PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Foster Grandparent Program is a stipend volunteer program that provides volunteer opportunities to limited income individuals age 55 and over, connecting generations, while improving educational outcomes for children in need.
Our volunteers serve as classroom grandparents who are mentors and positive role models at local non-profit organizations such as: public and private schools, Head Starts, daycares and child development centers, in addition to after-school programs. They help, guide, and assist children by developing skills in literacy, language, math, and cognitive development, as well as improving essential social and emotional intelligence.
The Foster Grandparent Program works with non-profit child-serving organizations and senior volunteers in the 6 County region of Western Pennsylvania including: Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, and Washington counties.