THE VOLUNTEER CENTER, SOUTH BAY-HARBOR-LONG BEACH

Our Youth Program Special Services

"From giving back to the community, I am now able to see a world
outside of mine."

helps our youth help the community,
giving them the tools for a positive volunteer experience,
guiding them to deeper understanding through reflections, and
empowering them to help peers get connected through volunteering.

"I feel lucky to have been a part of something that comes from the heart and helps others but helps me, too."

-Jake Olson, 15
Summer Service Learning Program

Youth Speak Out on Volunteering

"To know you contributed a part of the whole gives you an indescribable feeling. From volunteering, I've learned about a new "me" who is willing to commit to help my community."

"Some people think elders are annoying, a hassle, disruptive, boring and demanding but on the contrary, they are gentle, sweet, fun, willing to live and easy to love. We should treat them as we would like to be treated when we are older."

"Volunteering totally prepares you for a job some day. The skills you learn are the same."

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AT THE HEART OF HELPING
.....SINCE 1963

"A Person starts to live when he can live outside himself." -Albert Einstein

To ensure the quality of our programs, the following fee schedule is in effect

Consultation
A short interview to match students, youth group and scout troops, interests and needs with a non-profit agency.

Guidance on Senior Project topics
Follow up to ensure satisfactory placement
Helpful resources related to volunteering
Looks great on a college application

Summer Service Learning Program
$35.00/student, $25/add'l sibling
This program is for students aged 13-17 interested in meaningful volunteering at pre-screened agencies in the summer months. Special components make this an ideal and fun way to volunteer.

Pre-Service Training
Orientation at non-profit agency
Reflection Circles
Celebration Evaluation
Service Learning Certificate

The Volunteer Center Youth Coalition $25/representative
A Coalition of South Bay public and private high schools where representatives are trained to promote youth volunteerism at their schools through understanding community needs. Coalition members create and implement a region-wide service project for National Youth Service Day.

Pre-Service Training for Teens
$10/person, minimum 15 attendees
This invaluable two-hour interactive training prepares youth for the real world of work-volunteering by giving them an understanding as well as tools for success.

The Volunteer Center is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of lifelong volunteers by providing meaningful volunteer work and ensuring participants have a positive experience through pre-service training. For more information on youth programs call or email youthprogs@volctr-sobay.org.