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Change someone's life. Give them the gift of literacy.
ORGANIZATION: AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP in New York City/CSSNY
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Help struggling readers improve their literacy. Volunteer to help youth and adult students throughout NYC transform into confident readers who are excited about learning.
Training is provided.
This opportunity is part of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. In order to volunteer through RSVP, you must be 55 or older. RSVP has hundreds of opportunities throughout the five boroughs of NYC in addition to the above mentioned. Contact us today to schedule an interview and find a new passion!
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About AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP in New York City/CSSNY
Location:
633 Third Avenue, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10017, US
Mission Statement
AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP in New York City was started in 1966 by the Community Service Society (CSS), an over 170-year-old nonprofit agency. CSS's mission is to identify problems which create a permanent poverty class in New York City, and to advocate the systemic changes required to eliminate such problems. CSS will focus on enabling, empowering and promoting opportunities for poor families and individuals to develop their full potential, to contribute to society, and to realize social, economic, and political opportunities.
Description
AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP in New York City matches adults 55 and older with meaningful volunteer opportunities at New York City nonprofits. With more than 2,300 volunteers, our program is one of the largest senior volunteer programs in the nation. There are over 600 of us which operate nationally and many that do so internationally. We match volunteers on the basis of interests and abilities, community needs, geographic convenience, and experience.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
633 Third Avenue10th FloorNew York, NY 10017
DATE POSTED
August 26, 2016
SKILLS
- Mentoring
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 55
- Orientation or Training
- 2-4 hours/week