THE 50 YARD CHALLENGE
50 yards.Countless acts
of kindness.
Help a neighbor. Build confidence. Make a difference.
The 50 Yard Challenge inspires kids ages 8–17 to provide free yard care for neighbors in need, strengthening communities one lawn at a time.
Big hearts. Four simple steps.
Sign up
A parent or guardian registers their child using the form below.
Get your starter kit
Wait for your program shirt and safety gear before beginning.
Serve your neighbors
Provide free yard care for neighbors who need a helping hand.
Track your progress
Document and submit each lawn as you grow through the challenge.
Every 10 lawns, a new shirt.
Start in white. Grow through every milestone.
White
Start
Orange
10 lawns
Green
20 lawns
Blue
30 lawns
Red
40 lawns
Black
50 lawns
Big kindness.
Brand-new equipment.
When kids complete the 50 Yard Challenge, they earn a brand-new lawn mower, weed eater, and blower.
It’s a celebration of their hard work—and a way to keep the kindness growing, one neighbor at a time.
- Lawn mower
- Weed eater
- Blower
HONORING 50 LAWNS OF SERVICE
50 lawns.A lifetime of pride.
A new way to wear the kindness they’ve shared.
Kids who complete the 50 Yard Challenge earn a special black jacket to celebrate their hard work and service.
Sign up for the 50 Yard Challenge
EARNED,NOT GIVEN.
Worn with pride.
More Than Mowing
Kindness inevery season.
Mowing, raking, or shoveling—every act of service makes a difference.
Mowing Lawns
Helping neighbors care for their lawns.
Spring & SummerRaking Leaves
Lending a hand with fall cleanup.
FallSnow Shoveling
Helping clear snow for neighbors in need.
WinterSmall acts. Lifelong lessons.
Responsibility
Learn to be dependable and take pride in your work.
Confidence
Build skills, try new things, and see what you can do.
Compassion
Make a real difference for people in your community.
Ready, set, serve safely.
Submit your lawn photos.
Share your progress so we can celebrate each milestone.
How to Submit Lawns →Ready, set, grow good.
Help your child turn kindness into action. A parent or guardian can register up to three children together.
A few things to know.
One lawn at a time. Every act of kindness matters.
Who can join?
Kids ages 8–17 can take part. A parent or guardian completes the registration and supports their child throughout the challenge.
Is there a deadline?
There is no deadline to finish. It’s a marathon, not a sprint—serve at a pace that works for your family.
What counts toward the challenge?
Mowing lawns, raking leaves, shoveling snow, and picking up trash count toward the challenge. All service must be free.
What if three children sign up together?
Families registering three or more children together are required to complete 100 lawns. This form accepts up to three children in one registration.
When can my child begin?
Wait until the program shirt and safety gear arrive before beginning. Program shirts are required while serving.
What if a homeowner doesn’t want a photo?
Respect their choice. Take a photo of your child in the yard after the work is done instead.
Let’s grow good, one lawn at a time.
A little kindness can make a lasting difference.
Join the 50 Yard Challenge ↑