Why Volunteer?

MPACT offers a wide variety of services and programs. Volunteers are an integral part of our service delivery. The reasons for volunteering with MPACT are as diverse and unique as our volunteers themselves. Many people choose to volunteer with MPACT because our volunteer program is rewarding and flexible. Whether you choose to work directly with a family, a parent, or contribute to the agency's mission in a more indirect way, you will make a difference in the lives of others.

Volunteers provide countless hours to MPACT as parent support, community educators, fundraising, clerical and administrative support, and Parent Mentors. In exchange for the contribution of skill, energy and commitment, MPACT volunteers receive tremendous satisfaction knowing they have directly impacted the lives of others.

What is an MPACT Parent Mentor?

MPACT provides Parent Mentor training to parents of children with disabilities and others who have a strong commitment to working with parents. These mentors provide direct support and assistance to parents in their child's Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Parent Mentors help parents plan for meetings, and on request may attend the IEP meeting with the parent. The role of a Parent Mentor is to empower the parent. A Parent Mentor does not represent or speak for a parent but will assist the parent, in becoming a strong educational advocate for their own child. MPACT Parent Mentors are screened and receive training and supervision from MPACT staff. You must attend MPACT workshops on the IEP process, Legal Rights (IDEA), and Effective Advocacy plus an advanced training that includes how to be a Parent Mentor or Support Volunteer.

View a list of current Parent Mentors

How do I Become a Volunteer?

Simply let a staff member know of your interest and we will give you all the details so you can help us help others.  Or just fill out our online Parent Mentor Questionnaire.   You can also use our contact form, be sure to select "I want to volunteer!" in the subject field.

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