Running & Reading Club Mentor Willow Road

Summary

Volunteer with Start2

Finish and help kids in Grades 1-6 build confidence, stay active, and develop a love for reading—all while having fun!

125 Willow Rd., Guelph, Ontario N1H 1W5

Ongoing – Start Anytime

September

Make a Difference After School – Become a Running & Reading Club Mentor! Join the fun and impact lives with the Start2

Finish Running & Reading Club—a unique after‑school program that promotes literacy, healthy active living, and play for children aged 6–13 (Grades 1–6). Just one afternoon a week for two hours, you’ll support students through meaningful activities that help them stay in school, build self‑confidence, and form positive relationships with peers and mentors. You don’t need to be a runner—there’s a role for everyone!

• Participate in fun fitness activities
• Read one‑on‑one with children
• Help serve healthy snacks
• Lead or support engaging literacy games and activities

With your support, students will feel seen, supported, and empowered to dream big. Be the reason a child discovers their confidence and a brighter future!

Program location: Willow Road Public School, 125 Willow Rd., Guelph ON N1H 1W5

Program Date and Time: Tuesdays from 3:05 to 5:05 pm

• Willing to undergo a background or police records check
• Volunteer code of conduct
• Minimum 16 years old
• Comfortable commuting to opportunity location

Special needs, teaching/assisting, teacher assistant, tutoring, coaching, sports coaching, mentoring, education & schooling, community development & outreach, capacity planning, group facilitation, administrative support, sports & physical activities, teaching, volunteer management, English as a secondary language, advocacy.