Volunteer

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.

Inspire career exploration

• • Host a job shadowing day at your workplace 
  • Provide internship opportunities at your workplace
  • Share your expertise on a career panel
  • Review scholar resumes and conduct mock interview 
• Support our family team programs
  • Decorate our Holiday Heart donation pick-up area 
  • Wrap sweatshirts for our Holiday Heart program
  • Stock and help support our Haven House Pantry
• Rapid Impact Activities
  • Mobilize colleagues, family members, or friends for a "Done-in-a-Day" Project
  • Host a staff appreciation luncheon, recognizing our dedicated team.
  • Volunteer at our family events or fundraisers, fostering a sense of community and celebration.