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"Marlene keeps telling people how much I've grown up and what I've achieved, I’m not sure if she realizes that a lot of it is because of her."
~Gayle

Communities In Schools is a great way for YOU to invest, through direct action, in the future of young people and the future of your community. Often all it takes is one hour a week.

You can help in the following ways:

Change a young life for the better. The single most important factor in whether a child makes it or not is the involvement of a caring adult. You can be that caring adult. We're experts at recruiting, training and organizing mentors and tutors  - Join us!
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Fund an organization that works. We help hundreds of young people realize their potential, but many more need our services. Help us expand our reach and deepen our level of support. For every dollar you donate, 83 cents directly supports critical programming.
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Advocate for youth in your community. Young people are falling through the cracks and they need more than just schools. They need families and communities who are there for them. Encourage colleagues, friends and family to get involved, and support organizations proven to make a difference.
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In Washington State, for every paid staff we marshal the time, talent and energies of 37 volunteers and supporters. We'd love for you to be one of them. Find out how.

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When Marlene, a Communities In Schools volunteer, first met Gayle, she had one goal: help Gayle pass middle school. Gayle had failing grades, low self-esteem, and was challenged by physical handicaps and significant learning disabilities. Each week Marlene would meet Gayle at school for lunch. They went on nature walks, worked on sewing projects, and visited art museums. Soon Gayle’s grades began to climb. After four years together, Gayle has worked to overcome her challenges and is making A's and B's. She has gained self-confidence and public speaking skills and is preparing for college. "Marlene keeps telling other people how much I have achieved," says Gayle. "I’m not sure if she realizes that a lot of it is because of her."
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Gayle's Story