Are you thinking, “What’s in it for me?” The answer is, plenty! Here are some of the things you might get in return for your service:

• Making new friends
• Gaining important skills and experience that will help you later in life
• Making connections that can lead to a job or career
• Seeing more of your community and world
• Building confidence and self-esteem
• Exploring what you want to do with your life
• Feeling satisfaction at getting things done and helping others
• Meeting people who could be role models
• Using your mind, body, and creativity
• Getting active and healthier
• Relieving stress
• Fighting boredom
• Spending time doing what you really care about
• Gaining an edge on getting into college
• Feeling like you’re part of a community
• Having fun!