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Volunteer at the Y

Working together, we can have an even greater impact for good.

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VOLUNTEER AT THE Y MAKE A DIFFERENCE

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Coach Young Athletes

Become a coach and teach Y Core Values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility through sports.

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Challenger Buddy Program for Adaptive Sports

Serve as a Challenger Buddy and partner one-on-one with athletes of all abilities, providing support and encouragement during adaptive sports and activities. Help create an inclusive environment while making a meaningful impact in the YMCA Challenger program.

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Fight Hunger

Volunteers are needed to help with food distribution programs that serve community members in need. This may include sorting, organizing, and distributing food at YMCA food access events, strengthening food security for families and individuals across the area.

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GET INVOLVED VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

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Program Support

  • After School Care Tutor
  • Aquatics Assistance
  • Kids Cafe Server
  • Sports Coach
  • Mentor / Y Achievers
  • Challenger Buddy
  • Kids Zone Volunteer
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One Time / Special Event

  • Community Run Volunteer
  • Kids Night Out
  • Holiday Events
  • Golf Tournament
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Leadership

  • Board of Directors
  • Community Mission Board
  • Togetherhood Committee Chair
  • Togetherhood Committee Member
  • Annual Campaigner
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Administrative

  • Healthy Living Support Pal
  • Data Entry
  • Welcome Center Greeter
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Community Outreach and Fundraising

  • Togetherhood Event Volunteer
  • Community Garden Volunteer
  • Recruitment
  • Collection Drives
  • Annual Campaigner
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Corporate and Group Engagement

  • Kids Cafe Servers
  • Challenger Buddies
  • Community Run Volunteers
  • Holiday Events
  • Community Garden
  • Togetherhood Event Volunteers
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MAKE AN IMPACT VOLUNTEERS IN ACTION

Volunteering at the Y’s mobile food pantry has given Andrew an opportunity to support people in need across the metro. Learn about how he and his co-workers support the Y’s anti-hunger programs.

Andrew
Volunteer, Mobile Food Pantry

Each year, we recognize the impact and dedication of our volunteers across the metro at our annual Spirit of Service event. Watch this video from the 2024 event to learn more about the many ways volunteers make a difference.

Spirit of Service 2024
Annual Volunteer Recognition

Pam Miller is a dedicated volunteer buddy who’s been supporting athletes with special needs for eight years! Learn about how volunteering has enriched her and her husband’s lives.

Pam Miller
Challenger Volunteer Buddy

Andrea Toney, Executive Director of the Cleaver Family YMCA, shares how the Y’s food programs are making a difference in the Kansas City community.

Andrea Toney
Executive Director, Cleaver Family YMCA
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