Volunteer Resource Center

The Resource Center offers equipment and book checkout to support our Girl Scout troops and groups with ceremonies, badge work and outdoor activities.

Reservations are on a first-come/first-served basis. GSSWT will attempt to honor all requests, but availability is based on prompt return by other users.

How do I reserve equipment/books online?

• Step 1: Request a Resource Center User Account.
• Step 2: After receiving email that Resource Center User Account is activated, visit our Resource Center online catalog to place your reservation.
• Step 3: You will receive a confirmation email confirming your equipment reservation with instructions for pickup/return.

When are orders scheduled for pickup and return?

• Follow instructions in your email confirmation for pickup and return dates.

How long can I check out equipment or books?

• Bridges are normally limited to a one week check out period.
• All other equipment/books are normally limited to a 2 week check out period.
• GSSWT Resource Center reserves the right to change the length of the checkout period during times of high demand.

What happens if I do not pick up the order on the scheduled pickup day?

• Equipment or books are returned to inventory and become available for new reservations.

What happens if I am late returning equipment or books?

• The requestor may be subject to late fees of $1 per item per day with a maximum late fee of $5 per day.

Are there any fees?

• Cleaning Fee: Requestor is responsible for returning equipment clean & dry. A $25 cleaning fee per item may be charged for equipment returned dirty or wet.
• Damage Fee: The user will be charged a damage or replacement fee for any item returned with damaged or missing parts.
• Late Fee: Requestor is responsible for cleaning borrowed equipment, replacement of lost or damaged items and subject to late fees of $1 per item per day with a maximum late fee of $5 per day.

Questions or concerns? Contact customercare@girlscouts-swtx.org.