GO GREEN After-School Enrichment Program

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Basic Information

Address: Budlong Elementary School 5940 S. Budlong Ave Los Angeles, CA 90044
Phone Number: 310-885-1409
Director: Jamila Banks

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GO GREEN After-School Enrichment Program
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GO GREEN After-School Enrichment Program
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Additional Information

Causes Served: Youth, families, community
Population Served: low income, at risk, youth and families
Ages for Volunteer: at least 14 years old without an adult
Hours of Service: Monday through Friday 2:00-6:00pm
Minimum Hours Required: 2 hours
Days of Service: Monday-Friday
Mission Statement:

Foster& Banks Walk in Faith Foundation seeks to create a life-long meaningful connection for “at-risk” youth and their families by establishing an environmentally conscious, one-stop, networking hub that offers services and support while providing accessible navigation through Los Angeles’ comprehensive social services system.

Philosophy/Belief Statement:

Foster & Banks Walk In Faith Foundation is a GREEN non-profit social services organization specializing in providing environmentally targeted programs, services and support for “at-risk” children, adolescents and young adults experiencing crisis, and those with developmental or learning disabilities.

Program History:

In 2012, Under the 'Walk N Faith Go Green' Initiative, The Foundation created an After School Youth Earth Club to promote environmental awareness, responsibility, and accountability through lessons and activities in the areas of: Recycling, Energy Conservation, Trash Reduction, School Beatification, and Charitable works. We also have a Book Club that targets reading literacy & comprehension, speech and social & interpersonal skills with elements of environmental training. Also offered are: tutoring, mentoring, and a music workshop.

Events:

GO GREEN Earth Day Community Event 4/22/16
Chuck E Cheese Fundraiser-2/5/16
Community Book Sale-2/6/16
GO GREEN Read to Succeed Literacy Day 8/24/16
GO GREEN Resource & Recycling Community 12/9/16

Additional Information:

Program Description: After school enrichment program for elementary aged children.Program includes STEM Training, nutrition & fitness, Earth Club, Book Club, Yoga, mentoring, leadership development and more! Volunteer Role & Responsibilities: Mentor, Tutor, homework help, trash clean up, gardening, community beautification, activities, games. Our community is a part of our Legacy LA family, so courtesy and politeness are a part of our culture. Time Commitment: At least 2 hours each time you volunteer. Requirements: Casual dress. Benefits: Certificates, gift cards, verification letters