OUR VOLUNTEERS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
Volunteers are essential to our mission here at SitStayRead. Whether you want to volunteer solo, with your dog, or as part of a group, there are several ways to make a difference.
Please note we only serve students in Chicago, namely in neighborhoods on the south and west sides of the city, including South Austin, Rogers Park, Little Village, Auburn Gresham, Pilsen, Gage Park, Galewood, and Belmont Central.
If you have questions about volunteer opportunities, please email us at volunteer@sitstayread.org or complete the volunteer form below.
Book buddies
Don’t have a dog? Become a Book Buddy! You’ll work with a small group of students in the classroom. During each one-hour visit, you’ll help with reading and writing activities. Prospective Book Buddies must attend an orientation and pass a background check.
Dog Teams
You and your dog will meet with students in the classroom. During each one-hour visit, you’ll help students read and write with confidence. Prospective Dog Teams must attend an orientation and pass a background check.
Group EffortS
Here are two great volunteer options for corporations and community groups seeking to improve literacy in Chicago.
Keep Reading Celebration
Suggested Donation: $5,000
SitStayRead students from the fall, winter, and spring sessions gather to celebrate their achievements before summer break. During the one-hour event, students receive Summer Reading Fun Packs, comprising reading and writing supplies and books. Group volunteers help hand out the packs and read with students.
Encouragement Cards
Suggested Donation: $100
Help create personalized notes for SitStayRead students that go into their summer reading fun packs. These notes offer words of encouragement to keep students enthusiastic about reading during summer break.
