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What is a volunteer? Download Vounteer Interest Form Volunteers are the heart and soul of any YMCAGeorge Williams, the founder of the YMCA in 1844, was a community volunteer who saw a need and created the YMCA to fill it. The time and talent contributed by the men and women who volunteer at the Rogue Valley Family YMCA enable us to meet the needs of the many people we serve. Coach a basketball team. Play and mentor kids! Help raise funds during our Annual Strong Communities Campaign. A volunteer is anyone who wants to help with helping people.
Why volunteer?
Volunteering with the YMCA not only can greatly improve the lives of children and families and make our communities stronger, but it can also greatly impact your life. Research shows that those who volunteer live longer, healthier lives. In addition to feeling great about your efforts, volunteers have the opportunity to:
Volunteer, because you can make a difference and that feels good! Kind’s of volunteers
There are 4 types of YMCA volunteers:
Policy Volunteers: Serve on YMCA boards and committees, and act as Trustees. Program Volunteers: Provide services and assist in YMCA programs Fundraising Volunteers: Provide leadership and legwork behind successful fundraising Support Volunteers: Provide office and facility support Who can be a volunteer?
You can be a volunteer! We've got something for everyone interested in volunteering. We are so grateful for the work of students, graduate students, seniors, stay-at-home parents and people in transition as well as professionals in any field. Thank you for considering spending some of your time and talent helping your YMCA and helping your community.
“Be the change you want to see in the world” - Mahatma Gandhi. Be a volunteer!
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