NextGenServe is a youth volunteer program designed for teens ages 13-18 who are passionate about exploring municipal careers through volunteer service.

By the end of the summer, teens will:

• Volunteer alongside trained staff at over 15 different project areas
• Earn up to 60 community service hours
• Grow in job and leadership skills
• Create lasting connections with peers who are passionate about serving the community

Our program runs from June through August and is a commitment. However, we understand that summer is a time for vacations. In order to create a strong Crew, we ask that teens commit to at least 80% of the project days.

We will meet outside of City Hall from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday of the summer. 

Note: On a few special occasions, the day will be extended outside of the normal project hours.

Some of the benefits of this program include:

• Resume building experiences
• Develop job skills like communication, accountability, and teamwork
• Earn up to 60 hours of volunteer service
• Explore municipal careers
• Behind the scene tours of departments
• Connect with skilled staff
• NextGenServe swag
• Lasting friendships
• Great memories

Kick-off & In-Person Parent Info Night: Jan. 21

Application Opening Day: Feb. 1

Virtual Parent Info Night: Feb. 3

Application Deadline: Feb. 28

Applicant Interviews: Mar. 17- 28

Selection Date: Apr. 10

Orientation: Jun. 7

Program Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon, Jun. 10- Aug. 7

To make NextGenServe sustainable, a $200 fee per child for the entirety of the summer will be needed to help cover transportation, food, supplies, and personal protective equipment. Scholarships are available to ensure accessibility. Please check back in for more about scholarships in the future.