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Presidential Volunteer Service Award

Earn the PVSA at Learn To Be

The PVSA was established in 2003 to recognize the important role of volunteers in America's strength and national identity. We have awarded the PVSA to hundreds of volunteer tutors for their dedication to underserved youth around the nation.

PVSA Temporarily Paused: As of May 27, 2025, the PVSA program is paused due to federal funding cuts to AmeriCorps. This means Learn To Be cannot currently process or distribute awards. This is outside of our control, but we're ready to issue awards as soon as the program resumes. Thank you for your service and understanding.
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PVSA through Learn To Be

Why volunteer with Learn To Be?

Earning the PVSA through Learn To Be is an easy way to impact the life of a young student who needs it.

We've given out hundreds of PVSAs to people of all ages.
Make a difference in the lives of young students, directly from home.
Our tutor platform helps automate your hours tracking and reporting.

How To Qualify

PVSA Requirements

U.S. citizens & permanent residents of all ages are eligible. Hours must be completed within a 12-month period or over a lifetime depending on the award. This table provides a detailed breakdown of the requirements for each award and age level.

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PVSA Hour Requirements

How It Works

One student. One tutor. Every week.

Select a student you think you can help. We'll provide you with everything you need to help your student be their best self at school!

1

Apply Online

Tell us more about yourself so we can determine if Learn To Be's online tutoring program is the right fit.

2

Find A Student

Search through student profiles to find the perfect fit for you based on your tutoring experience and schedule.

3

Tutor

Meet with your student every week as a mentor and guide them on their journey to unlocking their full potential!

FAQs

Some common questions we get about the Presidential Volunteer Service Award