Experience Matters
AmeriCorps and RSVP programs
National Service programs play a vital role in supporting America’s culture of service. They are a catalyst for community solutions and a champion for the idea that every American can make a positive impact. Our nation was built by engaged citizens, like you, so get involved in your community today.
AmeriCorps program
AmeriCorps is your moment to take the path less traveled, to break the status quo, to stop talking about the problem and be the solution. Join AmeriCorps to improve lives and foster civic engagement.
Arizona’s children and school-aged kids across the nation lost ground academically,
emotionally and socially during the pandemic. The students in our community need your help! Here is an opportunity for you to be a difference maker and to help students succeed in school and life.
The ASU Lodestar Center's Experience Matters AmeriCorps Program is partnering with the Phoenix Afterschool Center (PAC), an out-of-school time program run through the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department. Participants serving in the PAC Program provide a variety of age-appropriate, developmental activities that are fun, stimulating and enriching to children in primary grades.
Work sites are located within schools and community centers throughout the City of Phoenix boundaries. The PAC program runs through the public school year. Hours vary by school site and are typically 2 to 6 p.m. and one day a week for early release, as early as 11:30 a.m. with flexible daily hours and number of days served to meet your needs when possible. You'll be supported with training and guidance. If implementing activities and planned educational
enrichment programs for youth sounds exciting – this is for you!
You need to be able to pass a background check and serve 300 hours over a six-month period
(approximately 12 hours per week).
Benefits
This is an AmeriCorps opportunity with a stipend and education award for motivated,
friendly and outgoing individuals who enjoy working with school-age children.
Participants who are 55 years or older at the start of their service can gift the education
award to their children or grandchildren.
The greatest benefit, however, is to impact the lives of children in more ways than we’ll ever
know, and to meet regularly with likeminded peers to share and improve the experience,
for you and the students.
Interested in learning more about becoming an Experience Matters AmeriCorps Member?
Start a conversation with our team to learn more.
Ready to apply?
AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP
AmeriCorps Seniors is one of the largest volunteer networks in the nation for people 55 and over. You can use the skills and talents you’ve learned over the years or develop new ones while serving in a variety of volunteer activities within your community. Experience Matters AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) matches dedicated adults age 55+ with volunteer opportunities that match their passion, skills, experience and talent.
Option 1: Mentors with Paradise Valley Unified School District's AVID program
ECAP (Education and Career Action Plan) is a nationwide program designed to improve high school graduation rates and prepare students for college and career. Mentors work with motivated high school students to provide support and guidance on their journey.
Option 2: Tutors with Paradise Valley Unified School District's Volunteer in Paradise
Make a difference in a child’s life by helping them gain the reading skills needed to learn and succeed in life. Volunteers receive training and materials and do not need any prior teaching or tutoring experience.
Option 3: Youth after-school mentors
Studies have shown that a committed, caring adult can help youth to stay engaged in school and be hopeful about their future. Volunteer youth mentors will receive training and do not need prior mentoring experience.
Option 4: Days of service and short-term volunteer opportunities
Looking for a smaller commitment? Volunteer on a day of service or during other short-term, episodic opportunities.
Interested in learning more about becoming an Experience Matters AmeriCorps Seniors Member?
Start a conversation with our team to learn more.
Ready to apply?
Complete your Experience Profile.
If you need assistance, contact the AmeriCorps Seniors Program Manager, Jeanne-Marie Hill, at jeanne-marie.hill@asu.edu.