National Service Philadelphia

AARP Foundation Experience Corps is an intergenerational volunteer-based tutoring program that is proven to help children who aren’t reading at grade level become great readers by the end of third grade. We inspire and empower adults 50 and older to serve in their community and disrupt the cycle of poverty by making a lasting difference in the lives of America’s most vulnerable children.

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The Experience Corps model is a proven intervention with measurable benefits for students, as well as positive mental and physical health benefits for volunteers who participate. By helping young students become better readers, Experience Corps seeks to ensure a lasting legacy of strong futures, supported schools and empowered volunteers.

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Requirements

• Members must be at least 50 years of age by the start of service.

• Members must be U.S. Citizens, U.S. nationals, or lawful permanent residents. 

• Members must have achieved a high school diploma or GED by the start of service. 

• Members must be able to commit to one year of service and attend pre- service training

• Applicants must be able to volunteer at least twice a week

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Application Timeline

May 3rd - December 4th