Our Big Brothers have an amazing track record of starting life-changing friendships that last for years. Having a Big Brother is a huge step to teaching at-risk youth how to stay in school, stay out of trouble and SUCCEED.
Volunteer needs vary with each event, but typically involve volunteer and participant recruitment, registration, greeting, data entry and logistics, set up, and tear down.
Hospitality is essential. Greet, welcome, and assist members with tours of the Wellness Center; wipe down equipment as needed; check with members to ensure their needs are being met; update member communications such as signage.
Volunteer Coaches are needed for youth sports such as soccer, basketball, and baseball. Coaches and Buddies are also needed for the Miracle League, a baseball league for children with special needs. Character development and good sportsmanship are emphasized in all YMCA instructional youth sports.
Put your personal passion or your professional expertise to work! The 4C for Children Gala Committee plans and executes our annual event to honor those who work tirelessly for the children of our community. For other committee opportunities, reach out to Emily Fay at [email protected].
Host a supply drive and fundraise for CHNK. This is an especially good opportunity for introducing philanthropy and “giving back” to school-age youth!
You will go to a local neighborhood and give them CHNK door hangers to place on all the front doors in that neighborhood. Help spread the word!
Assist in selecting furniture, delivering and setting up in the home of a family in need.
Help with set up, Start/Finish, Course, t-Shirts, Entertainment, Runner on call, Water stop & Cheer zone lead
Volunteers visit a minimum of twice during the season, attend the 5k event with the team, and ultimately write a news story to be published with the local press and online