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ABOUT US
Vela means “come out and shine” in Xhosa
and “candle” in Spanish.
A Partnership With The Collaborative for Educational Services & Amherst Regional Middle School
Volunteer with VELA!
Provide academic support and enrichment for middle schoolers and positively engage with the Amherst Community
VELA seeks volunteers who are outgoing, open-minded, and in-tune with culture and diversity. Volunteers must commit to working with the program 1-2 times per week (Monday - Thursday) from 2:00-5:45pm. Prospective volunteers can submit a resume & letter of intent.
Contact:
Nancita Alejandro, VELA Coordinator
Address:
Amherst Regional Middle School, 170 Chestnut Street, Amherst, MA 01002
TRANSPORTATION
UMASS campus: Take PVTA #35 or 34 to Chestnut St. stop and go down Chestnut St.
Amherst College campus:
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