Volunteer Needs From: Axe of Service

Senior Companion Program

Are you a compassionate senior looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join the AmeriCorps Seniors Senior Companion Program and help fellow senior citizens maintain their independence, reduce loneliness, and provide respite to caregivers. Volunteers are matched up with community members that need support with basic needs including transportation and companionship. Opportunities are available in Coconino, La Paz, Maricopa, Mohave, Yavapai, and Yuma counties. 

Details

Assist homebound neighbors, making sure they can live in their own homes for as long as possible  Serve between 5 to 35 hours per week Receive a modest tax-free stipend, mileage reimbursement (as funding allows), training, accident insurance, and other benefits

Help bring joy, companionship, and encouragement to seniors in our communities. Volunteer today as a Senior Companion!

Eligibility Requirements  

To serve in AmeriCorps Seniors programs you must:  

Be 55 years and older   Meet maximum income eligibility requirements to qualify for a stipend (below 200% of federal poverty rate) Be willing to serve 5-35 hours per week Be able to pass a background check  

FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM

Are you a compassionate senior looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join the AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program and help shape the future, one child at a time.

As a Foster Grandparent volunteer, you'll serve as a mentor, tutor, and positive role model to children in local schools, Head Start centers, early childhood programs, libraries, after-school programs, and other nonprofits that support youth. This is a unique opportunity to share your time, skills, and life experience to help children learn, grow, and thrive. Opportunities are available in Coconino, La Paz, Maricopa, Mohave, Pima, Pinal, Yavapai, and Yuma counties. 

Details

Make a lasting difference in the lives of children while discovering new purpose and connectionServe between 5 to 35 hours per weekReceive a modest tax-free stipend, training, accident insurance, and other benefits

No teaching experience is necessary—just a heart to serve and a desire to inspire the next generation.

Help bring joy, hope, and encouragement to young lives. Volunteer today as a Foster Grandparent!

Eligibility Requirements  

To serve in AmeriCorps Seniors programs you must:  

Be 55 years and older   Meet maximum income eligibility requirements to qualify for a stipend (below 200% of federal poverty rate) Be willing to serve 5-35 hours per week Be able to pass a background check  

RSVP PROGRAM

The AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP is a program that helps match individuals age 55 and older with volunteer service opportunities with local non-profits to meet community needs. AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP volunteers choose how, where, and when they want to serve.  The RSVP program can match you with an opportunity to volunteer to address local challenges such as serving at food banks, shelters, senior centers, local schools, museums and more! Opportunities are available in Coconino, La Paz, Mohave, Navajo, Yavapai, and Yuma counties. 

 

To serve in the AmeriCorps programs you must:  

Be 55 years and older