Hands of Hope
Inspiring the next generation. Changing The World by turning compassion into action.
Our Mission
At Hands of Hope, we ignite compassion by connecting high school students with the real world, showing them the challenges faced by communities in need and inspiring them to take meaningful action. Through hands-on volunteering, our signature ripple initiatives, and our annual awards ceremony, we empower tomorrow's leaders to grow through empathy and lead with purpose.
Our Impact
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Why you should join...
Hands of Hope enables high school students to make a meaningful difference in their communities while developing valuable skills and experiences.
Real-World Impact
Make a tangible difference by volunteering directly with communities in need and seeing the results of your compassion firsthand.
Leadership Growth
Develop confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills through meaningful service projects and student-led initiatives.
Recognition & Achievement
Earn service hours as well as prestigious honors like the Presidential Volunteer Service Award and be celebrated at our annual Hands of Hope Awards Ceremony.
Community & Connection
Join a network of passionate students and partners who believe empathy can spark lasting change, together creating a ripple of hope that reaches far beyond high school.
Presidential Volunteer Service Award - Temporarily Paused
Note: The PVSA program is currently paused as the new U.S. president has not yet reinitiated the program after taking office. We will update this section once the program resumes.
About the PVSA
Hands of Hope is proud to be a certifying organization for the Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA). This prestigious national honor recognizes your commitment to community service and can be a valuable addition to college applications and resumes.
Award Requirements
The Presidential Volunteer Service Award has different hour requirements based on age groups, ranging from 26 hours for younger volunteers to 500+ hours for adults. Click the following button to learn more about the specific requirements for your age group.
* Lifetime Achievement Award requires 4,000+ hours of service for all age groups
Official PVSA Certifying Organization
Recognized by the White House
Jukebox Print Organization
Hands of Hope is proudly partnered with Jukebox Print, an organization that helps improve our marketing by being an amazing sticker producer. Their sponsorship helps us continue our mission of making a positive impact in our communities and outreaching across the globe.
Our Partners
We are proud to work with these amazing organizations and schools to make a difference in our community.
Voices of Hope
Daksh Shah
Co-Founder
As long as there are people in need, Hands of Hope will be there to lift them up.