Our mission is to empower young people to affect positive change in their communities. You can help build a better tomorrow. It starts right here. Right now.
The Roots & Shoots Model focuses on best-practices in Service Learning to grow compassion and action in young changemakers. Together, we're growing a movement.
Anyone, anywhere can make a difference for people, other animals, and the planet we share. Get started by exploring and creating your own community project!
"Roots creep under the ground to make a firm foundation. Shoots seem new and small, but to reach the light they can break through brick walls." ~Jane Goodall We are…
“Roots creep under the ground to make a firm foundation. Shoots seem new and small, but to reach the light they can break through brick walls.” ~Jane Goodall
We are a Roots and Shoots group in Jefferson County, Washington and the surrounding areas on the Olympic Peninsula inspired by the amazing Jane Goodall! We plan fun events for kids of all ages (and their parents or adult family members) to participate in community projects that give back to our community in various ways and help our children learn the importance of environmental stewardship and compassion for all living creatures.