Volunteer for an REF Program
There are lots of ways to volunteer for an REF program! Become a FAFSA Fest volunteer, volunteer with us at the Jazz Festival, become a College Connect panelist, or organize a book drive for Give Back, Give Books!
Organize a Book Drive for Give Back, Give Books
REF has distributed nearly 80,000 books to Rochester students since the start of Give Back, Give Books in 2005. Let's make that number even bigger! Organizing a book drive within your office or organization, club, sorority or fraternity, church group, or sports team is a fun, easy way to support Rochester students. You can also make a book drive part of your next birthday party or event!
Volunteer at FAFSA Fest
Interested in volunteering? We are looking for volunteers who can offer help to students filling out the FAFSA. We will train volunteers in filling out the FAFSA as needed.
For more information, contact Janee Slade, janee@rochestereducation.org.
Volunteer at the Jazz Festival
REF has been collecting instrument donations at the Rochester International Jazz Festival since 2008, thanks to the generosity of M&T Bank.
Each year we need volunteers to help us staff the booth, collect instruments, talk about what we do at REF, and have a great time!
Become a College Connect Panelist
Are you a current or recently graduated college student? Did you attend the Rochester City School District or a similar district? Are you a first-generation college student? We'd love for you to share your experiences and perspective with high school students.
Interested? Contact janee@rochestereducation.org