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What is the Teens Make a Difference Program?
Teens Make a Difference (TMAD) is a program that recognizes the amazing work young people do in their community! This program is designed specifically for high school students. The program is continual although timesheets are due every April 1st in order to participate in the annual recognition ceremony held in May.
You can get started anytime by volunteering and logging hours toward your year-end total on a TMAD timesheet. Volunteering at a nonprofit or community based organization may be included on your timesheet. (Sorry: volunteering at dad's insurance company or babysitting your sister does NOT count.)
Be sure to log all your hours and have the volunteer coordinator sign it each time you volunteer. Libraries, hospitals and participating schools are some of the places where you can give your time and make a difference!
Why should you volunteer?
CAREER- Build your résumé, develop and learn new skills, explore career options and network!
UNDERSTANDING– increase social awareness, better understand the population you are serving and discover your talents and strengths.
ESTEEM- to grow, gain self confidence, and build a sense of independence and purpose.
SOCIAL- Meet a diverse group of fun and energetic people, be apart of your community, have fun and leave an IMPACT by helping others.
How can I be a part of the Teens Make a Difference program?
- You must attend a high school within our service area.
- Download a Teens Make a Difference timesheet.
- Find a volunteer opportunity that is within your interest. You can search for opportunities in your area by clicking here.
- Record your volunteer hours on your timesheet. Make sure to have the volunteer coordinator sign the timesheet each time you volunteer.
- Return your timesheet to your school site coordinator by the due date.
- All school site coordinators MUST submit school log sheets and timesheets to Arrowhead United Way by April 1st.
- Look out for your TMAD award ceremony invitation to arrive in the mail!
- Plan on attending the TMAD award ceremony in May.
How can my high school participate in the Teens Make a Difference program?
If you are a school administrator, teacher, or club advisor for a high school within our service area and are interested in getting your high school involved with the Teens Make a Difference program please contact Monique Rodriguez at (909) 884-9441 MoniqueR@ahuw.org, or Rebecca Martin at RebeccaM@ahuw.org.
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