Achieve Pinal Experience Corps

Experience Corps engages highly trained adults ages 50+ to help children achieve reading proficiency by the end of 3rd grade — so that children succeed and older adults thrive.

Achieve Pinal Experience Corps is committed to serving as many students across Pinal County as possible — together, as a united community of support.

A huge Impact!:

For Schools & Students

• Improved reading skills, academic achievement, and student behavior
• Increased success in meeting grade-level standards
• Extra support for teachers and school staff
• Trusted older adult role models
• Better classroom dynamics and school climate
• Stronger relationships between generations

For Volunteers

• Improved physical, emotional, and mental well-being
• A renewed sense of purpose and social connection
• Opportunities for civic engagement and leadership
• Access to training, enrichment, and lifelong learning
• Meaningful contribution and connection to the community

For Communities

• Stronger ties between schools, volunteers, and community organizations
• Tangible public service outcomes
• A positive shift in how older adults are viewed — as active, capable, and essential