Changing lives one youth at a time
Once you make the commitment to volunteer with Hearts on Fire we will work with you to determine the best placement for you and walk you through the application, background check, and training process.
Complete a volunteer form.
You will be contacted by a Volunteer Coordinator to learn more about available volunteer opportunities.
Complete your background check.
Join us for our Volunteer Orientation!
Start changing lives while having fun!
Volunteer Opportunities
In-School Program
Oct-May
Meets 1-2 times a week on the school campus for 1.5 hrs. Mon-Thurs
facilitate Hearts On Fire program curriculum and activities
Once a Season 12 youth and 2-3 volunteers will get to explore amazing educational and fun outdoor experiences throughout WA state.
*All expenses paid for both Mentee and Volunteer.
*Must Commit to the program year.
*Mentees apply with progress report and essay to compete for HOF Explores spot.
*12 youth will be chosen from the Puget Sound Area.
What Is Mentoring?
A Matter of “Trust”
A structured & trusting relationship that brings young people together with caring and accountable individuals who offer guidance, support and encouragement aimed at developing the young person’s competence, self-esteem and character.
Meet with your mentee bi-monthly for 1.5 hrs to engage with them during an activity designed or approved by Hearts on Fire.
Commit to one year.
Mentoring Statistics:
Making A Measurable Difference
Mentoring Statistics: Making A “Measurable” Difference
National studies have shown that mentoring programs decrease:
- Illegal drug use by 46%
- Alcoholic consumption by 27%
- School truancy by 53%
Mentored Students:
- Increase their grades by 59%
- Increase their aspirations and goals by 79%
National studies have shown that mentoring programs decrease:
- 98% of the youths paired with mentors stayed in school
- 85% of youths who had a mentor did not use drugs
- 98% of teens matched with mentors avoid teen pregnancy
- 98% of youth paired with mentors avoided gang activity
