Youth for Seva – Empowering Change Through Volunteering in India
Youth for Seva is an ngo that was established in 2007 to enable youth volunteering in India. The organization was founded in Bengaluru by Sri Venkatesh Murthy ji, who recognized the need for effective volunteering organizations in India.
At YFS, we believe in the huge potential that our youth possess in enabling change. This has allowed us to engage large groups of people in having a positive impact on society.
Our Vision
Self-reliant society powered by socially conscious individuals.
Our Mission
To build and facilitate a movement of organised volunteering for societal well-being.
Our Values
Nation First, Pluralism, Integrity, Respect, Innovation
Celebrating the International Volunteer Year 2026
After 25 years, 2026 will once again be the International Volunteer Year as proclaimed by the United Nations
General Assembly. As one of India’s largest volunteering movements, the coming year will be immensely special for us, with a
whole host of events and activities planned. Join us as we celebrate the power of seva and our incredible volunteers as we
move towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals!
“Visit the IVY 2026 webpage to catch a glimpse of our launch event, featuring Rishabh Shetty, and much more !” ?
Volunteering Opportunities
With us, you will have the chance to volunteer in a wide variety of areas. Our areas of focus in volunteering in India include:
General
VolunteeringAssociations with any educational institution
Corporate
VolunteeringAssociations with any corporates
Student
VolunteeringAssociations with any educational institutions
Vidya Chethana
VolunteeringVolunterring with the Beneficiaries
Our Programs
Environmental Initiatives
Our environmental programs focus not just on preservation, but also on preventing further damage.
Programs
Healthcare Initiatives
Our healthcare programs aim to reach areas where infrastructure cannot, while spreading awareness about preventive practices.
Programs
Education & Scholarships
Our educational programs help deserving students overcome challenges and complete their journey.
Programs
Livelihood & Community Engagement
We support skill development and initial setup to enable livelihood opportunities for the underprivileged.
Support
Rural Development – Swagrama Fellowship
The Swagrama Fellowship cultivates responsibility among villagers for their community’s development, empowering local leadership.
Donations
Most of our work is sustained by the generous contributions made by our partners, both corporate and non-corporate. No amount is insignificant, and every single donation helps enable volunteering in India!
Know More…
Seva Nidhi
Seva offeres services in different sectors.
Arogya Nidhi
Vyjayanti Arogya Nidhi Emergency
Sponsor For NMMS
NMMS is an initiative that helps countless students
Sponsor For School Kits
Ensure that basic school supplies reach even the remotest parts of a few states across India.
Vidya Chetana Scholarship
Provides scholarship support to students with financial constraints to pursue higher education post PUC
Seva Nidhi
Seva offeres services in different sectors.
Arogya Nidhi
Vyjayanti Arogya Nidhi Emergency
Sponsor For NMMS
NMMS is an initiative that
helps countless studentsSponsor For School Kits
Ensure that basic school supplies reach even the remotest parts of a few states across India.
Vidya Chetana Scholarship
Provides scholarship support to students with financial constraints to pursue higher education post PUC
Our Impact at a Glance
Over the past 18 years, we have expanded our horizons to reach over 36 lakh beneficiaries and engage over 2.46 lakh people in social impact volunteering across 12,453 seva kendras in India.
Our goal has been to provide meaningful volunteering opportunities in India to people from all walks of life.
Youth for Seva’s focus areas have also grown to include education, healthcare, environment, livelihood, and rural development, making us one of the most diverse volunteering organizations in India.
We believe that true impact lies beyond numbers, with our goal being to make seva and volunteering a way of life.
Volunteer Opportunities in India – Story Spotlight
Hear from our volunteers — real stories of transformation, commitment and hope
Balasubramaniam
Chennai
I have been associated with “Youth for Seva” since 2011. It has been the most fruitful and satisfying journey of my life…
Paranjyothi
Volunteer
YFS (Young at Heart for Seva) is a platform of inspiration for all ages. YFS has encouraged individuals…
How You Can Get Involved in social impact volunteering
We understand that being an NGO volunteer is a matter of interest and passion, which is why we have crafted volunteering experiences that keep the spirit of seva bright within you. Whether you want to donate a few minutes, hours, or days, you are always welcome to work with us in bringing about positive change.
Join Us – Volunteer or Donate
We are always on the lookout for more people to join our movement. No contribution is too small. Join us by donating your time, skills, energy, or financial support. With us, you have the chance to be at the forefront of India’s largest Volunteering Movement.
Skilled Volunteering Assessment
Apart from volunteering your time, we also have opportunities where you can use your skills to enable change. After a short assessment, we will help you identify the spaces where your efforts would mean the most.
Stay Connected with Youth For Seva
Youth For Seva
This is the official page of Youth For Seva, an open platform for social change.
Chiguru season is here, and today we have glimpses from Chiguru Vijayapura, successfully conducted at PDJ High School on February 1st. It was a vibrant celebration of student talent, inaugurated by Shri R Y Konnur (Retired Education Officer).
We were honored to have Shri Pawan Sharma (Steering Team Member) deliver the keynote address, while Shri Veerabhadrappa Halakavatagi (Advisory Board Member) presided over the function. We also welcomed Dr. Gayatri (Mothers Milk Bank, District Hospital Vijayapura) as our esteemed Chief Guest, making the occasion truly special.
The campus was buzzing with energy as 718 students from 26 schools showcased their skills across 15 diverse competitions. This massive execution was made possible by the dedicated support of 107 college volunteers, 100 teachers, and 40 judges who worked together to ensure a seamless experience for every child.
A huge Dhanyawad to the volunteers who welcomed the gathering and to everyone who contributed to making Chiguru a resounding success in Vijayapura!
#YouthForSeva #yfsvijayapura #chiguru
A step in the right direction leads to a cascading effect all around us!
Recently, our Hyderabad chapter took one such step along with over 38 volunteers from LSEG. Together, they participated in a jute bag painting activity, which produced 51 beautifully adorned bags.
The bags will now be distributed across our Abhyasika centers, encouraging students to avoid plastic carry bags for their lunch boxes and use these instead. We thank the volunteers for their efforts in making the world a little greener and cleaner through this activity!
#seva #volunteering #jutebagpainting #ecofriendly
The nominations for the 2026 Changemakers Awards are open!
This award recognizes the pioneering work done in the CSR and social impact space and will be presented at the Corporate Volunteering Conclave 2026 in Hyderabad on March 6, 2026.
The awards will be presented across 3 categories:
- Employee Volunteer Champion (Individual)
- Employee Engagement Champion (Corporate)
- NGO Changemaker Award (NGOs)
So, if you know any person or organization that you believe deserves recognition for their work, nominate them today by scanning the QR Codes in the poster!
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#IVY2026 #yfsivy #CVC2026 #seva #volunteering