Volunteers are the heartbeat of AHC’s educational initiatives and the key to our students’ success.
AHC’s education pages are suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Interested adults, college students and teens age 14+can complete the volunteer application or email volunteer@ahcinc.org.
Volunteers are critical to our students’ success. Whatever your experience or your time frame, we welcome your support!
Our year-round program provides a comprehensive support system from elementary school through high school and during the summer when low-income children are particularly susceptible to learning loss. AHC’s educational programs encourage academic excellence and personal growth in a nurturing environment. Because programs are located in the communities where families live, they are a consistent part of the children’s and their families’ lives.
Weekly volunteer opportunities
Afterschool
Work one-on-one or work with a small group of elementary-aged students (k-5th grade) and help youth complete homework, study for tests, and also build literacy and math skills. Volunteer one day a week for an hour between 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm, Monday through Thursday.
Teen Tutoring
Work one-on-one with middle and high school students (6th – 12th grade) and help teens complete homework, study for exams, and improve in challenging subject areas. Onsite staff members provide vital support through mentoring and coaching. Volunteers needed one hour once a week, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Monday through Thursday.
College and Career Readiness
Help our teens study for standardized tests, apply for financial aid and scholarships and write essays. Volunteers work one-on-one with a high school senior throughout the school year. Meeting times are flexible and arranged between volunteer and student.
Summer Camp
Designed to prevent summer learning loss, this program provides both educational and fun activities for elementary children and teens. Volunteers help with outdoor and educational activities.
One-time volunteer opportunities
Special Events
We often need volunteers for just a few hours for special events or annual activities, including distributing backpacks to elementary students in the fall, helping prepare or serve Thanksgiving dinners for residents, and more. Current one-time volunteer opportunities.
Career Development Activities
We are recruiting Career Development volunteers to help our middle & high school students explore career options. We are planning several one-time events like career panels. Sign up or learn more here.
Learn more
- All of our graduating seniors are going to college!
- Read our latest Report Card with stories about students’ success and volunteer activities.
- Five convenient community center locations in Arlington, VA
- Email volunteer@ahcinc.org for more information.
See for yourself how volunteers are making a difference.
Volunteer!
For more information or to volunteer, please email volunteer@ahcinc.org or call 703-486-0626. Or fill out the form below:
