Volunteer Project Catalog
Torrance-South Bay YMCA
Annual Campaign changes thousands of lives every year by promoting the Y’s impact and making programs accessible to those struggling in our community. The foundation of this movement is volunteers building relationships through the Y’s mission. Volunteer Campaigners reach out to community-minded people to talk about the Y’s impact and ask them to donate to our financial assistance and program subsidy funds. For more information contact Su Hwang at SuHwang@ymcaLA.org.
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Mid Valley Family YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talent to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? The Y relies on volunteers to support our Youth Sports leagues and Clinics. Our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Youth Basketball program teaches young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, getting them active, and helping them learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership. Our Youth basketball program runs year-round and are open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires a 8 week commitment for each season. One hour practice one day out of the week and one scheduled game on Saturday's. Must be 18 years of age to volunteer as a coach or assistant coach.
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Mid Valley Family YMCA
Help us provide fresh produce to our neighborhood families. All safety and health measures are taken to ensure your well-being as we provide much-needed food to our neighbors. Optional - Volunteers can bring and wear a personal face covering (mask, bandanna, other) that will cover the nose and mouth while at the event.
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Anderson Munger Family YMCA
Help us provide fresh produce to our neighborhood families. All safety and health measures are taken to ensure your well-being as we provide much-needed food to our neighbors. Volunteers are asked to bring and wear a personal face covering (mask, bandanna, other) that will cover the nose and mouth while at the event. Volunteers ages 16 and 17 must provide parent/guardian approval (signature) prior to volunteering. Volunteers ages 13-15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times while volunteering as well as provide parent/guardian approval (signature) prior to volunteering. 4301 W. Third Street Los Angeles, CA 90020
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Anderson Munger Family YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? Our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball, Ball Hockey & Soccer program is offered in partnership with the Clippers, and we rely on volunteers to support our leagues. Our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Basketball & Soccer Leagues teache young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, getting them active, and helping them learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball & Soccer league will run in 2025 and is open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for each season. Must be 18 years of age to volunteer as a coach or assistant coach.
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Anderson Munger Family YMCA
This role would assist with our youth and family programming department. We have a range of youth classes and family activities here at our Y and are hoping to expand our programming as the year goes on. Help with youth classes: table tennis , tumbling, and dance. Assisting with the enrollment and execution of our Baby2Baby Item Distribution Provide support for department specific events like our Back-to-School Event, Halloween Spooktacular, Family Carnival, and Holiday Celebrations. Support our Parent Advisory Committee in their projects. Volunteer with our Summer Day Camp. Volunteer with Summer Resident Camp at Camp Whittle. Volunteer with Homework Help Club.
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San Pedro & Peninsula YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? Youth Basketball, program is offered in partnership with the Los Angeles Clippers®, and we rely on our volunteers to support our leagues. Our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball teaches young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, getting them active, and helping them learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball program is broken down into seasons and is open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. - Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for each season. Must be 18 years of age to volunteer as a coach or assistant coach. - Volunteers ages 16 and 17 must provide parent/guardian approval (signature) prior to volunteering. - Volunteers ages 13-15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times while volunteering as well as provide parent/guardian approval (signature) prior to volunteering.
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Antelope Valley Family YMCA
This program would include homework help and tutoring for ages 6-18. For more information, reach out to KillianLollis@ymcaLA.org.
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Antelope Valley Family YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide, and train young athletes at the Y? We offer sports such as Jr Clippers Basketball and Jr Galaxy Soccer and we rely on volunteers to support our leagues. Our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our sports programs teach young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, getting them active, and helping them learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership. We will run Year round in 2023, with various seasons, and is open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for 2 hours a week per season. 1 hour for practice and 1 hour for games. Must be 16 years of age to volunteer as a score keeper, coach, or assistant coach.
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Antelope Valley Family YMCA
As we embark on a new year, we are excited to invite dedicated individuals like yourself to join us as adult volunteers at the YMCA. At the YMCA, we believe in fostering a sense of community, well-being, and growth. Our volunteers play a crucial role in making a positive impact on the lives of others. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to the well-being of our community, we invite you to be part of our team in 2025. Why Volunteer with the YMCA? Community Impact: Contribute to initiatives that directly benefit our local community. Personal Growth: Develop new skills, build confidence, and expand your network. Wellness: Support health and well-being programs that empower individuals to lead healthier lives. Fun and Fulfillment: Join a dynamic and supportive team that values camaraderie and shared goals. How You Can Get Involved Program Assistance: Help with various YMCA programs and events. Mentorship: Guide and inspire others through mentorship opportunities. Administrative Support: Assist with administrative tasks to keep our operations running smoothly. If you're interested in becoming a part of our volunteer community, please ENROLL HERE. We would love to connect with you to discuss how your skills and interests align with our mission. Thank you for considering joining us on this rewarding journey. Together, we can create positive change in the lives of those we serve.
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California YMCA Youth & Government
For Middle School Students California YMCA Youth & Government has offered the Model United Nations (MUN) program to middle school students throughout the state since 2001. Middle school students or "delegates" will come together in delegations and participate in the program with peers from across California. They are given the opportunity to discuss international issues, discover other cultures, develop life-enhancing skills, and make new friends. This year, MUN is a 12-week program which will include a one day training conference and a 2 night MUN Summit: one each in the North and South. At the Summit, students will represent assigned countries as ambassadors and work to solve global issues with the skills they have acquired.
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Collins & Katz Family YMCA
YMCA is searching for dynamic, experienced, hard-working people to be positive role models for youth this summer! Summer Sleep Away Camp takes place at Camp Whittle/Marcil located in Big Bear, California. YMCA will be taking a group of youth, ages 8-17 (3-12th grade), for an incredible week in the mountains. Camping at the Y is all about learning skills, developing character and making friends. Our camps are places where kids become a community as they engage in social, physical and educational activities that teach how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group. Camping teaches self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership. Volunteers may apply for either Counselor or Director positions for the camp. Online and in-person trainings are mandatory for the positions. Gain valuable training and hands on experience working with kids in a beautiful outdoor environment. Earn a minimum 100 volunteer service hours while making a difference in the lives of children.
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Collins & Katz Family YMCA
Assist with receiving, sorting, moving, and displaying donated goods, as well as greet and assist anyone in need who comes in.
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Collins & Katz Family YMCA
Are you interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide, and train young athletes at the Y? Our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball program is offered in partnership with the Clippers, and we depend on volunteers to support our leagues. These volunteers play a vital role in helping us to teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Jr. Clippers Basketball League is not just about the game. It's about building a foundation for life. We teach young athletes the fundamentals of the game, but more importantly, we help them build their confidence, get active, and learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership. As a volunteer, you can be a part of this transformative journey for these young athletes. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball league, with various seasons, will run year-round in 2024 and is open to both boys and girls. We ensure that each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for 2 hours a week per season, with 1 hour for practice and 1 hour for games. You must be 16 years of age to volunteer as a scorekeeper, coach, or assistant coach.
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Collins & Katz Family YMCA
Help us sort, bag, and hand out food to neighborhood families on Thursdays from 8:30am - 11:30am. Must be able to lift at least 25lbs.
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Crenshaw Family YMCA
We are excited to invite dedicated individuals like yourself to join us as adult volunteers at the YMCA. At the YMCA, we believe in fostering a sense of community, well-being, and growth. Our volunteers play a crucial role in making a positive impact on the lives of others. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to the well-being of our community, we invite you to be part of our team of volunteers. Why Volunteer with the YMCA? Community Impact: Contribute to initiatives that directly benefit our local community. Personal Growth: Develop new skills, build confidence, and expand your network. Wellness: Support health and well-being programs that empower individuals to lead healthier lives. Fun and Fulfillment: Join a dynamic and supportive team that values camaraderie and shared goals. How You Can Get Involved Welcome Center: Help our members and guests feel a sense of belonging at our Y! Program Assistance: Help with various YMCA programs and events. Mentorship: Guide and inspire others through mentorship opportunities. Administrative Support: Assist with administrative tasks to keep our operations running smoothly. If you're interested in becoming a part of our volunteer community, please ENROLL HERE. We would love to connect with you to discuss how your skills and interests align with our mission. Thank you for considering joining us on this rewarding journey. Together, we can create positive change in the lives of those we serve.
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Crenshaw Family YMCA
Join our Special Events, moments that bring our community together, celebrating diversity, wellness, and the spirit of togetherness. As a volunteer, you play a vital role in creating memorable experiences for everyone involved. Whether you're passionate about event coordination, community outreach, or simply spreading joy, there's a place for you in our volunteer team.
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South Pasadena San Marino YMCA
Volunteers Needed to Support Eaton Canyon Fire Victims In the wake of the Eaton Canyon fire, we’re creating a safe, welcoming space for individuals and families to receive both practical and emotional support. Volunteers are essential in helping us connect people with resources, aid, and healing. Your time and effort make it possible for us to continue providing this crucial support. How You Can Help: Distribute essentials (food, clothing, supplies) Offer emotional support and create a safe space Connect individuals to additional resources Join us today and make a real difference.
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Culver-Palms Family YMCA
Are you interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide, and train young athletes at the Y? Our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball program is offered in partnership with the Clippers, and we depend on volunteers to support our leagues. These volunteers play a vital role in helping us to teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Jr. Clippers Basketball League is not just about the game. It's about building a foundation for life. We teach young athletes the fundamentals of the game, but more importantly, we help them build their confidence, get active, and learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership. As a volunteer, you can be a part of this transformative journey for these young athletes. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball league, with various seasons, will run year-round in 2025 and is open to both boys and girls. We ensure that each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for 2 hours a week per season, with 1 hour for practice and 1 hour for games. You must be 16 years of age to volunteer as a scorekeeper, coach, or assistant coach.
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Culver-Palms Family YMCA
Are you interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide, and train young athletes at the Y? Our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball program is offered in partnership with the Clippers, and we depend on volunteers to support our leagues. These volunteers play a vital role in helping us to teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Jr. Clippers Basketball League is not just about the game. It's about building a foundation for life. We teach young athletes the fundamentals of the game, but more importantly, we help them build their confidence, get active, and learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership. As a volunteer, you can be a part of this transformative journey for these young athletes. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball league, with various seasons, will run year-round in 2024 and is open to both boys and girls. We ensure that each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for 2 hours a week per season, with 1 hour for practice and 1 hour for games. You must be 16 years of age to volunteer as a scorekeeper, coach, or assistant coach.
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Torrance-South Bay YMCA
The Torrance-South Bay YMCA is offering Family Friendly Volunteer Days every 1st Friday of the month in 2025 from 3:00-5:00pm to help with a variety of projects and events. For more information contact Su Hwang at SuHwang@ymcaLA.org.
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East Valley Family YMCA
The East Valley Family YMCA is searching for dynamic, experienced, hard-working people to be positive role models for children this summer! Gain valuable training and hands-on experience working with kids in a beautiful outdoor environment. Earn volunteer service hours while making a difference in the lives of children. The following are required to attend Camp Whittle: - Clear a California Live Scan fingerprinting before July 1 - Complete all paperwork before July 1 - Complete online YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Courses before July 1 - Complete 24 hours of ACA required Volunteer Staff Training (see training dates below) - First-year counselors are required to complete an interview DATES TO REMEMBER: - VolunteerMatters sign-up Due: July 1 - Paperwork & Live Scan Due: July 1 - Mandatory Staff Trainings: - Sunday, June 15: Zoom Training - Saturday, June 28 & Sunday June 29: At the East Valley Family YMCA - Sunday, July 13: Zoom Training Rally Night: Monday, July 14 - CAMP!: July 20 to July 26 CPR, First Aid & Basic Water Rescue Training (only one day required): Mid Valley Family YMCA – Sunday, April 6 • CPR @ 8am • BWR @ 1pm North Valley Family YMCA – Sunday, May 18 • CPR @ 8am • BWR @ 1pm East Valley Family YMCA – Sunday, June 8 • CPR @ 8am • BWR @ 1pm
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East Valley Family YMCA
We are excited to invite dedicated individuals like yourself to join us as a volunteer at the East Valley Family YMCA. At the YMCA, we believe in fostering a sense of community, well-being, and growth. Our volunteers play a crucial role in making a positive impact on the lives of others. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to the well-being of our community, we invite you to join our team of volunteers. Why Volunteer with the YMCA? Community Impact: Contribute to initiatives that directly benefit our local community. Personal Growth: Develop new skills, build confidence, and expand your network. Wellness: Support health and well-being programs that empower individuals to lead healthier lives. Fun and Fulfillment: Join a dynamic and supportive team that values camaraderie and shared goals. How You Can Get Involved Welcome Center: Help our members and guests feel a sense of belonging at our Y! Program Assistance: Help with various YMCA programs and events. Mentorship: Guide and inspire others through mentorship opportunities. Administrative Support: Assist with administrative tasks to keep our operations running smoothly. If you're interested in becoming a part of our volunteer community, please ENROLL HERE. We would love to connect with you to discuss how your skills and interests align with our mission. Thank you for considering joining us on this rewarding journey. Together, we can create positive change in the lives of those we serve.
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Gardena-Carson Family YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? Youth Basketball, program is offered in partnership with the Los Angeles Clippers®, and we rely on our volunteers to support our leagues. Our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball teaches young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, getting them active, and helping them learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball program is broken down into seasons and is open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. - Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for each season. Must be 18 years of age to volunteer as a coach or assistant coach. - Volunteers ages 16 and 17 must provide parent/guardian approval (signature) prior to volunteering. - Volunteers ages 13-15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times while volunteering as well as provide parent/guardian approval (signature) prior to volunteering.
