Volunteer ideas for teens

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By Anya Britzius

1. Declutter and donate

Go through your closets and drawers to find gently used items you no longer use, such as toys, books, clothes and blankets. Contact donation centers in your area to see what they need the most.

 

2. Clean your local park

Summer is the perfect time to get outside and clean up green spaces in your area. Some communities have cleanup programs, but even picking up trash on your own will help parks and roadsides continue to look beautiful.

 

3. Fundraise for causes you care about

Let your interests guide your fundraising. Maybe you care about animals or want to help the homeless. Host a virtual charity run or a trivia night to raise money for causes you are passionate about.

 

4. Become a virtual tutor

Are you a computer whiz or musician? You can share your talents virtually and help other students (of any age) with homework, computer skills and music lessons.