A mentorship program that inspires, molds, and empowers young men to be productive members of society.
Based in Detroit, MI
Volunteer
Social support systems are crucial to the health and well-being of any community. As a volunteer for Caught Up, you will become an integral part of the support system we provide to our mentees, creating impactful relationships in your community while being an active resource for Detroit’s young people seeking reassurance and guidance.
Tutors
Duties & Responsibilities:
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Tutors will act as a role-model for mentees
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Attend weekly team meetings and collaborate effectively with parents and Caught Up mentors to enhance student performance and address individual student needs.
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Regularly tracks mentee grades and recognizes the relationship between social-emotional learning and academic performance; demonstrate the ability to teach the "whole child"
Mentors
Duties & Responsibilities:
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Participate in Circle Talks
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Lead by example
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Be relatable to youth and accepting of personal differences in lifestyle and values
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Be respectful of the mentee’s right to self-determination and independence
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Communicate with mentees on a regular basis by checking in with them and on their schoolwork
Administrative Support
Caught Up is always seeking volunteers to support administrative work in several specific areas. Certain opportunities may be available remotely.
Administrative Assistant
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Perform basic bookkeeping tasks including bill paying, check cutting, mailing checks, making deposits, invoicing
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Purchase office supplies and keep storage room stocked and organized
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Prepare for Board of Directors meetings by printing agendas, minutes, and other documents
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Maintain organizational files and documents
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Serve as first point of contact for the organization
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Manage donor database
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Perform general administrative support
Special Events Team
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Assist with scheduling field trips
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Assist with coordination of event logistics
Grant Management Team
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Track grants using Instrumentl grant management tools
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Grant writing experience is a plus
Communications Team
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Assist with print and electronic newsletters
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Coordinate website updates
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Assist with donor communications, including appeal and thank you letters
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Coordinate bulk mailings
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Maintain organizational archives
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Take on additional tasks as directed by the Executive and Associate Directors
