- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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6 people are interested
Lead fun activities for kids and youth!
ORGANIZATION: Low Income Housing Institute
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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6 people are interested
The Low Income Housing Institute provides housing for low income, homeless and formerly homeless people, advocates for just housing policies, and assists those we serve in maintaining stable housing and increasing their self-sufficiency.
Our North Seattle site, Aki Kurose Village, is a home to more than 200 low income individuals, including over 90 kids. Many of its residents are in the process of transitioning out of homelessness; others are working families who can't afford market rate apartments.
Kids and youth living in this community are looking for a volunteer to lead fun and educational after-school activities in their community room and/or outdoor play area next door. Help build community among Aki Kurose Village youngest residents and enjoy a fun time with kids from around the wolrd!
Plan, coordinate and lead weekly activities for a group of up to 10 kids ages 5-10; secure activity supplies as needed. Some ideas of activities you may propose to lead include: arts, crafts, reading, games, sports, and more! You will plan your activities and supplies with the on-site program coordinator.
- Give low income families transitioning out of homelessness an opportunity to focus on putting their lives back together
- Enjoy the company of our resilient, loving, open and welcoming kids who embrace every chance they have to play and have fun with volunteers
- Make friends from around the world! Many of the families living at this site are refugees
- Volunteer by yourself or apply with a friend, a family member, etc
Time commitment & Schedule: Your activity can take place on any weekday anytime between 11am and 6pm. We ask that you volunteer once a week for 2-3 hours.Transportation: Free parking is available. Location easily accesible by bus.
More opportunities with Low Income Housing Institute
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Low Income Housing Institute
Location:
2407 First Ave,, Seattle, WA 98121, US
Mission Statement
The Low Income Housing Institute develops, owns and operates housing for the benefit of low-income, homeless and formerly homeless people in Washington state; advocates for just housing policies at the local and national levels; and administers a range of supportive service programs to assist those we serve in maintaining stable housing and increasing their self-sufficiency.
Description
LIHI develops and provides affordable housing to 4,000+ low income, homeless and formerly homeless people, including families. In 2019, an estimated 11,199 people experienced homelessness in King County alone. Many of LIHI housing projects focus on transitioning families and individuals out of homelessness, including chronically homeless populations. Most of the units developed by LIHI are occupied by formerly homeless households.
LIHI assists our residents with services that help them maintain stable housing and prevent them from becoming homeless again (e.g. through improving resident income and/or education status, dealing with long standing mental and physical health conditions) and increase self-sufficiency.
We also help homeless individuals and families remain healthy & employed: LIHI operates the Urban Rest Stop - an innovative hygiene center for the homeless located in downtown Seattle; a safe, clean and dignified place where as many as 500 homeless individuals, families, elders and youth access restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities each day. This center is open seven days a week, with extended hours specifically designed to assist homeless persons who are working or seeking employment. 60% of URS patrons have steady employment, but can't earn enough income to afford the rent.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
11506 Stone Ave. NSeattle, WA 98133
DATE POSTED
September 26, 2017
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18