Volunteer in Select Montgomery County Schools/ Stipend

AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program of JCA Heyman Interages The AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) provides social and academic support to elementary children to promote school readiness. Foster Grandparents work one-on-one with children in their classrooms at least 20 hours a week for an entire school year. Among other activities, Foster Grandparents provide and reinforce values to children in a smaller classroom group. At the moment, Foster Grandparents will provide support in local elementary schools and other host sites throughout Montgomery County. Facilitated by JCA Heyman Interages. Requirements: you are at least 55 years of age you are either a U.S. citizen or a green card holder you are at or below 400% income level which is $54,360/yr per single adult. Those who meet certain income guidelines receive a stipend of $3.15/hour you can commit to at least 20 hours per week for a full school year of volunteering All FGP volunteers receive training, accident and liability insurance, meals on duty, and transportation reimbursement. Contact : 301-225-4238 or amorris@AccessJCA.org for more information.