Become a Volunteer

Education First is comprised of a diverse group of volunteers who work together toward a common goal: Improving the lives of disadvantaged students through college scholarships and mentoring.

Volunteer Openings

Work to Make a Difference

Our volunteers contribute in a wide variety of ways. They select scholars, mentor students, raise money, plan events, work on national initiatives, and more.

Bhaster Moorthy, PhD, Scholar Recipient and Current Volunteer,
Cleveland High School, University of New Mexico

Regardless of the activity, our volunteers work together as a team to make a difference.

We value our volunteers’ time and effort, and we provide our volunteers with opportunities to expand their perspectives, skill sets, and networks. You can make a difference. Enrich the lives of students by becoming a volunteer in one of the following cities today:

Austin, TX
Boston, MA
Denver, CO
Los Angeles, CA
Portland, OR
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Seattle, WA

Volunteer Positions

Regional Director

Leads regional team
Responsible for meeting regional and operational fundraising objectives

Fundraising Chair

Drives private and corporate fundraising and development

School Liaison Chair

Partner with targeted school to inform counselors, teachers and students about the scholarship program.

Events Chair

Plan, coordinate and execute fundraising events

Scholar Selection Chair

Coordinate the application reviews
Manage the applicants through the selection process

What would be expected of me as a volunteer?

Demonstrate a passion for our cause
Participate in our fundraising campaign
Be a team player. We are 100% volunteer-run and regional teams are the foundation of the organization

Board Members

With regional and many national positions, our board of directors are responsible for providing leadership to for the organization.