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Volunteer Application - Click here for the online volunteer application or download our PDF file
Mentor
Become an important person in the life of one of our youth by committing to spend one-on-one time cultivating a supportive relationship that has the potential to become a life-long attachment.
Requirements
An ability to commit to weekly contact with mentee; A commitment to consistently model positive life choices
Time Commitment
1 hour (or more) per week; Potential life-long commitment
Requirements
An ability to commit to weekly contact with mentee; A commitment to consistently model positive life choices.
Youth Activities
Collaborate on planning relationship building outings and events for our youth to enjoy. Outings/events need not be elaborate. Work with our Events Director to design themes that would attract and engage older foster youth at a church or school venue, such as bringing in a local sports celebrity to motivate and encourage youth. Or sign up to bring food and beverages for the evening’s event.
Requirements
Genuine heart for college-age youth; A spirit of fun; Donations contributed toward outing expenses appreciated
Time Commitment
Time commitment varies by occasion; Scheduled on a periodic basis
Life Skill Workshop Facilitator
Present a one hour workshop on a Thursday evening sharing a skill you have. Topics commonly covered by the Life Skill Workshop series include: Study Habits, Nutrition, Fitness, Healthy Communication, Job Search Skills, Basic Auto Maintenance, Self Defense, Conflict Resolution, Basic Computer Skills, Finance Management, and Cooking. Feel free to suggest additional topics for consideration.
Requirements
Knowledge of subject being presented; Hands-on approach and sense of humor a plus
Time Commitment
1 hour per workshop; Scheduled on a periodic basis
Academic Tutor
Assist a youth in overcoming academic challenges by providing one-on-one tutoring sessions in a subject in which you excel.
Requirements
Knowledge of academic subject; Patient and affirming demeanor; Availability to provide weekly tutoring sessions approximately one hour in length
Time Commitment
One hour weekly as needed
Administrative Assistance
Assist with basic administrative duties - answering phones, making phone calls, faxing reports, typing correspondence, stuffing envelopes, updating records, internet research, running errands, etc.
Requirements
A friendly demeanor; Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as basic office equipment a plus
Time Commitment
Opportunity available for 2-3 hours per week commitment; Opportunities to help with special projects scheduled a periodic basis
Fundraising Assistance
Assist with special fundraising efforts - stuffing envelopes for mass mailings, coordinating details for special events, grant writing, etc.
Requirements
Strengths in administrative skills and attention to detail plus
Time Commitment
Varies by project
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