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Hollywood YMCA
We are excited to invite dedicated individuals like yourself to join us as adult volunteers at the YMCA. At the YMCA, we believe in fostering a sense of community, well-being, and growth. Our volunteers play a crucial role in making a positive impact on the lives of others. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to the well-being of our community, we invite you to be part of our team of volunteers. Why Volunteer with the YMCA? Community Impact: Contribute to initiatives that directly benefit our local community. Personal Growth: Develop new skills, build confidence, and expand your network. Wellness: Support health and well-being programs that empower individuals to lead healthier lives. Fun and Fulfillment: Join a dynamic and supportive team that values camaraderie and shared goals. How You Can Get Involved Welcome Center: Help our members and guests feel a sense of belonging at our Y! Program Assistance: Help with various YMCA programs and events. Mentorship: Guide and inspire others through mentorship opportunities. Administrative Support: Assist with administrative tasks to keep our operations running smoothly. If you're interested in becoming a part of our volunteer community, please ENROLL HERE. We would love to connect with you to discuss how your skills and interests align with our mission. Thank you for considering joining us on this rewarding journey. Together, we can create positive change in the lives of those we serve.
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Hollywood YMCA
Join us in helping our community through various volunteer opportunities specifically for teens. Get involved by participating in administrative support, youth sports classes, special events, etc. This is a great way to gain service hours while also acquiring new skills and experiences. We are excited to invite dedicated individuals like yourself to join us as teen volunteers at the YMCA. At the YMCA, we believe in fostering a sense of community, well-being, and growth. Our volunteers play a crucial role in making a positive impact on the lives of others. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to the well-being of our community, we invite you to be part of our volunteer team. Why Volunteer with the YMCA? Community Impact: Contribute to initiatives that directly benefit our local community. Personal Growth: Develop new skills, build confidence, and expand your network. Wellness: Support health and well-being programs that empower individuals to lead healthier lives. Fun and Fulfillment: Join a dynamic and supportive team that values camaraderie and shared goals. Program Assistance: Help with various YMCA duties, admin, programs and events. Plus, all teens get volunteer credit for school! How You Can Get Involved If you're a teen interested in becoming a part of our volunteer community, please ENROLL HERE. We would love to connect with you to discuss how your skills and interests align with our mission. Thank you for considering joining us on this rewarding journey. Together, we can create positive change in the lives of those we serve.
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Westchester Family YMCA
Are you interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide, and train young athletes at the Y? Our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball program is offered in partnership with the Clippers, and we depend on volunteers to support our leagues. These volunteers play a vital role in helping us to teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Jr. Clippers Basketball League is not just about the game. It's about building a foundation for life. We teach young athletes the fundamentals of the game, but more importantly, we help them build their confidence, get active, and learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership. As a volunteer, you can be a part of this transformative journey for these young athletes. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball league, with various seasons, will run year-round in 2025 and is open to both boys and girls. We ensure that each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for 2 hours a week per season, with 1 hour for practice and 1 hour for games. You must be at least 18 years of age to volunteer as a Head/Assistant coach, or Team parent. You must be at least 15 year old to volunteer as scorekeeper.
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Ketchum-Downtown YMCA
The Ketchum Downtown YMCA is searching for dynamic, experienced, hard-working people to be positive role models for children this summer! Gain valuable training and hands-on experience working with kids in a beautiful outdoor environment. Camping at the Y is all about learning skills, developing character and making friends. Our camps are places where kids become a community as they engage in social, physical and educational activities that teach how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group. Camping teaches self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership. Summer Sleep Away Camp takes place at Camp Whittle located in Big Bear, California. The Ketchum Downtown YMCA will be taking a group of youth, grades 3-8, for an incredible week in the mountains. Earn volunteer service hours while making a difference in the lives of children.
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Ketchum-Downtown YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? Our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball & Soccer program is offered in partnership with the Clippers, and we rely on volunteers to support our leagues. Our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Basketball & Soccer leagues teaches young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, getting them active, and helping them learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership. Our Basketball & Soccer league will run Year round in 2025, with various seasons, and is open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for 2 hours a week per season. 1 hour for practice and 1 hour for games. Must be 16 years of age to volunteer as a score keeper, coach, or assistant coach.
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Ketchum-Downtown YMCA
Join us for the Annual Hoover Elementary School Health Fair on Friday, March 29th, from 9 AM to 1 PM! Hosted by the Ketchum-Downtown YMCA, this free community event is dedicated to promoting health, wellness, and fitness for students and families. Enjoy interactive health screenings, fitness demonstrations, and educational resources from local organizations. Learn about nutrition, mental health, and the importance of staying active through fun and engaging activities. Whether you're looking to discover new wellness tips, connect with health professionals, or simply enjoy a day focused on well-being, the Hoover Health Fair is the perfect opportunity. Don’t miss out on this exciting event! For more information or to get involved, contact JunaidRasul@ymcala.org
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Ketchum-Downtown YMCA
Sign up here for Ketchum's Spring Day of Service!
