Not an unfamiliar face to K-12 education, service learning has been a part of public and private education in the U.S. since their inceptions as formal institutions.  To fulfill the promise of a democratic society, service learning takes on renewed relevance in this era of education reform.  The following links will connect you to some of the most innovative and expansive service learning programs throughout the country.

Learn and Serve - Providing funding and training to service-learning programs, Learn and Serve grants are made possible by the Corporation for National Service.

National Service-Learning Clearinghouse - True to its name, the Clearinghouse supports Learn and Serve grantees, as well as other programs engaged in service-learning through the collection and dissemination of information and materials.

Learning In Deed - A national initiative funded by W.K. Kellog Foundation, promises to engage students in service to others as part of their academic life.  This site is a tool for becoming informed about and involved in service-learning.

National Dropout Prevention Center - Advocating service learning as a possible remedy to curtail the high school dropout rate, the National Dropout Prevention Center provides technical assistance to agencies taking up the cause.

National Youth Leadership Council - NYLC develops and publishes service-learning and leadership curriculum. The Council also provides training and technical assistance for young people and adults.

Random Acts of Kindness - Kindness, fervently advocated on the behalf of the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation, is viewed as an extension of service learning.  The Foundation also provides help with project planning, publicity, materials development, and general consultation.

American Institute for Public Service - Founders of the National Youth Service Day and the President's Student Service Awards, AIPS proposes to attract students into public and community service.

Project America - Project America works with corporations, large member organizations, national and local nonprofits, and communities to design collaborative service initiatives that involve people of all ages in volunteer efforts. 

Youth Service America - YSA is a resource center and serves as an alliance of 200+ organizations committed to service learning.  Among its major initiatives are the Youth Service Information Network, the Youth As Assets Campaign, and the Institute for Leadership Training.