SAVY, a program of Volunteer San Diego, has been empowering young people to make a difference in communities since 1984. Middle and high school students throughout San Diego County have the opportunity to develop and demonstrate leadership skills while meeting real community needs.

Who Can Participate?
Are you at least 14, but no older than 19? Do you want to make a difference in your community? Do you want to participate in fun and meaningful opportunities designed exclusively for you? If the answer to these questions is “Yes!” then SAVY is for YOU!

What do SAVY Members do?

SAVY Calendar
Through a calendar of monthly service projects, SAVY Members have the opportunity to complete community service hours and have fun, while helping protect the environment, create art projects for seniors, prepare food packages for the hungry, help care for abandoned animals and much more. All projects are team based and require no on-going commitment, simply volunteer as much or as little as you are able. Join SAVY


SAVY Leaders
SAVY Leaders are high school students who are ready to take the next step, developing leadership skills through the planning and completion of community service initiatives. Learn more


Leadership Trainings
Learn more about service and leadership by participating in Volunteer San Diego’s Annual Youth Leadership Conference or Youth Leadership Institute. Learn more


Youth Service Grants
Volunteer San Diego awards grants of up to $500, to help fund initiatives designed to engage San Diego's young population in service to the community. Learn more


13 or younger?
If you are under 14, there are still many ways to get involved. Learn more
 

Be the Change! Volunteer!

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