Hand-In-Hand
Program Directors
Sterling Russell
Connor Pexa
Volunteer Meetings
Tuesday, 5:00-5:50pm
Fall 2023: Engagement
Games, arts & crafts, and socializing with youth at the Boys and Girls Club of the Redwoods (Eureka)
Program Mission
Hand-in-Hand meets the needs of children and youth in foster care, as well as those impacted by low-income, houselessness, and other barriers. Volunteers provide a positive and supportive environment for children to engage in activities that increase self-esteem, build trust and help develop prosocial relationships with consistent adults.
The Hand-in-Hand volunteer team smiles together during a weekly meeting at YES
Service, Goals & Projects
Volunteers work with children and youth at schools, community centers and family shelter sites. They provide a variety of hands-on group activities that encourage excitement about learning, including reading books, arts and crafts, games, outdoor recreation, and sports. Our goal is to inspire children/youth to flourish through relationship building and activities that boost self-esteem.
Hand-in-Hand volunteers (F22) created a thank you poster for youth at
the Boys and Girls Club
Ball games at the beach.