You don’t need special training to make a real impact—just a willingness to show up.
Maybe you love reading with kids. Maybe you’re passionate about equity in education. Or maybe you’re just looking for a way to give back in your own community. However you’re inspired, there’s a place for you here.
Washtenaw Promise welcomes volunteers from all walks of life. Some come to us through our incredible partners like Project Outreach and the Children’s Literacy Network. Others reach out directly because they see something they want to be part of—and we love that.
Whether you’re interested in mentoring, helping at events, supporting educators, or something else entirely, we’ll work with you to find the right fit. Just fill out the form below, and someone from our team will be in touch to explore how we can work together.
Join a weekly classroom literacy session
Become a PenPal to a local student
Help out at a community event or book giveaway
Support our teacher training retreats
Lend your skills behind the scenes
Looking for permission slips, training materials, or upcoming opportunities? We’re beginning to house all of our key volunteer resources on our GivePulse page. It’s a simple, centralized way to stay organized and find what you need. GivePulse also makes it easy for students and other volunteers to track service hours—all in one place. Click below to explore our hub and check back often as we continue to add more tools and documents.
Whether you’re just exploring or already eager to dive in, we’d love to hear from you. Fill out our short interest form, and we’ll follow up personally to learn more about you and share the ways you can get involved.
Empowering young children in underserved communities through literacy, confidence, and social-emotional growth — supported by volunteers, educator development, and strong community partnerships.
