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Bird and biodiversity conservation, youth nature groups, community environmental education

Runs 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 …

Youth reforestation and forest stewardship programs for teens (ages 14+) in Mexican communities; students join tree planting brigades and learn forest monitoring skills.

Volunteers, research internships, eco-tourism, community conservation

Green Schools program, nature conservation volunteering, heritage stewardship

Teen Wilderness Adventures and volunteer trail crew programs for ages 13–17; teens maintain hiking trails and learn outdoor leadership and conservation stewardship.

National 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.

Youth climate advocacy, campaign training, organizing skills for teens

Environmental advocacy, youth eco-activism, community conservation education

Community programs, conservation camps, children's wildlife clubs

Youth-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.

Youth agro-ecology training, sustainable farming, eco-volunteer programs

Youth eco-clubs, wildlife protection campaigns, environmental volunteerism

Student 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.

Spring and Fall Beach Sweeps open to teens (ages 13+); students earn service hours by collecting and documenting marine debris along the NJ/NY coastline.

Habitat restoration, tree planting, wildlife surveys, youth eco-projects

Nature conservation volunteering, school programs, youth nature groups

ER Teens program, eco-action projects, wildlife conservation

Teen science expeditions (fellowship program) where high school students join scientists in the field for wildlife, climate, and ecosystem research. Fellowships available to cover costs.

Offers 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.

Youth marine conservation camps, mangrove restoration, environmental education

Land-based education, mentorship, outdoor stewardship projects

Lake cleanups, plantation drives, wildlife photography, Science Badge fellowship for school & university students

Youth nature clubs, wildlife conservation, bird monitoring, eco-education workshops

Forest and land conservation, youth environmental education, community stewardship

Youth education programs, school partnerships, volunteer environmental campaigns

Young Forest & Bird program, habitat restoration, species monitoring, youth membership

Civic action campaigns, youth environmental advocacy, local group chapters

Welcomes 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.

Engages 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 …

Offers 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 …

Welcomes 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).

Youth climate action, advocacy campaigning, community volunteer opportunities

Campaigns, policy advocacy, research support, events, community action

Climate campaign volunteering, local group activism for teens

Green 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 …

Outdoor youth programs, nature education, environmental volunteerism

Youth nature education, forest conservation volunteering, Chiquitano forest protection

Youth conservation volunteers for forest and wetland restoration; teens can join community stewardship programs protecting Colombian biodiversity hotspots and páramo ecosystems.

Wildlife conservation, youth nature clubs, biodiversity fieldwork education

Youth climate activism, campaign volunteering, advocacy training

Environmental Detectives program, school outreach, community volunteer monitoring

Youth birdwatching groups, wetland and wildlife conservation, biodiversity citizen science

Field campaigns, conservation research, environmental education, campaign support (Youth Member category ≤18)

Youth environmental advocacy, climate justice campaigns, eco-education workshops

Bird monitoring, conservation fieldwork, youth birdwatcher groups

Roots & Shoots youth environmental clubs, chimpanzee conservation, community stewardship

Roots & Shoots youth environmental clubs, chimpanzee conservation, community stewardship

Youth networking events and sustainable Japan education programs; JFS connects student environmental leaders and provides resources for youth to start local sustainability initiatives.

Youth environmental campaigns and local chapter activities; teens can participate in river cleanups, tree planting, and climate action events through KFEM's youth networks.

Beach and mountain cleanups, eco-camps, youth environmental clubs

Youth environmental advocacy, Amazon and Andes conservation campaigns, eco-volunteerism

Offers 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 …

Nature conservation, youth nature groups, ecological field trips

Youth in nature programs, nature camps, bird monitoring, forest conservation

Youth climate campaigns and local action groups; teens (ages 16+) can join Milieudefensie Jong (youth branch) to organize climate actions and campaigns in their communities.

