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
Everyone belongs at the Y. We support our immigrant families. We continue to provide care and connections to protect our children, youth, and community members through distribution of food and supplies, free mental health support, and New American Welcome Center resources. We are so grateful that you are interested in supporting the Y, while our communities navigate this challenging time. We are looking for volunteers to come and help sort donations and putting together care packages.
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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: 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, 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 hosting a specialty class that interests you.
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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
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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Burbank YMCA
Do you love basketball? Are you lookin for an opportunity to volunteer? The Burbank YMCA is looking for scoreboard operators to help on Saturday game days! The Youth Sports program is growing and we need your help! You will manage the scoreboard for your assigned game by keeping time consistent, managing score, and keeping score on a stat sheet as well. Game days run from 9AM -2PM. Each season runs 8 weeks and includes players from ages 4-15. Ages 16+ welcome to apply! If you have any questions, email ConnorSmith@ymcala.org
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Westchester Family YMCA
Join us in building a float for the Fourth of July Parade honoring the first responders for the Palisades & Eaton Fires. This will be the Grand Marshall Float of the Parade.
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Burbank YMCA
Is your basketball star playing at the Burbank YMCA this summer? Are you interested in getting more involved? We are looking for a team parent for each of our basketball teams who will assist in maintaining contact with fellow parent and guardians. The primary role will be creating and maintaining a text chain to ensure information is sent to each basketball family. This will include the weekly practice and game schedule, checking attendance for games, and planning snacks and drinks for game days. Our goal for the Sports Program is to make sure families are involved and informed! If you have any questions, email ConnorSmith@ymcala.org
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Burbank 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. We are looking for coaches interested in Basketball and Volleyball. Through positive coaching, our Youth Sports 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 Sports program runs year-round and are open to both boys and girls. We make sure each child participates, regardless of skill level. Volunteering requires an 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. Season begins June 16 and ends August 9.
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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
The Culver-Palms 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 June 1 - Complete all paperwork before June 1 - Complete online YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Courses before June 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: June 1 - Paperwork & Live Scan Due: June 1 - Mandatory Staff Trainings: - Sunday, May 31: Zoom Training - Saturday, June 7th and June 8th: At the Culver Palms Family YMCA Rally Night: Thursday, June 5 - CAMP!: June 22nd - 28th
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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
The Hollywood 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 at Round Meadow, located in the San Bernadino Mountains. The Hollywood YMCA will be taking a group of youth, grades 3-10, 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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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
Everyone belongs at the Y. We support our immigrant families. We continue to provide care and connections to protect our children, youth, and community members through distribution of food and supplies, free mental health support, and New American Welcome Center resources. We are so grateful that you are interested in supporting the Y, while our communities navigate this challenging time. We are looking for volunteers to come and help sort donations and putting together care packages.
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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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Mid Valley Family YMCA
Everyone belongs at the Y. We support our immigrant families. We continue to provide care and connections to protect our children, youth, and community members through distribution of food and supplies, free mental health support, and New American Welcome Center resources. We are so grateful that you are interested in supporting the Y, while our communities navigate this challenging time. We are looking for volunteers to come and help sort donations and putting together care packages.
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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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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: -MUST BE 18 YEARS OLD by June 15, 2025. - 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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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 16 years old. Volunteer for an 7-week season. Program participants are assigned to teams by age (4-14yr 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. Kids will learn to pass, shoot, play defense and score, but 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 a advocate for and model our four core values (respect, responsibility, honesty and caring)
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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
A Jr Coach Assistant serves as a positive role model to younger players. Responsibilities of a Jr. Coaches assistant are helping with roll call, training/game day preparations, support during games, managing equipment.
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Southeast-Rio Vista YMCA
Everyone belongs at the Y. We support our immigrant families. We continue to provide care and connections to protect our children, youth, and community members through distribution of food and supplies, free mental health support, and New American Welcome Center resources. We are so grateful that you are interested in supporting the Y, while our communities navigate this challenging time. We are looking for volunteers to come and help sort donations and putting together care packages.
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San Pedro & Peninsula YMCA
Camp Whittle - Sunday, July 6th - Saturday, July 12th IMPORTANT Staff Training Dates: Saturday 6/14, 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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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: Isai Elias Youth Sports Director IsaiElias@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
At the Torrance-South Bay YMCA, we are able to offer a variety of youth fitness and enrichments classes which include sports, gymnastics, dance, art, parent/child classes, enrichment, and more. Each session is 4 weeks long and we would love to have you come and help volunteer to assist the instructors in these classes. Classes take place Monday-Saturday and we ask that you sign up for a specific class that you would like to volunteer in for the entire session.
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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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Crenshaw Family YMCA
Are you tech-savvy and passionate about giving back? We're looking for a volunteer Tech Instructors to lead fun, beginner-friendly classes for seniors at the Crenshaw YMCA. Help older adults build confidence using smartphones, tablets, email, Zoom, and more! Make a meaningful impact while sharing your knowledge. Interested? Let us know!
