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Youth Impact Initiative
Empowering Youth. Building Leaders. Creating Community Impact.
The Her Haven Youth Impact Initiative is a structured leadership and volunteer program designed for high school juniors and seniors who want to make a difference while gaining real-world experience. Through service, mentorship, and leadership development, students earn verified volunteer hours while learning the value of giving back to their community.
This initiative prepares young people not just for graduation—but for life beyond high school.
Program Overview
The Youth Impact Initiative provides meaningful volunteer opportunities that allow students to actively support Her Haven’s mission of empowering young women transitioning into independence. Participants engage in hands-on service projects, community outreach, and event support while developing leadership, responsibility, and confidence.
Students gain:
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Verified community service hours
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Leadership and teamwork skills
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Exposure to nonprofit and community service work
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Personal growth through service and accountability
Why Join the Youth Impact Initiative?
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Earn Verified Volunteer Hours
Fulfill graduation requirements and strengthen college, scholarship, and honor society applications. -
Develop Leadership & Life Skills
Build confidence, communication, teamwork, and responsibility through real service experiences. -
Make a Meaningful Impact
Support Her Haven’s mission and be part of projects that truly make a difference in the community.
Who Can Participate
The Youth Impact Initiative is open to:
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High school juniors and seniors
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Students seeking volunteer hours for graduation, scholarships, or service organizations
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Youth who are committed to professionalism, service, and positive community involvement
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All participants must complete an application and submit parent/guardian consent forms.
Volunteer Opportunities
Youth Impact Initiative volunteers may assist with:
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Community events and outreach initiatives
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Donation organization and preparation
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Preparing welcome kits and care packages
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Event setup and breakdown
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Administrative and support tasks
All activities are age-appropriate and supervised by Her Haven leadership.
🎓 Rising Leader Scholarship
As part of the Youth Impact Initiative, Her Haven proudly offers the Her Haven Rising Leader Scholarship.
This annual scholarship recognizes a graduating senior who demonstrates exceptional leadership, service, and commitment to community impact through participation in the Youth Impact Initiative.
Scholarship highlights:
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Awarded annually to one graduating senior
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Amount determined each year
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Funds applied toward college, university, or accredited trade school expenses
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Selection based on leadership, service hours, academic responsibility, and essay submission
Participation in the Youth Impact Initiative does not guarantee a scholarship, but it provides eligible students the opportunity to apply.
Program Expectations
Youth Impact Initiative volunteers are expected to:
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Attend scheduled volunteer activities on time
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Maintain respectful, professional behavior
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Follow instructions from Her Haven staff and supervisors
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Accurately log and verify volunteer hours
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Represent Her Haven positively in all settings
Failure to meet program expectations may result in removal from the initiative.
How to Apply
To join the Youth Impact Initiative:
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Complete the Youth Impact Initiative application
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Submit required parent/guardian consent forms
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Attend orientation (when applicable)
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Begin volunteering and logging hours
Application details and deadlines are shared through Her Haven.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do students receive official volunteer hour verification?
Yes. All completed hours are documented and verified by Her Haven supervisors.
Is there a minimum hour requirement?
Yes. Participants must complete assigned volunteer hours to remain in good standing.
Is transportation provided?
Transportation is the responsibility of the student and parent/guardian unless otherwise noted.
Is this a paid program?
No. This is a volunteer-based leadership and service initiative.
Get Involved
If you are a student, parent, school counselor, or community partner interested in the Youth Impact Initiative, we would love to connect with you.
📧 Contact Us: prestigewomen@herhavens.info
At Her Haven, we believe today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders.
The Youth Impact Initiative exists to help them discover their power through service.
