is a non-profit organization that works with high school and college-age students in the United States, sending each of the participants to a community in one of nine Latin-American countries over the course of 4-8 weeks. During their service trip, the volunteers collaborate with their respective communities on a designated project concerning health, nutrition, sustainability, or education. This cross-cultural experience is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to develop social, leadership, and language skills; since 1965, Amigos has sent more than 20,000 student volunteers to nine countries.

Multifaceted community center based in the Edgewood Terrace neighborhood serving educational, physical and social needs of scholars.

Health, wellness, social and academic programs available.

Lead Conservation Leadership Corps, summer job program and service projects all over the area in nature conservation.

Tutoring, educational and cultural enrichment, family support and translation services and recreational sports are all offered.

A program focused on increasing responsibility, respect and building self-esteem, self-reliance, and confidence, encouraging teens to push beyond their perceived limitations through outdoor, arts and academic training.

The Young Women's Project builds the leadership and power of young people so that they can transform DC institutions to expand rights and opportunities for DC youth.
YWP youth staff members work with youth from five DCPS high schools to conduct research and advocacy, train other youth, and help facilitate YWP’s school-based education and condom distribution work. Youth are paid $8.25-10 an hour and work 6-12 hours a week.