Opportunity Details

At JA Finance Park presented by the USAA Foundation, each student becomes “an adult for the day” in an electronic simulation. The students are assigned a life scenario so they can experience firsthand the real-life challenges of making personal budgeting decisions. After calculating their net monthly income and savings goals, students visit kiosks that represent different budget categories such housing, health insurance, groceries, and utilities. Anyone with real world monthly budgeting experience can become a volunteer. JA Finance Park Volunteers play a key role by helping the students understand the concepts of personal financial planning and career exploration. Volunteers provide guidance and assistance while monitoring and verifying students’ work.
New Feature! Submit pictures to this volunteer event through the USAA Serves Mobile App - Should you choose to upload pictures from your volunteer experience, you are consenting to the use of your pictures and image by USAA as we see fit, internally or externally. Further, if there are non-employees in the picture(s), you warrant that you are able to grant the same permissions to use on their behalf. For this event, do not take pictures of the students.

Don't have your Volunteer shirt or need a new one? Instructions to order your shirt are under Quick Links above.

Guess what!?! Your volunteer hours for this event will be tracked automatically within 3 days of the event.

IMPORTANT NOTE FROM USAA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY: USAA Serves system does not send cancellation notices to the junior achievement coordinator if you remove yourself from the event. Students are scheduled for this field trip based on the number of volunteers signed up to participate. It is extremely important that if you sign up, you show up. If for some reason after signing up, you are unable to attend, you must do the following:
1. Notify martin Longoria at mlongoria@jast.org
2. Cancel your participation in USAA Serves so another USAAvolunteer can take your spot.
3. If your cancellation is within 7 days, you must call ja directly to notify at 210-490-2007 ext105 in addition to the steps outlined above.
Junior Achievement will need to work quickly to fill your spot so the students are taken care of. Our ultimate goal is to represent USAA’s brand well, be good corporate citizens and partners to our nonprofit community members, and most importantly be there for these students, many of whom are in economically disadvantaged areas. When we do not show, this makes the event very challenging for junior achievement, for the remaining volunteers, and for the students. Any questions about the policy above, contact usaaserves@usaa.com

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	5	n/a	n/a

Opportunity Details

At JA Finance Park presented by the USAA Foundation, each student becomes “an adult for the day” in an electronic simulation. The students are assigned a life scenario so they can experience firsthand the real-life challenges of making personal budgeting decisions. After calculating their net monthly income and savings goals, students visit kiosks that represent different budget categories such housing, health insurance, groceries, and utilities. Anyone with real world monthly budgeting experience can become a volunteer. JA Finance Park Volunteers play a key role by helping the students understand the concepts of personal financial planning and career exploration. Volunteers provide guidance and assistance while monitoring and verifying students’ work.
New Feature! Submit pictures to this volunteer event through the USAA Serves Mobile App - Should you choose to upload pictures from your volunteer experience, you are consenting to the use of your pictures and image by USAA as we see fit, internally or externally. Further, if there are non-employees in the picture(s), you warrant that you are able to grant the same permissions to use on their behalf. For this event, do not take pictures of the students.

Don't have your Volunteer shirt or need a new one? Instructions to order your shirt are under Quick Links above.

Guess what!?! Your volunteer hours for this event will be tracked automatically within 3 days of the event.

IMPORTANT NOTE FROM USAA CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY: USAA Serves system does not send cancellation notices to the junior achievement coordinator if you remove yourself from the event. Students are scheduled for this field trip based on the number of volunteers signed up to participate. It is extremely important that if you sign up, you show up. If for some reason after signing up, you are unable to attend, you must do the following:
1. Notify martin Longoria at mlongoria@jast.org
2. Cancel your participation in USAA Serves so another USAAvolunteer can take your spot.
3. If your cancellation is within 7 days, you must call ja directly to notify at 210-490-2007 ext105 in addition to the steps outlined above.
Junior Achievement will need to work quickly to fill your spot so the students are taken care of. Our ultimate goal is to represent USAA’s brand well, be good corporate citizens and partners to our nonprofit community members, and most importantly be there for these students, many of whom are in economically disadvantaged areas. When we do not show, this makes the event very challenging for junior achievement, for the remaining volunteers, and for the students. Any questions about the policy above, contact usaaserves@usaa.com

Available Shifts

Shift Name	Signup Max	Start	End
General	3	n/a	n/a

Opportunity Details

Engagez-vous auprès d’un jeune et faites avancer l’égalité des chances !

