Each weekday afternoon, nearly 8 million children are left alone and unsupervised. These are the hours when juvenile crime peaks and when youth are most likely to experiment with alcohol, tobacco, drugs and sex.
There's growing evidence that youth who attend after school programs do better in school and are less likely to get into trouble after the end of the school day.
New Heights for Youth is a Christian organization serving underprivileged children to combat juvenile delinquency by providing a "safe place" where youth can reach new heights mentally, physically, spiritually, morally and socially.
Monday through Thursday from 5:30-7:30 pm, volunteers are needed to assist staff and mental health professionals in the following ways:
- Provide help with homework
- Plan and lead recreational activities
- Set up and clean up
- Provide and serve refreshments
- And most importantly, by being a friend and a mentor to these vulnerable young people.
Register today or learn more by emailing Newheightsforyouth@gmail.com or calling (334) 328-0709.
