become a VolunteerWhen you volunteer with
When you volunteer with
Falmouth VIPS, you’re joining a
community of people shaping
the next generation
Students today are confronting a complex world. Now more
than ever, students need support navigating the relentless
stream of information technology delivers. Teachers
welcome the time and experiences our volunteers bring
from outside the classroom.
That’s whare you come in
We have fulfilling
opportunities to fit the skills
and schedule of every
interested volunteer
Our programs present volunteers with many ways to
get involved. From regular 1:1 mentoring to classroom
assistance, presenting a lesson, to speaking
opportunities, and more.
VIPS Moments
“Tutoring has challenged me to relearn subject matter that I haven’t used in many years, and it is a pleasure to know that I am passing this knowledge on to a new generation. I’m also hoping that exercising my own gray matter will help stave off senility! As for the community, when one of our students discovers the cure for cancer or unlocks the secret of nuclear fusion, we can say it started here!”
Woody Reed
Volunteer Tutor
“The VIPS leaders are exceptional! Tracey Crago & Drawde Geishecker are talented, organized, caring, committed, relational, trustworthy, thoughtful, collaborative, & connected with the community & Cape Cod . We need to acknowledge their impact not only through the meaningful financial lens ($5.41/ $1.00 invested ) , but for their personal & longstanding commitment to FPS & Clippers!”
Nancy Ashworth
Volunteer Mentor
Frequently Asked Questions
Falmouth VIPS welcomes all who are interested in helping out with our students! At Falmouth VIPS, we have opportunities that fit your schedule and availability and we are happy to work with you to find the best fit for you! No previous experience is needed, just a desire to help and show up when you are expected.
To get started, our volunteers are required to fill out a CORI form every year. The CORI (Criminal Offender Record Check) is available at all seven schools, the district administration building, or the VIPS office. It must be presented in person at any of the locations above with a valid photo identification (passport, driver’s license, Real ID, etc.).
Some volunteer opportunities such as mentoring, Junior Achievement, or tutoring, offer support, training, or shadowing. Our staff members are eager to meet you, answer your questions, and get you matched with a meaningful volunteer opportunity.
Our volunteers are welcome to give one hour a year, one hour a week, anything in between, or more! The opportunities to get involved in our schools vary greatly; any time you are able to give is appreciated! We will work with you to find a great fit for your schedule so you can decide when, where, and how often you’d like to volunteer.
Yes! If you know what grade level or school you’d prefer, we can help you get started.
If you are not sure and would like to learn more about our programs, opportunities, or highest needs, we’ll work with you and help you find a great fit for your time and interests.
No! Your time is incredibly valuable and we appreciate the fact that you have decided to share it with our students. There is never a cost to volunteer and any training sessions, professional development, or volunteer networking opportunities are always free.
As a nonprofit organization, Falmouth VIPS must raise funds for all of its programming. To do so, we host the annual “I Love VIPS” fundraising campaign, accept private donations, and seek grants and sponsorships.
At Falmouth VIPS, we encourage volunteerism at all ages! There are a number of peer-to-peer opportunities within the school district including tutoring, after school activities, peer mentoring, and homework help.
Many community organizations welcome young volunteers—with or without adult supervision—and Falmouth VIPS can help make those connections.
Once students reach high school age, they receive our bi-monthly e-newsletters featuring upcoming opportunities. Falmouth VIPS works with high school students to find a good fit for their busy schedules and also helps students keep track of their community service and volunteerism. This comes in handy for job, college, and scholarship applications and can fulfill reference requirements.
Getting Started
To get started with the volunteer application process,
please select from the options below
Are you a college student? Please choose the adult volunteer to get started.