AHG exists to help girls learn more about God, about how to walk in faith, and the need to seek God’s will in all parts of their lives. Several AHG Badges incorporate the Faith Emphasis such as Bible Basics, Daughter of the King, and Mission Minded. Girls also naturally grow in their faith by participating in prayers and devotionals with their Troop.  

The multi-level structure offers many opportunities to experience different leadership roles. As a girl ages through the program, her leadership opportunities and responsibilities increase accordingly. Girls acquire project management skills during their pursuit to earn Level Awards.

AHG’s Multi-Level Troops encourage girls to create friendships with girls of all ages. Multi-Level Troops allow mentorship to occur naturally among the girls. Girls also learn social skills and self-care through different badges and Patch Programs. Many girls say that being with other girls in troop meetings, field trips, camp-outs and special events is their favorite part of being an American Heritage Girl.

Girls will gain a better understanding of their identity in Christ through the AHG Program. Building confidence will come through outdoor experiences and trying new things in a safe environment. Girls learn to anchor their emotions in Christ in a caring and loving environment. Emotional purity will be encouraged and displayed in the Troop.

Girls learn about their country through badge work that falls within the Heritage Frontier. Girls grow a deeper understanding of their country by participating in Flag Ceremonies and Patriotic events such as Honor Flights and parades. Serving in their community and being active citizens with their Troop fosters a lifelong love for their country.
Girls earn Service Stars based on the number of service hours they give. Girls may earn additional service hours outside of the Troop setting. In order for an act to be considered service in AHG, girls must not be reimbursed in any way. As we are called to love our neighbor, AHG does not count family service as service hours.

Earning badges provides girls the opportunity to learn a wide array of life skills, encouraging them to become lifelong learners and doers. Girls love to practice these life skills during activities such as camping, horseback riding, cooking, and sewing. They step out of their comfort zone to try new experiences.