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Algalita Marine Research and Education
VerifiedRuns the Ocean Action Leadership Camp for teens (ages 12–17) in Long Beach and Orange County, where high school students conduct microplastics research, lead community projects, and learn about marine …
Alianza para la Conservación de los Bosques (ACB)
VerifiedYouth reforestation and forest stewardship programs for teens (ages 14+) in Mexican communities; students join tree planting brigades and learn forest monitoring skills.
Alliance To End Plastic Waste
VerifiedAppalachian Mountain Club – Youth Opportunities Program
VerifiedTeen Wilderness Adventures and volunteer trail crew programs for ages 13–17; teens maintain hiking trails and learn outdoor leadership and conservation stewardship.
ASVO – Asociación de Voluntarios para el Servicio en las Áreas Protegidas
VerifiedNational park volunteer programs for students and youth (ages 18+); volunteers assist park rangers with trail maintenance, wildlife monitoring, and forest restoration in Costa Rica's protected areas.
BUND Jugend (Young Friends of the Earth Germany)
VerifiedYouth-led environmental camps, climate strikes, and local action groups across Germany; open to teens ages 14–26. BUND Jugend is explicitly a youth organization running its own campaigns.
California Environmental Justice Alliance
VerifiedChesapeake Bay Foundation
VerifiedStudent Leaders program for high school students (grades 10–12): intensive, year-long program where teens conduct water quality testing, engage in advocacy, and lead environmental campaigns. Free to participate.
Clean Ocean Action
VerifiedSpring and Fall Beach Sweeps open to teens (ages 13+); students earn service hours by collecting and documenting marine debris along the NJ/NY coastline.
Climate Justice Alliance
VerifiedEarthwatch Institute
VerifiedTeen science expeditions (fellowship program) where high school students join scientists in the field for wildlife, climate, and ecosystem research. Fellowships available to cover costs.
East Bay Regional Park District
VerifiedOffers teen-friendly volunteer programs like Doc Quack’s Wildlife Volunteers (ages 12+) and shoreline cleanups. High school students can engage in restoration, planting, and monitoring, earning service hours.
Friends of Ballona Wetlands
VerifiedWelcomes high school students (ages 14+ with parental consent) for restoration events, including planting native species and removing invasive plants. Monthly community restoration days are teen-friendly and provide environmental education.
Friends of Famosa Slough
VerifiedEngages high school students (ages 14+) in volunteer workdays for planting, weeding, and trash removal. Events are scheduled regularly (e.g., 2nd Saturday of the month) and are suitable for teens …
Friends of Marsh Creek Watershed
VerifiedOffers high school students (ages 14+) opportunities to volunteer at creek cleanups, native planting, and invasive species removal events, typically held monthly in Brentwood or Oakley. Teens gain hands-on experience …
Friends of Sausal Creek
VerifiedWelcomes high school students for volunteer events like planting, weeding, seed collection, and trash pickups. Events are kid-friendly and open to teens, often scheduled on weekends (e.g., MLK Jr. weekend).
Friends of the Urban Forest
VerifiedGreen Teens and Green Crew; Encourages high school students to volunteer at tree-planting events (ages 14+), which occur regularly and teach environmental education and job skills. Teens can join community …
Fundación Natura Colombia
VerifiedYouth conservation volunteers for forest and wetland restoration; teens can join community stewardship programs protecting Colombian biodiversity hotspots and páramo ecosystems.
Haribon Foundation
VerifiedYouth volunteer programs including tree planting and forest restoration (Haribon YOUth Fore!); teens and student groups can join community planting events across the Philippines.
Japan for Sustainability (JFS)
VerifiedYouth networking events and sustainable Japan education programs; JFS connects student environmental leaders and provides resources for youth to start local sustainability initiatives.
Korea Federation for Environmental Movements (KFEM)
VerifiedYouth environmental campaigns and local chapter activities; teens can participate in river cleanups, tree planting, and climate action events through KFEM's youth networks.
Los Angeles Conservation Corps
VerifiedOffers paid and volunteer programs for teens (ages 14–18) through its Clean & Green initiative, where high school students participate in park cleanups, alleyway restoration, and community greening projects. Ideal …
Milieudefensie (Friends of the Earth Netherlands)
VerifiedYouth climate campaigns and local action groups; teens (ages 16+) can join Milieudefensie Jong (youth branch) to organize climate actions and campaigns in their communities.
Monterey Bay Aquarium – Teen Conservation Leaders
VerifiedRuns the Teen Conservation Leaders program for high school students (ages 15–17), where teens volunteer 120+ hours over summer or year-round, leading educational activities, assisting with exhibits, and promoting marine …
Mostly Harmless Helpers
VerifiedTo be as helpful as possible
New York Harbor School
VerifiedHigh school marine science and environmental stewardship programs; students participate in oyster restoration and water quality research in New York Harbor.
