The Sunshine Project logoThe Sunshine Project
A student-led nonprofit

High schoolers helping young learners shine

The Sunshine Project connects high school Tutor Clubs with partner elementary schools to offer free reading, writing, and math tutoring for third graders.

A high school student reading a picture book with a third grader in a bright, sunny classroom.

Our mission

A little help can make learning feel brighter

We bring students and schools together so third graders get extra encouragement, and high school volunteers grow as thoughtful, capable leaders.

Free tutoring for every family

Reading, writing, and math support for third graders at no cost.

Student-led service

High school Tutor Clubs plan and lead sessions, building leadership and responsibility.

Strong school partnerships

Every session is hosted at a partner elementary school and supervised by a teacher.

Verified service hours

Teachers review and approve volunteer time, so students get a reliable, teacher-verified record of their service.

What we tutor

Patient support, one subject at a time

A teen tutor and a young child sharing a picture book at a classroom table.

Reading

Build confidence with shared reading, comprehension, and a growing love of books.

A teen tutor gently guiding a child as she writes in a notebook.

Writing

Practice putting ideas into words with patient, one-on-one encouragement.

A child arranging colorful counting blocks with encouragement from a teen tutor.

Math

Make sense of numbers through hands-on activities and problem-solving.

AI-powered learning focus

What does your third grader need help with?

Share what you’ve noticed at home or in schoolwork. We’ll suggest a few relevant reading, writing, or math focus areas and activities a tutor could try.

No names or personal details needed. These are tutoring starting points, not an evaluation or diagnosis.

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How it works

From a student idea to a supervised session

  1. A high school sponsor starts a Tutor Club.

  2. The club proposes sessions with a partner elementary school.

  3. The teacher confirms, and volunteers and families book their spots.

  4. After tutoring, teachers approve volunteer hours.

High school volunteers tutoring small groups of elementary students in a school library while a teacher supervises.

Get involved

There’s a place for you in the sunshine

Schools & teachers

Partner with a local high school club and supervise sessions on your campus.

Create a staff account

Families can add a child right after signing in. Already have an account? Sign in.

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Safe, supported, and centered on children

Sessions happen at school with a supervising teacher. Families control their child’s information, and only designated school staff see family contact details.