Troop Leader Resources
One place for troop leader resources and group management tools.
Leading a troop is an adventure, but keeping things organized shouldn’t be a challenge. Whether you’re managing dues, planning events, tracking badge requirements, or running fundraisers, our Troop Leader Resources have everything you need to keep your group on track.
Troop Leader Resources with Cheddar Up
Cheddar Up makes managing your troop simple and stress-free, whether you’re leading Girl Scouts, Scouting America, American Heritage Girls, Trail Life, Camp Fire, or another youth group. Collect dues, event fees, and fundraiser payments all in one place—no cash, checks, or spreadsheets required. Our Troop Leader Resources help you stay organized with easy tracking, automated reminders, and custom forms to gather the info you need. Spend less time on admin and more time creating unforgettable experiences for your troop!
Troop Leader Resources: Meet Gloria
Girl Scout, Service Unit, and PTSA Leader
A true volunteer hero, Gloria knew Cheddar Up would make life easier. Now her events sell out in under an hour!
Getting Started
It’s quick and easy to get started on Cheddar Up!
1. Sign up
To register, create a free account on Cheddar Up.
2. Create a collection
Create online collection pages for fundraisers, troop activities, and volunteers (anything!).
3. Share with your troop
Share your collection with your community — via email, text, or any communication channel.
4. Manage Funds
Track payments on the platform with easy reporting and withdraw funds directly to your group bank account
Getting Started
It’s quick and easy to get started on Cheddar Up!
Custom Forms, Sign Ups, and Waivers too!
Running a troop involves more than just collecting payments—you need a way to gather important details, coordinate events, and manage paperwork. With Cheddar Up, you can create custom forms for registrations, badge tracking, permission slips, volunteer sign-ups, and even waivers with e-signatures. Our Troop Leader Resources give you the tools to keep everything in one place, so you can focus on leading, not chasing down paperwork!
Troop registration
Collect dues and contact forms each year.
Events and activities
Manage all activity RSVPs and payments together.
Volunteer sign ups
Manage classroom and event volunteers with ease.
Waivers
Gather waivers with camp sign ups.
Uniforms and gear
Track badge and uniform payments all in one spot.
Troop Leader Resources for Fundraisers
Fundraising is essential for keeping troops active and thriving. Whether you’re raising money for campouts, service projects, uniforms, or awards, Cheddar Up makes it easy. Create custom fundraising pages, collect donations, and track contributions—all in one place. Our Troop Leader Resources help you organize successful fundraisers with less hassle, so you can focus on building great experiences for your troop.
Fundraising Resources for Troops
Girl Scout Gold Award Ideas
Earning the Girl Scout Gold Award is a big achievement. It is the highest honor in Girl Scouting, celebrating leadership…
Eagle Scout Project Ideas
Earning the rank of Eagle Scout is a significant achievement, and completing a service project a rewarding challenge.
Launch an Athon Fundraiser
Athon fundraisers have long been a favorite for schools, sports teams, and community groups.
Mulch Fundraiser
A mulch fundraiser is a winning way to raise money for your school, scouting troop, or community group.
Cookie Order Form
Simply set up your cookie order form, share it with your community, and start collecting payments.
Level Up Your Fundraising
Sponsorships are crucial for any event. Explore sponsorship form templates and key how to’s when it comes…
How to ask for donations
Planning a fundraiser is often the easy part — it’s how to ask for donations that often leaves people mystified…
Fundraising Tips: How to increase charity donations
Looking to learn how to increase donations to your charity? Here are five ways…
Trunk or Treat Fundraiser
A trunk or treat fundraiser is a great way for troops and other nonprofits to raise money for their organization.
Troop Fundraising Templates
Troop Leader Resources for Registrations & Event Sign Ups
From new member registrations to camp sign-ups and merit badge workshops, troops run on organized participation. Cheddar Up makes it easy to manage event and membership registrations with custom forms, fee collection, and participant tracking—all in one place. Our Troop Leader Resources help you streamline the process, so you can spend less time on paperwork and more time creating meaningful experiences for your troop.
Registration Resources
Easy Scout Payments
From troop dues to camps, Cheddar Up streamlines the process, making it convenient and efficient.
The Easiest Camp Registration Software for FREE!
From overnight to day camps, troops thrive on participation and easy registration…
How to collect membership dues and fees online
Whether it’s for your Campfire, Cub Scout, Daisy or other troop…there are so many reasons to rethink how you collect membership dues and fees.
Registration Templates
Uniform and Gear Sales
Outfitting your troop has never been easier. Whether you’re organizing uniform orders, troop T-shirts, or camping gear, Cheddar Up simplifies the process. Customize your collection page with sizing options, variations, and payment methods to ensure every member gets exactly what they need. Our Troop Leader Resources help you stay organized, so your troop is always prepared for the next adventure.
