(Year 1 – Financial Literacy Badge)
Yes – 2011 Is the current GSUSA badge
Released in 2022 but is considered part of the 2011 Girl’s Guide. Replaced Financing My Future (now retired) as the new Year 1 Financial Literacy badge. The Senior page has information on when all badges were released.
What is this badge about?
Compare prices, research a large purchase, and make a budget to afford a large purchase.
Choose your own activities!
Activity List(Not Available Yet)
Our Summary* of requirements:
- Pick a major purchase item and research it in one way (check out different price points based on features, compare three different models on 10 points, OR talk to a salesperson about an item and fill out a chart).
- Learn about personal experiences about the item you have chosen (interview three people that own your item, review three professional reviews of the item, OR read at least 20 customer reviews).
- Research plans to afford the major purchase item (speak to a salesperson about financing plans, research down payment options, OR calculate the cost over 3, 6, and 12 months for three different items with base price, interest, and total cost).
- Research any alternative options for the major purchase item (used vs. new, sales vs. regular price, OR compare 5 different companies that sell the same item).
- Create a mock budget to afford the major purchase item for a projected length of time before you purchase it (short-term buy in three months, medium-term buy in one year, OR long-term buy in several years).
* – This summary is based off the GSUSA booklet activity choices.
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What is a good Troop Meeting Plan besides the VTK?
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Meeting Plans
Other Resources
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See the Activity List – choose your own activities! - Booklet Info from Scouts Honor Wiki
- View Booklet Online
What is a good way to earn the badge at home?
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At Home Plans
- None Currently Available
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GSUSA Information and Details
Five steps are needed to complete this badge:
- Learn the ins and outs of income
- Make a list of budgeting tips
- Find out how to plan for a big expense
- Compare ways to borrow money
- Create a budget for a big expense
Click to Expand → GSUSA Official Resources
- Buy the GSUSA Leader Guide Booklet (View Online)
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- GSUSA Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) free plan for 2 Meetings – No links available. This is only accessible through MyGS log-in on Council’s website for troop leaders
- Senior Savvy Saver Glossary by GSUSA
- VTK Budget Worksheet by GSUSA
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Is there a matching badge for Multi-Level Troops?
Learn about the Financial Literacy Themed Multi-level GSUSA 2011 badges.
Where does this go on the Uniform?
This is a Skill Based Badge – Click Here to see diagrams and details on where to place it.
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