Foster Grandparent Program (FGP)

As a Foster Grandparent, you’re a role model, a mentor, and a friend. Foster grandparents serve through numerous local organizations, including faith-based groups, Head Starts, schools and other youth facilities.

Volunteers help children learn to read, provide one-on-one tutoring, and guide children at a critical time in their lives. Put simply, as a foster grandparent, you will provide comfort and love and help your foster grandchild achieve a brighter future.

FGP Volunteers:

• Must be willing to serve within Blair County
• Must be 55 years of age or older
• Must have income that does not exceed 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
• Must commit to minimum assignment schedule of 15 service hours per week
• Must be willing to provide support service for the special needs of children
• Will be assigned to a community facility providing FGP services

FGP Volunteer Benefits:

• An opportunity to use your experience and skills
• The chance to learn something new every day
• Supplemental accident and liability insurance
• Tax-exempt stipend
• Ongoing training throughout the service year
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Annual fellowship and recognition events
• Transportation Assistance (certain restrictions may apply)
• Applicable benefits by volunteer station (varies)