Description:

Provides volunteer/service positions when a person applies through AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps Vistas. Positions will be one year of service.

Eligibility:

Program is Limited to Residents of Lake County

Languages:

None

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call or visit during program hours

Documents Required
- Picture ID
- Social security card
- Birth certificate
- Proof of Income

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

$50,000 Foundation, framing and roof trusses for one new low-income home
$25,000 Used pick-up truck for use at worksites
$20,000 One summer conservation crew of students
$15,000 Student computer lab for a year
$10,000 Construction tools, lumber, and materials for training
$7,500 Mental health support and group counseling for students for 6 months
$5,000 Work boots and personal safety gear for construction students
$2,500 Student celebration events and graduation
$1,000 GED or Penn Foster High School Diploma for one student
$750 Stipend and bus passes for one student
$500 Social justice field trips and speakers
$250 Food and fun field trips
$100 Standing desks for students
$75 Uniform for one YCC student

Volunteer Opportunities:

Business or motivational speakers
Career Readiness- assists with mock interviews and resume building
Educational tutor
For other opportunities, please call 847-623-0900

Date of Official Change:

December 12, 2023

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