Summary
Volunteer with Start2Finish and help kids in Grades 1-6 build confidence, stay active, and develop a love for reading - all while having fun!
Location
Address
6333 5 Avenue SE
Calgary, Alberta T2A 3V7
When
Opportunity Type
Ongoing - Start Anytime
Schedule
September
About This Opportunity
Make a Difference After School – Become a Running & Reading Club Mentor!
Join the fun and impact lives with the Start2Finish Running & Reading Club - a unique after-school program that promotes literacy, healthy active living, and play for children aged 6–13 (Grades 1–6).
Just one afternoon a week for two hours, you’ll support students through meaningful activities that help them stay in school, build self-confidence, and form positive relationships with peers and mentors.
You don’t need to be a runner - there’s a role for everyone!
As a Volunteer Mentor, You’ll
✅ Participate in fun fitness activities
📖 Read one-on-one with children
🥪 Help serve healthy snacks
🔠 Lead or support engaging literacy games and activities
With your support, students will feel seen, supported, and empowered to dream big. Be the reason a child discovers their confidence and a brighter future!
Program locations: James Short Memorial/G.W. Skene, 6333 5 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2A 3V7
Program Date and Time: Tuesdays from 3:40 to 5:40 pm
Volunteer Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Willing to undergo a background or police records check
- volunteer code of conduct
- Minimum 16 years old
- Comfortable commuting to opportunity location
Causes
Academics & Education Children & Youth Community & Social Services Sports & Recreation
Skills & Experience
Special Needs Teaching/Assisting Teacher assistant Tutoring Coaching Sports Coaching Education & Schooling Other English as a Secondary Language (ESL) Teaching Capacity Planning Group Facilitation Volunteer Management Administrative Support Sports & Physical Activities Coaching & Instruction Advocacy
Tags
mentor education leadership active listening reading sport working with children running
