Partnership Activities

Suggestions for partner activities 

A successful partnership is a two-way street. Both parties should benefit from activities. Here are some suggested ways your organization can assist a school:

• TWO Million Books initiative – donate books, e-readers or be a Reading Buddy
• Character development – help students understand and model good character traits
• Backpack Meals Program – help provide food for the weekend for selected students
• Mentorship
• Lunch Buddies – spend your lunch hour one day a week with a student
• Homework assistance
• Story telling or expressive reading
• Donations of supplies and materials
• Fund drives or grant writing
• Underwriting for school programs or guest speakers
• Clothes closet
• After-school activities
• Assistance with student incentives or awards program

And here are ways the school can return the favor:

• Chorus or musical group performance at your location
• Artwork for hallways or meeting rooms
• Speakers for group meetings
• Help with service projects 

 Virtual Volunteers

Members of your organization may not have the time to volunteer during school hours, but a school can still put their talents to work by providing projects they can work on from home.

• Edit a newsletter, design a flyer or update a web page.
• Working volunteers with artistic talents can provide curriculum enrichment before school or in an after-school program.
• Volunteers who speak or read a language other than English can serve as an interpreter for parents at school events or help translate materials for use by parents.
• Seek donations for student incentives or school-sponsored events.
• Help write volunteer recruitment materials.
• Advocate for volunteer time off with employers.