Global Youth Service Day is the largest youth service and civic action event in the world and the only one that celebrates and builds the capacity of all youth ages 5-25 to help our communities and democracy thrive by working together for the common good.

We get asked all the time about family friendly volunteer opportunities and projects available for youth to join in on. Well, look no further than Global Youth Service Day!

For the 2026 edition of GYSD, there are all kinds of ways young changemakers can roll up their sleeves and do something good. Take a look at these ideas you can do from home or in person.