Foster Grandparent Program - Volunteers Needed to Mentor Children

Call 701-483-5335 - text 701 260 7117 - email office@ndscdev.org

We are looking for volunteers in Bismarck, Jamestown, Minot, and Dickinson for the Foster Grandparent Program. The Foster Grandparent Program is a nationwide program and has been around for over 50 years. This program recruits volunteers 55 and older to work one-on-one with children who need a little help. The programs goal is to engage seniors to help and mentor children by guiding their emotional, social, and academic growth. Qualifying volunteers will also receive required training, an hourly stipend, and reimbursements for meals and mileage.

- Make an impact - As a Foster Grandparent volunteer you will be able to help children in the community develop the academic and life skills that are critical to their development and future successes. Sharing your time and experience can assist children in preparing for school readiness, be there to support children while they learn and grow, help them tackle tough subjects, and guide them into making decisions that keep them on the right path. We will match your skills and passions to opportunities that interest you.

Volunteering just 5 hours a week could make a major difference in a child's life!

Volunteer tasks could include.

Comfort/Communicate/Model appropriate social skills.

Reading/Writing

Positive encouragement/redirection

Help with schoolwork.

Social/Emotional guidance

Program Qualifications must - be 55 or older

Applicants must meet the program age, income, and background check requirements to receive an hourly stipend and mileage reimbursement.