Opportunities From: Speak Up for Kids

Volunteer: JOIN THE MAGIC MAKERS — THURSDAYS

Step into the heart of our mission every Thursday and help us champion children in foster care. Whether you're a creative spirit, an organizing ace, or simply someone who loves to lend a hand, your time and talents make a real difference.

What We’re Up To:
Cricut Creations: Craft meaningful gifts using our Cricut machine—perfect for raffles, presentations, and volunteer appreciation.
Event Prep: Assemble materials and goodies that bring our events to life with heart and flair.
Office Cheer Crew: Write thank-you notes, organize inventory, and help with creative outreach that keeps our supporters inspired.

Why It Matters:
Every sticker placed, note written, and ribbon tied helps us celebrate the people who make our work possible—and brings joy to the children we serve.

Come be part of something special. We can't wait to welcome you!

Program: Speak Up For Kids

Step into the heart of our mission every Thursday and help us champion children in foster care. Whether you're a creative spirit, an organizing ace, or simply someone who loves to lend a hand, your time and talents make a real difference.

What We’re Up To:
Cricut Creations: Craft meaningful gifts using our Cricut machine—perfect for raffles, presentations, and volunteer appreciation.
Event Prep: Assemble materials and goodies that bring our events to life with heart and flair.
Office Cheer Crew: Write thank-you notes, organize inventory, and help with creative outreach that keeps our supporters inspired.

Why It Matters:
Every sticker placed, note written, and ribbon tied helps us celebrate the people who make our work possible—and brings joy to the children we serve.

Come be part of something special. We can't wait to welcome you!

Program: Speak Up For Kids

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 33409

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: JOIN THE MAGIC MAKERS — TUESDAYS

Step into the heart of our mission every Wednesday and help us champion children in foster care. Whether you're a creative spirit, an organizing ace, or simply someone who loves to lend a hand, your time and talents make a real difference.

What We’re Up To:
Cricut Creations: Craft meaningful gifts using our Cricut machine—perfect for raffles, presentations, and volunteer appreciation.
Event Prep: Assemble materials and goodies that bring our events to life with heart and flair.
Office Cheer Crew: Write thank-you notes, organize inventory, and help with creative outreach that keeps our supporters inspired.

Why It Matters:
Every sticker placed, note written, and ribbon tied helps us celebrate the people who make our work possible—and brings joy to the children we serve.

Come be part of something special. We can't wait to welcome you!

Program: Speak Up For Kids

Step into the heart of our mission every Wednesday and help us champion children in foster care. Whether you're a creative spirit, an organizing ace, or simply someone who loves to lend a hand, your time and talents make a real difference.

What We’re Up To:
Cricut Creations: Craft meaningful gifts using our Cricut machine—perfect for raffles, presentations, and volunteer appreciation.
Event Prep: Assemble materials and goodies that bring our events to life with heart and flair.
Office Cheer Crew: Write thank-you notes, organize inventory, and help with creative outreach that keeps our supporters inspired.

Why It Matters:
Every sticker placed, note written, and ribbon tied helps us celebrate the people who make our work possible—and brings joy to the children we serve.

Come be part of something special. We can't wait to welcome you!

Program: Speak Up For Kids

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 33409

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: JOIN THE MAGIC MAKERS — WEDNESDAYS

Step into the heart of our mission every Wednesday and help us champion children in foster care. Whether you're a creative spirit, an organizing ace, or simply someone who loves to lend a hand, your time and talents make a real difference.

What We’re Up To:
Cricut Creations: Craft meaningful gifts using our Cricut machine—perfect for raffles, presentations, and volunteer appreciation.
Event Prep: Assemble materials and goodies that bring our events to life with heart and flair.
Office Cheer Crew: Write thank-you notes, organize inventory, and help with creative outreach that keeps our supporters inspired.

Why It Matters:
Every sticker placed, note written, and ribbon tied helps us celebrate the people who make our work possible—and brings joy to the children we serve.

Come be part of something special. We can't wait to welcome you!