Troop Stores
Create an Online Troop Store
Create an online troop store in 4 simple steps with an example to get you started! Custom receipts…
Master Your Girl Scout Cookie Booths: Tips & Sign Up Sheets
The scent of Thin Mints is officially in the air, which means troops everywhere are gearing up…
Troop gear templates
Troop Event Ticket Sales
Selling tickets for troop events like banquets, campouts, award ceremonies, and fundraisers is simple with Cheddar Up. Create custom event pages, track sales, and manage attendees with ease. Our Troop Leader Resources help you streamline the process, so you can focus on hosting memorable events while ensuring a smooth experience for your troop and their families.
Troop Event Resources
Create event tickets
Cheddar Up’s game-changing ticketing feature is designed to give you full control over how you create event tickets…
Stage a Stellar Event
Cheddar Up’s payments + forms power duo makes for pretty robust free event management software for troops.
Create a Waitlist for Events
For any event you’re hosting, there’s always the challenge of items or spots running out. But with Cheddar Up…
Troop Event Templates
Troop Leader Resources for Volunteer Management
Troops thrive on the support of dedicated volunteers, and Cheddar Up makes organizing them a breeze. Whether you need parent chaperones for campouts, helpers for events, or drivers for outings, our platform lets you create sign-up forms, schedule shifts, and keep everyone informed. Our Troop Leader Resources help you coordinate volunteers effortlessly, so every event runs smoothly.
Volunteer Resources
Volunteer Sign Up Form + examples
When planning an event, ensuring volunteers are on the same page can make the difference. The key to success…
Potluck sign up sheet template + planning tips
Here’s how you can plan the ultimate potluck, using a potluck sign up sheet template to make it the…
Snack Schedule Sign Up
We’ve got a snack schedule template that’ll keep both scouts and parents happy. Ready, set, go!
Cookie Booth Sign Up Sheet for Troop Leaders
Cookie booth season brings big energy. Excitement, anticipation, and let’s face it, a whole lot of logistics.
Volunteer Templates
Troop Travel and Field Trips
Planning a camping trip, high-adventure outing, or troop travel experience? Cheddar Up makes it easy to collect travel fees, organize trip details, and gather necessary forms—all in one place. Set up a custom page to streamline payments, share itineraries, and collect waivers or emergency contacts. Our Troop Leader Resources help you stay organized, so you can focus on creating unforgettable adventures for your troop.
Travel & Field Trip Resources
Group travel planning made easy with Cheddar Up
Here’s your ultimate guide to group travel planning, focusing on key aspects to ensure a smooth journey.
Field Trip Form
Imagine a permission slip, fee collection, and volunteer sign-up all in one online form.
Nutcracker Field Trip
A Nutcracker field trip is a holiday season classic. It’s perfect for troops looking for a festive experience
Travel & Field Trip Templates
Troop Celebrations
Celebrate troop milestones and show appreciation with ease using Cheddar Up. Whether you’re planning a holiday party, organizing a potluck, or collecting contributions for a troop leader gift, our platform simplifies the process. Gather RSVPs, coordinate food sign-ups, and collect donations—all in one place. Our Troop Leader Resources help you make every celebration special without the hassle.
Troop Celebration Resources
Volunteer Appreciation Week
Volunteers are the force behind countless initiatives. They give their time, energy, and heart…
Group Potluck
Throwing a potluck can be a blast, but keeping everything organized can sometimes feel like herding cats.
End of year Banquet
Organizing an end-of-year banquet is a wonderful way to celebrate the achievements and hard work…
Celebration Templates
Troop Leader Resources for Reporting Management
Managing troop finances is essential for keeping things running smoothly. With Cheddar Up, you can track payments, generate detailed financial reports, and easily withdraw funds—all in one secure platform. Ensure transparency and accountability while simplifying bookkeeping for dues, fundraisers, and events. Our Troop Leader Resources help you stay organized, so you can focus on leading and creating great experiences for your troop.
Reporting & Fund Resources
Cheddar Up Reporting Features
From account-wide custom reports to payer response reports, take a look at all the reporting Cheddar Up has to offer…
How to create a fundraising report card [+ free template]
Use Cheddar Up to create an easy-to-understand fundraising report card. Ideal for groups tracking profits, losses…
Reporting Templates
More troop leader resources
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Template Library
See how others are using Cheddar Up with our collection templates made specifically for scouting groups.
Video Library
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Feature tutorials
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Troop Leader Testimonials
“Cheddar Up has been a great way for us to submit payment for various troop events and activities that allow us to empower our young girls to achieve great things and give back to the community. We love Cheddar Up!”
Ana Dacaret
Girl Scouts Troop 6255
“Our Boy Scout families now pay for everything online from camping trips to annual dues. It’s so flexible…we can create a payment page for anything! It’s been a game changer for us.”
Brian Donnelly
Committee Member, Verona Pack 32
“We have loved being able to have a collection for every event that includes all of the permission slips, required information on each participant and payment in one place. Cheddar Up is now the only way we collect all of our troop dues, AHG store orders, and event fees and waivers.”
Michelle Sokol
American Heritage Girls, Troop CO2017
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