Youth Engaged in Service (YES)

Young people are our next generation of philanthropists. Volunteer Alexandria’s youth and family volunteer program promotes civic responsibility and recognizes community service. Whether your family is one parent/guardian and one child or an extended family, families engaged in service frequently develop a lifelong commitment to volunteering.

Our goal is for children, ages 6 to 18, to become involved in their community.

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Youth Opportunities 

Six Reasons Why Children Should Volunteer:

1. Children develop compassion when they help other people, appreciate what they have, and learn how to work with others.
2. Volunteering teaches children how to do things they’re good at and skills they want to develop. Getting kids out of their comfort zone helps build self-confidence.
3. Children discover inner strengths and life skills by volunteering. Teamwork, tolerance, and problem-solving help them cope with daily challenges in their own lives.
4. Youth volunteers learn how to become valued community citizens. Growing up with a greater sense of social responsibility makes children more likely to volunteer throughout their lives.
5. Kids who volunteer meet people from different backgrounds and make new friends. These activities enhance children’s emotional development, fostering socializing and communication.
6. Volunteering puts into practice what Mahatma Gandhi said was to “Be the change they wish to see in the world.”

Testimonials 

"It was absolutely amazing and heartwarming meeting the student volunteers and having Lisa (ADSC superstar volunteer) taking the lead on organizing the project. The center's front entrance and patio area look stunning! The seniors are looking forward to enjoying a wonderful cookout." - Jackie McCord, Recreation Leader, The Adult Day Services Center. 

Listen to these YouTube videos from Mitchell and Claire.

Invest to support family volunteering by donating $25 or more. Make a donation today! 

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