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Teen Volunteers. Real Impact. Grades 6–12. No Fundraising. Just Service.
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Our Mission

At Lion’s Heart, we help teens discover their passions, support local nonprofits, and build leadership skills through hands-on volunteering.
Our goal is to inspire a lifelong commitment to civic engagement—so every student can make areal difference in their community and their future.
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What We Offer

Lion's Heart offers structured programs that help teens discover their passion for
service while developing essential life and leadership skills.
To join: $69 One Time Enrollment Fee, $110 Dues Yearly
Group Membership
Join a group of students in your grade level to volunteer, lead, and grow together. Build leadership skills through meaningful youth-led service projects, give back to your community, and make new friends along the way.
Same grade, same gender or mixed groups available
Attend group meetings and decide where to serve as a group
Elect officers and learn leadership
Individual Membership
Prefer to serve on your own? No problem
As an individual member, you'll get access to local volunteer opportunities near you-just sign up, serve, and log your hours in your digital portfolio.
Serve on your own time
No group meetings, volunteer for nonprofits you choose
It's flexible, impactful, and all about what works for you.
All Memberships
Instantly Access Your Volunteer Dashboard
All Lion's Heart Members get immediate access to our digital platform and mobile app to:
Track volunteer hours
Find service opportunities nearby
Showcase your impact with a personalized digital portfolio
Everything you need to make volunteering easy, organized, and rewarding.
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Our Vision

Lion’s Heart helps teens grow into compassionate, community-driven leaders through hands-on volunteer service.
While making a real impact, members build a verified service transcript that highlights their leadership, dedication, and volunteer hours—perfect for college, scholarships, and job applications.
Teens doing good— helping local nonprofits near them and gaining the skills to lead with purpose.
Empowered Teens, Stronger Nonprofits

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Our Awards

Turn your volunteer hours into something big.
At Lion’s Heart, your service isn’t just meaningful—it’s recognized.
As a member, you can qualify for two of the most prestigious national awards for youth volunteers:
President-Award
President’s Volunteer Service Award

A national honor that celebrates your commitment to community
service. Teens who meet annual volunteer hour goals can earn
Bronze, Silver, or Gold levels—
perfect for college applications,
resumes, and scholarship programs.
See how your Lion's Heart hours count toward the PVSA
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President-Award
The Congressional Award

Created by Congress, this award challenges students ages 14–24
to grow as leaders, develop new skills, and make a lasting impact.
Your Lion’s Heart service hours can help you achieve this
personalized, goal-based national recognition.
Start earning The Congressional Award through Lion’s Heart
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President-Award
The Torchbearer Award®

The Torchbearer Award® recognizes exceptional high school
members who go above and beyond in their commitment to service.
Lion’s Heart’s highest honor for high school members who
complete 100+ service hours across at least four cause areas.
Ready to be recognized for your impact?
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President-Award
25-Hours Badge

Recognizing your impact, one year at a time.
Lion’s Heart members who complete 25 hours of volunteer service
each year earn the official 25 Hours Badge—a digital award they can
proudly share on social media, with friends, and on college or
scholarship applications.
It’s a fun, shareable way to celebrate your dedication to
service each year!
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What Our Members Say

Laura M.

"Watching my daughter grow through Lion’s Heart has been incredible. She’s learned how to lead with empathy, stay organized, and give back in ways... Show More

Laura M.

Proud Mom of a Lion’s Heart teen volunteer

Nimishii S.

"Lions Heart has given me the chance to grow as a leader while making a real difference in my community. Volunteering alongside passionate and... Show More

Nimishii S.

Member since 2023

Allie W.

"Being a Lion's Heart member helped me find my passion for giving back to my community. Since graduating, I have continued to find ways... Show More

Allie W.

Lion’s Heart Alumni

Meet the Lion's Heart Team

Cindy Williams

Cindy Williams

Executive Director

Steph Rogers

Steph Rogers

Marketing/Creative Director

Dawn Wood

Dawn Wood

Volunteer Services/Awards Manager

Shari Cushman

Shari Cushman

Volunteer Outreach Manager

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