“I Have A Dream”®
A.D. Williams Chapter
In 2001, under the auspices of the national “I Have A Dream”® Foundation, St. Luke’s and Ebenezer Baptist Church teamed up to nurture 60 at-risk second graders from A.D. Williams Elementary School by supporting their education and pledging college tuition assistance. This ambitious 12-year program offers mentoring, tutoring, and life skills enrichment for the kids, and fosters transformative relationships that enrich volunteers and youth alike. The Dreamers, now in high school, still face myriad challenges along the road to success.
Volunteers Needed for:
Mentoring
Mentors agree to interact with a particular Dreamer on a regular basis for one year, i.e., talking to their Dreamer at least once weekly and doing something together at least twice a month. One of these meetings may be the regularly scheduled cultural, social or educational group activity held on the third Saturday of each month (e.g., visiting the King Tut exhibit, summer pool party, Christmas party, etc.)
Event Planning
Work directly with the Program Director to plan a particular Saturday event. This volunteer slot entails a good bit of planning and preparation, particularly in the 30 days preceding the event. Generally this is a short-term commitment.
Supporting Roles
Drivers, lunch deliverers and chaperones are always needed for group activities. Drivers need to provide proof of insurance and a valid Georgia Driver’s License. Assistance in these areas is needed on a recurring basis. Volunteers may do as much as they like with very flexible scheduling.
Please contact:
404-873-7621 or ihad.adw@gmail.com
John Stewart – Managing Sponsor & St. Luke’s Parishioner
404-849-5087 or email John