When you volunteer at the Y, you take an active role in bringing about meaningful, enduring change right in your own neighborhood. Whether it's once a week or once a year, there are so many ways to give your time, change lives and volunteer at the Y! Volunteers enable the Y to offer affordable programs and services. They provide the caring attention a child needs to develop values like sportsmanship, compassion, and respect for self and others. They encourage positive behavior in teens and support families so they can be successful and strong. The selfless efforts of all volunteers foster healthier, more meaningful lives for people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities and incomes. They inspire a cohesive and viable community, one that's a good place to live and to work. By giving time, volunteers change lives and improve communities.

Greater Valley YMCA Volunteers make an impact in a variety of ways:

-Participate in our Board of Directors or Branch Advisory Councils

-Raise funds to ensure the Y is accessible to all members of the community

-Serve food to youth and seniors in our Food Programs

-Mentor teens in our Teen Leaders Program

-Coach our sports teams or teach exercise classes

-Motivate and support youth in building the character strengths, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, smart life choices, and the pursuit of higher education and goals

-Advocate for the Y’s efforts to influence policies and initiatives that positively impact societal issues of importance to the nation, and your community

-Provide support at special events like Golf Tournaments, Races, and the Community Gala

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

We look forward to working with you side-by-side and making a real difference in here in the Lehigh Valley!

Greater Valley YMCA Volunteer Application

**Proper background clearances are required for volunteering with the Y.

PROUD MEMBER OF THE VOLUNTEER CENTER OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY

Please check out the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley for other volunteer opportunities at local Y Branches.