Program: Speak Up For Kids

Step into the heart of our mission every Wednesday and help us champion children in foster care. Whether you're a creative spirit, an organizing ace, or simply someone who loves to lend a hand, your time and talents make a real difference.

What We’re Up To:
Cricut Creations: Craft meaningful gifts using our Cricut machine—perfect for raffles, presentations, and volunteer appreciation.
Event Prep: Assemble materials and goodies that bring our events to life with heart and flair.
Office Cheer Crew: Write thank-you notes, organize inventory, and help with creative outreach that keeps our supporters inspired.

Why It Matters:
Every sticker placed, note written, and ribbon tied helps us celebrate the people who make our work possible—and brings joy to the children we serve.

Come be part of something special. We can't wait to welcome you!

Program: Speak Up For Kids

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 33409

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Music Buddies Adult Coordinator

STUDENT TEACHERS can earn community service hours through the STUDENTS Speak Up for Kids program and make a difference in the lives of abused and neglected kids through the magic of music.

This opportunity is for someone who would like to help lead and coordinate in our Music Buddies program.  Ideally, this would be a parent volunteer who would appreciate working with foster parents and helping the student coordinator match our music students with our student teacher volunteers.  This person would also help with recruiting student teachers into the program who are willing to give music lessons to children in the foster care system, who are living with relatives or non-relatives or adoptive children who may have had an open case at one time.

This person would work closely with the Program Director to facilitate the logistics of this program.

Program: Students Speak Up for Kids

STUDENT TEACHERS can earn community service hours through the STUDENTS Speak Up for Kids program and make a difference in the lives of abused and neglected kids through the magic of music.

This opportunity is for someone who would like to help lead and coordinate in our Music Buddies program.  Ideally, this would be a parent volunteer who would appreciate working with foster parents and helping the student coordinator match our music students with our student teacher volunteers.  This person would also help with recruiting student teachers into the program who are willing to give music lessons to children in the foster care system, who are living with relatives or non-relatives or adoptive children who may have had an open case at one time.

This person would work closely with the Program Director to facilitate the logistics of this program.

Program: Students Speak Up for Kids

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 33402

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Submission to Life Skills Portal (Adult NON-Student)

Our Life Skills Portal is designed to support "aging out" and "Alumni" youth, and it is accessible nationally through our website. 

The Portal has essential life skills and is crafted with tutorials and resources that offer guidance on a wide array of topics crucial to support these youth transitioning to adulthood and independence. Articles currently cover topics such as financial literacy, job preparation, health and wellness, and much more.

The best part about our portal is that most of our content is written "peer-to-peer".  We would love to have your contribution, so please visit our Life Skills Portal to review articles that are currently already on the portal.

Each submission will include:

An article (can be written in any format; however, Q & A style or bulleted information is easily digestible).  The content needs to be written for a low-level reader. An infographic with the basic details summarized (You'll submit your Canva share link)  and we'll add our logo, etc.) These infographics allow for easy downloading to a phone or table for easy reference. A 2-3 minute video (can be TikTok, Reel or Instagram style, in skit format or simply an instructional video with graphics).

1. Get a topic:Email Sofia@SpeakUpforKidsPBC.org for topic ideas  with the SUBJECT LINE:  Life Skills Portal Submission - Let her know what topic you'll be doing (or ask her for a topic).  She will give you

2. Turn in your Submission.  Make sure your article is ready.  :Create a Google Document and Be sure to include a link to your article in a Google Doc.Be sure to include a share link (via Canva) to your infographic.Be sure to include a link to your video.

Then go here to submit your article.

2. Be sure to complete your hours and submission here on the volunteer platform.  (Click on "Hours" on the top right).

3. Once your submission has been verified your hours will be submitted for approval.

We appreciate your willingness to help us make an impact in the lives of the foster youth transitioning to adulthood. 



Program: Speak Up For Kids

Our Life Skills Portal is designed to support "aging out" and "Alumni" youth, and it is accessible nationally through our website. 

