Volunteering at the YMCA
The Y runs on people power. Volunteering at the Y is a fun and rewarding way to support your neighbors, strengthen your community, and connect with amazing people. There are lots of ways you, your friends or your whole family can contribute, not matter what your interests or your schedule. And when we all pitch in, we all rise together!
Youth Development
Our volunteers nurture the potential of thousands of kids, teens and young adults year-round. They teach, mentor, guide and support youth from their first few weeks of life through their first steps into adulthood. Volunteers assist with:
- Youth sports
- Swim lessons
- After-school programs
- Leadership clubs
- Skill-building classes
- Special events
Healthy Living
Y volunteers provide support, resources and guidance to kids, adults and families so they can achieve greater health and well-being in spirit, mind and body. Opportunities include:
- Personal training
- Group exercise classes
- Teaching or assisting in classes
- Meeting one-on-one with members
- Leading workshops
- Supporting community events like Healthy Kids Day
- Welcoming and serving Y members and participants
Social Responsibility
Volunteers help the Y listen and respond to our region’s most critical social needs. They help inspire compassion and involvement in our community by:
- Serving as board members at their local Ys
- Fundraising in the Y’s annual campaign
- Encouraging volunteerism from individuals and group
- Sharing personal testimonials about the Y's impact
- Joining Togetherhood, where Y members serve their communities