Founded in 1986, YSA (Youth Service America) supports a global culture of engaged children and youth committed to a lifetime of meaningful service, learning, and leadership. With half the world’s population under age 25, our mission is to help all young people find their voice, take action, and make an impact on vital community issues. The YSA program model Activates through campaigns like Global Youth Service Day (the largest service event in the world), Semester of Service, and Classrooms with a Cause; Funds with YSA Grants; Trains with resources and training provided through the YSA Learning Center; and Recognizes through awards, storytelling, and visibility campaigns.