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YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles
Model United Nations is an engaging and educational program that allows students to step into the shoes of diplomats from around the world. Through research, debate, and negotiation, participants gain a deeper understanding of international affairs, develop critical thinking skills, and enhance their public speaking abilities. Our MUN program goes beyond traditional classroom learning. It offers a dynamic and interactive platform for students to explore global issues, build leadership skills, and foster a sense of community. Our staff guides participants through the process, ensuring a supportive and enriching experience. Program Highlights Educational Experience: Students will delve into real-world issues, research current topics, and present their findings in a model United Nations conference setting. Skill Development: Participants will enhance their public speaking, critical thinking, and negotiation skills – valuable academic and personal growth assets. Team Building: The program promotes collaboration and teamwork, allowing students to form lasting connections with peers who share similar interests. Global Awareness: YMCA MUN provides a unique opportunity for students to broaden their perspectives and develop a better understanding of diverse cultures and global challenges. Volunteers must be committed to this project until its completion in April 2025, this includes weekly meetings and attendance at two in-person conferences. For dates, times, and locations of weekly meetings, reach out to your Teen Director. One Day Training Torrance, CA: March 22, 2025 MUN Summit, Big Bear, CA:Friday, April 25 - Sunday, April 27
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Mid Valley Family YMCA
The Mid Valley Family YMCA is searching for dynamic, experienced, hard-working people to be positive role models for children this summer! Summer Sleep Away Camp takes place at Camp Marcil located in Big Bear, California. The Mid Valley Family YMCA will be taking a group of youth, grades 3-8, for an incredible week in the mountains. Camping at the Y is all about learning skills, developing character and making friends. Our camps are places where kids become a community as they engage in social, physical and educational activities that teach how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group. Camping teaches self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership. Gain valuable training and hands on experience working with kids in a beautiful outdoor environment. Earn a minimum 100 volunteer service hours while making a difference in the lives of children.
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Mid Valley Family YMCA
Are you ready to hop into some fun this spring? The Mid Valley Family YMCA’s Spring Fling event is just around the corner, and we need enthusiastic volunteers like you to help make it a memorable day for families throughout our community!
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Montebello-Commerce YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? We rely on volunteer coaches to lead our year-round sports leagues. From head coaches to assistants, our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Coaches must be 18 years old. Volunteer for an 7-week season. Program participants are assigned to teams by age (4-13yr old), and skill level. Leagues are a fun and engaging experience for kids to learn lessons of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play, while applying skills that strengthen their coordination and confidence. Having fun is always our number one goal. Volunteer Responsibilities include: -teaching fundamentals to your team -communicate with parents regarding practices, games, and season updates -be an advocate for and model our four core values (respect, responsibility, honesty and caring)
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North Valley Family YMCA
The North Valley Family YMCA at Porter Ranch is searching for dynamic, experienced, hard-working people to be positive role models for children this summer! Gain valuable training and hands on experience working with kids in a beautiful outdoor environment. Earn volunteer service hours while making a difference in the lives of children. The following are required to attend Camp Whittle: - Clear a California Live Scan fingerprinting* before MAY 1 (*only if you have not been live scanned/electronic finger printed as a volunteer for LA Association YMCA in the last 2 years) - Complete all paperwork on Camp Docs before June 1 - Complete online YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Courses before June 1 - Complete 24 hours of ACA required Volunteer Staff Training. Training dates will be emailed out to staff - First year counselors are required to complete an interview
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North Valley Family YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? Youth Basketball, program is offered in partnership with the Los Angeles Clippers®, and we rely on our volunteers to support our leagues. Our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball teaches young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, getting them active, and helping them learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball program is broken down into seasons and is open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. - Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for each season. Must be 16 years of age to volunteer as a Scoreboard Attendant and be 18 years of age to volunteer as a coach or assistant coach. HERE IS A TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF THE SEASON DATES FOR 2025. Winter 2025: January 27 - March 22 (*No Programming: February 12 & 17, March 1 & 7) Spring 2025: April 7 – May 31 (*No Programming: May 24 -26, April 21) Summer 2025: June 16 - August 9 (*No Programming: June 19, June 30-July 5) Fall I 2025: August 25 - October 11 (*No Programming: August 30 - September 1) Fall II 2025:October 27 - December 13(*No Programming: November 11, November 24 - 29)
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North Valley Family YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? Youth soccer program is offered at the North Valley Family YMCA and we rely on our volunteers to support our leagues. Our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Youth soccer league teaches young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, getting them active, and helping them learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership. Our Youth Soccer program is broken down into seasons and is open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. - Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for each season. Must be 18 years of age to volunteer as a coach or assistant coach. HERE IS A TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF THE SEASON DATES FOR 2025. Winter 2025: January 27 - March 22 (*No Programming: February 12 & 17, March 1 & 7) Spring 2025: April 7 – May 31 (*No Programming: May 24 -26, April 21) Summer 2025: June 16 - August 9 (*No Programming: June 19, June 30-July 5) Fall I 2025: August 25 - October 11 (*No Programming: August 30 - September 1) Fall II 2025:October 27 - December 13(*No Programming: November 11, November 24 - 29)
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Pasadena-Sierra Madre YMCA
Assist with receiving, sorting, moving, and displaying donated goods, as well as greet and assist anyone in need who comes in.