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Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA
What is a Best Buy Teen Tech Center? A Best Buy Teen Tech Center is a safe, inclusive, and inspiring space where teens can explore technology, develop new skills, and prepare for future careers. Located in communities across the U.S., these centers are part of a national initiative by Best Buy, in partnership with The Clubhouse Network, to provide equitable access to technology and training for youth ages 13–18. At a Teen Tech Center, teens get hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and software in areas such as: Graphic design and digital art Music and audio production Film and photography Coding and robotics 3D design and printing Game development Guided by adult mentors and tech professionals, youth can work on creative projects, collaborate with peers, and build skills that lead to college and career opportunities. Best Buy Teen Tech Centers are committed to closing the digital divide and empowering the next generation of innovators, creators, and leaders.
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Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA
Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA's Annual Thanksgiving food distribution will happen once again this year! We are in need of volunteers to assist us with set up and distribution of food for our community to support them during the holidays. The event will take place at Mariachi Plaza in Boyle Heights.
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Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA
Join the Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA as we help bring cheer and joy to our community through our 19th Annual Toy Giveaway, December 11th from 5:00pm - 7:00pm. We will be sorting and organizing toys leading up to the event on the day of. This will be a great day to volunteer together and give a little back to the community. We need: 12/10 - Assembling Bikes 12/11 - Event Volunteer
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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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Weingart East Los Angeles 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 16 years old. Volunteer for an 7-week season. Program participants are assigned to teams by age (4-14yr 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. Kids will learn to pass, shoot, play defense and score, but 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 a advocate for and model our four core values (respect, responsibility, honesty and caring)
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Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA
Join the Weingart East Los Angeles YMCA and our community partners. A backpack giveaway and community resource fair sounds like an excellent way to support families and individuals while fostering a sense of community. It's a wonderful initiative that can provide essential supplies for students as well as connect people with valuable resources and services they may need. Partner with Local Organizations: Collaborate with local businesses, non-profits, schools, and government agencies to gather resources, volunteers, and support for the event. This broadens the reach of our event and ensures you have a variety of resources available. Volunteers: Recruit volunteers to help with various tasks such as registration, distributing backpacks, directing attendees, and cleaning up afterward. Volunteers can come from community organizations, schools, or individuals who want to give back.
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West Valley Family YMCA
Volunteer Opportunity: Food Distribution – Help Nourish Our Community Be a part of something truly meaningful by volunteering with our weekly food distribution program, where we proudly serve over 300 families—and growing—every Wednesday. This vital program ensures that families in our community have access to fresh produce and essential groceries, all at no cost. As a volunteer, you’ll help with setting up stations, sorting and packing food items, greeting and assisting participants, and maintaining a welcoming and organized environment. Whether you're lifting boxes, handing out bags, or offering a kind word, your support makes a difference. This is more than just giving out food—it's about dignity, compassion, and community. Your time and energy help provide stability to families, many of whom rely on these distributions each week. Join us in spreading hope and nourishment—one bag, one smile, and one family at a time. 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
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 Sadie Torres @ SadieTorres@ymcala.org.
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West Valley Family YMCA
Volunteer with Our Youth Programs! Make a lasting impact in a young person’s life by volunteering with our Youth Programs at the YMCA. As a youth program volunteer, you'll play a vital role in creating a positive, supportive, and fun environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Whether assisting in after-school classes, mentoring during youth sports leagues, or helping with special events, you'll be part of a team that promotes confidence, teamwork, and healthy habits. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are passionate about youth development, enjoy working with kids, and want to give back to their community. Opportunities include: Assisting with arts, STEM, and enrichment classes Supporting youth sports programs like basketball, soccer, and tee-ball Helping with homework and academic support Providing mentorship and positive role modeling Assisting with youth events and seasonal programs No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to help and a positive attitude!
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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
Everyone belongs at the Y. We support our immigrant families. We continue to provide care and connections to protect our children, youth, and community members through distribution of food and supplies, free mental health support, and New American Welcome Center resources. We are so grateful that you are interested in supporting the Y, while our communities navigate this challenging time. We are looking for volunteers to come and help sort donations and putting together care packages.
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Wilmington YMCA
The Wilmington YMCA Sports Volunteer Coaches program is dedicated to fostering youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility through sports. Our passionate volunteer coaches lead practices at the Providence Wellness Center, creating a supportive environment where young athletes can grow, learn, and thrive. We emphasize teamwork, skill-building, and character development, guided by the YMCA’s core values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. Join us in inspiring the next generation to live these values on and off the field.
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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
Join us for a community clean up of our City Hall downtown with Mayor Karen Bass. LOCATION: Los Angeles City Hall - 200 N Spring St Ste 101, Los Angeles, CA, CA 90012 Please meet on the front steps of City Hall and support the surrounding areas that have been impacted by recent activity in the Los Angeles area. DRESS FOR THE WEATHER: Please wear comfy shoes and clothes BRING: your own sunscreen, water, a hat
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YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles
This is for volunteers to help around camp year round.
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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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