Volunteers play an essential role at Open Doors Academy. When you show up for scholars, you help build their confidence, expand their opportunities, and strengthen the communities we serve.
Ways to Get Involved
We support our scholars and families year-round, so there are always opportunities to engage. Here are some of the ways you can get involved and make a difference:
- Support Scholars' Academic Success
- Pageturners
Join our "Pageturners" club and read with elementary scholars and discuss books or assignments with middle and high schoolers to build literacy and critical thinking skills. Ideal for groups of 5-15. - Count Me In
Become a member of our "Count Me In" club and play math games with K–5 scholars to build skills and confidence. Ideal for groups of 5-15. - Volunteer as a Tutor
Provide weekly one-on-one or small-group support in English or math. Contact us to learn more. - Summer Camp Helper
Assist our staff in elementary camp. Contact us to learn more.
- Career Exploration & Development
- Career Panels & Industry Insights
Share your career journey and professional expertise to help scholars explore real-world pathways. - Mock Interviews & Résumé Review
Help high school scholars strengthen interviewing and workplace readiness skills. - On-Site Visits & Job Shadowing
Welcome scholars to your workplace for a behind- the-scenes visit. - Internship Opportunities
Provide real-world experience through summer or school-year internships.
- Make a Difference For Our Families
- Holiday Heart Program
Purchase and wrap gifts for ODA families during the holiday season. - Summer Food Backpack
Pack or distribute weekly food backpacks for scholars. - Haven House Pantry
Organize a workplace drive or donate essential items for families. Find what our families need most: opendoorsacademy.org/havenhousepantry
- Make a Difference For Our Community
- Help at Family or Program Events
Support events during the school year and summer — or serve as a judge for Spelling Bees, Pitch Challenges, and more. - Fundraising Support
Organize or assist with drives and initiatives that directly support ODA scholars.
- Rapid Impact Activities
- Summer Camp Move-In & Move-Out
Help our team set up and close out our summer camp sites. - Staff Appreciation Lunch/Dinner
Host or deliver a meal to show appreciation for our dedicated team. - Holiday Sweatshirt Wrapping Party
Join the party and wrap sweatshirts for our scholars. - Event Support
Join our team to help with set-up, guest support, and activities at family events like the Holiday Dinner and International Festival.
Thank you for helping us create a welcoming, engaging environment where scholars can learn, grow, and thrive. We’re grateful to have you as part of the ODA community.
