What makes the YMCA such a special place? Ask around, and you’ll likely hear lots of different answers. But you’ll also hear one common thread in all of them: Our people.
By volunteering at the Y, you have the opportunity to join this amazing family of passionate, engaged citizens. Combined with making a real difference in your town, that’s an experience whose value just can’t be measured.
With a variety of programs and special events, both one-time and ongoing opportunities, there is something for every volunteer interest at the Y.
HOW TO GET STARTED Volunteering is easy at the YMCA! Simply download and complete our Volunteer Application. Return it to us and we will process it immediately. We will then contact you to set up your volunteer time(s) and give you further information. Download the Volunteer Application  |
Current Opportunities
Preschool Resource Volunteer - We are looking for a volunteer to assist our Preschool Department. Volunteer duties would include making copies, preparing craft materials, etc. The ideal volunteer could come in once or twice a week, Tuesday/Wednesday, between 10:30am - noon. If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please contact Magen.
SPLASH - Volunteers are needed for our SPLASH program held over Spring Break. SPLASH is a water safety program offered to children between the ages of 6 - 12 years old who are non-swimmers. Volunteers are in the water with participants while YMCA Staff lead the class. Contact Mandy if you are interested!
Play 'n Learn - We looking for people willing to do one two-hour shift per week, any day Monday-Friday (9am-11am preferably.) Need to be able/willing to get up and down from the floor. Volunteers are used to lead games, read stories, interact and, most of all, have fun with our Play 'N Learn kids! Contact Mandy for more info!
Adapted Aquatics - Volunteers are needed on Fridays from 3:30-5:30pm to assist our Adapted Aquatics program participants in the water. This is a very rewarding opportunity where you can make a big difference. Past volunteers have commented that they feel they may get as much from the program as the participants! Contact Mandy for more info at 332-5555, ext. 235.
Service In Friendship - We are searching for a group of knitters, crocheters and quilters to come together each month to garner their talents on behalf of, for example, the Monroe County YMCA Partner With Youth Scholarship Fund, the Shalom Center, and other agencies. We meet on specific Mondays from 2:00-3:00pm. For more info on this volunteer opportunity, contact Gayle at 332-5555, ext. 226.
Spring Run - Volunteers are needed for our Spring Run on Saturday, April 14th. Join us in the morning and help with course timing, registration or at the finish line. Contact Mandy if you are interested!