Be Part of a Worldwide Volunteering Movement in 2026 | International Volunteer Year 2026
International Volunteer Year 2026
Join Youth for Seva for #Mission1Million as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the UN’s International Year of Volunteer 2026. Experience the joy of giving and help us deliver one million hours of Seva for our communities and nation.
Together we build, together we serve!
What is International Volunteer Year 2026 (IVY 2026)?
The United Nations has declared 2026 the International Volunteer Year (IVY 2026) to recognize volunteerism as a key driver of sustainable development!
We join this global movement with #Mission1Million, a national initiative to bring together 10 lakh volunteers to contribute one million
hours of service. This is your chance to be part of India’s largest volunteer wave!
IVY launch event Videos
Our Promise with IVY 2026!
Here’s everything we’re striving towards as part of the international volunteer year!
Clear Mission
1 Million hours of volunteering across education, healthcare, environment, and community development.
Year-Long Journey
Join activities throughout 2026 with flexible options to contribute at your own pace.
Global Movement
Connect with volunteers worldwide and be part of a historic celebration of service.
Lasting Impact
Create sustainable change in communities through structured volunteering programs.
Seva Sab Ke Saath
There’s Something for Everyone!
Whether you’re a student, a professional, or a corporation, you can make a difference. Find the path that’s right for you.
For Individuals & Communities
Seva Champions
Be the heartbeat of change. Volunteer across villages and rural communities (Tier I & II areas) to drive sustainable growth at the grassroots.
Sadhanapath
Elevate your leadership journey. This transformative fellowship nurtures learning, growth, and collaboration to create meaningful change.
Large Scale Volunteering
Join thousands of volunteers in major national campaigns and be part of a movement that drives real, large-scale change.
Seva Parivar
Once a part of the YFS family, always a part of it. Re-join the seva journey with us.
For Students & Campuses
Campus Change-Makers
Lead the movement of youth-led impact. Become the next generation of compassionate leaders by bringing the spirit of service to your college.
For Corporations & Organizations
Corporate Seva Partnerships: Collaborate with us. We co-create lasting social impact through CSR initiatives, employee sabbaticals, and mission-driven programs.
Fueling Philanthropy: Strengthen India’s volunteer ecosystem by supporting YFS to bridge gaps in infrastructure and resources through purposeful engagement.
Impact that Matters
We focus on sustainable community transformation, not just logging volunteer hours.
Trust & Transparency
Honesty drives our mission. Accountability is assured in all our actions.
Living Seva
Volunteering at YFS is about passion, empathy, and authenticity—every single day.
Our Community & Reach
Ready to Join the Movement?
Your time, talent, and energy can drive transformation. Seva is waiting for you.
Ready to shake up the world? Join us to take action and rise as a leader.
Bring volunteering into your organizational DNA. Collaborate on CSR, employee engagement, and legacy-building programs.
Want to donate to our campaigns? Register as a donor today!
We’d love to hear from you!
Let us know how you felt about YFS’ events and activities as part of the International Volunteer Year 2026 through the form below! Just mention the event or activity that you were a part of and let us know how you felt!
Contact Details
Registered Office
Youth for Seva, Jnanagiri, #75/76, 4th Cross, 2nd Main, Soudhamini Layout Konanakunte, Bengaluru – 560 062, Karnataka