Discover Your Passion for Volunteering this Global Youth Service Day
Your Impact, Your Way
What is Global Youth Service Day?
Global Youth Service Day invites teens around the world to come together to volunteer and make an impact in their communities. Volunteers of all ages can make a real difference every day and make service a part of their daily lives.
In 2026, volunteers will participate in Global Youth Service Day on April 24–26.
Come, young and not-so-young, to find projects where you can make your impact, your way.
Kids Adding Love
Bahía Blanca, Argentina
Women, mothers, and children in Bahía Blanca, Argentina knitted wool squares into a patchwork blanket and donated it to Sumando Amor to support those in need.
Women, mothers, and children in Bahía Blanca, Argentina knitted wool squares into a patchwork blanket and donated it to Sumando Amor to support those in need.
Solar Light Buddy Project
Queensland, Australia
Youth volunteers in Brisbane, Australia assembled Solar Light Buddy kits to help children in energy poverty, completing more than 500 solar lights together.
Youth volunteers in Brisbane, Australia assembled Solar Light Buddy kits to help children in energy poverty, completing more than 500 solar lights together.
Youth Bag 10,400 Pounds of Produce
San Diego, California
Youth from across San Diego County served at the San Diego Food Bank during Global Youth Service Day, preparing more than 10,000 pounds of produce for families in need.
Youth from across San Diego County served at the San Diego Food Bank during Global Youth Service Day, preparing more than 10,000 pounds of produce for families in need.
Youth Support Six Local Charities
Ottawa, Ontario
More than 80 youth ages 12–18 served during Global Youth Service Day, completing multiple projects for six local organizations in just two hours.
More than 80 youth ages 12–18 served during Global Youth Service Day, completing multiple projects for six local organizations in just two hours.
Kids Adding Love
Bahía Blanca, Argentina
Women, mothers, and children in Bahía Blanca, Argentina knitted wool squares into a patchwork blanket and donated it to Sumando Amor to support those in need.
Women, mothers, and children in Bahía Blanca, Argentina knitted wool squares into a patchwork blanket and donated it to Sumando Amor to support those in need.
Solar Light Buddy Project
Queensland, Australia
Youth volunteers in Brisbane, Australia assembled Solar Light Buddy kits to help children in energy poverty, completing more than 500 solar lights together.
Youth volunteers in Brisbane, Australia assembled Solar Light Buddy kits to help children in energy poverty, completing more than 500 solar lights together.
Youth Bag 10,400 Pounds of Produce
San Diego, California
Youth from across San Diego County served at the San Diego Food Bank during Global Youth Service Day, preparing more than 10,000 pounds of produce for families in need.
Youth from across San Diego County served at the San Diego Food Bank during Global Youth Service Day, preparing more than 10,000 pounds of produce for families in need.
Youth Support Six Local Charities
Ottawa, Ontario
More than 80 youth ages 12–18 served during Global Youth Service Day, completing multiple projects for six local organizations in just two hours.
More than 80 youth ages 12–18 served during Global Youth Service Day, completing multiple projects for six local organizations in just two hours.
Ways to Serve Near You
Step out your front door and serve your community. If you like…
Animals
Help at an animal shelter by feeding, walking, and socializing rescued animals to prepare them for adoption.
Being Outside
Help care for the environment by picking up litter, planting trees, or maintaining public spaces.
Education
Collect donated school supplies for your local district to support kids in need from the community.
Feeding the Hungry
Grab a group of friends and spend a few hours sorting food at your local food pantry.
- Writing: Send uplifting notes to seniors, hospital patients, or military members who could use a reminder that they’re not alone.
- Crafting: Use simple patterns to tie blankets for babies, families, and those in need of warmth and comfort as they face health difficulties and other challenges.
- Reading: Record audiobooks or read documents aloud for people with vision loss through volunteer reading programs.
- Writing: Send uplifting notes to seniors, hospital patients, or military members who could use a reminder that they’re not alone.
- Crafting: Use simple patterns to tie blankets for babies, families, and those in need of warmth and comfort as they face health difficulties and other challenges.
- Reading: Record audiobooks or read documents aloud for people with vision loss through volunteer reading programs.
How Your Service Club Can Make an Impact This GYSD
JustServe clubs empower young people to lead and organize volunteer efforts within their communities. These clubs provide a network for individuals to coordinate meaningful projects like food drives, virtual tutoring, or neighborhood clean-ups. Through JustServe, clubs can find local and virtual volunteer opportunities that match the skills and interests of club members.
SHARE HOW YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS VOLUNTEER
Show how volunteering impacted you and those you served.
Post your experience—use #JustServeYourWay and tag @justserve.