College & FASFA Application Support VOLUNTEER

  • Free Activities
186 Cherry St, Waterbury, CT 06702, USA
Nov 21 2026
Nov 22 2026

Days

  • Sat 
  • Sun 
Single: 45 minutes - 1 single session
$0.00 USD

Calendar

Description

 

The Rivera Memorial Foundation is seeking knowledgeable community volunteers to provide 1-on-1 assistance to Waterbury high school seniors. Experience with college applications (such as the Common App) or filing the FAFSA is preferred to help ensure students receive accurate, confident guidance.

 

What Volunteer Advisors Will Do

  • Work 1-on-1 with high school seniors and their parents in 45-minute appointment blocks.

  • Guide students through completing college admissions applications (Common App, state schools, trade programs).

  • Assist families in navigating and submitting the 2027–2028 FAFSA form.

  • Help cross the finish line so every student leaves with completed applications!

Volunteer Requirements

  • Prior experience completing/assisting with college applications or the FAFSA preferred, but not required.

  • Commitment to at least one 2- to 3-hour shift block across the event days.

  • SIGN UP FOR AS MANY TIME SLOTS YOU ARE AVAILABLE TO VOLUNTEER FOR.

 

Restrictions

Participants must be 18 years to 100 years old when the program starts.

Registration period

Registration starts on 10/31/2026 and ends on 11/20/2026.

Participants may register at any time during this period.

The minimum number of sessions for registration is 1 and the maximum is 20.

In-person location

186 Cherry St, Waterbury, CT 06702, USA