How can I contribute to beginner-friendly open-source projects in JavaScript and React as a college student?

I’m a college student with experience in JavaScript and React, and I want to start contributing to open-source projects. While I’ve researched how to get started, most resources I’ve found are too general, and I’m struggling to find projects that are beginner-friendly and relevant to my skills.

I’ve tried searching for issues labeled “good first issue” and “beginner-friendly” on GitHub, but many projects seem inactive or advanced for my level. I also want to know the best way to approach maintainers and how to submit my first meaningful pull request.

Any recommendations for active open-source projects that welcome beginners in web development, or tips on how to navigate the contribution process, would be really appreciated.