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95 people are interested
Ongoing Mentors for Youth
ORGANIZATION: Alonesy Inc
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95 people are interested
Alonesy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that aims to make support more available to teenagers via our mobile platform. Our official launch is set for December of this year and in preparation, we are expanding our mentor network. We are currently seeking volunteers for a typical Big Brother/Big Sister type of mentor that can connect with a child on an ongoing basis about everyday things such as school, dream jobs, family life, sports, etc. These mentors should be between the ages of 20-60 years old and must be able to pass a background check. As a volunteer mentor, you would be asked to check in on a recurring basis with your mentee via text, video call, and phone, etc. and create a bond with them! This is a nationwide opportunity and does not require you to be in the same location as your mentee. Just having someone to talk to can make a huge difference in their lives. Before assigning a mentee to you, we will go over some basic guidelines and learn more about you to ensure that you are paired with the right person.
More opportunities with Alonesy Inc
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Alonesy Inc
Location:
PO Box 18272, Richmond, VA 23226, US
Mission Statement
Alonesy aims to provide free mentoring services to struggling teenagers through an online platform.
Description
Founded by Jack Bowers as a senior in high school, Alonesy is one of the only providers of free online mentoring services. Currently, many adolescents are not seeking support due to stigma, lack of accessibility, and monetary constraints. Alonesy was created to bridge the gap between upper and lower class individuals to ensure that every person in need has access to support.
Unlike a crisis hotline, Alonesy prides itself on providing ongoing mentoring services. Mentors meet with individuals on a weekly basis and check in via text throughout each week.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
October 21, 2020
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Youth Services
- Child Development
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Social Work
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- This varies; however, ideally allotting two (2) hours per week to connect with your mentee is preferable.
- Smartphone, access to a quiet space, able to maintain ongoing support to your mentee, committed to maintaining discretion to ensure trust in your relationship with the mentee.