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Pasadena-Sierra Madre YMCA
Are you interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide, and train young athletes at the Y? Our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball program is offered in partnership with the Clippers, and we depend on volunteers to support our leagues. These volunteers play a vital role in helping us to teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Jr. Clippers Basketball League is not just about the game. It's about building a foundation for life. We teach young athletes the fundamentals of the game, but more importantly, we help them build their confidence, get active, and learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership. As a volunteer, you can be a part of this transformative journey for these young athletes. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball league, with various seasons, will run year-round in 2024 and is open to both boys and girls. We ensure that each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for 2 hours a week per season, with 1 hour for practice and 1 hour for games. You must be 16 years of age to volunteer as a scorekeeper, coach, or assistant coach.
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Santa Anita Family YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? We rely on volunteer coaches to lead our year-round sports leagues. From head coaches to assistants, our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Coaches must be 18 years old. Volunteer for an 7-week season. Program participants are assigned to teams by age (4-13yr old), and skill level. Leagues are a fun and engaging experience for kids to learn lessons of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play, while applying skills that strengthen their coordination and confidence. Having fun is always our number one goal. Volunteer Responsibilities include: -teaching fundamentals to your team -communicate with parents regarding practices, games, and season updates -be an advocate for and model our four core values (respect, responsibility, honesty and caring) Center
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South Pasadena San Marino YMCA
The South Pasadena San Marino YMCA is searching for dynamic, experienced, hard-working people to be positive role models for children this summer! Gain valuable training and hands-on experience working with kids in a beautiful outdoor environment. Camping at the Y is all about learning skills, developing character and making friends. Our camps are places where kids become a community as they engage in social, physical and educational activities that teach how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group. Camping teaches self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership. Summer Sleep Away Camp takes place at Camp Whittle located in Big Bear, California. The South Pasadena San Marino YMCA will be taking a group of youth, grades 3-8, for an incredible week in the mountains. Earn volunteer service hours while making a difference in the lives of children.
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Southeast-Rio Vista YMCA
The Southeast Rio Vista YMCA is looking for bright and outgoing personalities to assist as greeters and maintenance patrol. Responsibilities include greeting our members as they walk into our fitness room, making sure equipment is put back where it belongs and sanitizing cardio machines.
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Southeast-Rio Vista YMCA
Monday-Thursday the Southeast Rio Vista YMCA provides supper to all children under the age of 18 regardless of having a YMCA membership or not. This program runs from 4pm to 7pm and we are looking for one volunteer who will be under the supervision of a YMCA staff and assisting with set up, keeping track of meals handed out and break down.
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San Pedro & Peninsula YMCA
Camp Whittle - Sunday, July 6th - Saturday, July 12th IMPORTANT Staff Training Dates: Sunday 6/15, Sunday 6/22, & Sunday 6/29 CPR, BWR, & Additional Trainings will be announced once confirmed. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Frances Rodriguez | FrancesRodriguez@ymcaLa.org
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Anderson Munger Family YMCA
Over the past few weeks, the Anderson Munger YMCA and Koreatown YMCA have proudly served as centralized hubs to support everyone affected by the recent fires, including Y branches closer to the impacted areas. This vital work has been made possible by the tireless efforts of our dedicated employees and volunteers, whose compassion and commitment have driven our mission forward. In the past two weeks, we have focused on ensuring that care packages—containing essential items such as water, non-perishable food, and snacks—reach the hands of those in need. These efforts have provided relief and hope during this challenging time, demonstrating the strength and unity of our Y family and community partners. As we look ahead, our efforts will transition to the Anderson Munger YMCA, beginning February 3rd, 2025. The Anderson Munger YMCA will continue to operate as a hub throughout the month of February to ensure we remain a resource for anyone in need.
