Other Volunteer Opportunities:Concerned Black Men, Inc.7200 N. 21st Street- Philadelphia, Pa 19138-2102 Concerned Black Men of Philadelphia, Inc. (CBM), a minority community- based organization, has been working within the African American community for more than two generations. CBM, founded in 1975 by five law enforcement officers, was originally founded to address Philadelphia's violent gang problem. Based on this foundation and tradition, CBM strives to achieve its mission of encouraging youth to be aware and proud of their heritage, maximize education opportunities, and be socially conscious and responsible. Unique to CBM is its approach to affecting change. CBM activities are driven by the articulated needs of the community. CBM members are concerned community residents who participate in the protection and development of our community. This involvement is facilitated by the composition of the Board of Directors, all community residents, and regular CBM- hosted forums where community input is solicited. These activities and programs translate into more than 15,000 community service hours annually. CBM's Youth Mentoring Program is a new initiative for 2002-03. This initiative will allow CBM to begin school-based mentoring of male and female middle school youth for the first time in our history. The program will combine the mentoring relationships with life/ social skill development and academic support. Our partner schools for the 2002-03 school year are: Ada H.H Lewis, Ivy Leaf, Grover Washington, Jr., and Wagner, potentially serving 160 youth in northwest Philadelphia. Thus, CBM is in the process of recruiting mentors to participate
in its Youth Mentoring Program for 2002-03. Both male and female
mentors are needed. Mentors will be screened, trained, and assigned
to a young person for cycles of fifteen (15) weeks, with meetings
once weekly for a minimum of two hours. This is an opportunity for
committed individuals to provide a valuable community service by
nurturing, supporting, and modeling for young people at a pivotal
juncture in their lives. With a minimum commitment of thirty (30)
hours, volunteers will contribute to, and share in, the positive
holistic development of an at-risk young person. Interested parties
should contact Keith Hendricks, Program Coordinator at (215) 276-2806 DiscoveryGreat resume building opportunity! Perfect for education majors,
psychology majors, AND anyone who likes kids! Who: 2nd - 5th graders, looking for a role model like YOU! As a volunteer, you would have the exciting opportunity to work one-on-one or in small groups with the children of Dunbar and Ferguson Elementary schools. You would help Grade Captains facilitate lessons and activities, focusing on science and math, to these enthusiastic youth. Fall 2002 brings the return of Discovery to Ferguson Elementary School in its 8th successful year, and the start of Discovery at Dunbar Elementary School. Join the FUN and SUCCESS of DISCOVERY and get involved in the lives of the children! To get involved in Discovery, please call 215-564-4544 or email simpkins@philacares.com. Discovery runs on the following dates:
We at Philadelphia Cares and the children at Dunbar and Ferguson THANK YOU for getting involved! S.O.A.R. (Seeking Out Alternative Responses)Purpose: Students identified as needing support beyond what the school offered in developing conflict resolution / problem solving skills. The I CAN PROBLEM SOLVE Program was used during the past school year and was deemed successful by administration and data collected. Goal for the upcoming school year is to increase the number of students served. WANTED: Individual(s) interested in a rewarding volunteer position to assist middle school students in acquiring the skills to appropriately problem solve and resolve conflict. Individuals(s) must possess patience, initiative and a willingness to learn. Individual(s) should also be an independent worker and feel comfortable giving and receiving suggestions. Individual must be at least a senior in undergraduate school to apply for this opportunity. Candidate should have experience working with middle school students. Areas of study of applicants should be psychology, social work or education Job Description: Receives training to implement I CAN PROBLEM SOLVE. Conducts groups with students identified as needing additional support beyond what the school offers. Ratio staff to students will be one staff to 4/5 students Sessions will occur once a week, hourly sessions. Conducts a maximum of three groups a day. Conducts individual sessions as needed. Series of sessions will be conducted during the school year. Groups will be gender homogeneous. Interested candidates can contact and send resume to Curry Bailey , Middle School Safety Program Coordinator @ (215) 291-5828 email: curry_19151@yahoo.com, curry_19151@yahoo.com or Carmen Santiago , GEAR-UP Coordinator @(215) 291-5828. Candidates must have current Child Abuse and Criminal Record clearances. Teaching Small ChildrenCamden Parish Needs Help!! Teach young children the faith. Sunday School CCD. St. Joan of Arc Church, 3107 Alabama Road, Camden. Less than 30 minutes from La Salle, just off I-676. Spanish and/or English. Small classes: 4-6 students, one hour class, one hour preparation, one hour round-trip travel. Contact Dr. Hallahan in Religion Department, 215-951-1666 or call the parish at 856-962-8642. Fund RaisingThe Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund provides advocacy,
education, resources and financial assistance for uninsured needs
of families caring for seriously Call Donna Hagerty 215 643-0763 |
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