Getting Ahead
Building a Path Out of Poverty
The Getting Ahead program is a 14 week program where individuals explore the theory of change while investigating their lives and their community. Participants develop a plan to build a path out of poverty, after exploring the mental models of economic class. Individuals must commit to attending the 2-hour classes and are provided with a $25 gift certificate for each class as a way to recognize participants for their engagement and work in their individual and community investigation. For each class transportation, dinner, and child care are provided. The class is free.
Service Details Benefits
A national study has validated the effectiveness of the Getting Ahead program for participants from poverty. The study found that as a result of the program, participants felt empowered to overcome the obstacles that kept them from moving out of poverty.
- Mental Health
- Social Support
- Hope
- Goal-Directed Behavior
FOR VOLUNTEERS
Getting Ahead Opportunities
- Commitment is for 12-14 weeks.
- Transportation to and from class 1 night a week.
- Child Care for 4-6 children (will be 2 volunteers each night).
- Goal-Directed Behavior.
We are also looking for speakers. If you have a profession or experience to share please contact info@friendsofdonegal to tell us your story.
