Frequently Asked Questions
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Answers to the top questions
What is Serve Strong?
Serve Strong is a global, chapter-based nonprofit movement that helps young people build confidence and belonging through service, while connecting generations through mentorship and mobilizing communities to meet real needs.
Is it religious or political?
No. Serve Strong is mission-only. We serve people and communities with respect—regardless of background, beliefs, or identity.
Who can start a chapter?
Students, parents, educators, and community leaders can start a chapter. The key requirement is commitment to consistent service, clear leadership roles, and safety standards.
Start a ChapterHow long does it take to launch?
Many chapters can launch in 30 days. With the 7-day Quick Start, you can run a first event almost immediately.
ResourcesWhat do volunteers do?
Volunteers support Monthly Mission Day through clear roles: setup, sorting, cleanup, partner support, and encouragement. You’ll know the role before you arrive.
How do mentors participate?
Mentors serve with youth during Mentorship Missions—helping young people grow through action, reflection, and encouragement while following safeguarding guidelines.
ProgramsHow are events chosen?
Chapters choose missions based on local partner needs. The goal is safe, meaningful, measurable service repeated monthly.
How do sponsors get visibility?
Sponsors support a mission, chapter, or grant cycle. Recognition is brand-safe and mission-aligned: event recaps, impact snapshots, and partner acknowledgments where appropriate.
SponsorsHow do grants work?
Microgrants help chapters fund supplies and mission needs quickly. Chapters apply via downloadable PDF and report impact with a short template.
GrantsWhat safety measures exist?
Serve Strong uses supervision, photo/video guidelines, risk planning, incident readiness, and a code of conduct.
SafetyHow do I get started today?
Go to Start Here, pick your role, and take the first step in minutes.
Start HereHelpful assets
- Start a Chapter Overview One-Pager
- Volunteer: What to Expect
- Safety Standards Snapshot