Learn and Serve America, a national service program active from 1994-2011, engaged students, educators, youth workers, and community members in service-learning. The program made grants to schools, higher education institutions, Native American tribes, and community-based organizations to assist in the planning and implementation of service-learning programs.

Service-learning is an education and youth development strategy that connects learning objectives with meaningful service to the community. Students build civic, leadership, and academic skills while strengthening communities through service. Benefits include improved academic achievement, increased student engagement and civic skills, and stronger communities.

No funds have been appropriated for the program since 2011. Due to multi-year funding, six Youth Engagement Zone grants and several higher education grants are still active. All program grants will conclude by September 2013.