AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program
Learn about the AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparents Program.
Become a Foster Grandparent
Make a difference in a child's life one smile, one lesson, one day at a time.
The AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program connects caring adults age 55 and older with local schools and early childhood education centers where they provide encouragement, mentorship, and individualized support to children and youth who need it most.
As a Foster Grandparent Volunteer, you can:
- Help children build reading, math, and communication skills.
- Encourage academic success and confidence.
- Support teachers and early childhood professionals.
- Mentor children through positive relationships and one-on-one attention.
- Make a lasting impact in your community while enriching your own life.
Volunteers typically serve 20 hours per week and receive:
- Comprehensive pre-service orientation and ongoing training
- Mileage reimbursement
- Meals while serving
- Supplemental accident and liability insurance during service
- Annual Volunteer recognition and appreciation events
- A non-taxable hourly stipend for income-eligible Volunteers
No teaching experience is required, just patience, compassion, and a desire to help children succeed.
If you're 55 or older and ready to share your time, talents, and life experience, we invite you to become an AmeriCorps Senior Foster Grandparent and help shape the next generation one child at a time.
View the Foster Grandparent Program Volunteer Position Application volunteer position description. To apply, please email [email protected] or call 505-764-6421.
Contacts
- Supervisor: Marie Llamas
- Program Coordinator: Joni VanMeir
- Office Assistant: Estelle Chavez
Phone
505-764-6421
Hours
Monday through Friday: 8 am to 5 pm
Address
Barelas Senior Center
714 7th St SW, 87102
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Join the Advisory Council
Help shape the future of two impactful AmeriCorps Seniors programs serving the Albuquerque community.
The Foster Grandparent Program and Senior Companion Program have been strengthening lives in Albuquerque for more than 40 years by supporting children, older adults, and the organizations that serve them. We are seeking community-minded individuals to join our Advisory Council and help guide these valuable programs.
As an Advisory Council member, you will:
- Provide guidance and recommendations on program planning, policies, and priorities.
- Promote community awareness and support for the programs.
- Review program outcomes and help strengthen program effectiveness.
- Serve as a resource for addressing concerns or grievances, when appropriate.
- Assist with community partnerships, resource development, and fundraising efforts.
- Advocate for volunteerism and the positive impact of AmeriCorps Seniors in our community.
Whether you have experience in education, aging services, nonprofit leadership, business, healthcare, or simply have a passion for serving your community, your perspective can make a meaningful difference.
Interested in joining the Advisory Council?
Contact us at 505-764-6421 or email [email protected] to learn more about current opportunities and how you can help strengthen the Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion Programs in Albuquerque.
Volunteer Badge Policy
It is standard operating procedure of the Department of Senior Affairs and FGP that all volunteers wear an FGP-approved name badge while on City of Albuquerque Property/School properties. Badges must be worn on the outermost layer of clothing above the waist at all times while volunteering. If you need a volunteer badge, please contact the FGP office to request one.
To apply to become a Foster Grandparent, visit the AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program | One Albuquerque Volunteers.
This material is based upon work supported by AmeriCorps. Opinions or points of view expressed in this document are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of, or a position that is endorsed by, AmeriCorps.
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