Volunteer Running & Reading Coach/Mentor Calgary

Make a Difference After School – Become a Running & Reading Club Mentor!

Join the fun and impact lives with the Start2Finish Running & Reading Club—a unique after-school program that promotes literacy, healthy active living, and play for children aged 6–13 (Grades 1–6).

Running from October to May, just one afternoon a week for two hours, you’ll support students through meaningful activities that help them stay in school, build self-confidence, and form positive relationships with peers and mentors.

You don’t need to be a runner—there’s a role for everyone!

As a Volunteer Mentor, you’ll:
✅ Participate in fun fitness activities
📖 Read one-on-one with children
🥪 Help serve healthy snacks
🔠 Lead or support engaging literacy games and activities

With your support, students will feel seen, supported, and empowered to dream big. Be the reason a child discovers their confidence and a brighter future!

Calgary Locations to choose from:

• Bowcroft Elementary, Wednesdays 3:15-5:15pm, 3940 - 73 Street N., Calgary, AB T3B 2L9
• Erin Woods School, Wednesdays 2:40-4:40pm, 25 Erin Park Drive SE, Calgary, AB T2B 2Z9
• James Short Memorial/G.W. Skene, 3:40-5:40pm, 6333 5 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2A 3V7

Training will be provided

Required Skills:

• Leadership
• Verbal communication
• Active listening
• Enthusiastic engagement
• Problem solving
• Time Management
• Group facilitation
• Teamwork
• Experience working with children is beneficial

Benefits

• Give back to the community in a meaningful way
• Gain personal satisfaction
• Meet new people and develop friendships and professional contacts
• Skill and personal development
• Build self-esteem
• Challenge yourself and experience personal growth
• Develop a sense of accomplishment
• Reference letter upon request (minimum 1 term volunteering required)
• Enhance your health and well-being
• Have fun!