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
In-Person
Mississauga, Ontario
When
Opportunity Type
Ongoing - Start Anytime
Schedule
Immediately
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).
Running from October to May, 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 to choose from:
- St. Louis Elementary School, 1450 Lewisham Drive, Mississauga ON, L5J 3R3
- St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Elementary, 2350 Hurontario St, Mississauga, ON L5B 1N1
- St. Valentine Elementary School, 5610 Heatherleigh Ave, Mississauga, ON L5V 2V7
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.
- Minimum 16 years old
- Willing to undergo a background or police records check
- volunteer code of conduct
Causes
Academics & Education Children & Youth Community & Social Services Sports & Recreation
Skills & Experience
Special Needs Teaching/Assisting Teacher assistant Tutoring Coaching Sports Coaching Mentoring Education & Schooling Other Community Development & Outreach Skills English as a Secondary Language (ESL) Teaching Volunteer Management Capacity Planning Group Facilitation Administrative Support Sports & Physical Activities Coaching & Instruction Advocacy
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