While many students were taking a break from school, nearly 50 Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference participants invested part of their summer in becoming stronger leaders and preparing to make a difference in their communities. During three-day Middle and High School Leadership Camps, participants practiced the skills they will use to lead Hands4Hope Clubs and After-School Committees throughout the coming school year. Through interactive workshops, mock meetings, team chal

Join us in congratulating and supporting the elected leadership of Hands4Hope On-Campus Middle and High School Clubs! They will have the important jobs of engaging their Club members and working together toward a rewarding year-long service-learning club experience. Most of these leaders took time out of their summer to work really hard on preparing to lead their clubs at Hands4Hope Leadership Camp. Middle School Hands4Hope Clubs Camerado Springs Middle School Hands4Hope Club

Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference has an opportunity for local leaders to join its Board of Directors. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for volunteering and for the Hands4Hope mission of inspiring and empowering youth in leadership and service. The Board of Directors meets 5-6 times per year, participates in various events throughout the year, brings expertise in areas relevant to the organization, such as nonprofit governance, estate planning, marketing

With the start of a new school year comes the season for students from El Dorado Hills to South Lake Tahoe to join their on-campus Clubs at 12 middle and high school locations! The Club experience puts youth led learning through service at the center of the Club's activities. Each Club is guided by one of our experienced and caring Education Team Staff Members, who ensure that the environment stays positive, inclusive, and focused. Many school campuses host a "Club Day" to in

Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference proudly celebrates the incredible success of the 2026 Kids Zone at the El Dorado Hills Town Center Fireworks & Freedom Concert on July 3. Thanks to the dedication of youth leaders, adult mentors, volunteers, sponsors, the local community and favorable weather, this year's event was one of the most successful Kids Zone events to date. Families from across the community enjoyed a fun-filled, family-friendly experience featuring activities