Teens Make a Difference

Teens Make a Difference is a program that recognizes the amazing work young people do in their community! The program is an annual award recognition ceremony designed specifically for high school students who complete 25 or more hours of community service for non-profit organizations. The event is hosted by Inland Center Mall in San Bernardino and Arrowhead United Way.

To participate in the program you will need to follow these easy steps:

  1. Print out a Teens Make a Difference Timesheet to keep track of your community service hours. Hours must be validated by the organization where volunteering occurred. TMAD Timesheet
  2. Find a volunteer opportunity that fits your interest. Click here to use our Volunteers United database to search for an opportunity.
  3. Turn in your valid Teens Make a Difference timesheet with recorded hours to your school site coordinator by the due date.
  4. Look for your Teens Male a Difference award ceremony invitation in the mail and come to the event.

How can my high school participate in the Teens Make a Difference program?

If you are a school administrator, teacher, or club advisor for a high school within our service area and are interested in getting your high school involved with the Teens Make a Difference program, please contact Rebecca Martin at RebeccaM@AHUW.org.