girl Scout Law.

*Members may substitute for the word God in accordance with their own spiritual beliefs.

Girl Scout Law:

I will do my best to be
honest and fair,
friendly and helpful,
considerate and caring,
courageous and strong,
and responsible for what I say and do,
and to respect myself and others,
respect authority,
use resources wisely,
make the world a better place,
and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

Name of Nominator

First NameLast Name

Nominator Email

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Nominator Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Who are you nominating for a Changemaker Award?

Criteria: Nominee embodies courage, confidence, and character while making the world a better place and exemplifies the Girl Scout Mission, Girl Scout Promise, and Girl Scout Law.

The nominee is a young adult age 25 to 35. Past or current affiliation with Girl Scouts preferred, but not necessary.

Tell us about your affiliation with this nominee and what compels you to nominate this person as an Emerging Leader.
Tell us about your nominee as a Changemaker. What issue has the nominee identified that needs to be changed and what steps have been taken to drive change?
Tell us about this nominee’s achievements and how their efforts exemplify the Girl Scout Mission, Girl Scout Promise, and Girl Scout Law.
Who benefits from the nominee’s work in making the world a better place?
What is the nominee’s current or past affiliation or activity with Girl Scouts?

Nominee's Name

First NameLast Name

Nominee's Email

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Nominee's Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Tell us about your affiliation with this nominee and what compels you to nominate this person as an Emerging Leader.

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Tell us about your nominee as a Changemaker. What issue has the nominee identified that needs to be changed and what steps have been taken to drive change?

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Tell us about this nominee’s achievements and how their efforts exemplify the Girl Scout Mission, Girl Scout Promise, and Girl Scout Law.

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Who benefits from the nominee’s work in making the world a better place?

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What is the nominee's current or past affiliation with Girl Scouts?

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Is there anything else that you would like to share about this nominee?

Criteria: Nominee embodies courage, confidence, and character while making the world a better place and exemplifies the Girl Scout Mission, Girl Scout Promise, and Girl Scout Law.

The nominee is an individual over the age of 35. Past or current affiliation with Girl Scouts preferred, but not necessary.

Tell us about your affiliation with this nominee and what compels you to nominate this person as a Legacy Changemaker.
Tell us about your nominee as a Changemaker. What issue has your nominee identified that needs to be changed and what steps have been taken to drive change?
Tell us about this nominee’s achievements and how their efforts exemplify the Girl Scout Mission, Girl Scout Promise, and Girl Scout Law.
Who benefits from the nominee’s work in making the world a better place?
What is the nominee’s current or past affiliation or activity with Girl Scouts?

Nominee's Name

First NameLast Name

Nominee's Email

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Nominee's Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Tell us about your affiliation with this nominee and what compels you to nominate this person as a Legacy Changemaker.

Tell us about your nominee as a Changemaker. What issue has your nominee identified that needs to be changed and what steps have been taken to drive change?

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View the Girl Scout Mission, Promise, and Law.

Tell us about this nominee’s achievements and how their efforts exemplify the Girl Scout Mission, Girl Scout Promise, and Girl Scout Law.

Who benefits from the nominee’s work in making the world a better place?

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What is the nominee's current or past affiliation with Girl Scouts?

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Is there anything else that you would like to share about this nominee?

Criteria: Nominee is a corporation, foundation, nonprofit or other organization that exhibits courage, confidence, and character while making the world a better place. Their work and/or philanthropic efforts exemplify the Girl Scout Mission, Girl Scout Promise, and Girl Scout Law.

Past or current affiliation with Girl Scouts preferred, but not necessary.

Tell us about your affiliation with this organization and why you are compelled to nominate them as a Changemaker.
Tell us about this organization as a Changemaker. What issue(s) has the nominee identified that needed to be addressed and how are they driving change?
Tell us about the organization’s achievements and how their efforts exemplify the Girl Scout Mission, Girl Scout Promise, and Girl Scout Law.
Who benefits from the nominee’s work in making the world a better place?
What is the nominee’s current or past affiliation or activity with Girl Scouts?

Organization Nominee Name

Organization Contact Name

First NameLast Name

Contact Email

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Contact Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Tell us about your affiliation with this organization and why you are compelled to nominate them as a Changemaker.

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Tell us about this organization as a Changemaker. What issue(s) has the nominee identified that needed to be addressed and how are they driving change?

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View the Girl Scout Mission, Promise, and Law.

Tell us about the organization’s achievements and how their efforts exemplify the Girl Scout Mission, Girl Scout Promise, and Girl Scout Law.

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Who benefits from the nominee’s work in making the world a better place?

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What is the organization's current or past affiliation with Girl Scouts?

Is there anything else that you would like to share about this nominee?

2026 Changemaker Awards

Emerging Leader Changemaker Award

Legacy Changemaker Award

Organization Changemaker Award