Recruiting for AmeriCorps Seniors FGP Program in Humboldt County

Save to Favorites

ORGANIZATION: AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program/North Coast Opportunities

The AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent volunteers in Humboldt County classrooms and provide the kind of comfort and love that sets a child on a path to a successful future. AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers report better health and longevity having served their community.
Qualifying AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers need to commit to at least 10-15 hours a week and can expect to receive a small stipend, mileage reimbursement. If you are interested in finding out more, please contact Kristy at the following: Cell: 707-502-2566 Email: kevansizer@ncoinc.org

More opportunities with AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program/North Coast Opportunities

No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.

About AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program/North Coast Opportunities

Location:

PO Box 6914, Eureka, CA 95503, US

Mission Statement

NCO develops and provides services that strengthen our communities, one person at a time. AmeriCorps Seniors strive to engage Americans 55 years and older in volunteer service and to provide one-on-one support to children with special needs to improve their academic, social, or emotional development.

Description

Who We Are!
The Foster Grandparent Program is a part of AmeriCorps Seniors, a federal agency that encourages adults 55 and older to share their skills, talents and experiences to meet a wide range of community challenges. NCO Volunteer Network sponsors and administers the Foster Grandparent Program for Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake Mendocino, and Sonoma Counties.

Who is eligible to become a
Foster Grandparent?
Foster Grandparents MUST:

  • Be 55 years or older
  • Meet income requirements
  • Consent to a comprehensive criminal history check
  • Adhere to our code of conduct and all other program policies
  • Be physically and mentally able to perform assigned activities
  • Have a willingness to learn and grow through on-going training
  • Have a genuine desire to work with children and youth

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Community
Seniors
Children & Youth, Community, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Multiple locations Eureka, CA 95501

(40.813477,-124.146095)
 

SKILLS

  • Mentoring
  • Child Development

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 55
  • Orientation or Training
  • 10-40 Hours a week

Report this opportunity