The Portal has essential life skills and is crafted with tutorials and resources that offer guidance on a wide array of topics crucial to support these youth transitioning to adulthood and independence. Articles currently cover topics such as financial literacy, job preparation, health and wellness, and much more.

The best part about our portal is that most of our content is written "peer-to-peer".  We would love to have your contribution, so please visit our Life Skills Portal to review articles that are currently already on the portal.

Each submission will include:

An article (can be written in any format; however, Q & A style or bulleted information is easily digestible).  The content needs to be written for a low-level reader. An infographic with the basic details summarized (You'll submit your Canva share link)  and we'll add our logo, etc.) These infographics allow for easy downloading to a phone or table for easy reference. A 2-3 minute video (can be TikTok, Reel or Instagram style, in skit format or simply an instructional video with graphics).

1. Get a topic:Email Sofia@SpeakUpforKidsPBC.org for topic ideas  with the SUBJECT LINE:  Life Skills Portal Submission - Let her know what topic you'll be doing (or ask her for a topic).  She will give you

2. Turn in your Submission.  Make sure your article is ready.  :Create a Google Document and Be sure to include a link to your article in a Google Doc.Be sure to include a share link (via Canva) to your infographic.Be sure to include a link to your video.

Then go here to submit your article.

2. Be sure to complete your hours and submission here on the volunteer platform.  (Click on "Hours" on the top right).

3. Once your submission has been verified your hours will be submitted for approval.

We appreciate your willingness to help us make an impact in the lives of the foster youth transitioning to adulthood. 



Program: Speak Up For Kids

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 33402

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Submission to Life Skills Portal (Student)

Our Life Skills Portal is a national resource designed to support foster youth who are aging out of foster care and transitioning to independence. It provides essential guidance on topics like financial literacy, job preparation, health and wellness, and more—all in an easy-to-access format.

What makes our portal unique? Most of the content is written peer-to-peer, meaning young adults like you are sharing insights and advice to help others. We would love for you to contribute!

What Your Submission Includes: An Article – Can be in any format, but Q&A or bullet points are best for easy reading. Content should be simple, clear, and written for a low-level reader.  Keep it VERY brief. An Infographic – A visual summary of the article’s key points. Submit a Canva share link, and we’ll add branding before publishing. A 2-3 Minute Video – Short and engaging—can be any style --> a TikTok, Reel, Instagram-style video, an animated clip, an educational PowerPoint set to music, or simply you teaching on camera. Your video can be a skit, a tutorial, or an instructional presentation with graphics. How to Get Started:

Choose a Topic

Click "Sign up" at the top of this page.  Email Trish@SpeakUpforKidsPBC.org with the subject line: Life Skills Portal Submission Let us know your topic, or ask for a suggested one.

Prepare Your Submission

Write your article in Google Docs and ensure the share setting is “Anyone with the link can view.” Create your infographic in Canva and share the view link. Record your video and provide a direct link.

Submit Your Work

Upload your article, infographic link, and video link Go here to submit your content. Log your volunteer hours in the portal (Click "Hours" in the top right). Once your submission is verified, your hours will be approved.

We appreciate your time and creativity in helping foster youth gain the skills they need to succeed. Thank you for making an impact!

Program: Students Speak Up for Kids

Our Life Skills Portal is a national resource designed to support foster youth who are aging out of foster care and transitioning to independence. It provides essential guidance on topics like financial literacy, job preparation, health and wellness, and more—all in an easy-to-access format.

What makes our portal unique? Most of the content is written peer-to-peer, meaning young adults like you are sharing insights and advice to help others. We would love for you to contribute!

What Your Submission Includes: An Article – Can be in any format, but Q&A or bullet points are best for easy reading. Content should be simple, clear, and written for a low-level reader.  Keep it VERY brief. An Infographic – A visual summary of the article’s key points. Submit a Canva share link, and we’ll add branding before publishing. A 2-3 Minute Video – Short and engaging—can be any style --> a TikTok, Reel, Instagram-style video, an animated clip, an educational PowerPoint set to music, or simply you teaching on camera. Your video can be a skit, a tutorial, or an instructional presentation with graphics. How to Get Started:

Choose a Topic

Click "Sign up" at the top of this page.  Email Trish@SpeakUpforKidsPBC.org with the subject line: Life Skills Portal Submission Let us know your topic, or ask for a suggested one.