Oceana
VerifiedPetition for the various campaigns
Riverkeeper
VerifiedYouth internship and volunteer program; teens can participate in Hudson River water quality monitoring and restoration events with school groups.
Sacramento River Watershed Program
VerifiedInvites high school students (ages 14+) to volunteer at river cleanups, tree planting, and habitat restoration events, such as the annual Great Sacramento River Cleanup. Teens can earn service hours …
San Diego Coastkeeper
VerifiedOffers beach and watershed cleanups for teens (ages 13+), often in partnership with schools or youth groups. High school students can volunteer at events like Coastal Cleanup Day to remove …
San Francisco Botanical Garden (at Strybing Arboretum)
VerifiedGroup or individual volunteer opportunties. Offers volunteer opportunities for high school students (ages 14+) on specific days (e.g., 3rd Saturday of the month) for gardening, weeding, and habitat maintenance, fostering …
San Luis Obispo Coastkeeper
VerifiedEngages high school students (ages 14+) in beach cleanups, water quality monitoring, and coastal restoration events, such as monthly cleanups at Morro Bay. Teens can volunteer independently or with school …
Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority
VerifiedWelcomes high school students (ages 14+ with parental consent) for Land Steward volunteer roles, assisting with trail maintenance, habitat restoration, and cleanups at preserves like Máyyan ‘Ooyákma – Coyote Ridge. …
Save The Bay
VerifiedOffers shoreline restoration and native plant nursery programs for families and teens (ages 12+ with adult supervision, 16+ independently). High school students can participate in hands-on restoration, planting, and weeding …
SEO/BirdLife Spain
VerifiedYouth birdwatching and nature monitoring programs (Programa de Seguimiento de Aves); teens can join field surveys, citizen science counts, and habitat cleanups at Spanish nature reserves.
SOS Mata Atlântica
VerifiedPlante Árvores (Plant Trees) volunteer program; teens can participate in Atlantic Forest restoration events, tree planting, and citizen science water monitoring (Observando os Rios) across Brazil.
SPDA – Sociedad Peruana de Derecho Ambiental
VerifiedYouth environmental law clinics and advocacy training for teens (ages 16+); students participate in environmental rights workshops, citizen journalism projects, and climate policy campaigns.
Surfrider Foundation – South Orange County Chapter
VerifiedEngages high school students (ages 14+) in beach cleanups, coastal dune restoration, and educational events like the Youth Ocean Guardians program. Teens can join monthly cleanups or advocacy campaigns, earning …
Surfrider Foundation Europe
VerifiedBeach cleanups, ocean plastic surveys, and Youth Ocean Ambassadors program for teens across coastal Europe; students can join chapter events and submit pollution data.
Sustainability Matters
VerifiedSutro Stewards
VerifiedVolunteer or Youth Summer Stewards; Provides volunteer opportunities for teens (ages 14+ with parental consent) at nursery workdays (2nd Wednesday) and stewardship events (1st and 3rd Saturday). High school students …
The Babel Fish Project
VerifiedHelping people to connect
The Watershed Project
VerifiedEngages high school students (ages 14+) in volunteer events like native plant restoration, trash cleanups, and green infrastructure projects (e.g., rain gardens along Richmond Greenway). Teens can participate in community …
The Wildlife Trusts
Verified30 Days Wild challenge and local wildlife volunteer days for teens (ages 13+); youth can join hands-on habitat restoration, species monitoring, and nature reserve maintenance through their local Trust.
TreePeople
VerifiedVolunteer
Ventura Land Trust
VerifiedOffers high school students (ages 14+) volunteer opportunities at restoration workdays, including native planting, invasive species removal, and trail maintenance at preserves like Harmon Canyon. Events are teen-friendly, scheduled on …
WALHI – Friends of the Earth Indonesia
VerifiedYouth environmental education and community organizing programs; teens can join local WALHI chapters for environmental campaigns, forest protection advocacy, and river cleanups.
Wildcoast
VerifiedOffers teen volunteer opportunities (ages 14+) for coastal cleanups and mangrove restoration projects, particularly in San Diego’s border region. High school students can join events to protect marine habitats and …
WWF India
VerifiedYouth for Conservation program and WWF Nature Clubs for Schools; students aged 13+ can participate in wildlife surveys, tree planting, and conservation campaigns across India.
WWF Sweden (Världsnaturfonden WWF)
VerifiedYouth volunteer events including nature cleanups and biodiversity monitoring; WWF Sweden hosts youth nature camps and school outreach programs for teens aged 14+.