Volunteer

When: Between 2:40-4:30 ( one of) Monday- Thursday during the program year ( September- June)

What: Beginning September 2022 we are offering our students the option of transportation to our program as needed. We are looking for responsible drivers who would be willing to pick up specified students from a predetermined location and drop them off at our program in the afternoon. Ideally, we would ask that volunteer drivers be able to commit to driving one day per week, or at a minimum once every other week.

Requirements:

• must possess a clean criminal record check and vulnerable sector check

• must have a valid drivers license

• must provide a clean drivers abstract

• must possess a valid insurance of 2,000,000 liability

• must possess valid registration on the vehicle

• must provide three personal references

• must possess a vehicle in safe working order OR possess the necessary skills to drive a 15-passenger van

• clear and timely communication skills

• must be at least 25 years old and submit a drivers abstract for the last three years

When: Flexible Dependent on Fundraising Events

What: As a new non-profit organization, we are constantly working on new ways to fundraise so that we can keep our program open and free to students in need. Every fundraiser comes with hours of hard work to prepare. If you are a task-driven individual who is passionate about helping youth in our community, consider volunteering to help with one of our many fundraisers! Speak to one of our staff today to learn about upcoming opportunities.

Requirements:

• must present a clean criminal record check

• should be task minded

• clear communication skills

• as this position is more flexible, the successful volunteer should come to their interview with a list of their administrative strengths to better help us know where to utilize them

• must be at least 18 years of age

When: 3:30-5:30, a minimum of once a week ( Mon.-Thurs.) during the program year ( September-June)

What: The primary role will to to attend the program a minimum of once a week and seek to create safe, meaningful and trusting mentoring relationships with our students. The volunteer may be asked to take on additional responsibilities, such as helping to prepare snacks or cleaning up at the end of the day, but their primary role is to engage with students in a safe and positive manner.

Requirements:

• must present a clean criminal record check with a vulnerable sector check

• must be willing to commit to coming consistently through the program year

• must enjoy working with children and have a passion for connecting with, and supporting them , authentically

• should be comfortable providing some level of homework support to students as needed

• must be at least 15 years of age

• a background in music is not required but is an asset

When: 3:30-5:30 a minimum of once a week ( Mon.- Thurs) during the program year ( September-June)

What: The educational assistant (EA) will be assigned to a specific student and should have a basic background in music so that they can assist the student as needed in music classes. In this role, the volunteer acts in an educational capacity, but the primary responsibility is to build trusting relationships with the student they are paired with. The volunteer may be asked to take on additional responsibilities such as helping to prepare snacks or cleaning up at the end of the day.

Requirements:

• must present a clean criminal record check with a vulnerable sector check

• must be willing to commit to coming consistently throughout the program year

• must enjoy working with children and have a passion for connecting with, and supporting them, authentically

• should possess at least a basic background in music. The volunteer should understand the basics of rhythm and note reading

• should be comfortable providing some level of homework support to students as needed

• must be at least 18 years of age

When: Flexible

What: As with any program, there is so much that happens behind the scenes at Branches Fine Arts. From donor recruitment, to photocopying and prepping crafts, if you are an individual who would love to be a part of our program but do not have the time/desire to commit to working once a week with our students, we have a place for you. Consider volunteering in administrative support. This position will be much more flexible, with periods of great need often followed by slower seasons. If you should choose to volunteer with us in the capacity, we will keep your name in our database of administrative volunteers. Any time we have a task that could benefit from your help, we will reach out to you to inquire if the task might interest you

Requirements:

• must present a clean criminal record check

• should be task minded

• clear communication skills

• as this position is more flexible, the successful volunteer should come to their interview with a list of their administrative strengths to better help us know where to utilize them

• must be at least 18 years of age

When: 5:45-6:30 (approximately) every Sunday. Drop off bread at 1805 9 Ave N on Monday afternoons between 1:00-2:30 pm.

What: As part of our programming here at Branches Fine Arts, we provide a healthy snack to our students each day. We are thankful for our partnership with COBS Bread, which provides us with bread each week to use for snacks. We are looking for a volunteer who is willing to pick up the bread each Sunday at 5:45 pm and drop it off at our location, 1805 9 Ave. N., on Mondays between 1:00-2:30 pm. Usually, this pick up takes an hour on Sunday, and the time it takes to drop off the bread on Monday afternoon.

Requirements:

• must present a clean criminal record check

• must have a valid driver’s licence and the ability to drive to the south and north sides of the city.