Millions of youth around the United States are heeding the call to become involved in their community. In fact, teens are now volunteering an average of 3.5 hours a week! If you are looking for ways to either start or become more involved in volunteering, Hands On Atlanta’s Youth Service Program is the place for you!

Why should YOU start volunteering?

• Meet other students and make new friends
• Enhance your college resume or job application
• Increase your chances of earning scholarship awards in community service
• Explore possible career opportunities in the non-profit world

Hands On Atlanta offers many service opportunities for youth of all ages. Whether volunteering alone, with family, or with a group of friends, youth can make big steps towards improving their community through volunteering. Here’s how to start!

If you are an individual or family:

Every month Hands On Atlanta offers a wide range of service projects appropriate for youth and families in a variety of issue areas through the Citizen magazine. Whether it is planting trees, visiting with animals or tutoring children, Hands On Atlanta has projects for all interests.

Visit www.handsonatlanta.org to find our more information, or call (404) 979-2800 and ask to speak to someone in the Youth Service Program if you have any questions about how to get started.