The Children's Museum of Richmond exists to inspire growth in all children by engaging families in learning through play.

In following with that mission, the Children's Museum is looking for a Snow Ambassador who will:

• Serve as a role model through their character and commitment to the museum's mission of inspiring creativity and individuality.
• Extend their character's relevance and impact beyond the holidays.

Snow Ambassador Criteria:

• Must have a passion for working with children of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.
• Have demonstrated creativity in their own life.
• Can volunteer at least 50 hours as Snow Ambassador for the Children's Museum from January 2025 through January 2026. Please note, dates are subject to change.
  • Snow Ambassador Virtual Interviews: December 2024 (Date TBD)
  • Snow Ambassador Check Presentation: January 29, 2025 (Exact time TBD, between 4-5:30 pm)
  • Sensory Friendly Nights Volunteering: February-November 2025, third Friday of every month alternating between our Downtown and Chesterfield locations from 5-7 pm.
  • Kindergarten Readiness Series Volunteering: Spring-Summer 2025 (Dates TBD)
  • Sensitive Santa Volunteering: Up to three evenings in December 2025 (Downtown)
• Show balance between extracurricular activities, academics, and community service.
• Interest to pursue a career that would help promote the development and/or creativity of children.
• Be a high school Junior during the 2024-2025 school year with anticipated graduation in Spring 2026.
• Be in good academic standing.

Please note: The Children's Museum of Richmond will work with students who are concerned about transportation to and from volunteer activities. We encourage all qualifying high school juniors to apply!

The Snow Ambassador Scholarship is $1,000.
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