Getting involved with St. Simon’s is easy - we have a variety of needs....

Volunteering
Each program requires two volunteers. The volunteers share responsibilities for their school. The volunteers are responsible for checking in on the programs two to three times a month, ordering supplies (bread, milk, juice, etc.), and coordinating the two annual parties - Christmas and end-of-year. The time commitment is minimal and the reward is infinite! Many, but not all, tutor or read with the kids.  In many cases, they have organized and supported groups of people from their church, neighborhood, and work friends, to visit the programs on a regular basis to tutor, assist with homework and to read.

Funding
The program runs so efficiently that it only costs $2.10 per day to care for a student. While this is an extraordinary feat, it still means that each program costs $630/month - or $382 to care for one student for the entire year.

Supplies
The program uses quite a bit of perishable goods - milk, juice, bread, peanut butter, etc. It also uses napkins, school supplies, and other sundries. Any ability to contribute to defray the purchasing of the items would be greatly appreciated!

Parties
Twice per year the students have a party. St. Simon’s pays for pizza or a similar type treat and also party favors.