CARING ADULTS:
Share Your Gift. Shape the Future.
Every young person needs a guide - someone who believes in them, teaches them, and shows them what’s possible. That’s what the Caring Adults Program is all about.
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We know our community is full of wisdom, skills, and lived experience. Whether you can braid hair, fix a bike, cook a family recipe, build a business, or play an instrument, your gift matters. And we’ll pay you to share it.
Here’s how it works:
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You bring your skill, talent, or life lesson.
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We connect you with local youth eager to learn.
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You’re compensated as an instructor while making a lasting impact.
This isn’t just mentorship — it’s intergenerational power. By participating, you’ll strengthen bonds between youth and elders, build pride in community knowledge, and help prepare the next generation for success.
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Because when we invest in each other, everybody wins.
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👉 Are you ready to share your gift? Sign up to become a Caring Adult today.
CARING ADULTS PROGRAM
THE PROBLEM: West Dayton youth often lack access to mentorship, practical skills, and workforce pathways, while community knowledge and talents remain underutilized.
OUR WORK:
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Intergenerational bonding that connects youth with caring adults
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Paid instruction model that compensates residents for teaching skills
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Skill-building opportunities to prepare youth for future work
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Workforce development through hands-on, community-based learning
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Youth-centered engagement tied to health, food, and local economy initiatives
THE IMPACT:
Builds strong intergenerational ties while equipping youth with skills for lifelong success.