SChool Participants
MVP provides students with meaningful service opportunities that teach them skills beyond the classroom. Schools, colleges, and universities partner with volunteer service initiatives to help students develop new skills while contributing to the community. Students earn service learning hours and engage in philanthropy by volunteering for community service opportunities.
volunteering creates lasting positive change in students
Character
Students gain a sense of responsibility and accountability for one’s actions, personal values, and integrity
contribution
Active participation and leadership in a variety of settings; making a difference
Connection
Volunteering fosters positive bonds with people and institutions (such as peers, school, and community) that provide a sense of membership, safety, and belonging
community
Teamwork promotes collaboration and working together in a group to achieve a common goal
competence
Volunteering helps to feel a positive view of one’s skills and abilities
Confidence
Helping others can bring an internal sense of positive self-worth, identity, and belief in the future
