Teen Leadership

Teenagers develop leadership skills throughout our summer Teen Leadership Program. Participants are trained alongside their peers in group facilitation, communication, problem solving, and nonprofits. They put this learning into action leading or co-leading our Family Volunteering Activities and designing service projects to benefit the community. 

Teens stay on our service pathway and help inspire the next generation of volunteers and community leaders.

Summer 2020 Teen Leadership Program

​Applications Open Now Through April 3rd!

APPLY FOR SUMMER TEEN LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

​Teens, ages 13-18, are encouraged to apply. Complete applications are due by 5pm on April 3rd. ​Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Selected applicants will be invited to a group interview in April. Teens who are accepted into the program will be offered a spot in one of four cohorts (details below). Acceptance and cohort placement will be determined by the strength of the application and references, group dynamics, and availability to attend cohort dates (as indicated in your application).

Enrollment fee: $220 per teen ($200 for Family Sponsors)
​Fee Assistance is available for families with a demonstrated financial need.

June Options

June Cohort A
Monday, 6/8, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Orientation
Wednesday, 6/10, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Orientation
Tuesday, 6/16, 9am - 12pm - Teen Service Day
Wednesday, 6/17, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Workshop
Sign up for 4 volunteer shifts throughout the program
Project Due: 7/10

June Cohort B
Tuesday, 6/9, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Orientation
Thursday, 6/11, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Orientation
Tuesday, 6/16, 9am - 12pm - Teen Service Day
Thursday, 6/18, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Workshop
Sign up for 4 volunteer shifts throughout the program
Project Due: 7/10

July Options

July Cohort A
Tuesday, 7/7, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Orientation
Thursday, 7/9, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Orientation
Tuesday, 7/14, 9am - 12pm - Teen Service Day
Thursday, 7/16, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Workshop
Sign up for 4 volunteer shifts throughout the program
Project Due: 8/10

July Cohort B
Wednesday, 7/8, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Orientation
Friday, 7/10, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Orientation
Tuesday, 7/14, 9am - 12pm - Teen Service Day
Wednesday, 7/15, 9am - 4pm (lunch provided) - Workshop
Sign up for 4 volunteer shifts throughout the program
Project Due: 8/10

QUESTIONS?
​Take a look at our FAQ page. Or contact us at teenprograms@generationserve.org.

Want to hear what our teens think of the program? Read blog posts from program participants here and here.

Learn how our Teen Leaders stay engaged with Generation SERVE year-round:
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• Continue leading activities
• Become a Generation SERVE Activity Lead
• Lead Teen Service Days and service fairs
• Assist with trainings and events during Teen Leadership alum-specific shifts
• Join our Teen Advisory Board!​

Our Teen Leaders in Action

Teen Leads preparing to lead the
​Caritas of Austin family volunteering activity

A Teen leading a Service Learning Program for 3rd - 5th graders

Teens working together at a training

Teen Leads pose for a picture at a meeting

Teen Lead leading activities at Sammy's House Splash Day camp!

Teens helping to lead an activity at Caritas of Austin

Teen co-leading at El Buen Samaritano food pantry

Teen Lead taking picture of families with the cards
​they made at a Front Steps Card Making activity

Teen Lead, Mahir, introduces volunteer families to the Carrying Hope activity

Teen Service Day at Austin Humane Society

Teens ready to read a story and lead a service activity at Whole Foods Kids' Club!

Teens participating in guided inquiry ​training during their orientation week

Teens with honorary Youth Lead, Texas First Lady, Cecilia Abbott

Teen Lead visits with a resident at Barton Hills Assisted Living!

Teen Leads, Aydan & Dylan, ready to lead an activity!

Teens leading an outdoor clean-up activity

Teens helping to lead a Generation SERVE corporate service fair!