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Overview: 1:1 Navigators connect families to food, housing, healthcare, and benefits—clear plan, warm handoffs, tracked outcomes.
Who it’s for: All ages; priority to low-income families, single parents, seniors, caregivers, people with disabilities, urgent cases.
What you get: Intake & screening, application help, appointment setup, docs support, transport/interpretation (as available), steady follow-ups.
Cadence: 45–60-min intake; weekly then bi-weekly check-ins for 60–90 days; in-person or virtual.
How to join: Self or partner referral by phone/text/online; response in 1–2 business days (urgent 24–48 hrs).
Volunteer roles: Navigators, application aides, interpreters, drivers, outreach, data support.
Community Meals & Pop-Up Events
Overview: Monthly community tables with chef-led meals, health screenings, kids’ corners, and supply drives.
Who it’s for: Open to all; family-friendly and accessible.
What you get: Nutritious meals, resource booths, on-site sign-ups for programs, and a welcoming space to connect.
Cadence: Monthly; additional pop-ups during holidays and weather emergencies.
How to join: Check the calendar; walk-ins welcome.
Volunteer roles: Kitchen crew, hospitality team, setup/teardown, kids’ activities.
Overview: When the pantry runs low, stress runs high. ACES coordinates weekly/bi-weekly drop-offs of fresh groceries and essential household items, packed with care and delivered by trusted volunteers.
Who it’s for: Families facing food insecurity, seniors, single-parent households, and anyone in short-term crisis.
What you get: Groceries, hygiene kits, baby supplies, cleaning products, and warm referrals to partner resources.
Cadence: Weekly routes; urgent requests prioritized within 72 hours.
How to join: Submit a request or referral; a coordinator confirms needs and delivery window.
Volunteer roles: Shoppers, sorters, drivers, bilingual greeters.
Youth Mentoring (During & After School)
Overview: Students meet with trained mentors for homework help, goal-setting, and life skills. We coordinate with teachers/counselors for aligned support.
Who it’s for: Grades 3rd–6th, with emphasis on students seeking academic lift, social-emotional support, or reliable role models.
What you get: Weekly sessions, progress check-ins, family communication, and enrichment activities.
Cadence: 60–90 minutes weekly, during or after school; small-group options available.
How to join: School referral or family sign-up; mentor match within 2–3 weeks.
Volunteer roles: Mentors, academic coaches, enrichment leaders.
Resource Navigation & Case Support
Family Essentials Delivery