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Torrance-South Bay YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? Youth Basketball, program is offered in partnership with the Los Angeles Clippers®, and we rely on our volunteers to support our leagues. Our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball teaches young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, getting them active, and helping them learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball program is broken down into seasons and is open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. - Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for each season. Must be 18 years of age to volunteer as a coach or assistant coach. - Volunteers ages 16 and 17 must provide parent/guardian approval (signature) prior to volunteering. - Volunteers ages 13-15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times while volunteering as well as provide parent/guardian approval (signature) prior to volunteering. Here is a tentative schedule of the season dates for 2025. Winter 2025: January 27th - March 22nd (*No Programming: Feb 17th, March 1st & 7th) Spring 2025: April 7th - May 31st (*No Programming: May 24th -26th) Summer 2025: June 16th - August 9th (*No Programming: June 19th, June 30th - July 5th) Fall I 2025: August 25th - October 11th (*No Programming: August 30th - September 1st) Fall II 2025: October 27th - December 13th (*No Programming: November 11th & 24th - 29th) For Program Information: Aries Frederick (Senior Sports Director) ariesfrederick@ymcala.org
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Torrance-South Bay YMCA
Assist with meal prep, clean up, passing out meals, office support, kitchen help or other tasks for the Senior Nutrition and Socialization program. Meals are served at Torrance-South Bay YMCA Monday-Friday at 12:00pm. Meals are served at Carson Event Center Monday-Friday at 11:30am. If you would like to volunteer to help with food service or office assistance, we would like you to be available between 11:00-1:00pm. Hawthorne Senior Center is undergoing construction in 2025 and volunteering opportunities are not currently available for this lunch site. Please let us know which days and locations you would be available to help.
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Torrance-South Bay YMCA
The Torrance-South Bay YMCA is searching for dynamic, experienced, hard-working people to be positive role models for youth this summer! Summer Sleep Away Camp takes place at YMCA Camp Whittle on August 3-9, 2025 located in Big Bear, California. The Torrance-South Bay YMCA will be taking a group of youth, grades 3-12, for an incredible week in the mountains. Camping at the Y is all about learning skills, developing character and making friends. Our camps are places where kids become a community as they engage in social, physical and educational activities that teach how to be more independent and how to contribute to a group. Camping teaches self-reliance, a love for nature and the outdoors, and the development of attitudes and practices that build character and leadership. Online and in-person trainings are mandatory for volunteers. Gain valuable training and hands on experience working with kids in a beautiful outdoor environment. Earn a minimum 100 volunteer service hours while making a difference in the lives of children. “When you change the world of a child, you change the world.”
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Torrance-South Bay YMCA
Join us to be an ESL tutor at the YMCA. This program is open to all people in the community and as tutors you will help students learn the English language and feel more comfortable in their environment.
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Torrance-South Bay YMCA
This is a service club dedicated to helping the community through various programs and fundraising efforts and supporting the Y's Men's Annual Tree Lot.
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Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA
To ensure Families and Seniors have access to a healthy Food options the WELA YMCA, food distribution from 9am until supplies last.
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West Valley Family YMCA
Help us provide fresh produce to our neighborhood families. All safety and health measures are taken to ensure your well-being as we provide much-needed food to our neighbors. Optional - Volunteers can bring and wear a personal face covering (mask, bandanna, other) that will cover the nose and mouth while at the event.
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West Valley Family YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide, and train young athletes at the Y? We offer sports such as NFL Flag Football and YMCA Soccer and we rely on volunteers to support our leagues. Our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our sports programs teach young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, getting them active, and helping them learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership. We will run year-round Sports programs in 2025, with various seasons, and is open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires a 6–8-week commitment for 2 hours a week per season. 1 hour for practice and 1 hour for games. Must be 16 years of age to volunteer as a score keeper, coach, or assistant coach.
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Westchester Family YMCA
Hello Westchester Family YMCA Community! Our Westchester Family YMCA Sleepaway Camp will be back at Camp Marcil this summer July 20th-July 26th. We are looking for CITs ages 16-17, Counselors 18+ and Nurses with at least RN status for summer 2025! If you are interested in being a CIT, Counselor or Nurse, please use the link below to fill out our interest form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYcaREVg0uKpPQGFXhnLBUC22RLFm8Q8bOKCBQj8bKxtE0TQ/viewform?usp=pp_url More Info: Experience a week at beautiful YMCA Camp Marcil. Campers will make real connections and lifelong friendships, capture authentic moments that only nature can provide, and create unforgettable stories that will shape their character and build their confidence. Summer Sleep Away Camp is provided in weekly sessions, packed full of excitement. Campers arrive each Sunday and depart the following Saturday. Campers will be in age-based cabin groups of no more than 10 kids and 2 counselors. Ages depend on the week and the YMCA you are attending camp with. Campers will experience the great outdoors at our ACA-accredited YMCA Camp Marcil, located in Angelus Oaks. Activities include hiking, zipline, archery, swimming, arts & crafts, lakefront, and so much more!
