Foster Grandparents (FGP) - Make a Difference in the Life of a Child
Part of Senior Corps through the Corporation for National and Community Service
FIRSTLINK, Inc is the sponsor for the Foster Grandparent Program. The FGP program provides an opportunity for people age 60 and older to mentor, tutor and offer emotional support to children with special needs and exceptional special needs. FIRSTLNK Foster Grandparent Program has more than forty-one sites where people serve children in Head Start centers, pre-schools, elementary schools, County Boards of MRDD and private institutions. Foster Grandparents give their time and experience to improve the lives of children in need. They provide one-on-one mentoring, tutoring and emotional support to children. You can make a difference in the life of a child. Join the Foster Grandparent Program today!
How can You Benefit?
As a Foster Grandparent, you'll receive:
- Pre-service orientation and monthly training
- A modest tax-free stipend to offset the cost of volunteering
- Reimbursement for transportation
- An annual physical
- Accident and liability insurance while on duty
- Some meals during service
Who can be a Foster Grandparent?
You can be a Foster Grandparent if you:
- Have a genuine love for children
- Are 60 years of age or older
- Can volunteer a minimum of 15 -20 hours per week
- Meet certain income eligibility guidelines
If you are age 60 or older and want to learn more about FGP, you can call 614-221-6766 ext 157, email fgp@firstlink.org, or complete your contact information below and we will send a packet to you.
A member of the FIRSTLINK FGP staff will contact you and help you take the first steps towards volunteering in your community.
FGP is sponsored locally by FIRSTLINK, Inc and is funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service Corporation.