Volunteer Program

Looking to make a difference in your community? Volunteering is a great way to give back, develop new skills, and meet like-minded peers—all while gaining community service experience for college application for school or extracurricular programs.

Become a member of TACSA's volunteer program. We connect youth with fun and meaningful volunteer opportunities at food banks, arts organizations, conservation efforts, and more! Leadership training and positions are available for volunteers willing to make an extra commitment.

Ready to get involved? Join us in making a difference today!

President's Volunteer Service Award Eligibility

  • United States citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e., green card holder)

  • Must be at least five years old

  • Completes eligible service within a 12-month period (for annual Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards) and over a lifetime (for Lifetime Achievement Awards)

Eligible Service:

  • Unpaid acts of volunteer service benefitting others

    • Service through National service programs that provide a stipend (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) may count towards the Lifetime Achievement Award, but not for the annual Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards)

    • Travel stipends, transit/parking passes, membership passes, expense reimbursements, and other nominal volunteer support do not impact service eligibility

Eligible Service does not include:

  • Donating funds

  • Political lobbying (Non-partisan voter registration is an eligible activity)

  • Religious instruction

  • Conducting worship service

  • Proselytizing

  • Volunteer service performed as part of court-ordered community service

  • Serving only family members