You’re never too young to make an impact on your community.
Examples include
American Red Cross Youth Volunteers Habitat Youth Programs And More!
"Have you ever considered giving back to your community? There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer at one of The West Chester Fire Departments three locations. They are looking for members who are 14 and older, NO EXPERIENCE necessary. They will provide 100% of all of the training required at no cost to you. On average, the West Chester Fire Department responds to over 1,200 calls for service each year
Check out the list of Chester County nonprofits that offer family-friendly volunteer opportunities year-round. Contact them to learn more about how to become a volunteer.
Volunteer service helps teens build character, develop empathy, learn healthy habits and develop new skills that will empower them to thrive in adulthood. Yet many teens face barriers to getting started. Some may be shy to seek out opportunities or to interact with strangers. They may lack access to transportation or not feel qualified for certain roles. If traditional volunteer opportunities don’t appeal to the teen in your life, share this list for inspiration.
Chester County Library and Henrietta Hankin Branch continually accept applications for volunteers. Opportunities include technology center tutor and multimedia department volunteers.