HandsOn TomorrowTM
A Parents' Press "Best Teen-Focused Summer Camp"
HandsOn Tomorrow 2023 will host 3 separate two-week cohorts that will take place from June 19 to Aug 5. This year all Youth Leaders will meet in-person, 5 days a week from 9am-3pm. Our facilitators will lead curriculum onsite at our community partners for an immersive learning experience with guest speakers from local nonprofits and HandsOn volunteer engagements. This year’s program has 3 cohorts with the following dates:
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Skyline Cohort (East Bay) June 19th - July 1st
applications closed
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Baylands Cohort (Palo Alto) July 10th July 22nd
applications closed
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Bay Bridge Cohort (San Francisco) July 24th - Aug 5th
scholarships available
extended deadline to July 1st
Participants are broken into regional specific cohorts of 15-20 participants each to bolster conversation, enhance creative problem-solving and forge new friendships along the way.
Just like any HandsOn Tomorrow program, this summer's instalment of the program will culminate in a large-scale volunteer service project planned and led by the team, and attended by friends, family, and community members on a Saturday.
There will be a limited number of spots per cohort, express your interest and secure your spot today!
Apply Now!Benefits of Participating
HandsOn Tomorrow participants will:
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Earn up to 55 volunteer hours for college
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Develop project management skills, participate in community outreach,
and get acquainted with agencies that directly benefit your communities -
Encourage the future generation to tackle current issues, such as: hunger, homelessness, and the environment.
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Engage in peer-oriented exercises that fosters a team-based environment.
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A perfect environment to network and mingle with like minded teens.
HandsOn Tomorrow 2023 Schedule
Youth leaders will return to meeting in-person to engage in curriculum and reflection activities, connect with guest speakers, and participate in volunteer opportunities guided by HandsOn Tomorrow facilitators. Check out an example project here!
This Summer, we will host 3 cohorts from 9:00am-3:00pm.
Please note that due to Independence Day, HandsOn Tomorrow will not meet the week of July 4th.
In person-engagements will be vetted to assure participants can practice social distancing measures. Personal protection equipment provided by staff.
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Bay Bridge Cohort
July 24 - Aug 05 - scholarships available
extended deadline July 1st
check out the full program map
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Testimonials
It's super important for young people to get involved in their
community and start making a difference because no one is going to
do it unless you step forward.
Anushka Joshi
HandsOn Tomorrow
Palo Alto Team 2016
Young people need to be prepared when they go out into the real
world. I would recommend HandsOn Tomorrow highly to any high school
student thinking of doing volunteer work and getting exposure to
life outside their own world.
Sujata Joshi
HandsOn Tomorrow Parent
Palo Alto Team 2016
Cost
All cohort participants are required to participate in the two-week session. The enrollment costs $1,190 per person, need-based scholarships are available for low-income youth and families experiencing hardship as a result of COVID-19. If a need is indicated on your application, you will be automatically redirected to the scholarship application.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in sponsoring the next generation of Bay Area leaders? Check out sponsorship opportunities here!
Questions?
Please see our FAQ or contact Maddison Boys, Youth Programs Coordinator.
HandsOn Tomorrow is made possible by generous contributions from LifeScan Inc.
