✦ Connecting Generations

Come for the Task,
Stay for the Talk

Meaningful one-on-one connections between youth and Silvers — built on helping hands and real conversation.

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I'm a Silver

Get matched with a young helper who can assist with tasks and enjoy some great conversation.

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I'm a Youth

Lend a hand, learn something new, and connect with a Silver in your community.

How It Works

Simple steps to a great match

Weavers runs for 6–8 weeks — less than 10 hours total — where strangers become friends, mentors, and a meaningful part of each other's lives.

1

Tell us about you

Fill out a short sign up on what you need or can offer, when you're free, and what you love to talk about.

2

We find your match

Our coordinators review all profiles and hand-pick connections based on tasks, proximity, and shared interests.

3

Youth chooses their Silver

Youth receive a private link with 3 Silver match options and select who feels like the best fit.

4

First visit!

We guide both sides through what to expect so the first visit is comfortable, easy, and genuinely fun.

Your Matches Are Ready!

Choose your Silver match

We've found 3 great Silvers who could use your help. Review their profiles below and select the one that feels like the best fit!

Thrive Portraits ✦

A special part of the Weavers experience — coming soon. Check back here for more details.

🌱 What are Thrive Portraits?

Thrive Portraits are a meaningful part of the Weavers program. Details about this feature will be added here soon. In the meantime, your coordinator can tell you more about what to expect.

Your First Visit 🌿

A guide for Silvers — everything you need to know to make your first Weavers visit a wonderful experience.

📅 Before the Visit

  • A coordinator will confirm the date, time, and your youth volunteer's name and favorite topics by phone or email.
  • Have one or two tasks in mind — nothing too big. Think of it as a starter project to do together.
  • You don't need to prepare anything special. Your home as it is, is perfect.

💡 Tip: Think about anything about yourself you want to share and one thing you want to learn about your youth volunteer.

🤝 When They Arrive

  • Your youth may arrive with a parent or guardian and stay for the first five minutes of the visit.
  • Greet them at the door and invite them in.
  • Introduce yourself naturally — first name is fine. They already know your name from the match!
  • It's completely normal if there's a moment of awkwardness at first. That passes quickly!

🛠️ During the Visit

  • First visits are about 60 minutes. No pressure to do everything in one go.
  • Work on the task together — side by side is better than watching. Ask questions and share stories while you work.
  • A glass of water or a snack is a lovely but totally optional touch.
  • Use your favorite topics to start conversation naturally.
  • Share your favorite topic and ask about theirs! Youth love when adults are genuinely curious about their lives.
  • If something doesn't get finished, there is always next time!
  • Confirm the next visit time and date before you wrap up.
  • Feel free to share your contact info if you feel comfortable doing so.

💡 Tip: The task is just the entry point. The real magic is the conversation that happens while doing it.

🌟 After the Visit

  • A coordinator will follow up by phone to hear how it went. Your recognition of the youth volunteer's work and strengths will go into their "skills transcript" and will be helpful for their future college applications and resume.

💬 Conversation Starters

Need a few ideas? Try any of these to get talking:

  • "What do you like to do when you're not in school?"
  • "What's something you've learned recently that surprised you?"
  • "Do you have a favorite place you've ever been?"
  • "I heard you like to talk about __________ — tell me more about that!"
  • "Is there anything you've always wanted to learn how to do?"

📆 Weeks 2–5

  • Now that you and your youth volunteer are acquainted, you can plan your task list accordingly. Don't forget to allocate time to communicate!
  • Plan to complete "Thrive Portraits" of each other during your regularly scheduled visits. The earlier the better.
  • Continue to share your feedback with the Weavers coordinator.

🎓 Week 6

  • If you wish, invite your youth volunteer to continue to visit or stay in touch another way.
  • Tell them what you have appreciated about them.
  • Provide overall feedback to the Weavers coordinator about the whole experience.

Your First Visit ⚡

A guide for youth — what to expect, how to show up, and how to make it genuinely great.

📅 Before the Visit

  • A coordinator will confirm the date, time, and your Silver's name, address, and favorite topics ahead of time.
  • Your parent or guardian can come with you for the first 5 minutes of the visit — just for the intro.
  • Arrive on time. If something comes up, let the coordinator know as soon as possible.

💡 Tip: Think about something you want to share about your life and one thing you want to learn about your Silver.

🤝 When You Arrive

  • Knock or ring the doorbell and introduce yourself with your first name. Smile — it goes a long way!
  • Wait to be invited inside. Let the Silver set the pace.
  • Your parent/guardian will say a quick hello and then give you space. You've got this.
  • It might feel a little awkward for the first minute. That's totally normal — push through it!

🛠️ During the Visit

  • First visits are usually 60 minutes. You can set your alarm beforehand, and check in at the midpoint — but stay engaged the whole time. No phones!
  • Jump into the task together. Ask how they like things done — Silvers often have specific preferences and that's part of the fun.
  • Share your stories and get curious about their life. Silvers have lived through things that aren't in any textbook.
  • Don't worry about doing the task perfectly. Trying together is what matters.
  • Confirm the next visit date and time before you leave.

💡 Tip: Put your phone away for the visit. Full presence is the most generous thing you can give.

🌟 After the Visit

  • Say thank you before you leave — sincerely. It means a lot.
  • Please leave a voice note for the coordinator and share how it went. Confirm your next visit date.
  • Feel free to share contact info if you feel comfortable doing so.

💬 Conversation Starters

If you need a little push, try one of these:

  • "What was your neighborhood like when you were growing up?"
  • "What's something you were really into at my age?"
  • "What's the best trip you've ever taken?"
  • "What do you know a lot about that most people don't?"

📆 Weeks 2–5

  • Now that you and your Silver are acquainted, you can plan your visit accordingly. You can choose together to do the tasks, teach each other skills, share hobbies, play games, or just talk.
  • Plan to complete "Thrive Portraits" of each other during your regularly scheduled visits. The earlier the better.
  • Continue to share your feedback with the Weavers coordinator.

🎓 Week 6

  • Before the final visit, think about whether you'd like to continue visiting or stay in touch another way — and offer that to your Silver.
  • Tell them what you have appreciated about them.
  • Provide overall feedback to the Weavers coordinator about the whole experience.