Dallas Young Leaders

Heroes for Children is setting out to create an environment where Teens and Young Adults have the tools and support, they need to go out into their community and become servant-oriented leaders.

As a Young Leader Ambassador for Heroes for Children, you will be supporting our mission in the community, and most importantly the families we serve. Be an ambassador for Heroes for Children on your own time by raising awareness, fundraising, volunteering your services, collecting in-kind donations, and planning activities to raise funds in your community to support families fighting childhood cancer.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Between the ages of 14 - 18 years old
Must be a Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior
Must have access to a computer/email

BENEFITS OF BEING A YOUNG LEADER AMBASSADOR:

Give back in a meaningful way to kids your age
Learn valuable life skills in leadership, fundraising, and networking
Have some fun while you support our mission

HOW THE YOUNG LEADER AMBASSADOR PROGRAM WORKS:

Complete a Young Leader Ambassador Application
Attend a Kick-off Meeting
Accept to a volunteer request from HFC or develop a plan for an activity of your own
Email our team to confirm availability for volunteer opportunities or share the plan for your activity for approval
After the event, submit your volunteer form to HFC to claim your volunteer hours
You have the ability to plan an activity at any time throughout the year
The Kick-off Meeting is the only required meeting and can be attended in-person or virtually

Ready to be a Dallas Young Leader?

STEPS TO BECOME A DALLAS YOUNG LEADER AMBASSADOR:

Submit an application to HFC (click here to apply)
Make a $25 donation to HFC to show your commitment to the cause (click here to donate)
Attend a Kick-off Meeting (or watch video & complete worksheet)

KICK-OFF MEETING:

All YL Ambassadors are expected to participate in a Kick-Off Meeting or watch video to learn about HFC, our mission, and how to be an Ambassador in the community.
Fall Meeting - Sunday, August 20, 2023 (must complete application by Friday, August 4, 2023)
Spring Meeting - Sunday, January 7, 2024 (must complete application by Friday, December 22, 2023)
If unable to attend an in-person meeting, YL Ambassador will be expected to watch a video and complete a worksheet.

YOUNG LEADER AMBASSADOR ACTIVITIES:

Accept the Hero Challenge

Plan an activity with your school, neighborhood, club/team or as an individual to raise awareness and funds for HFC. Start your own fundraising page on the Hero Challenge website, then share the link with friends and family to get their support. Click here to learn more.

Collect In-Kind Donations for HFC Events:

Support HFC fundraising efforts and make calls to companies to ask for donations for silent auctions, raffle, and prizes at HFC fundraising events.

Restaurant Gift Cards
Hotel/Travel Vouchers
Spa Gift Cards
Professional Sport Tickets & Memorabilia
Professional Service Vouchers
Gift Baskets
Retail Gift Cards
New/Gently Loved Luxury Handbags

Volunteer at HFC Events & Activities

HFC will reach out when volunteer opportunities become available throughout the year. When you receive the email request, reply to Heroes to let them know you are available to volunteer, and join us on the day of the event.

Collect Donations for HFC Families

Organize a donation drive or ask restaurants and stores to donate gift cards/items to Heroes for Children. Approved donations include:

Restaurant Gift Cards/Coupons
Meal Delivery Gift Cards
Grocery Gift Cards
Gas Gift Cards
Retail Gift Cards
Gift Cards/Tickets for family outings
Travel-sized Toiletry Items
Snacks for the Hospital Cart

Start A YL Ambassador Club

Organize a group of Young Leaders to create a volunteer activity, fundraiser, or donation drive at your school, neighborhood, club team, etc. Communicate your plan with HFC. Submit form to HFC to claim your volunteer hours.

HOW TO EARN CREDIT FOR VOLUNTEER HOURS
To earn credit for volunteer/fundraising hours, contact HFC staff to advise of project before getting started. Once your activity has been completed, submit photos and your completed Young Leaders Ambassador Volunteer form to Jayse at jnelson@heroesforchildren.org.

Need more information or have questions? Send an email to Jayse at jnelson@heroesforchildren.org.

Apply to be a Young Leader Ambassador

“You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.” - John Bunyan