Rura vous offre la possibilité d’accompagner un jeune rural dans la construction de son projet d’avenir pendant un an, à raison de 2 heures par mois en visioconférence.
Confrontés à de nombreux défis, les jeunes des territoires ruraux font souvent des choix par défaut et ont besoin de mentors pour les soutenir dans leurs réflexions et réaliser leur potentiel, quel qu’il soit.

Embarquez pour une aventure humaine enrichissante !

Pour assurer l’alchimie entre le mentor et le jeune qu’il accompagne, Rura crée ces binômes via un matching basé sur les ambitions professionnelles ou les centres d’intérêts de chacun.
Devenir mentor Rura, c’est accompagner un jeune via au minimum une discussion par mois, pour l’aider à mieux se connaître, prendre confiance en lui et ainsi le/la préparer à élargir son champ des possibles !
Votre regard neutre et bienveillant, différent de celui de ses parents et du corps enseignant, lui permettra de se poser les bonnes questions et de faire des choix éclairés sur son orientation en l’aidant à relever les défis liés à l’endroit où il/elle vit (mobilité, auto-censure, absence de role model etc.).

Le volontaire idéal !

Que vous soyez actif, en recherche d’emploi, retraité ou étudiant en fin d’études, votre expérience est précieuse et demande à être partagée pour permettre aux jeunes des territoires de réaliser leur potentiel !
Tous les profils et secteurs sont recherchés, il suffit :
· D’avoir une bonne capacité d’écoute et de questionnement
· D’avoir l’envie de transmettre et d’épauler
· D’être prêt(e) à bousculer votre vision du monde et à apprendre de la nouvelle génération !
· D’être disponible 2 heures par mois pendant au moins 1 an, et d’être à l’aise avec les outils numériques pour pouvoir mener les échanges à distance

Opportunity Details

Unleash Your Inner Storyteller: Volunteer for Joy of Reading's YouTube Channel!

https://www.youtube.com/@joyofreading9885

Our Joy of Reading YouTube channel brings the joy of stories to children in schools nationwide. We're looking for passionate volunteers like you to record read-aloud stories!

What You'll Do

(*) Choose from a curated selection of engaging stories readily available online at Storyweaver.

A list of stories (https://storyweaver.org.in/en/lists/280462-green, https://storyweaver.org.in/en/lists/280463-red) that you choose from or you can select your own story from Storyweaver - https://storyweaver.org.in/.

(*) Sign up on this sheet - https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zWeMSy1VBiY-XHMvZMem6byBgTopFic2svzkwEAL_Vw/edit?usp=sharing (so that you do not repeat stories already done by another volunteer)

(*)Check out the guidance on recording, displaying the story on screen, and editing the final video

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(Instructions Document - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1h8rWeI-fHbYfYRsTfXwuDNlFw61Qql0peIxSzjzyOO8/edit?usp=sharing)
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No prior experience is necessary! But passion to read stories

When and Where:

• Record at your convenience from the comfort of any quiet location with a computer equipped with video and audio capabilities.

• Time Commitment: Each story typically takes around 75 minutes to record and edit, including your first attempt.

Opportunity Details

Inspire Young Minds: Volunteer for In-Person Read-Aloud Sessions!

