Sierra Service Project, or SSP, is an interdenominational Christian nonprofit organization that provides service opportunities in the Western United States to middle school, high school, combined youth groups and intergenerational teams during the summer and school year. SSP affirms and welcomes anyone who is interested in its programs, inviting youth into a closer relationship with God and one another through the transformative power of community-centered service.

At SSP, we strive to make each group’s experience rich in quality. We take care of most of the planning and logistics challenges, allowing each group’s adult leaders to focus on their relationships with their youth. Youth take on complex projects, learn how to safely use power tools, and cultivate teamwork and problem-solving skills. Working with others to strengthen communities different from their own allows youth to experience new cultures in an authentic way.

The SSP experience includes a tradition of games, songs, and lasting friendships. SSP has over 40 years of youth service, leadership, and home repair knowledge, is dedicated to physical and emotional safety, and provides nutritious meals and spiritual support to all volunteers.