Needs From: United Way of Cayuga County, Inc.

Ambassador Book Buddies serve as the on-site leaders for the Book Buddy program. They act as the primary liaison between the school/site and United Way staff, ensuring smooth program operations. Ambassadors help manage volunteer check-in, monitor attendance, and support positive, effective reading sessions for students and volunteers. They may assist with volunteer training and recruitment. Must be available to be on site at one of our Auburn Enlarged City School District Elementary schools for 1 hour per week. 

This position will require an interview with the Office & Programs Assistant Administrator, Sarah Sayles. 

 Hybrid (UW office, remote and in-community outreach)

Key ResponsibilitiesCommunity Outreach & RecruitmentContact local businesses, nonprofits, schools, and community organizations to share information about the Cayuga Volunteer platform.Encourage organizations to become registered posting agencies and support them through the onboarding process.Distribute flyers and promotional materials at community locations and events.

Training & SupportAssist UWCC staff with virtual or in-person training webinars for agencies and volunteers.Provide basic guidance to users on platform navigation and best practices (with staff support). 

The United Way of Cayuga County is in need of books for our growing Book Buddies Program.

With our Book Buddies program, 2nd grade students are partnered with vetted community members for the academic school year. During this time our volunteers read with students during their lunch period, utilizing books from the school library, while engaging in meaningful conversations. The mission of our program is to promote a life-long love of reading, exploration and learning through books, and an opportunity for youth mentorship. 

Our program is currently in two elementary schools at Auburn Enlarged City School District, and our goal is to expand to every elementary school in Cayuga County. We currently do not have any funding for our program, so we appreciate any books you may be willing to donate to our program that are appropriate for 2nd grade students. 

We appreciate your kindness and generosity. 

Please reach out to our Office & Programs Assistant Administrator, Sarah Sayles, to schedule a drop-off time. 

ssayles@unitedwayofcayugacounty.org or 315-253-9741 x119

Book Buddies is a program that is run by The United Way of Cayuga County, in partnership with the Auburn Enlarged City School District. With our Book Buddies program, 2nd grade students are partnered with vetted community members for the academic school year. During this time our volunteers read with students during their lunch period utilizing books from the school library, while engaging in meaningful conversations. The mission of our program is to promote a life-long love of reading, exploration and learning through books, and an opportunity for youth mentorship.

Genesee Book Buddies meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 11:15-11:45.

Background checks are required by the school district in order to become a Book Buddy.

Book Buddies is a program that is run by The United Way of Cayuga County, in partnership with the Auburn Enlarged City School District. With our Book Buddies program, 2nd grade students are partnered with vetted community members for the academic school year. During this time our volunteers read with students during their lunch period utilizing books from the school library, while engaging in meaningful conversations. The mission of our program is to promote a life-long love of reading, exploration and learning through books, and an opportunity for youth mentorship.

Book Buddies at Herman Elementary takes place the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month from 11:30-12:00.

Background checks are required by the school district in order to become a Book Buddy.

Office Volunteer on an as needed basis for different events that may be ongoing with the United Way of Cayuga County. 

Volunteers needed for a variety of events that United Way of Cayuga County may be assisting the community with. Volunteers are needed on a regular ongoing basis.