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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Love Box®
Program
Volunteers must be at least 20 years old.
Love Box volunteers commit to at least one in-person connection per month and a minimum one-year commitment, renewed annually. The timing is flexible based on your schedule!
While many of our matches continue far beyond a year, we begin with one year to protect stability and ensure families can rely on your presence.
We recommend that you plan for 2–3 hours (or more) per month for monthly support for your matched family.
Yes. Volunteers must have access to a car to meet with families and provide consistent support.
Prior to transporting children, volunteers must also provide proof of a valid driver's license, active insurance, and undergo a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Yes. All volunteers must pass a background check and undergo fingerprinting prior to being matched.
There is a one-time registration fee suggested at $75.
Our Love Box® program relies on the passion and commitment of trained volunteers. These fees help set you and your matched family up for success, safety, and a deeply meaningful experience. The initial fee helps to offset the cost of:
• Background check
• Fingerprinting
• Volunteer onboarding
• Volunteer training
• Thoughtful volunteer + family matching
• ... and more!
Love Box® volunteers often provide practical items or meals. An average is $75 for the caregivers + $25 per child in the home per month, so for a family of four, the average would be $125. However, we encourage volunteers to work within their budget and partner with their community to gather needed items - recruit Love Box group members, share Amazon wishlists, etc!
No – none at all. Our team will equip you through training, walk alongside you in your volunteer journey, and remain an ongoing resource for guidance and support.
Love Box® volunteers provide both practical and relational support. The actual support provided is based on your preferences/capacity and tailored to the individual needs of your matched family.
Examples include:
• Helping with homework or school projects
• Bringing a meal
• Babysitting so caregivers can rest
• Attending sporting events or recitals
• Going to the park or planning simple outings
• Calling caregivers to ask, “What do you need to thrive this month?”
It’s about showing up consistently – and building relationships that change everything.
Yes. We thoughtfully match volunteers and families based on compatibility, proximity, and mutual preferences to ensure everyone is set up for success.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and value diversity within our community. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, marital status, ethnicity, age, financial position, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
Absolutely not! One of our Program Coordinators will stay connected throughout the duration of your match, and will offer continued training, support, and encouragement to you. They'll also be an additional resource for the family. We're in this with you, every step of the way!
1. Attend an informational discovery session (https://calendly.com/volunteer-atlantaangels/volunteer-discovery-session)to learn about the programs.
2. Complete a volunteer application and background check.
3. Complete your volunteer training to equip you for your role.
4. Get matched with a youth based on fit and availability.
See the full onboarding guide here!(https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tPxZjlzbE9AC5xcRr5ZaNKzhu315NMa50AOSdZSxE0w/edit?tab=t.0)
If you're interested in volunteering, but the Love Box® Program doesn't seem like the right fit for you, we still encourage you to attend a discovery session (https://calendly.com/volunteer-atlantaangels/volunteer-discovery-session)to learn about all of the ways to get involved - such as becoming a mentor to support a youth in foster care, an event volunteer, office angel, and more!
If volunteering isn't the right fit for you at this time, but you'd like to stay engaged, we highly recommend that you join our Angel Alliance as a monthly donor.(https://atlantaangels.app.neoncrm.com/forms/angel-alliance) You can support a Love Box® match behind the scenes, while still staying connected to our community and receiving stories of impact!
Could Volunteering Be Your Next Yes?
Dare to Dream®
Program
FAQs
Mentors must be at least 22 years old.
Dare to Dream® mentors commit to at least two in-person connections per month and a minimum one-year commitment.
This consistency creates the trust necessary for youth to set goals, take risks, and grow. While the program operates year by year, many of our mentor relationships extend far beyond that first year.
Yes. Mentors must have access to a car to meet consistently with their mentee.
Mentors also need to provide valid and active driver's license and vehicle insurance, and will undergo a Motor Vehicle Records check prior to driving their mentee.
Yes. All mentors must pass a background check and complete fingerprinting prior to being matched.
There is a suggested one-time registration fee of $75. We never want finances to be a barrier, so it is "pay what you can," or you can choose to give monthly instead.
Our Dare to Dream® program relies on the commitment of trained mentors who are prepared to show up consistently for youth navigating foster care. These fees help ensure safety, structure, and a meaningful mentorship experience. They help offset:
• Background check
• Mentor onboarding
• Mentor training
• Intentional mentor + youth matching
• ... and more!
Once matched, Dare to Dream® mentors are expected to cover any associated costs with a meetup. For instance - if the mentor takes their mentee out to eat or to a fitness class, they’d cover the cost of those activities.
No – none at all! You don’t need professional experience – just a willingness to show up consistently. We provide comprehensive training, clear structure, and ongoing coaching so you feel supported every step of the way.
Dare to Dream mentors walk one-on-one with youth ages 11–22 as they navigate life, goals, and big transitions.
Mentors might:
• Help with homework or explore college options
• Attend sporting events or performances
• Explore hobbies or try something new together
• Grab a sweet treat or meal and talk about life
• Practice job interviews or build resumes
• Simply listen and remind a young person, “I believe in you.”
The goal is simple and profound: consistent presence, steady encouragement, and a trusted adult relationship that lasts beyond the program year.
Yes. We thoughtfully match mentors and youth based on compatibility, proximity, and mutual preferences to ensure everyone is set up for success.
We welcome mentors from all backgrounds and value diversity within our community. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, marital status, ethnicity, age, financial position, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
1. Attend an informational discovery session (https://calendly.com/volunteer-atlantaangels/volunteer-discovery-session)to learn about the programs.
2. Complete a volunteer application and background check.
3. Complete your volunteer training to equip you for your role.
4. Get matched with a youth based on fit and availability.
See the full onboarding guide here!(https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f_4nwOzkekywQ8kx0lJQmXHouEpE37tK9-UsAA4Iur8/edit?tab=t.0)
Absolutely not! One of our Program Coordinators will stay connected throughout the duration of your match, and will offer continued training, support, and encouragement to you. They'll also be an additional resource for your mentee. We're in this with you, every step of the way!
If you're interested in volunteering, but mentoring doesn't seem like the right fit for you, we still encourage you to attend a discovery session (https://calendly.com/volunteer-atlantaangels/volunteer-discovery-session)to learn about all of the ways to get involved - such as becoming a Love Box® Leader to support a foster family, an event volunteer, office angel, and more!
If volunteering isn't the right fit for you at this time, but you'd like to stay engaged, we highly recommend that you join our Angel Alliance as a monthly donor.(https://atlantaangels.app.neoncrm.com/forms/angel-alliance) You can support a Dare to Dream® match behind the scenes, while still staying connected to our community and receiving stories of impact!
Could Mentoring Be Your Next Yes?
Volunteer & Mentor
What to Expect
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