Youth Engaged in Service:

Snapshots of successful programs

How organizations engage youth

What does it take to create and sustain a service program that can change the lives of youth from all backgrounds? These examples offer insight and inspiration.

Building Skills
image of young adult male
"Doing it from the inside out."
—Desire Street Ministries

Growing Leaders
group of young teens
"A place where you call the shots."
—B'nai B'rith Youth Organization

Turning Faith into Action
group of young kids
"Helping as a calling."
—Elim Christian Fellowship

Helping Classmates
group of young kids
"A foster care and adoption fair."
—Youth Service America

Letting Youth Lead
image of young boy and girl
"Not too young to lead the way."
—ManaTEENS

Promoting Safety
image of two young boys
"I was scared, but I knew what to do."
—Camp Fire USA

Providing Experiences
image of young women
"Dancing in service."
—Kids Care Club Points of Light