Volunteer Opportunities
School Partnership Programs
Seven Baskets is an approved Community Partner with Columbus City Schools providing a variety of services for students and staff in four elementary schools (Leawood, Lindbergh, Scottwood, and Shady Lane). We provide tutoring/mentoring, after-school programs, and weekend nutrition that serve elementary and middle school students. Volunteers receive training and support and complete a background check. We ask that volunteers commit to at least one day per week.
Leawood Elementary (1677 S. Hamilton Rd., Columbus)
Tuesday/Thursday: Tutoring 12:15-1 pm, Mentoring 1-1:45 pm
Monday-Thursday: After-School 3:15-5:30 pm
Lindbergh Elementary (2541 Lindbergh Dr., Columbus)
Monday: Tutoring 12:30-1:00
Scottwood Elementary (3392 Scottwood Rd., Columbus)
Tuesday/Thursday: Tutoring 12-12:45 pm, Mentoring 12:45-1:30 pm
Shady Lane Elementary (1444 Shady Lane Rd, Columbus)
Wednesday: Tutoring 11:45 am-1:15 pm
Monday/Thursday: After-School 3:15-5 pm
Middle School (1635 S. Hamilton Rd., Columbus)
Middle school students meet at the Seven Baskets Community House
Monday/Wednesday 3-5 pm
Contact: Please call or email Kristie Mansell, Academic/Mentoring Services Director, 614-205-8325 or kristiem@seven-baskets.org
Volunteer Training
Seven Baskets partners with Mentor to provide evidenced-based volunteer training and program guidance. A national certification program was completed in 2020 through their leadership.
Special Events
Two to four community events are held each year. These events have included Summer Ice Cream Socials, Fall Harvest Festivals and Christmas Pancake Breakfasts.
We also provide volunteers who assist with special events hosted by our partner schools.
Contact: Please call us or email info@seven-baskets.org
Summer Day Camps
What: A multi-week program for elementary school children
When: June
Where: Seven Baskets Partner Elementary Schools
Volunteers serve one to five days per week or on an occasional basis, assisting with academics, artistic expression, and group activities.
Contact: Please call us or email info@seven-baskets.org
Staff Encouragement
Teacher Appreciation activities encourage our partner schools’ staffs. Activities occur periodically during the school year. Volunteers assist with hosting, preparation of food items, etc.
Interested persons are asked to provide their name for contact as activities are scheduled.
Contact: Please call us or email info@seven-baskets.org
Seven Baskets Community House Maintenance
Attention Handymen and Yardwork Enthusiasts!
The Seven Baskets Community House needs your skill set. Seasonal work and periodic maintenance projects are performed by volunteers.
Interested persons are asked to provide their name and skill/interest. Contacts are made as projects are scheduled.
Contact: Please call us or email info@seven-baskets.org