Volunteer for our fundraising events
There are a few ways that groups or individuals can support United for Literacy by volunteering at our events. We have online opportunities to help us plan for upcoming events. We also have onsite opportunities for our in-person events, including Game Night for Literacy held in Toronto, in March, and other community events in the spring and summer.
Single-day volunteering
Take part in a Book Day
Have a small group of employees (10-15 people) take part in a Book Day. The group will help to sort and pack books we receive from our national publishing partners. These books are distributed to children across Canada to encourage a love of reading. This is a great introduction to United for Literacy and provides meaningful support.
Tutoring
Become a volunteer literacy tutor
Employees who want to make a lasting contribution to literacy can volunteer to tutor.
Tutors take part in training (2-6 hours) and volunteer for around 2 hours per week. There are opportunities to work with children, youth, and adults. Tutoring happens online and/or in person. No teaching experience is needed.
Volunteers are the heartbeat of our literacy services. Each year, over 1,500 volunteers give thousands of hours to United for Literacy. They tutor math, reading, and writing; read stories at our Reading Tents; help with special events; and more. We are always looking for more people to volunteer with us. For more information contact us or visit our volunteer page!
Corporate Homework Club
Host a Corporate Homework Club in your office
Support literacy by hosting a Corporate Homework Club. This is a partnership between a corporation, a local school, and United for Literacy. The business provides funding and space. Employees serve as tutors. Teachers refer students (Grade 7+) who need support. United for Literacy staff oversee the program.
This model gives youth from diverse communities the chance to be in a corporate space. Students get homework help along with informal coaching and mentorship. This opportunity has a deep and lasting impact.
Corporate expertise
Share knowledge and professional advice
You can support United for Literacy by helping us prepare and plan for upcoming events, such as Game Night for Literacy. Lend your professional experience to connect with sponsors, invite new participants, and much more! To learn more, contact Jennifer, our Events Manager: [email protected]
