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22 people are interested
Volunteer Opportunities to Support Former Foster Youth
ORGANIZATION: Aspiranet
Please visit the new page to apply.
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22 people are interested
Are you looking for a way to give back to your community in a meaningful way? There are hundreds of current and former foster youth in our community who are making the transition from foster care to independent living.
These young people ages 18 - 25 need mentoring and guidance from people who are willing to share their life experiences, skills and support. In just a few hours a week, you can have a lasting impact on a young person in our community.
Become a Life Skills Seminar Leader
We need people with expertise on a number of topics, including budgeting/personal finance, resume writing, health and nutrition, and more!
Become A Direct Service Volunteer
We need volunteers for a wide variety of roles, including providing move-in support, assisting with special events, office administrative support, or helping to support our holiday gift drive.
Become an Experience Coach Mentor
There are hundreds of former foster youth in our community who are making the transition from foster care to independent living who need mentoring and guidance from people willing to share their life experiences, skills and support.
Experience Coach Mentor Requirements
- Willingness to share your life experiences and skills with a former foster youth
- Make weekly contact with your former foster youth
- Ability to make a minimum commitment of one year
- Background and reference check
Additional Program Benefits
- 8 hours of up front training
- 1 to 1 matching process to ensure a good fit between mentor and youth
- Ongoing training and support
San Bernardino Orientations Held 2nd Wednesday of the Month
August 9, 2017 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
September 13, 2017 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
October 11, 2017 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
November 8, 2017 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
December 13, 2017 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
January 10, 2018 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Riverside Orientations:
Please call to schedule private orientation
3600 Central Ave, Suite #5 Riverside, CA 92506
(located in the University of Redlands courtyard across from US Bank)
Get Involved Today!
To learn more about any of the volunteer roles listed above, contact:
Jennifer Chapa, Community Advocate
jchapa@aspiranet.org
909-890-9022 x 3532
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Aspiranet. We have many opportunities for volunteers interested in helping emancipated foster youth successfully transition to adulthood.
More opportunities with Aspiranet
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Aspiranet
Location:
720 E. Carnegie Drive, Suite 250, San Bernardino, CA 92408, US
Mission Statement
Our vision is to take collective action to support communities and families as they love and care for children. Our focus is on bringing the spirit of innovation to those who need our services, not only to support our vision of success, but to raise hope and empower the communities we cherish. People of all ages can benefit and contribute through collaborative community programs that strengthen relationships. At the heart of our work are strong values of respect, integrity, courage and hope. We celebrate community members as they discover the hero inside themselves and in each other.
Description
Since 1975, Aspiranet has been dedicated to creating permanent, lifelong connections for children, youth and families in California.
A nonprofit 501(c)(3) community-based organization headquartered in South San Francisco, we offer a statewide network of innovative and multi-faceted services that enhance the lives of over 10,000 families each year.
Aspiranet’s 35 core family support programs in 44 locations are run by more than 1,000 compassionate employees committed to strengthening and empowering communities through the Aspiranet network.
Though Aspiranet’s scope is large, our approach is personal. Our caring staff cultivates local communities across California, one connection at a time.
Joint Commission AccreditationAspiranet is proud to have earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for accreditation for a number of our programs.* The Joint Commission has been acknowledged as the leader in developing the highest standards for quality and safety in the delivery of health care, and evaluating organizational performance based on these standards.
CAUSE AREAS
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720 E. Carnegie DriveSuite 250San Bernardino, CA 92408
DATE POSTED
December 15, 2017
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Nutrition
- Fundraising
- Administrative Support
- Tutoring
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 25
- Orientation or Training
- Time commitment varies based on volunteer level.
- Mentors are required to make a one year minimum commitment to their mentees.