Runs 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

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To be as helpful as possible

Youth eco-activism, environmental justice campaigns, community conservation work

Nature reserve volunteering, bird monitoring, youth nature groups

Wildlife conservation, youth environmental education, eco-volunteer opportunities

Youth environmental activism, nature camps, climate campaigns

Conservation fieldwork, habitat surveys, public engagement activities, nature monitoring

Youth birding programs, nature clubs, biodiversity monitoring, conservation field trips

Nature walks, biodiversity surveys, conservation fieldwork, youth group activities (15–16 with parental consent; 17+ independent)

Bird monitoring, youth nature clubs, biodiversity conservation volunteering

Habitat restoration, youth nature clubs (Jongnaturisten), wildlife monitoring

High school marine science and environmental stewardship programs; students participate in oyster restoration and water quality research in New York Harbor.

Wildlife conservation, youth environmental clubs, school programs, eco-tourism

Petition for the various campaigns

Mangrove reforestation, marine conservation, youth eco-education programs

Bird monitoring, species conservation, youth birding workshops and citizen science

Biodiversity research volunteering, youth conservation internships, reforestation projects

Volunteer conservation programs, wildlife education, community outreach, student conservation internships

Forest protection activism, nature conservation volunteering, youth environmental campaigns

Youth nature groups (Pro Natura Junior), habitat restoration, nature conservation campaigns

Volunteer reforestation, bird monitoring, marine conservation

Ecological restoration volunteers, school environmental education, community stewardship

Environmental volunteering, nature restoration, youth environmental projects

Youth internship and volunteer program; teens can participate in Hudson River water quality monitoring and restoration events with school groups.

Junior Wildlife Explorer program, young birder groups, conservation volunteering

Youth environmental clubs, tree planting, river cleanups, bird identification programs

Invites 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 …

Offers 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 …

Group 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 …

Engages 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 …

Welcomes 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. …

Offers 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 …

Hands-on wildlife conservation volunteers, education outreach programs for ages 5–17

Youth 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.

Volunteers, youth leadership programs, civic activism training

Earth Helpers volunteer program, environmental campaigns, green lifestyle education, youth environmental initiatives

Plante 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.

Youth environmental law clinics and advocacy training for teens (ages 16+); students participate in environmental rights workshops, citizen journalism projects, and climate policy campaigns.

Wildlife conservation, youth researcher programs, biodiversity field surveys

Youth nature conservation activism, green volunteer events, local chapters

Engages 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 …

Beach cleanups, ocean plastic surveys, and Youth Ocean Ambassadors program for teens across coastal Europe; students can join chapter events and submit pollution data.

Student chapters, sustainability conferences, shoreline cleanups

Volunteer 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

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Helping people to connect

Engages 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 …

30 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.

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Offers 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 …

Youth environmental education and community organizing programs; teens can join local WALHI chapters for environmental campaigns, forest protection advocacy, and river cleanups.

Offers 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 …

Environmental youth programs, Eco-Schools program, conservation volunteering

Wildlife conservation, school education programs, youth ranger programs

Wildlife conservation campaigns, digital advocacy, youth eco-ambassador programs

Tiger and wildlife conservation, youth ranger programs, Sundarbans stewardship

Youth nature programs, wildlife conservation volunteering, school activities

Forest conservation volunteering, youth eco-education, wildlife monitoring

WWF youth programs, wildlife conservation, climate action for teens

Youth environmental education, conservation campaigns, volunteering events

Youth for Conservation program and WWF Nature Clubs for Schools; students aged 13+ can participate in wildlife surveys, tree planting, and conservation campaigns across India.

ECHO conservation action projects (university), Tide Turners Plastic Challenge (ages 11–35), citizen science

WWF Panda Clubs for youth, nature camps, wildlife conservation volunteering

Youth ambassador programs, Earth Hour campaigns, wildlife conservation

Youth conservation education, wildlife monitoring, student volunteer fieldwork

Youth nature conservation, WWF junior membership, wildlife campaigns

Youth conservation clubs, tree planting campaigns, wildlife monitoring education

Youth ambassador programs, nature conservation, marine protection volunteering

Youth volunteer events including nature cleanups and biodiversity monitoring; WWF Sweden hosts youth nature camps and school outreach programs for teens aged 14+.

Youth climate action, WWF school programs, conservation campaigns

Youth nature clubs, wildlife field trips, biodiversity education, eco-camps

Zero waste youth education, community events, waste reduction campaigns