New York Edge Volunteer Opportunities
Participate in Speed MentoringParticipate in Speed Mentoring
Speed mentoring is a great way to connect New York City public school students with professionals in a multitude of industries to create open conversations on high school, college, career paths, and life choices. Students and volunteers rotate for a series of mini-mentoring sessions to keep the conversations flowing and exchange stories with multiple professionals. Become a mentor to give students the edge they need to succeed!
- Time Commitment: 1.5 hours
- Location: Corporate office or NY Edge site
- Number of Volunteers: 10 – 30
- Number of Students: 10 – 30
- Grade Levels: Middle School
- Materials: Students and mentors are provided with guides including suggested icebreakers, topics and questions
Speak on a Career Pathways PanelSpeak on a Career Pathways Panel
Visit a school and speak to students about your education and career! Motivate students to understand the importance of being prepared for college and their future careers by sharing your own experiences. This opportunity is great for corporations who would like to engage employees from different departments so that our students can gain a solid understanding of the different components that make up a company.
- Time Commitment: 1-1.5 hours
- Location: Corporate office or NY Edge site
- Number of Volunteers: 3 – 5
- Number of Students: 10 – 30
- Grade Levels: Middle School
- Materials: Volunteers provide a one-page company description and a short bio about each speaker so students can come prepared with questions
Read Aloud to StudentsRead Aloud to Students
Building literacy is a key initiative at New York Edge. Come to one of our classrooms to lead a read aloud and book discussion with our students!
- Time Commitment: 1-1.5 hours
- Location: NY Edge site
- Number of Volunteers: 1- 8
- Number of Students: 10 – 20 per classroom
- Grade Levels: K – 5
- Materials: Volunteers are provided with reading comprehension and discussion questions as well as a best practices guide
Restock a Food PantryRESTOCK A SCHOOL PANTRY
Join us at one of our school-based pantries to distribute food to families and restock shelves with staples for ongoing needs.
- Time Commitment: 2.5 – 4 hours
- Location: NY Edge pantry site
- Number of Volunteers: 10+
Host a Packing EventHOST A PACKING EVENT
Your corporate team can work together to pack donations for our students and families in need. Choose between packing care kits, grocery bags, or backpacks—or design your own kits to align with your mission!
Adopt a ClassroomAdopt a Classroom
Be a champion for one of our classrooms and help them fulfill their Amazon Wishlists for supplies and other supplemental materials that will enhance the learning experience for our students.
Share Your ExpertiseSHARE YOUR EXPERTISE
Financial literacy and technical skills are just some of the subject areas employees can help educate our students about. Consider coming into one of our classrooms to lead a workshop in your company’s area of expertise and empower students with the skills they need to succeed.
Volunteer at an EventVolunteer at an Event
Volunteer at one of our Arts, Sports and Wellness program events, such as our annual Step Competition (April), Spring Arts Showcase (June), or Flag Football Championship (December).
Join our Young Professionals CouncilJOIN OUR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS COUNCIL
The Young Professionals Council (YPC) is a group of mission-driven New Yorkers in their twenties and thirties motivated to give back to the local community. YPC offers networking and social events, fundraising initiatives, volunteer efforts, advocacy work, and training to become future board members. YPC members have opportunities to meet the New York Edge Board of Directors, sit on or lead committees, and plan events throughout the year.
- Time Commitment: Quarterly meetings
- Membership Period: July 1 – June 30
- Fundraising Commitment: $500 Give/Get per year
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