South
Volunteers will assist the staff with engaging the participants in the activities taking place during the program. This curriculum can include (but not limited to) arts/crafts, storytime, games, etc.
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Central South
Join us for a festive day of fun, fitness, and community spirit a the Harris YMCA Krueger Reindeer Romp! We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this holiday-themed event a success. Volunteers are needed for a variety of roles throughout the morning, including course monitors, water station helpers, kids obstacle course assistance and more. Sign up below and come spread some holiday cheer, earn service hours, and be apart of our beloved holiday tradition.
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Central South
Volunteers assisting in a our YMCA Y Kids childcare program will help create a safe, engaging and supportive environment for children. These volunteers will assist staff with activities such as arts and crafts, sports, reading, and playground help. Volunteers will help supervise playtime, encourage positive interactions and ensure children follow safety guidelines. Their role is providing additional support fostering a fun and enriching experience for kids while reinforcing YMCA values of respect, responsibility, honesty and caring.
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North
Our Keith YMCA is looking for volunteers to help in our Adaptive Swimming Progam. These programs serve individuals with disabilities and offer them inclusive ways of getting involved in programs. Volunteers will assist the swim instructor (in the water) with the program participants. The volunteer will engage with the participants while ensuring their safety during the swim lesson.
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North
In 2012, The YMCA of Greater Charlotte and Miracle League generously contributed to the creation of the YMCA Miracle League, which gives children with disabilities a chance to play baseball. We place children on teams of 10 to 12 baseball players for games that last approximately one hour. The YMCA of Greater Charlotte's Miracle League Field is located at the Keith Family YMCA This custom-designed baseball complex hosts Charlotte's first completely wheelchair accessible surface that allows children of all abilities to take the field. We offer several opportunities to partner and volunteer with the Keith Family YMCA Miracle League. As a volunteer, you can help to help coach, serve as a buddy for the YMCA Miracle League teams, work concessions, help announce the game and greeters. Coaches will guide teams to success by teaching participants baseball game-play, helping enhance their social skills and instill confidence in their abilities. Player buddies will assist team members on field and during game play.
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North
Celebrate 90 Years of the McCrorey YMCA Join us as we celebrate 90 years of serving the North and West Charlotte communities. In partnership with Johnson C. Smith University, Who Got Game Inc., Stolen Lunches Inc., and the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra, we're hosting four special events to honor our legacy, celebrate our community, and inspire the future. Volunteers are needed to support these events across multiple dates and locations. This is a great opportunity for individuals and groups to serve together and make a meaningful impact. Celebrate the past, embrace the present, and help shape the future. This is 90 years of McCrorey. This is home!
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South
Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA! Sports volunteers will help us out on game days with various activities such as score keeping, field support, game setup, etc. Please note, this opportunity is for youth to assist with game days. Coaching opportunities are not listed under this project.
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South
Volunteers will assist the staff with engaging the participants in the activities taking place during the program. This curriculum can include (but not limited to) arts/crafts, storytime, games, etc.
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Center City
Stratford Richardson YMCA will host the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra on September 12th from 5:30pm to 9:30pm. This will be an outside event and volunteers will help with setting up chairs for the event and controlling traffic in and out of the parking lot before and after the event. Once the event is over volunteers will assist with moving the chairs and items back into the building and directing traffic out of the lot.
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Association Office
We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to help make our Clay Shoot a success! As a volunteer for this event, you will play a key role in ensuring a safe, fun, and organized experience for all participants. At this fundraising event, volunteers will be paired to a corporate team of 4 and will walk through the Clay Shoot course with them keeping score. All proceeds raised at this event will benefit our YMCA Better Us Campaign and support programs such as our Y Readers Literacy Program and much more.
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Association Office
The YMCA of Greater Charlotte, in partnership with Nourish Up, is dedicated to addressing food insecurity in our community through Pop-up Food Share events. These events are an opportunity to make a tangible impact by helping distribute food to families in need. Event Overview: At each Pop-up Food Share, volunteers will assist with organizing and distributing food to local families in a drive-thru format. Volunteers will help with: Unpacking large food donations Sorting and packaging food into individual boxes Handing out food to cars as they pass through the line Event Details: Locations: Rotating between 7 YMCA centers across the region Days/Times: Every other Monday and every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to Noon Duration: Shifts are 2 hours long Activity: Volunteers will help setup the pop-up food share and build the boxes of food to be distributed to families through the drive thru line. Ideal Volunteer Groups: Groups of 20 or fewer volunteers are ideal for these events. This is a great team-building opportunity, perfect for corporate groups, community organizations, or family teams. If you or your group is interested in volunteering, please register all volunteers below. Contact us with any questions at volunteer@ymcacharlotte.org. Join us in making a direct impact and serving those who need it most. We look forward to working together to strengthen our community!
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Association Office
Volunteers are an integral part of the YMCA Youth Sports Program. To be frank – we can’t do it without you! From coaching to team communication and coordination, we need people just like you to help us teach sportsmanship, teamwork and game fundamentals. Not feeling like an expert in your child’s favorite sport? No problem at all! We’ve done this for over 150 years and have tons of resources to share with you to help you feel more comfortable. This commitment is roughly two hours a week and includes a one hour practice during the week in the evening and a one hour game on Saturdays. The season will last for 8 weeks and include 7 games. If you are interested in coaching this upcoming season at any of our centers, please select the sport you wish to coach below. Your profile page will be updated with any requirements you need to complete. Once all items are completed, our Volunteer Coordinator will be in touch with the next steps including submitting your team preferences.
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