Volunteer, Tacoma!
What can you do to help a child struggling in school?
If you’ve ever wondered, what one person can do to address the challenges of our complex education system — this is it. Find time to volunteer with a child or a teen. An hour a week is ideal because research shows the impact of consistent, one-on-one support. For example, weekly tutoring over a year can raise a student’s reading level by a whole grade. But there are also more flexible opportunities.
Our community is bearing witness to an ever-growing achievement gap, as verified by the research included in our resources. By acting now, together, we can turn the tide. A good education is the most promising pathway out of poverty. By educating our children, we create a safer, more prosperous community for everyone.
Volunteer an hour and make an impact! Learn how you can Find Your Hour
We have something for every volunteer. No matter what you are interested in, we will find a way to help your interests and skills be put to good use. Relationships formed by tutoring and mentoring are incredibly rewarding and as students learn and grow, you will too. Simply by reading this, you have taken the first step in making a difference. Take the next step: learn about opportunities to volunteer and submit a message of interest. Never tutored or mentored before? Not to worry, training will be provided.
