Neighborhood Yard Help
A simple service business where kids help with light yard work that is safe and age appropriate. This idea is best for ages 8-13, starts around $0-$20, and gives families a clear path to a safe first sale.
- Age range
- 8-13
- Startup cost
- $0-$20
- Difficulty
- Easy
Best for
Kids who like being active and helping neighbors
Adult help
Adult guidance for tools, safety, and customer setup
Example price
$5-$15 for small jobs
What the child is really building
I help with small yard tasks so neighbors can get things done faster.
What to sell
Leaf pickup, watering plants, sorting toys, and light cleanup
Where to sell
Trusted neighbors and family networks
First customers
Neighbors, grandparents, and family friends
Time to first sale
1-3 days
Materials checklist
- Gloves
- Trash bags
- Rake or small broom
- Checklist
Safety notes
- Avoid heavy tools and sharp equipment
- Only do tasks approved by an adult
- Do not work in unsafe weather
Skills learned
- Effort
- Responsibility
- Scheduling
- Pricing
- Customer service
Frequently asked questions
What kind of yard help is safe for kids?
Light cleanup, watering, and simple organizing tasks with adult approval are the best options.
How do kids find customers?
Start with people who already know the family and trust the child.
Keep exploring
Pair the idea with planning help, pricing practice, and a few similar businesses that fit the same age range.
Kids business plan template
Turn the idea into a customer, pricing, and first-sale plan.
Pricing worksheet
Help the child decide what to charge with simple prompts.
Business fair guide
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Use an idea like this as the starting point for the 10-level journey
Foundra Kids helps the child take one idea through customers, pricing, the first sale, the final pitch, and the business pack. This page is an example starting point, not a preloaded in-app card.
10 Levels
Idea to first sale
Achievement Cards
Proof they worked through each step
Business Pack
Save the plan, pitch, and progress in one place