Social Activity

Acts of Service Scavenger Hunt

Acts of Service Scavenger Hunt turns service into an active group challenge with small helpful tasks children can complete right away.

Time25 to 40 minutes
Best ForSmall teams
SpaceChurch building or approved outdoor area
SuppliesClue cards, pencils, small service supplies as needed

How To Run It

  1. Choose safe service tasks that can be completed in the building or nearby approved spaces.
  2. Write each task as a clue or checklist item.
  3. Divide children into teams with an adult or youth helper for each team.
  4. Send teams to complete tasks such as stacking chairs, picking up paper, or writing kind notes.
  5. Have teams return and share which act of service felt most useful.
  6. Thank the children for blessing the ward through small efforts.

Task Ideas

  • Straighten hymnbooks or chairs.
  • Write a thank-you note to a teacher.
  • Pick up litter in an approved area.
  • Organize activity supplies.
  • Make a cheerful sign for a classroom door.