Join our Joy of Reading program and become a role model for young learners! Volunteer to conduct in-person read-aloud sessions or other engaging activities centered around books

What You'll Do
Spend an hour with children at one of our partner schools, reading aloud stories, asking questions, and fostering critical thinking. Each volunteer will be assigned a group of 5 to 10 children of similar reading level to interact with. Some ideas on what you can do with your small group of children.
• Read Aloud a simple story book from our library (or you can bring one too), explain things around each page that is being read, ask questions on similar situations and just have a fun interactive story reading session
• You could choose an information/reference book and read out some science facts and build upon the same. You could help them retain some science facts and maybe conduct a quiz on what they remember at the end as an activity
• You could also choose your own activity conducting experiments, or leading an art project, or helping them learn technology - as simple as to how to leverage AI effectively for their daily learning.

Your goal is to inspire children to develop a love of reading and learning and mentor them. Make a Lasting Impact on Children's Lives

When and Where:
• Volunteer periodically throughout the year or when you get a chance.
• The sessions will be at any of the places where we have setup libraries - go through this form to understand the schools where you can volunteer -
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https://forms.gle/8G3oJUyL6Dc8sSG87
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• Time Commitment: Travel time plus an approximately 60-minute session

Signup
Contact us joyofreadingus@gmail.com if you want to volunteer or fill the form mentioned above

Opportunity Details

Inspire Young Minds: Volunteer One Hour of Sharing, A Lifetime of Inspiration!

Volunteer as a team and spend an hour with our kids and inspire them with your experiences and discuss the importance of reading and read some book from our library.

What You can do
One or two volunteers will be assigned a team of few children (6 to 10 - depending on the number of volunteers who come). They will be of the same reading level. Each group can spend an hour with children at one of our partner schools. The idea is to be interactive , sharing ideas and fostering critical thinking. Each volunteer will be assigned a group of 5 to 10 children of similar reading level to interact with. Some ideas on what you can do with your small group of children.

• Read Aloud a simple story book from our library (or you can bring one too), explain things around each page that is being read, ask questions on similar situations and just have a fun interactive story reading session
• You could choose an information/reference book and read out some science facts and build upon the same. You could help them retain some science facts and maybe conduct a quiz on what they remember at the end as an activity
• You could also choose your own activity conducting experiments, or leading an art project.

Your goal is to inspire children to develop a love of reading and learning. Make a Lasting Impact on Children's Lives

When and Where:
• Volunteer once during the Giving Campaign on pre-determined dates. Do a team event with a purpose this year!
• The sessions will be at one of these places MPPS Kondapur, MPUPS Madinaguda, ZPHS Miyapur.
• Time Commitment: Travel time plus an approximately 90 minutes (60-minute session and a short settling-in period.

Signup details:
You can sign up together as a team . Coordinate with joyofreadingus@gmail.com
Number of volunteers that can sign up for each session: ~10. If more volunteer’s signup we can assign 2 volunteers to a group. So max we can go upto 20 volunteers.

We can go every month if there is interest from the group

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Make a difference through art! Design your own mandala, a symbol deeply rooted in Himalayan tradition, and share it with a child living in the remote mountains of Ladakh. Your mandala will bring joy and connect you to the rich cultural heritage of the region.

PAINT a MANDALA: Step-by-Step Guidelines

1) Choose a Mandala Designer:
Use any of the links below to start creating your mandala(s) online:

https://www.coloringonline.com/
https://coloringbook.pics/antistress-coloring-pages/mandala/

*** for HAND-PAINTED Mandalas*** download the Mandala Coloring Book
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qilGwDdsg4QGEK58b6FZodAzpQ4bCDro/view?usp=sharing

2) Get Creative:
Paint as many mandalas as you like! Enjoy the calming, meditative process of coloring.

3) Save Your Artwork:
Download and save your completed mandala(s) as JPEG, PNG, or PDF.

4) Add a Message (Optional but Encouraged):
Include a message of hope, positivity, or cheer along with your mandala to brighten a child's day.

