The Hands On Atlanta Civic Leadership Program, powered by Constellation, trains volunteers while supporting the needs of nonprofit agencies. Participants begin as Civic Fellows and become Civic Leaders through ongoing leadership training and mentoring provided by Hands On Atlanta staff, alumni and partners.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN
Civic Fellows manage service projects at designated non-profit partner sites by recruiting volunteers, overseeing service days and providing education to volunteers as to the mission of their partner agency.
Leadership outcomes include a highly developed understanding of the role of non-profits in meeting community needs and ability to fund-raise to support non-profit sustainability. Fellows also demonstrate personal leadership skills such as conflict resolution, decision making, and problem solving as well as advanced people skills such as delegation, providing/receiving feedback and team building.
Nonprofit partners participating in our next class of the Civic Leadership Program include the Atlanta Beltline Partnership, MedShare International, Action Ministries, Open Hand, and more!
Applications close Sunday, May 26, 2019 at 11:59pm.
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Learn about the critical needs that local nonprofits address
Network with local leaders, experts, and dedicated volunteers
Build long-lasting relationships with area nonprofits
Make a difference in the community and in the lives of others
Improve your personal and professional leadership skills
““The Civic Leadership Program is amazing and has given me this opportunity to impact people while serving the community.””
MEET A FEW CIVIC FELLOWS
WHAT YOU'LL DO
"The Civic Leadership Program goes a step above and beyond helping connect individuals with non-profits in the Greater Atlanta area. I made meaningful memories at each project and strengthened my relationship with my partner organization, which made all the hard work worth it.”
Julian Forero – Civic Leader 2015-2016
Lead 12 projects over the course of a year
Recruit, engage, and manage Hands On Atlanta volunteers
Attend Hands On Atlanta trainings
Fundraise for the Civic Leadership Program
Tutor and mentor children
Distribute food to the hungry
Play games and make arts and crafts with seniors
Beautify and maintain local parks
And many more!
How do I qualify?
Have volunteered for at least three (3) service projects in the past year (Hands On Atlanta or other volunteer service)
Be at least 21 years of age
Pass a criminal background check
Show a demonstrated commitment to making a difference
Be comfortable leading a group of diverse volunteers
Be easily accessible by e-mail and/or mobile phone
Applications close Sunday, May 26, 2019 at 11:59pm.
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The Civic Leadership Program is made possible by Presenting Sponsor, Constellation. Constellation, an Exelon company, is a leading supplier of electric, natural gas, and energy products and services for homes and businesses across the continental United States. Through their support of the Civic Leadership Program, Constellation has further demonstrated their commitment to sustainability, not just of natural resources, but of the Atlanta communities and families.
To learn more about our Civic Leadership Program contact our nonprofit services team:
Sara Dowdle - p: 404.979.2819 e: sdowdle@handsonatlanta.org
