Volunteer Opportunity Details:

Last updated on February 26, 2010

The goal of the School Buddy Program is to create solid relationships between volunteers from our community and children from area schools by having our School Buddies meet once a week for a hour with a student.
What children become involved in the School Buddy Program?: Children are between 1st and 6th grade. We currently serve children attending the Wisconsin Rapids Elementary Schools and at the Baker Street Boys and Girls Club. A student is referred to the program because of difficulties with scholastic and/or social skills. Our program goal is to help any child in need of an additional friend or role model.
When do School Buddies meet?: School Buddies meet with a child on school grounds during designated school hours. School Buddies are asked to commit themselves to the program for at least one hour per week for the school year.

We are looking for caring, consistent volunteers that are willing to spend a hour a week with a child. We encourage applications from high school age and up. Requirements: Commit to the program for one full school year, and be able to meet once a week for 1/2 to 1- hour. Must be able to provide own transportation to and from the meeting site. The applicant must also pass a screening process (background checks, interview).

This opportunity is sponsored by: Big Brothers Big Sisters

We need volunteers who are free at these times Weekdays Weekly This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (55+)

Contact Person: Ben Natzke, Case Manager - Intern, (phone), (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

1921 Baker Drive Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 (See a map)

Directions:

We are located in the Boys and Girls Club building on the second floor.

Details where opportunity can also be performed

This opportunity can also be performed in these locations:

Cities:		Wisconsin Rapids
Counties:		Wood