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167 people are interested
StandUp for Kids Volunteer Training
ORGANIZATION: StandUp for Kids - DC
Please visit the new page to apply.
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167 people are interested
Requirements to volunteer:
Live in or near Washington, DC; be 21+; commit to at least six months of volunteering 2 or more times per month in 2-3 hour shifts; complete training (including THIS virtual training event); and pass a background screening .
We are StandUp for Kids: A unique organization totally run by people like you, and our volunteers truly to make meaningful changes in the lives of homeless, displaced, and run-away young people. Our training on Monday, February 12, 2024 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm Eastern on Zoom is for prospective volunteers. It is a great way to learn how to work directly with homeless youth through street outreach, mentoring/tutoring youth in schools, and supporting youth in other ways. We also have a number of behind-the-scenes opportunities in advocacy, communications, and development.
JOIN US IF YOU ARE: Someone who cares about vulnerable youth and believes in a personal responsibility to give back some of the gifts and privileges you have. Stick with us and you will truly make a difference in the lives of youth, deepen your own skill-sets, and meet great people. WHAT: This interactive overview and beginning training is open to all new volunteers who want to work directly with homeless and at-risk youth or behind the scenes in other roles. Please note that classroom training is one part (step 2) of the full training to become a volunteer with us. Our training checklist with six steps is at www.standupforkids.org/washingtondc/training-schedule . WHERE: ZOOM. A link will be provided to all who RSVP through this Volunteer Match. If you can't make it but want to be informed of a later training date, please email me.
I look forward to meeting you.
Director of Training, DC Program (volunteer)
Former National Board Chair/Member
StandUp for Kids
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About StandUp for Kids - DC
Location:
PO Box 75983, Washington, DC 20013, US
Mission Statement
The mission of StandUp for Kids is to end the cycle of youth homelessness. We do this one life at a time. Every day, homeless youth face obstacles that most of us cannot comprehend. Where will I have my next meal? When can I shower? Where will I sleep tonight? We assist homeless youth in tackling some of their everyday obstacles and work towards a life of safety, good health, and connections off the streets.
Description
StandUp for Kids is a national non-profit organization dedicated to ending the cycle of youth homelessness in local communities like ours in Washington, DC and 17 other cities across the country. Since 1990, we have cared for homeless and at-risk youth by transitioning them from crisis to connection. We give our youth a sense of safety, hope, and belonging through housing support, mentoring, drop-in centers, and street outreach. We bear the highest independent ratings for fiscal stewardship of all donations.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
March 17, 2024
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Youth Services
- Advocacy
- Career Counseling / Coaching
- Child Advocacy
- Fundraising
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- A minimum of 2 shifts per month, each lasting about 2-3 hours.
- Must submit 3 character references and pass a background screening.