Resources to help you plan and lead a great mission trip!
Our SERVE Resource Box contains many valuable resources for your church youth group as you are preparing to be a part of a SERVE mission experience (or see host team resources). Below, you will find a planning calendar, promotional ideas to build momentum, communication tools for your parents and students, registration information, and much more!
If you have any questions about the downloadable resources below or need any additional information, we are happy to help! You can contact us at SERVE@ThereforeGo.com or 616-241-5616. We look forward to you and your group being a part of SERVE, and we hope the resources below are helpful in your preparation!
Promotional Materials
Feel free to email serve@thereforego.com with any other logo or image requests for use in your promotion.
SERVE Planning Calendar
Calendar with reminders and deadlines to keep planning easy.
SERVE 2026 Theme Video
This video showcases the theme for SERVE 2026; it’s a great hype video for your students or a great way to show your congregation what SERVE is like.
Invite Card
Your students can hand these cards out to invite their friends who may be interested.
Theme Social Media Post
A photo you can share on your social media for the SERVE theme this year.
Printable Posters
Bullet Insert
Can be used for promotion to your youth group or entire church congregation.
Powerpoint Backgrounds
Countdown to SERVE Social Media Photos
Photos you can share on your own social media to countdown to SERVE
Wallpapers for Computer and Phone
Registration Resources
SERVE Planning Calendar
Calendar with reminders and deadlines to keep planning easy.
Consent to Travel Form
Form that parents of participants sign for traveling.
Border Crossing Information
Initial information for preparing to cross the US/Canada border.
2026 SERVE Liability Waiver Form
Every participant attending SERVE must complete and bring this form with them to their mission site.
Scholarship Application
Funds may be available if financial assistance is needed
2026 Student Registration Worksheet
You can use this form to collect information from your students so you can register them online
2026 Leader Registration Worksheet
You can use this form to collect information from your leaders so you can register them online
110 Fundraising Ideas for Mission Trips
A list of ideas fundraising ideas to help you fundraise for SERVE
Leader Expectations & Resources
Pre-Trip Leaders’ Meeting Outline
A detailed outline to cover important information for adults who are interested in serving as a leader at SERVE
Pre-Trip Leaders’ Meeting PowerPoint
Slides to accompany the leaders meeting outline
Covenant for Participants
Overview of the guidelines for participating in SERVE mission trips
Responsibilities of Adults
Overview of the responsibilities of serving as an adult leader
Student Handbook
Guidelines and expectations of students participating in SERVE
Leader Handbook
Guidelines and expectations of adults participating in SERVE
Guidelines for Building Relationships
Practical advice for building relationships with students
Guidelines for Serving Safely
Guidelines for ensuring students are adults work safely
Guidelines for Leading Small Group Discussions
Useful points about leading your small group in meaningful conversations
What We Believe
ThereforeGo’s Statement of Faith
Pre-Trip & Post-Trip Resources
Spotify Roadtrip Playlists
A playlist crafted for your drive to your SERVE site; coming Spring 2026
Complete Guide to Planning a Youth Mission Trip
How to plan a youth mission trip from beginning to end
How to Plan a Mission Trip
7 things to do when planning a mission trip for teens
Steps to Create a Lasting Impact
Pre-and post-trip resources to continue the momentum of SERVE after the mission trip
Pre-Trip & Post-Trip Teaching Ideas
Teaching ideas for your group
Parent’s Letter
An informative letter for parents explaining the week and mission
Parent’s Meeting Outline
A detailed and editable outline to cover important information and vision for the parents of students who would like to attend SERVE
Student Expectations Video
This video helps explain to students what the SERVE week looks like with the basic schedule and activities they’ll be doing, and some rules and expectations
Commissioning Litany
Many churches use this the Sunday before students and leaders depart for SERVE; coming soon
