Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Love Box®
Program
Could Volunteering Be Your Next Yes?
Volunteers must be at least 22 years old.
Love Box volunteers commit to at least one in-person connection per month and a minimum one-year commitment, renewed annually. While many of our matches continue far beyond a year, we begin with one year to protect stability and ensure families can rely on your presence.
Yes. Volunteers must have access to a car to meet with families and provide consistent support.
Yes. All volunteers must pass a background check prior to being matched.
There is a one-time registration fee of $50 for an individual or $75 for a couple or group. In subsequent years, volunteers renew annually for $30 per year.
Our Love Box® program relies on the passion and commitment of trained volunteers. These fees help set you and your matched family up for success, safety, and a deeply meaningful experience. They cover:
Background check
Volunteer onboarding
Volunteer training
Thoughtful volunteer + family matching
No – none at all. Our team will equip you through training, walk alongside you in your volunteer journey, and remain an ongoing resource for guidance and support.
Love Box volunteers provide both practical and relational support.
Examples include:
Helping with homework or school projects
Bringing a meal
Babysitting so caregivers can rest
Attending sporting events or recitals
Going to the park or planning simple outings
Calling caregivers to ask, “What do you need to thrive this month?”
It’s about showing up consistently – and building relationships that change everything.
Yes. We thoughtfully match volunteers and families based on compatibility, proximity, and mutual preferences to ensure everyone is set up for success.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and value diversity within our community. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, marital status, ethnicity, age, financial position, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
FAQs
Dare to Dream®
Program
Could Mentoring Be Your Next Yes?
Mentors must be at least 22 years old.
Dare to Dream® mentors commit to at least two in-person connections per month and a minimum one-year commitment. This consistency creates the trust necessary for youth to set goals, take risks, and grow. While the program operates year by year, many of our mentor relationships extend far beyond that first year.
Yes. Mentors must have access to a car to meet consistently with their mentee.
Yes. All mentors must pass a background check prior to being matched.
There is a one-time registration fee of $80. In subsequent years, mentors renew annually for $30 per year.
Our Dare to Dream® program relies on the commitment of trained mentors who are prepared to show up consistently for youth navigating foster care. These fees help ensure safety, structure, and a meaningful mentorship experience. They cover:
Background check
Mentor onboarding
Mentor training
Intentional mentor + youth matching
No – none at all! You don’t need professional experience – just a willingness to show up consistently. We provide comprehensive training, clear structure, and ongoing coaching so you feel supported every step of the way.
Dare to Dream mentors walk one-on-one with youth ages 11–22 as they navigate life, goals, and big transitions.
Mentors might:
Help with homework or explore college options
Attend sporting events or performances
Explore hobbies or try something new together
Grab a sweet treat or meal and talk about life
Practice job interviews or build resumes
Simply listen and remind a young person, “I believe in you.”
The goal is simple and profound: consistent presence, steady encouragement, and a trusted adult relationship that lasts beyond the program year.
Yes. We thoughtfully match mentors and youth based on compatibility, proximity, and mutual preferences to ensure everyone is set up for success.
We welcome mentors from all backgrounds and value diversity within our community. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, marital status, ethnicity, age, financial position, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
Volunteer & Mentor