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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Love Box®
Program
Volunteers must be at least 22 years old.
Love Box volunteers commit to at least one in-person connection per month and a minimum one-year commitment, renewed annually. While many of our matches continue far beyond a year, we begin with one year to protect stability and ensure families can rely on your presence.
Yes. Volunteers must have access to a car to meet with families and provide consistent support.
Yes. All volunteers must pass a background check prior to being matched.
We are committed to the safety of our community, which is why all volunteers complete a fingerprint background check (a one-time $45 cost).
The Love Box® program is fueled by the passion of people like you. While there is no requirement to spend money during your visits, many volunteers find joy in sharing simple resources—like a favorite snack or a small activity—as they build lasting bonds with their matched families.
No – none at all. Our team will equip you through training, walk alongside you in your volunteer journey, and remain an ongoing resource for guidance and support.
Love Box volunteers provide both practical and relational support.
Examples include:
• Helping with homework or school projects
• Bringing a meal
• Babysitting so caregivers can rest
• Attending sporting events or recitals
• Going to the park or planning simple outings
• Calling caregivers to ask, “What do you need to thrive this month?”
It’s about showing up consistently – and building relationships that change everything.
Yes. We thoughtfully match volunteers and families based on compatibility, proximity, and mutual preferences to ensure everyone is set up for success.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and value diversity within our community. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, marital status, ethnicity, age, financial position, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
Could Volunteering Be Your Next Yes?
Dare to Dream®
Program
FAQs
Mentors must be at least 22 years old.
Dare to Dream® mentors commit to at least two in-person connections per month and a minimum one-year commitment. This consistency creates the trust necessary for youth to set goals, take risks, and grow. While the program operates year by year, many of our mentor relationships extend far beyond that first year.
Yes. Mentors must have access to a car to meet consistently with their mentee.
Yes. All mentors must pass a background check prior to being matched.
We are committed to the safety of our community, which is why all volunteers complete a fingerprint background check (a one-time $45 cost).
Our Dare to Dream® program relies on the commitment of trained mentors who are prepared to show up consistently for youth navigating foster care. While there is no requirement to spend money during your visits, many mentors find joy in sharing simple resources, like a favorite snack or taking their youth on an outing, as they build lasting bonds with their matched families.
No – none at all! You don’t need professional experience – just a willingness to show up consistently. We provide comprehensive training, clear structure, and ongoing coaching so you feel supported every step of the way.
Dare to Dream mentors walk one-on-one with youth ages 11–22 as they navigate life, goals, and big transitions.
Mentors might:
• Help with homework or explore college options
• Attend sporting events or performances
• Explore hobbies or try something new together
• Grab a sweet treat or meal and talk about life
• Practice job interviews or build resumes
• Simply listen and remind a young person, “I believe in you.”
The goal is simple and profound: consistent presence, steady encouragement, and a trusted adult relationship that lasts beyond the program year.
Yes. We thoughtfully match mentors and youth based on compatibility, proximity, and mutual preferences to ensure everyone is set up for success.
We welcome mentors from all backgrounds and value diversity within our community. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, marital status, ethnicity, age, financial position, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
Could Mentoring Be Your Next Yes?
Volunteer & Mentor
What to Expect
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