Sewa Central Jersey - LEAD Summer Volunteering Program - 2025

Sewa International Central Jersey – Summer Volunteering Program 2025

Mandatory Guidelines & Participation Requirements

We are excited to announce the upcoming Summer Volunteering Program 2025, specially designed for high school students and youth aged 13 and above. To ensure a meaningful and community-driven experience, all participants and their families are required to adhere to the following mandatory guidelines:

1. Eligibility:
   

   Open to high school students or youth aged 13 years and above.
   

   
   

2. Minimum Student Commitment:
   

   Each participant must complete a minimum of 50 volunteer hours between June 1, 2025 and August 31, 2025.
   

   
   

3. Mandatory Parent Involvement:
   

   At least one parent/guardian is required to contribute a minimum of 10 volunteer hours in support of program activities.
   

   
   

4. Certification:
   

   Participants will receive a volunteer certificate from Sewa International Central Jersey Chapter.
   

   Please note: This program does not offer PVSA certificates for summer volunteers.
   

   
   

5. Registration Fee:
   

   A non-refundable registration fee of $75 is required upon enrollment.
   

   
   

6. Mandatory Activity:
   

   Participation in at least one Highway Cleanup event is required for each student volunteer.
   

   
   

7. Nature of Volunteering Work:
   

   Volunteer work will primarily be outdoor-based, including gardening, park/farm cleanups, and community event support.
   

   Activities will take place across Edison, Monroe, Somerset, Brunswick, and surrounding areas in Central New Jersey.