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Training the Next Generation of Volunteers
from Winter 2023
by folio JLM
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Little Leaguers has kicked off for 2022–2023 and the impact is already being felt by our members and in the community!
The purpose of the Little Leaguers program is to train younger children and grandchildren of members to become active volunteers in the community. The program creates and implements activities for children to participate in GMMS (general membership meetings) or other community activities.
So far, Little Leaguers have participated in a weekend art class; toured the Food Pantry at Central Presbyterian and painted bowls for their Art Soup fundraiser; and attended GMMs, where they packed bags of cleaning supplies for our community partners. The cleaning supply bags included items such as paper towels, laundry detergent, multipurpose cleaners, and more. So far, bags have been distributed to Prodisee Pantry, The Joseph Project, and Food Pantry at Central.
The ages of Little Leaguers participating has ranged from 4 years old up to 17 years old. Our older Little Leaguers have earned service hours by assisting with activities. Not only is it a fun time for all ages, but they also get hands-on experience volunteering in the community and seeing what community service is all about.
“The Little Leaguer program gives me the opportunity to share volunteerism with my daughter,” says JLM Treasurer, Ashley Bryan. “She enjoys getting to spend time helping the community and meeting new friends. I appreciate the opportunity to spend time investing in family and community at the same time.”
This year’s events have been very popular and well-attended thus far, with members already asking about Little Leaguers’ spring opportunities. Stay tuned to see all these young volunteers accomplish!
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