Volunteer San Diego has been passionately committed to youth service for more than 20 years. Our SAVY Program (Students Actively Volunteering for You), engages over 10,000 students in service each year and is a true testament to the power of youth service and youth voice. We offer many opportunities for youth to volunteer on their own, with their peers, or with family and friends.

Leadership Development
Volunteering can be a great way to develop or enhance leadership skills, perfect for strengthening college applications or boosting your résumé. Volunteer San Diego offers a range of opportunities designed to bring out the leader in everyone! Learn more

SAVY
SAVY provides fun and meaningful opportunities for youth 5 - 25 years old, from throughout San Diego to meet real community needs through volunteerism. Volunteers aged 14 – 19 can also participate in a calendar of projects developed specifically for youth, apply to serve on our Youth Action Council and attend leadership training and conferences. Learn more


Guide to Youth Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer San Diego has developed a comprehensive guide to youth volunteer opportunities. This guide contains carefully screened listings of volunteer and Service-Learning opportunities. Learn more


Family Friendly Opportunities
We believe that volunteering is a fun and meaningful way to spend quality time together as a family, while teaching children the importance of service to others. As a result, many of the projects we offer are family friendly, providing children as young as 5 with the opportunity to make a difference. Learn more


Service-Learning
As the California Department of Education’s regional Service-Learning lead for San Diego County, Volunteer San Diego provides a variety of resources for educators, students, and agencies throughout the county who are interested in integrating community service and volunteerism into their curriculum and programs. Learn more