Volunteer With TechPoint Foundation for Youth
Discover the joy of giving back by sharing your time and talent with TechPoint Foundation for Youth. It's not just volunteering; it's an opportunity to make a real difference in your local community. We believe that everyone has something unique to contribute, and we're here to help you find the perfect way to give.
Join us in shaping the future of tech and STEM education. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, there's a place for you in our various volunteer opportunities. Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math, and mentor the next generation of innovators.
Our flexible opportunities cater to your expertise and schedule, ensuring that your involvement is both impactful and enjoyable. Although most of our activities align with the school year (August - May), we're eager to hear how you'd like to connect with us year-round. Your preferences matter, and the journey starts with a simple 2-minute Volunteer Interest Form (below).
Ready to embark on a rewarding adventure? Explore the possibilities below and find the opportunity that resonates with you. Let's build a lasting relationship while making a positive impact together. Your journey of giving back begins here!
Volunteer Interest Form
Want to get involved directly with students through fun, hands-on STEM programs? Check out our Volunteer Menu below and let’s connect!
Individuals and companies interested in becoming part of our volunteer network should fill out this form so we can get connected.
We've teamed up with numerous Indiana businesses and individuals to link volunteers with schools and community centers, fostering meaningful learning experiences for students statewide. **Note: All volunteer opportunities will take place from August to April.
If you have specific questions regarding a volunteer opportunity from our Volunteer Menu below, please feel free to email us at Volunteer@TechPointYouth.org!
Unable to volunteer? Don’t worry! Please consider a financial gift to support Techpoint foundation for youth’s Mission.
Volunteer Menu for the 2023-2024 School Year
Each year TechPoint Foundation for Youth strives to bring both on-going and one-time engagement opportunities to our volunteers. Look through our “menu” of options, and then scroll on to find a short paragraph describing each type of engagement.
STEM Mentors
(on-going)
A driving force behind our mission’s success is volunteerism from employees within STEM focused companies who are willing to mentor young minds for the duration of an entire school year. There are two ways to get involved with this program:
Classroom Support
STEM Mentors have the option to work alongside a classroom teacher during the school day to support hands-on, minds-on curriculum in the classroom and enrich the STEM learning environment for students. When you volunteer in a classroom, you get to make meaningful connections with students of all backgrounds while sharing your knowledge and expertise. This opportunity works great for a team looking to regularly volunteer in their local community!
Robotics Teams
We have hundreds of robotics teams throughout the state looking for support after school. Help give teachers the confidence to tackle their student's questions while impacting the lives of students interested in STEM at an early age by being a STEM Mentor for a local school’s robotics program.
Learn more about our robotics teams HERE!
RECRUITMENT FOR STEM MENTORS FOR THE 23-24 SCHOOL YEAR IS COMPLETE. CHECK BACK IN MAY FOR MORE RECRUITMENT INFO FOR THE THE 24-25 SCHOOL YEAR.
One-Time Events
If your schedule does not allow a year-round commitment, or you are interested in engaging more community members and volunteers from your organization with TPF4Y’s mission, we also offer a variety of one-time events throughout the year. Here are several ways to get involved that only require a few hours of time:
Robot Events/Competitions
Throughout the year, schools host practice and qualifying robotics events in preparation for the State Championships in March. As you can imagine, giving students the opportunity to practice for the “big dance” in robotics is a great way to improve their robot skills and build confidence. These events are typically held on Saturdays, and volunteers are always needed to fill a variety of roles- ALL background and skills levels with robotics are welcome.
Check out more ways to get involved HERE!
Hour of Code
Each December, TPF4Y celebrates Computer Science Education Week by providing schools in Indiana with the resources they need to complete an Hour of Code activity. The Foundation partners local schools with STEM Professionals to volunteer in-person and engage students in fun, game-like, coding lessons. Be on the lookout for more information!
Check out more about Hour of Code HERE!
State Robotics Championship
Each March, TechPoint Foundation for Youth hosts elementary, middle, and high school students for the Indiana Robotics State Championship at Lucas Oil Stadium. This past year, TPF4Y volunteers supported over 1600 students during the State Championship event, serving around 350 student teams scattered across all 92 counties of Indiana.
We have 450+ volunteer roles to fill each year to make the event happen. Interested in helping give Indiana robotics students an experience they will never forget? Check back in January of 2025 for the next State Championship signup. We have volunteer opportunities for all levels of knowledge and comfort!
To learn more about specific roles and volunteer opportunities visit our Indiana Robotics State Championship page.
