Youth Chore Corp — Youth Section
Programs / Youth Chore Corp
Ages 12–17 Victory Neighborhood

Youth Chore Corp

Neighborhood teens tackle the yard work our senior and disabled neighbors can't do alone — raking, shoveling, mowing. Real pay for real work, right on your block.

What Is Youth Chore Corp?

Youth Chore Corp pairs neighborhood teens with senior citizens and residents with disabilities who need a hand with outdoor chores. Residents get help at no cost. Youth earn a paid stipend for real work. Shingle Creek Victory Council runs the program and pays youth directly — residents never pay a fee or owe anyone money out of pocket.

The program runs seasonally: leaf raking in fall, snow shoveling in winter, lawn mowing through summer.

For Youth: How to Get Involved

Who can join

You must be 12–17 years old and live in the Victory neighborhood.

What you'll do

Once you're accepted, we match you with residents nearby. Depending on the season, you might rake leaves, shovel snow (sidewalks, walks, and driveways), mow lawns, or take on other outdoor chores you and the resident agree on.

How you're paid

$20 / hour Prorated by the minute — 30 minutes pays $10, 15 minutes pays $5. Paid by Shingle Creek Victory Council, never the resident directly. Sign the timesheet after each job; your check mails within about a week of your supervisor receiving it. Payment goes out as an independent contractor, so a completed W-9 needs to be on file before your first check.

The ground rules

Finish fast — shoveling within 48 hours of snowfall. Call your supervisor if you can't make the deadline.
No power equipment (snowblowers, mowers) without your parent/guardian's written OK.
Never go inside a resident's home. No exceptions, ever.
Be respectful on every job — horseplay, unfinished work, or unauthorized equipment use can end your participation.
Resident not home? Leave your signed timesheet somewhere safe, like their mailbox.
Youth Chore Corp — Parent/Guardian Section

For Parents & Guardians

What's required of you

Co-sign your teen's Application/Letter of Agreement so you both understand and accept the program rules. If your teen will use a snowblower or power mower on a job, you'll give separate written permission for that specifically — it's not covered by the general agreement.

Payment & paperwork

Youth are paid as independent contractors, not employees, so a completed W-9 is required before your teen gets paid. Payment is by mailed check only — no cash, gift cards, or direct deposit.

Safety

Youth never enter a resident's home. Residents are expected to treat participants with respect; if there's ever an issue with a job or a match, contact the Youth Corps supervisor directly.

Ready to sign up?

For youth ages 12–17 and a parent or guardian. Takes about five minutes.

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Youth Chore Corp — Senior Section

For Seniors & Residents Requesting Help

Who's eligible

Residents of the Victory neighborhood who are 65 or older, or who have a medical disability that makes outdoor chores difficult.

What it costs

Nothing. Youth are paid a stipend by Shingle Creek Victory Council — never pay a youth worker directly, and no one should ask you to.

What you'll need to do

Submit a completed Application/Letter of Agreement to request services.
Have your own rakes, shovels, or a mower? Great. If not, just note it on your application.
A supervisor introduces you to your matched youth worker and confirms your chores and schedule.
Sign the timesheet after each visit. If you're not home, sign and mail it in promptly — payment depends on it.

What to expect from participants

Youth Corps members are expected to work respectfully and thoroughly, and never enter your home. If a worker's behavior or work is a problem, let the Youth Corps supervisor know.

Need a hand around the yard?

For residents 65+ or with a medical disability, living in the Victory neighborhood.

Request Help
Youth Chore Corp — Good to Know Section

Good to Know

The season

Fall
Leaf rakingScheduled through the season as leaves drop.
Winter
Snow shovelingWithin 48 hours of snowfall, or on request.
Summer
Lawn mowingScheduled through the growing season.

The rest

MatchingA volunteer Youth Corps supervisor pairs youth with residents and stays available if issues come up.
Payment timelineSigned timesheets go to the supervisor; checks mail within about a week after that.

Questions? or your assigned Youth Corps supervisor.

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