5) Send Your Mandala:
Email your mandala(s) to: pmamgain@livetoservefoundation.net

6) Log Your Volunteer Hours:
Record your volunteer time in the Benevity portal for Amrita-Seattle to help us leverage a company match.

Make a Child’s Day—One Mandala at a Time! 🌟
Thank you for supporting Live to Serve Foundation and spreading joy to children in the Himalayas.

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Virtual Volunteering Opportunity: Homework Help & Exam Preparation for Himalayan Village Children

Description: Help make a positive impact by volunteering to assist children from vulnerable and marginalized backgrounds in remote Indian Himalayan villages. These students, who are first-generation learners, need support in subjects like Math, English, Science, Social Studies, Hindi, and Tibetan. Your guidance will help them excel in their homework and exam preparation, building their confidence and fostering a brighter future.

Details:

What: 1.5-hour virtual session to assist children with homework and exam preparation.
Subjects: Math, English, Science, Social Studies, Hindi, and Tibetan.

Who: Children from underprivileged and remote areas in the Indian Himalayas, all first-generation learners. Grade level: UKG - 9

When: Flexible scheduling based on your availability and the children's study timetable.
How: Conducted via video conferencing; materials and guidelines will be provided.

Impact:
Your support will give these children the academic help they need to succeed and overcome educational challenges. By volunteering, you’ll not only improve their learning but also inspire a love for education in communities where such opportunities are scarce.

Sign up today and be a part of this transformative experience!

Opportunity Details

Storytime & Reading Comprehension w/ Children from Himalayan Villages

Description: Join us for a heartwarming and impactful virtual volunteering experience where you can make a difference in the lives of children from vulnerable and marginalized backgrounds in remote Indian Himalayan villages. During this one-hour session, you’ll read a story to a child and engage them in a reading comprehension exercise, helping to improve their literacy skills and spark their love for learning.

Details:

What: Volunteer to read a story to a child from our Himalayan education programs. You can either select a story from our pre-approved list or receive a PDF story assigned by our team. After reading, you will guide the child through a fun and interactive reading comprehension activity.

Duration: 1 hour (45 minutes of reading + 15 minutes of comprehension exercises)
Who: Children participating come from the most vulnerable, marginalized backgrounds in rural Himalayan villages. This program provides them with valuable educational support.
Platform: Zoom or Google Meet (link will be sent to you upon sign-up)

How it works:

Sign up: Once signed up, you will receive a confirmation email and a PDF story from our list, or you can choose one from the selection provided.

Join the session: On the scheduled day, join the virtual meeting and get ready to read and interact with a child.

Read & Engage: Read the story aloud, pausing to ask questions or explain key parts of the story. After the reading, lead the child through a short comprehension exercise to test their understanding and enhance their learning.

Submit Feedback: At the end of the session, we encourage volunteers to provide feedback on the child’s engagement and progress.

Why this matters:
By volunteering just one hour of your time, you are offering educational support that these children might otherwise not have access to. This activity not only strengthens their reading skills but also builds confidence and opens doors to new possibilities through education.

How to Sign Up: Click the link below to sign up and get started on this enriching journey of storytelling and learning. Together, we can make a lasting impact!

Contact: For any questions or additional information, feel free to contact us at pmamgain@livetoservefoundation.net

Join Us Today!

Opportunity Details

The Boston Debate League works with hundreds of dedicated volunteer judges to make sure that every student who comes to a tournament has the opportunity to debate. By sharing their time and talent, volunteers ensure access to the transformative benefits of debate and affirm the notion that young people have important and valuable ideas to contribute to society.

Volunteers serve as debate judges to listen, share encouragement, and offer feedback to students. Volunteer opportunities are availabile in English or Spanish. No prior debate experience is necessary. Training and meals are provided.

More information, including the link to register, can be found here: https://www.bostondebate.org/volunteer/