Volunteer
Volunteers make a difference in the lives of thousands of children through Ready.Set.READ! From office work to tutoring, we have opportunities available to meet your interests and time commitments.
Become a volunteer
To get started, fill out the Volunteer Form and a member of our team will contact you. You must be 18 years or older to apply.
Clearances
Child abuse clearances and criminal history checks are required to work with the children in our programs. To learn how to obtain your documentation, visit our Volunteer Clearances page for instructions and information.
If you have any questions, please contact Darby Wiekrykas at 610-685-4574 or darbyw@uwberks.org
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Star Readers
Tutors are needed to help first and second grade students throughout Berks County improve their reading skills. Star Readers is currently in 12 school districts.
Read Alliance
Reading High School students are needed to tutor elementary school students. Student tutors receive a stipend and valuable work experience.
Other Ways to Help
Children in Berks County need you to advocate for more investments in high quality early learning and Pre-K. Learn why this issue is so critical for our children, both locally and across the state, and lend your voice to the cause.