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1 person is interested
Make a child smile - Volunteer at Masa's Día del Niño!
ORGANIZATION: Masa
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
DESCRIPTION
Día del Niño (Children's Day) is a celebration that originated in Mexico, and now is observed in many Latin American countries. Día del Niño focuses on the importance of loving, accepting and appreciating children. Masa will hold its 4th Annual Día del Niño on Saturday, April 28th from 2-4:30 pm and we need your help!
We are looking for volunteers to support in various areas, including
- Early Literacy: support young children and their parents with literacy and art activities.
- Science: conduct science activities with children ages 6 and up
- Art: conduct art activities with children of all ages
- Sign-In: Sign in attendees (MUST speak Spanish for this role)
- Raffle: Sell raffle tickets to event attendees, announce winners, and distribute prizes
- Facilities and Operations: Assist in overseeing the facility and ensuring it stays clean and safe
- Set up: Help set up the space from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm.
Volunteers must be able to volunteer on Saturday, April 28th from 12:45 - 5:00 pm (note: set-up volunteers up must be able to volunteer from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm).
New volunteers will need to complete a volunteer application and reference check before being placed at a station. To learn more about the event, please fill out our interest form or contact Christina at cnoland@masany.org.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
We are looking for volunteers to support in various areas, including:
- Early Literacy: support young children and their parents with literacy and art activities.
- Science: conduct science activities with children ages 6 and up
- Art: conduct art activities with children of all ages
- Sign-In: Sign in attendees (MUST speak Spanish for this role)
- Raffle: Sell raffle tickets to event attendees, announce winners, and distribute prizes
- Facilities and Operations: Assist in overseeing the facility and ensuring it stays clean and safe
- Set up: Help set up the space from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm.
Volunteers must be able to volunteer on Saturday, April 28th from 12:45 - 5:00 pm (note: set-up volunteers must be able to volunteer from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm). New volunteers will need to complete a volunteer application and reference check before being placed at a station.
EVENT WEBSITE
bit.ly/masa-DDN
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About Masa
Location:
2770 Third Avenue, 1st Floor, Bronx, NY 10455, US
Mission Statement
The mission of Masa is to promote educational attainment, committed leadership and civic engagement among underserved students living in New York City with a particular focus on those of Mexican descent. Through a variety of civic and educational partnerships, Masa provides positive guidance and support for underserved youth and their families. We encourage program participants to strive to their fullest potential by setting and achieving academic goals in our tutoring and mentoring program. Furthermore, by fostering cultural and civic awareness, we empower a future generation of active and involved citizens.
Description
Masa provides after-school and mentorship services to students of Mexican descent living in or near the South Bronx. The organization relies heavily on the work of volunteers to serve the varied needs of students involved in the program.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Neumann Hall601 Melrose AvenueBronx, NY 10455
DATE POSTED
April 17, 2018
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Child Care
- Event Management
- STEM
- Spanish
- Operations
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 14
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteer on 4/28 from 12:45-5pm
- Application