Each year, university students volunteer as mentors to help mentees with completing homework, reinforcing reading and math skills, and participating in enrichment and recreational activities. Al’s Pals mentors commit one afternoon weekly, Mondays- Thursdays, from 2:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. for 10 weeks during the semester to serve elementary students in 1st through 5th grades at local school sites. It’s a great way to get involved and meet fellow students while making a difference in children’s lives.
We invite you to help us serve the youth in Tuscaloosa through the Al’s Pals program. Our community partners and schools we serve are excited to have us in their after- school programs.
Recruitment
Al's Pals Spring Semester starts in the schools the week of February 2.
To learn more about Al's Pals and see what Al's Pals does in the schools, check our Instagram, @AlsPalsUA.
Fall 2026 applications open April 2026. The application will be available in the Instagram bio.
A completed application and background check are required before you are placed as mentor in the Al’s Pals program. The link for the background check is in the application.
Leadership
Staff
Dasia Rancher, Coordinator, Al’s Pals
Team Leader
Adleigh Faulkenburg
Assistant Team Leaders
- Pierce Austin
- Charlie Beach
- Reagan Foley
- Ashley Kent
- Trinity Lohrmeyer
- Delaney Maze
- Khang Nguyen
- Conleigh Norton
- Omarion Owens
- Yianna Papadopoulos
- Mackenzie Park
- Miranda Rose
- JD Ruiz
- Takeyah Smith
- Bridget Yee
