| Community | Volunteer in Worcester, MAOther Local Organizations |
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| Mission | Rise Above is dedicated to providing Massachusetts children in foster care with enriching activities, opportunities, and experiences. |
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| Opportunities |
Here are places to learn more or that may show current needs. Typical Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities: Put Together a Launch Box Each year, hundreds of Massachusetts youth age out of the foster care system. Launch Boxes provide a few basic necessities as these young adults transition out on their own for the first time. A Launch Box is a plastic bin filled with basic supplies—such as towels, toiletries, and utensils—that will help young adults transition out of foster care to independent living. Specifically designed for young adults (18 to 23 years old) without a traditional safety net, Launch Boxes are given to the young adult by their social worker as a tangible and practical gift from the community. Launch Boxes are a great way for community groups to donate in a tangible, meaningful way and help a local young adult transition out of foster care. Items can be found at dollar stores and other discount retailers. Small groups can divide up the list and individuals can shop separately to contribute to one Launch Box. Contact the organization to explore other possible ways to work together. |
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| About | Founded in 2009, Rise Above is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was established to respond to the growing need to give youth in foster care opportunities that will give them a sense of normalcy, provide comfort, and build self-esteem. |
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