Youth Opportunities by Age Group

All ages: 

Pick up Litter in a Kayak -- Collect litter along the streambank of Four Mile Run in a kayak with the 4-Mile Run Conservancy throughout the summer on Sunday, August 24 from 9 to 11 a.m. This project fills out quickly. Kayaks, paddles, life vests, bags, and other equipment will be provided.

Remove Invasive Species along Mount Vernon Trail. The Friends of Mt. Vernon will meet on Saturday, September 13, from 9 to 11 a.m. to remove trash and vegetation along Mount Vernon Trail. Equipment will be provided.

Summer Family Volunteer Day -- We're inviting families with children of all ages to participate in our Family Volunteer Day, where there will be a variety of stations with projects benefiting numerous organizations on Saturday, August 23.

12 and older:

Volunteer with the Library. The City of Alexandria will host a Teen Volunteer Orientation, for anyone between the ages of 12 and 18, looking to help out their neighborhood library. The next orientation is Tuesday, September 2. Participants are required to submit an application before attending.

13 and older:

Distribute Groceries to People -- Help UNCUT Youth distribute food to local families on Saturday, September 20, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Volunteers will organize and distribute items.

14 and older:

Upcycle a Tin into an Emergency Kit -- Use craft materials, including an Altoids tin, and turn them into an emergency kit on Saturday, August 9, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. For teens and adults. Registration is required because supplies are limited.

The Alexandria Youth Leadership Conference empowers emerging young leaders by providing training opportunities and connecting them to resources in their community on August 12, 13, and 14. Registration is open to all rising 9th through 12th graders in the City of Alexandria. Participants who complete all 3 days receive a $20 gift card. Register by Friday, August 8.

Agencies that work with youth volunteers 16 and older: City of Alexandria Parks & Recreation | Fly Minds Youth Development Club | Girls on the Run NOVA | The Child & Family Network Centers | Wright to Read