EduMate NYC is a group of students virtually supporting young New Yorkers with their school work during the pandemic. EduMate NYC was founded by a team of college students who are all proud graduates of NYC public schools.
The focus is on serving K-12 NYC public school students from low-income households, students experiencing homelessness, undocumented students, English language learners, students with special educational needs and others who face disproportionate barriers to accessing education.
Visit the EduMate NYC website https://www.edumatenyc.org/home
Tutor sign up form is here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8EDOFDm00CJrnltfJ-Tp_T0wnmJduv8Xp1rLzec_RdoFf9Q/viewform?entry.1750533059=TutorSignupSpring2020
The Historical Society of Pennsylvania, founded in 1824, is one of the nation’s largest archives of historical documents. We are proud to serve as Philadelphia’s Library of American History, with over 21 million manuscripts, books, and graphic images encompassing centuries of US history. HSP serves more than 4,000 on-site researchers annually and millions more around the globe who use its online resources. HSP is also a leading center for the documentation and study of ethnic communities and immigrant experiences in the 20th century, and one of the largest family history libraries in the country. Through educator workshops, research opportunities, public programs and lectures throughout the year, we strive to make history relevant and exhilarating to all.
There are internship opportunities available during all semesters in: archival work, performing arts, conservation, stacks management, and education.
The Center for Culture, Art, Training and Education (CCATE) is dedicated to empowering the Hispanic community in the greater Montgomery County area in PA through the promotion of culture, art, education, and work training.
CCATE searches strategically to open multi-disciplinary programs that support four key sectors of a successful community: culture, art, training, and education that will empower the Latino community to make their dreams come true through the holistic development of the community. At CCATE there are a wide range of volunteer opportunities. Tasks range from technology room assistance to mentoring bright students, “whatever your skills, it is certain you can contribute simply as existing as a part of CCATE’s community” (quoted from the CCATE website).
Contact CCATE by phone at (484) 685-3633 or by email at obed@ccate.org to find out more about their available volunteer opportunities.
Lutheran Children and Family Service of Eastern Pennsylvania commits itself to serve vulnerable children and families in community through culturally competent ministries of care, nurturing, shelter, advocacy, and counseling, including but not limited to foster care, adoption, family preservation, education, resettlement, housing and job development. Students can get involved with our refugee resettlement program, BOOST after school program, and our West Philadelphia Senior Community Center.
The Lutheran Children and Family Service Refugee Resettlement Program is a local affiliate of the National Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, which assists refugees and asylees through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of State. When a refugee family arrives to the area, Lutheran Children and Family Service is responsible for gathering available resources, finding housing and employment, and providing general cultural orientation. Our refugee resettlement services are designed to create a smooth transition to life in the local community and to promote economic self-sufficiency. Volunteers are needed to mentor refugee families, escort refugees to appointments, provide homework help for refugee youth, set up refugee homes, assist with ESL classes, tutor unaccompanied refugee minors, collect donations, and provide childcare at workshops.
BOOST (Best Out of School Time) is a program through Lutheran Children and Family Service that provides before and after school programs to over 900 youth at 11 schools in Southwest, West, North, and Northeast Philadelphia. Volunteers are needed to assist with homework and lead clubs and workshops for our students.
The West Philadelphia Senior Community Center (WPSCC) is a program through Lutheran Children and Family Service that offers dynamic and rewarding activities and events for older adults, ages 50 and above, who are residents of Philadelphia. WPSCC offers a computer lab with new computers and iPads for instruction and use, a fitness room with physical trainer and various exercise programs, as well as an array of daily classes and activities that enrich the mind, body and spirit. Volunteers are needed to teach classes in topics such as Spanish, quilting, woodworking, and scrapbooking.
The mission of Philadelphia Futures is to provide low-income and first generation college students with the necessary tools and resources to achieve success in college and beyond. Philadelphia Futures provides the opportunity for committed volunteers to pair with a high school student through their mentoring program. A mentor is expected to provide support for one young adult by exposing them to new social, cultural and educational experiences. The friendship and guidance that can be provided by a mentor is critical to student success. Mentors communicate regularly with their student and meet up at least once a month. Mentors are required by state law to undergo a child abuse clearance and as well as a criminal record check.