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Above: SOAR Parent Ambassadors at Gonzaque Village are canvassing their community to share information about Project SOAR. Below: Parent Ambassadors from Avalon Gardens and Jordan Downs join our SOAR Navigators for our community canvassing day.
SOAR Ambassador Program was established in 2021 to deepen the presence of Project SOAR across HACLA's public housing communities.
In 2025, SOAR placed 15 Parent Ambassadors across 8 HACLA housing communities for a 4-week, paid ambassadorship. With their support, we were able to canvass over 3,000 HACLA residential units and share Project SOAR with over 5,000 residents!
What SOAR Parent Ambassadors Do:
Contribute to Project SOAR’s recruitment efforts by promoting the program through canvassing with the SOAR team, engaging with residents, and participating in community events at their housing community.
Support in planning and hosting Project SOAR events.
Collaborate with Project SOAR Education Navigators to identify community needs and future programming opportunities.
Pictured above: (Left) Parent Ambassadors from Nickerson Gardens and Gonzaque Village join SOAR's Education Navigators to engage their communities through door-to-door canvassing. (Right) Honoring our incredible SOAR Parent Ambassadors at our 2025 Culmination Celebration at LA Trade Tech College.
BECOME A SOAR PARENT AMBASSADOR
Summer 2025
Our Parent Ambassador application is now closed.
Complete our Interest Form to receive updates once it opens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to be a summer 2025 parent ambassador?
Who can apply to be a summer 2025 parent ambassador?
In order to apply, applicants must:
Be a resident of one of the housing communities where SOAR provides in-person programming. Click here for SOAR's locations.
Be a current participant of Project SOAR as a parent or guardian.
Can commit to the Parent Ambassador role from Monday, July 28, 2025 to Friday, August 22, 2025 (4 weeks)
Be available to work a minimum of 5 hours each week.
Willing and comfortable to engage with residents during events and canvassing.
Be open to canvassing at other HACLA housing communities nearby.
what are the benefits of becoming a parent ambassador?
what are the benefits of becoming a parent ambassador?
By becoming a SOAR Parent Ambassador, participants will:
Make an Impact. Share your experience and SOAR resources by engaging with residents and canvassing your community.
Serve as a positive representative of Project SOAR.
Earn a $1,000 stipend upon successfully completion of the program.
Receive a certificate of completion.
where does the program take place?
where does the program take place?
SOAR Parent Ambassadors will be expected to work and participate in program activities in the housing community where they live.
To expand our outreach efforts, Parent Ambassadors will also be expected to support in canvassing at other HACLA housing communities that are nearby (no more than 3 miles).
what are the program dates and commitment?
what are the program dates and commitment?
SOAR Parent Ambassadors must be able to commit to the following program dates for Summer 2025:
July 28, 2025: SOAR Parent Ambassador Orientation (virtual)
July 30, 2025 or August 1, 2025: Canvassing Training (virtual and you only have to attend one training session)
August 4, 2025 to August 21, 2025: Community Canvassing Days (in-person)
August 22, 2025: Culmination Celebration (in-person)
SOAR Parent Ambassadors must also be available to work a minimum of 5 hours each week, for 4 weeks.
do i have to pay for the program?
do i have to pay for the program?
There is NO COST to participate in SOAR's Parent Ambassador Program. All program activities, snacks, and other program expenses will be covered by Project SOAR.
In fact, SOAR Parent Ambassadors get paid $1,000 which will be paid upon successful completion of the 4-week program.
Meet Our SOAR Parent Ambassadors - Summer 2025
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