JOIN OUR TEAM

We are looking for two AmeriCorps VISTAs!

Partnerships and Collaborations
Resource Development

What is a VISTA?

AmeriCorps VISTA is a program of CNCS, the federal agency that improves loves, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagements through service and volunteering.

You can find out more information about the positions at my.americorps.gov or email Sam at samn@gostars.org.

Volunteer with our reading program!

Come and read to a small group of elementary school students once a week. Help encourage a love of reading while enhancing vocabulary and comprehension. Sessions are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 pm to 5:00 pm.

Apply to be a mentor!

Develop an impactful relationship
Give back to your community
Receive training, coaching, and support
Grow alongside your student

Join us as a high school group mentor!

Program is on Tuesdays from 6:30 pm to 8:30 om
Spend time with students
Enjoy a weekly dinner
Facilitate relevant discussions
Develop long-lasting, meaningful relationships

Volunteer as a high school student!

Read with students or help them with homework
As little as 1 hour per week
Have fun while volunteering!
Volunteers must be 14 years old or older
Get service hours for your school requirements

Lake Avenue Community Foundation is now Stars. Why?

Learn about our new name

Stars (Formerly Lake Avenue Community Foundation)

Unleashing the God-given potential of youth in vulnerable communities

At Stars (formerly Lake Avenue Community Foundation), we believe in hard work and strong relationships, and are passionate about helping our community’s youth thrive and achieve their God-given potential. We come alongside students and their families through mentoring, after-school programs, counseling, college support, and summer camps.

Mission and Vision

As a faith-based nonprofit, Stars (formerly Lake Avenue Community Foundation) is unleashing the God-given potential of children, youth, and families in vulnerable communities, providing the tools necessary to thrive academically, emotionally, economically and spiritually.

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