Prepare Your Submission

Write your article in Google Docs and ensure the share setting is “Anyone with the link can view.” Create your infographic in Canva and share the view link. Record your video and provide a direct link.

Submit Your Work

Upload your article, infographic link, and video link Go here to submit your content. Log your volunteer hours in the portal (Click "Hours" in the top right). Once your submission is verified, your hours will be approved.

We appreciate your time and creativity in helping foster youth gain the skills they need to succeed. Thank you for making an impact!

Program: Students Speak Up for Kids

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 33402

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Use Your Skills Project

The "Use Your Skills Project" empowers students to leverage their unique talents, passions, and skills to advocate for and benefit children in foster care or youths aging out of the foster system as they transition to adulthood.

By harnessing their creativity, compassion, and expertise, students can create impactful projects that provide support, resources, and opportunities for these vulnerable individuals to thrive.

NOTE:  99% of our projects are virtual. Be sure to reach out to us for all other possibilities. 

Examples of Advocacy Projects 

Calming Workshops:
Students with artistic talents can organize art therapy workshops for children in foster care, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and cope with emotional challenges.


Educational Empowerment Initiatives:
Students passionate about education can develop tutoring programs or educational workshops tailored to the needs of children in foster care, ensuring they have access to quality learning opportunities.

Life Skills Training Seminars:
Students with practical skills in areas such as budgeting, cooking, and job readiness can organize seminars or workshops to teach essential life skills to youths aging out of foster care, equipping them for independent living.

Advocacy Campaigns: Students with a passion for social justice can launch advocacy campaigns to raise awareness about the challenges faced by children in foster care or youths aging out of the system, advocating for policy changes and increased support.Creative

Fundraising Events/Donation Drives:
Students with event planning and creative skills can organize fundraising events such as art exhibitions, talent shows, or charity concerts to raise funds for organizations supporting children in foster care or youths in transition.

Content Creation:
Students with  video creation, technology, writing skills, etc. can submit content to our online portal that serves as a resource hub, providing information, support services, and community connections for youths aging out of the system.

Program: Students Speak Up for Kids

The "Use Your Skills Project" empowers students to leverage their unique talents, passions, and skills to advocate for and benefit children in foster care or youths aging out of the foster system as they transition to adulthood.

By harnessing their creativity, compassion, and expertise, students can create impactful projects that provide support, resources, and opportunities for these vulnerable individuals to thrive.

NOTE:  99% of our projects are virtual. Be sure to reach out to us for all other possibilities. 

Examples of Advocacy Projects 

Calming Workshops:
Students with artistic talents can organize art therapy workshops for children in foster care, providing them with a creative outlet to express themselves and cope with emotional challenges.


Educational Empowerment Initiatives:
Students passionate about education can develop tutoring programs or educational workshops tailored to the needs of children in foster care, ensuring they have access to quality learning opportunities.

Life Skills Training Seminars:
Students with practical skills in areas such as budgeting, cooking, and job readiness can organize seminars or workshops to teach essential life skills to youths aging out of foster care, equipping them for independent living.

Advocacy Campaigns: Students with a passion for social justice can launch advocacy campaigns to raise awareness about the challenges faced by children in foster care or youths aging out of the system, advocating for policy changes and increased support.Creative

Fundraising Events/Donation Drives:
Students with event planning and creative skills can organize fundraising events such as art exhibitions, talent shows, or charity concerts to raise funds for organizations supporting children in foster care or youths in transition.

Content Creation:
Students with  video creation, technology, writing skills, etc. can submit content to our online portal that serves as a resource hub, providing information, support services, and community connections for youths aging out of the system.

Program: Students Speak Up for Kids

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 33402

Allow Groups: Yes