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Wilmington YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? Youth Basketball, program is offered in partnership with the Los Angeles Clippers®, and we rely on our volunteers to support our leagues. Our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball teaches young athletes the fundamentals of the game while building their confidence, getting them active, and helping them learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball program is broken down into seasons and is open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. - Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for each season. Must be 18 years of age to volunteer as a coach or assistant coach. - Volunteers ages 16 and 17 must provide parent/guardian approval (signature) prior to volunteering. - Volunteers ages 13-15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times while volunteering as well as provide parent/guardian approval (signature) prior to volunteering. Here is a tentative schedule of the season dates for 2025. Winter 2025: January 27th - March 22nd (*No Programming: Feb 17th, March 1st & 7th) Spring 2025: April 7th - May 31st (*No Programming: May 24th -26th) Summer 2025: June 16th - August 9th (*No Programming: June 19th, June 30th - July 5th) Fall I 2025: August 25th - October 11th (*No Programming: August 30th - September 1st) Fall II 2025: October 27th - December 13th (*No Programming: November 11th & 24th - 29th)
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Torrance-South Bay YMCA
Join like-minded individuals who enjoy helping our community and at the same time enjoy the fellowship that comes with belonging to an organization that helps the community grow and prosper. Types of Activities: · Monthly dinner meetings at the Y · Monthly business meetings to plan and organize activities · Operate an annual Christmas Tree Lot to provide funds for Y programs · Participate in work days at YMCA camps in our local mountains to maintain and improve camp conditions so our youth will have memorable camp experiences · Serve as volunteers at the Annual Y Golf Tournament at Los Verdes Country Club
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YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles
The YMCA Early Learning Readiness (ELR) program provides a stimulating environment to help children (0-5 years) develop the physical, verbal, and social skills which they'll need to be school-ready. During the program, caregivers learn how children develop and how to encourage skill building at home. Before early learners walk into a school classroom, their primary caregivers at home are their first teachers. Through this Caregiver & Child class, family will find a safe, fun place to play, explore, and learn through songs, stories, and family activities with their children. The YMCA is seeking program volunteers to assist with program set-up and program clean-up and to also assist the ELR Instructor with tasks during the program session, such as assisting with prepping supplies and materials, helping families check-in and greeting families when they arrive. Volunteers are needed at the following YMCA locations: - Wilmington YMCA - Gardena-Carson Family YMCA - Weingart East Los Aneles YMCA - Southeast Rio Vista YMCA at Maywood - Mid Valley Family YMCA (Van Nuys) - East Valley Family YMCA (North Hollywood) - Weingart YMCA Wellness & Aquatics Center (South LA) - Crenshaw Family YMCA (South Central LA/Baldwin Hills) - Kolar Family YMCA at Furman Park (Downey) - Montebello Commerce YMCA - Santa Clarita Valley Family YMCA - Antelope Valley Family YMCA
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YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles
This is for volunteers to help around camp year round.
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Weingart YMCA Wellness & Aquatic Center
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? We rely on volunteer coaches to lead our year-round sports leagues. From head coaches to assistants, our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Coaches must be 18 years old. Volunteer for an 8-week season. Program participants are assigned to teams by age (5-13yr old), and skill level. Leagues are a fun and engaging experience for kids to learn lessons of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play, while applying skills that strengthen their coordination and confidence. Having fun is always our number one goal. Volunteer Responsibilities include: -teaching fundamentals to your team -communicate with parents regarding practices, games, and season updates -be an advocate for and model our four core values (respect, responsibility, honesty and caring)
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Crenshaw Family YMCA
Interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide and train young athletes at the Y? We rely on volunteer coaches to lead our year-round sports leagues. From head coaches to assistants, our volunteers are vital in helping us teach strong Y values through sports. Coaches must be 18 years old. Volunteer for an 8-week season. Program participants are assigned to teams by age (5-13yr old), and skill level. Leagues are a fun and engaging experience for kids to learn lessons of teamwork, sportsmanship and fair play, while applying skills that strengthen their coordination and confidence. Having fun is always our number one goal. Volunteer Responsibilities include: -teaching fundamentals to your team -communicate with parents regarding practices, games, and season updates -be an advocate for and model our four core values (respect, responsibility, honesty and caring)
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South Pasadena San Marino YMCA
Are you interested in volunteering and using your talents to encourage, guide, and train young athletes at the Y? Our Jr. Clippers Youth Basketball program is offered in partnership with the Clippers, and we depend on volunteers to support our leagues. These volunteers play a vital role in helping us to teach strong Y values through sports. Through positive coaching, our Jr. Clippers Basketball League is not just about the game. It's about building a foundation for life. We teach young athletes the fundamentals of the game, but more importantly, we help them build their confidence, get active, and learn valuable lessons in teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership. As a volunteer, you can be a part of this transformative journey for these young athletes. Our Jr. Clippers Basketball league, with various seasons, will run year-round in 2024 and is open to both boys and girls. We ensure that each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires a 6-8 week commitment for 2 hours a week per season, with 1 hour for practice and 1 hour for games. You must be 16 years of age to volunteer as a scorekeeper, coach, or assistant coach.
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