America Gives is the America250 initiative aimed at making 2026 the largest year of volunteer service in U.S. history.
The program encouraged people and organizations to contribute time and effort in their communities during the semiquincentennial year. Its service opportunities included projects connected with veterans and military families, environmental work, youth mentoring, community support, and other charitable activities.
America Gives was designed as a nationwide call to service rather than a single event in one city. Businesses, nonprofit organizations, schools, faith communities, and civic groups could participate, helping connect the anniversary with practical acts of public service.
The initiative also included Giving 4th, a related effort to promote July 4 as a recurring national day of charitable giving. That focus distinguishes America Gives from America’s Field Trip, which was a student contest, and America’s Startup, which promoted collegiate entrepreneurship.