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WE NEED YOUR HELP TO DEVELOP URBAN TALENT FOR THE 21st CENTURY ECONOMY!
Do you qualify? Are you....
  • Committed to providing young adults with unique opportunities?
  • Knowledgeable about a topic that is relevant to entry-level people?
  • Enthusiastic about working with young adults from diverse backgrounds?
  • A clear communicator?
  • Friendly, Flexible and Fun?

If you want to make a difference in the lives of urban young adults, then we want you on our team. Become part of a dynamic, high-impact volunteer force, by completing this short form. We are actively recruiting volunteers now for our year-round classes which begin in August and in February.

individuals
  • Guest Speakers
    Share learning on industry topics such as Entrepreneurship, E-Commerce, Leadership, and other interest areas. Time Commitment: One hour session.
  • Job Coaches
    Assist with job preparation including resume writing and mock interviewing. Time Commitment: 1-2 hours.
  • College Application Advisors
    Assist with the application process, including writing essays and financial aid forms. Time Commitment: 1-2 hours per week.
  • Mentors
    Provide guidance, support and advice to Year Up students. Time Commitment: Meet twice a month for 12 months.
  • Curriculum Coaches
    Work one-on-one with students learning technical skills (e.g. Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and HTML). Time Commitment: In person, by phone, or by email - 2+ hours per week for 3-6 months.
  • Instructors
    Teach professional and/or technical skills as a member of our learning team. Time Commitment: 2-3 days per week.

Corporations
  • in kind donations
    Donate in-kind products and services or make a capital donation in support of Year Up's mission. We currently need up to date computer hardware, software, and office furniture/supplies.
  • Company Tour Guides
    Open your office to a team of Year Up students and let them shadow your employees for an afternoon.

If you have any questions, please contact:

Boston
Michelle Demars
mdemars@yearup.org
617-542-1533 ext.1037
 
New York City:
Keanna King
kking@yearup.org
212-785-3340 ext.1301
Providence
Jill Holloway
jholloway@yearup.org
401-421-7819
 
SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA
Jay Banfield
jbanfield@yearup.org
415-405-5064
Washington D.C.
Alice Drew
adrew@yearup.org
703-312-9327 x1204

"I spent a few months as a volunteer with Year Up and got to know the program and all the wonderful people who work so hard to fulfill its mission. This experience made me really feel invested in the program and to help out beyond my initial volunteer position."

Nicola Thompson
Volunteer and Mentor



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