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Volunteer for us

Believe in what Step Up Parents is doing for families throughout New Hampshire? Join our cause by giving your time as a board member, advisory committee participant, or mission ambassador.

 
 

Board member

Directors on our board are expected to understand and champion the mission of Step Up Parents.  They must be prepared for and attend six annual board meetings.  They are expected to provide guidance and oversight on matters of corporate strategy, organization, operations, and finances. Directors are expected to be actively involved in developing, promoting, and attending fundraising initiatives and to make an annual personal financial contribution to Step Up Parents at a level reasonable to the individual.   

 
 

Advisory committee member

If you would like to get involved and share your areas of expertise but don’t have the time to join as a board member at this time, please consider joining our Advisory Committee. Step Up Parents would love to benefit from your expertise, skills and knowledge to help advise the organization in its strategic goals. 

Mission ambassador

Ambassadors serve in a less formal capacity than Directors but can have a very meaningful impact on the success of Step Up Parents.  Ambassadors share their time, talents and expertise, as needed and as available, to promote and make appeals on behalf of Step Up Parents, as well as provide targeted support for fundraising initiatives and corporate events. They also serve an important function as personal and digital ambassadors, connecting Step Up Parents to the community.  We encourage our Ambassadors to utilize their public speaking and social media skills to expand the reach of Step Up Parents to a broadening network of family, friends and colleagues. 

Interested?

Apply below and email your resume or CV to info@stepupparents.org.

 
 

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Caregiver Application Steps

Who Can Apply: Relative caregivers who are raising children affected by a parent's substance use disorder.

Before You Start


  1. Gather These Documents First:

    • Proof that the children are in your care (such as custody documents, guardianship papers, or court orders)

    • Proof of income (if applicable) - this may include pay stubs, benefit statements, or tax returns

    • Information about everyone living in your household

    Important: Have all your documents ready before beginning the application. If you leave the page during the process, you may lose your progress and need to start over.

  1. Complete all questions - Every field in the application must be filled out

  2. List all household members - Include everyone currently living in your home

  3. Upload required documents - Attach proof of care arrangements and income documentation

  4. Review before submitting - Double-check all information for accuracy

Application Steps

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Validator Application Instructions

Who Can Apply: Validators—including counselors, social workers, or advocates—who apply on behalf of the families they assist.

Your Role as a Validator

By applying as a validator, you are:

  • Verifying the child's kinship care arrangement

  • Confirming the family's need for support

  • Advocating on behalf of families who may need assistance navigating the application process

Application Benefits for Validators

  • Skip income verification requirements

  • Skip guardianship proof sections

  • Focus on confirming care arrangements and need

Required Information

Essential Details to Include:

  • Family Information: The caregiver’s full name, address, and date of birth, along with the first and last names and birthdates of all children in their care. Include answers to the two background questions.

  • Validator Information: Your full contact information and organization affiliation

  • Details about the kinship care situation you're validating

  • Information about the family's support needs

Important: Ensure all contact information is current and accurate so we can reach you if we need additional verification or have questions about the application.

As a validator, you play a crucial role in connecting families with the support they need. Your professional assessment helps streamline the process for kinship caregivers during what may already be a challenging time.

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