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19 people are interested
Touch a Life be a "Mentor"
ORGANIZATION: CORPUS CHRISTI COMMUNITY RESOURCE COUNCIL FOR TEXAS YOUTH
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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19 people are interested
Being a Mentor makes a world of difference for youth!!
Did you know that...........
¨ Volunteer mentors make a significant impact on the rehabilitation of youth
¨ Mentoring reduces recidivism
¨ Mentoring reduces re-incarceration rates
¨ Mentoring improves reading level
¨ Mentoring helps youth obtain a high school diploma
¨ TJJD mentors make a commitment to youth for a minimum of six months
¨ Mentors meet with their mentee for four-eight hours (4-8) each month
¨ Mentors are carefully screened and trained prior to a match
CONTACT ME IF YOU’RE INTERESTED IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE!
Jarvis J. Soileau
Community Relations Coordinator for San Antonio/Corpus Christi
Texas Juvenile Justice Department
1402 N. Hackberry
San Antonio, TX 78208
210-335-8572 (office)
210-912-5427 (cell)
210-335-8592 (fax)
Email: Jarvis.Soileau@tjjd.texas.gov
Website: http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/programs/volunteers.aspx
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About CORPUS CHRISTI COMMUNITY RESOURCE COUNCIL FOR TEXAS YOUTH
Location:
422 ENTERPRIZE PARKWAY, 1402 N. HACKBERRY, CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78405, US
Mission Statement
(a) Promote mutual understanding, cooperation, and involvement of the community, as determined to be in the best interests of youth receiving services from the Texas Juvenile Justice Department;
(b) To create additional resources to enhance the care, treatment and rehabilitation of youth; and
(c) Promote volunteer involvement and fun-raising for local needs and programs.
Description
The Corpus Christi Community Resource Council for Texas Youth (CCCRC) is a non-profit organization is affiliated with York half-way House. York House is a Texas Juvenile Justice facility located at 422 Enterprize Blvd. for juvenile offenders who are transitioning back into the community. The (CCCRC) is established and dedicated for the sole benefit of the youth residing at York House. The Council acts as a liaison between the treatment center and the community in promoting mutual understanding, cooperation, and improvement.
The Council also raises funds to benefit the youth. The State of Texas provides shelter, food, clothing, counseling, and education for the children. The Council provides items and services the state simply cannot. Some examples include: Christmas gifts and parties for the youth; Incentive Dinners (special dinners provided for youth who have shown progress in the program); Graduation gifts; Travel funds for family members who need assistance to visit their child; Birthday cakes and small gifts for each youth; and Special projects.
The Volunteer Council is a non-profit, charitable agency affiliated with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and State Volunteer Resource Council for Texas Youth. No goods or services will be exchanged for this donation. The tax exempt ID# is 74-2391045.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
422 Enterprize ParkwayCorpus Christi, TX 78405
DATE POSTED
March 7, 2016
SKILLS
- Mentoring
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2 to 4 hours a week