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2 people are interested
Research and Development - Grant writing
ORGANIZATION: Sumner Teen Center
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2 people are interested
Sumner Teen Center is combating the rising statistics in youth homelessness, mental health issues, crime and suicide through creative educational programs. The three most common contributors to the statistics are insecurity, loneliness, and no sense of purpose. Current programming is designed to create a sense of security through training of basic life skills, and create a sense of community or belonging through group projects with like minded peers and help develop their sense of purpose through identifying individual strengths and guiding them on their path to discovery of purpose. We are open to all teens in the area. Our goal is to equip students with skills, resources, and knowledge that will enable them to be productive and valuable citizens. By providing fun and engaging programs, we entice them away from their devices and enable them to engage with their peers and adults, building much needed social and communication skills.
We are looking for creative individuals who are problem solvers that can take on one or more of the following tasks:
- Research available grants on a national and local level for adolescent education funding.
- Follow the filing instructions and restrictions and apply for available grants.
- Meet and share STC community impact with local business owners and managers.
- Assist with student and community outreach projects.
More opportunities with Sumner Teen Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Sumner Teen Center
Location:
976 Grassland Place, Gallatin, TN 37066, US
Mission Statement
The Sumner Teen Center is an innovative nonprofit agency providing a FREE, safe, nurturing community for high school teenagers in Sumner County, Tennessee. Our Center’s goal is to support parents and join with schools, businesses and professionals in community to encourage the transition of our teenagers into successful adults.
Description
We lead the next generation of warriors, and the battle they face is the battle of the mind!
Growing trends in teen homelessness, unemployment, mental health struggles and even suicide have prompted us to study the root of the problem. Most of the time, it is a sense of hopelessness. Too many teens do not see their full potential. They are bullied and even programmed by society to think that they have no worth. When it gets really bad, they do not have the brain development to see the possibility of hope.
We've learned that hope is a sense of self, safety and community. This is where our warrior is found! In 2020 we are helping teens to find their inner warrior. WAR PAINT Whether for battle or celebration, the painted face of the warrior is unique to the individual. STC uses art as a means of self-expression, healing and fun. ARMOR The warrior's armor is designed for battle. It protects the warrior's weakest parts. The armor we build is that of confidence, skills and wit. TRIBE A warrior does not go into battle alone. He is supported by his tribe. They find a tribe here at STC. We are artists, gamers, actors, athletes and activists.
Be a part of the movement to change the way we teach the next generation...the generation that will take care of us one of these days!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
976 Grassland PlaceSumner Teen CenterGallatin, TN 37066
DATE POSTED
February 19, 2020
SKILLS
- Resource Development / Management
- Donor Management
- Business Development & Sales Management
- Fundraising
- Grant Writing / Research
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 25
- Up to 6 hours per week, as available
- Basic computer and writing skills. Interested candidates need to be polite and well spoken. A good knowledge of non-profit grant/fundraising is preferred.