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TRANSFORMING COMMUNITIES ONE LIFE AT A TIME

Every YMCA volunteer matters.  Volunteering with the Y doesn’t just make the lives of others better, it changes yours, too. When you volunteer, you discover a sense of belonging as you work alongside others for a common cause. The Y is more than a gym or a fitness center or meeting space - we are a community that transforms lives.

 

Volunteer Projects

Morrison YMCA Kid's Night & Morning's Out

Volunteers will assist staff with supervising participants and engaging the participants in the games and activities that take place during the event.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Youth Development

Morrison YMCA Y Kids Child Care Programs

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.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Youth Development

Morrison YMCA Administrative Tasks

Volunteers will assist with marketing collateral support, including printing, making copies, cutting handouts, and distributing flyers throughout the branch.

#Community #Social Responsibility

Morrison YMCA Run! Ballantyne 8K/5K/Fun Run

Run! Ballantyne celebrates healthy competition while giving back to the community. The race benefits the YMCA Annual Campaign and kids in need. Your participation supports life-changing Y programs that inspire young potential and promote academic success. Volunteers will assist with this fundraising event in a variety of ways, including (but not limited to) registration/packet-pickup, course monitoring, water stop and start/finish line assistance. *The race will be held at The Amp Ballantyne in the Ballantyne Corporate Park 11115 Upper Avenue Charlotte, NC 28277*

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Community #Families #Great for Groups #Health & Medicine #Healthy Living #Race Series Tag #Social Responsibility #Sports & Recreation #Youth Development

Steele Creek YMCA - C2 Obstacle Trail Run

The C2 Obstacle Trail Run is a 3+ mile trail run and youth 1-mile fun run featuring challenging obstacles and action-packed twists and turns. Make your footprints count in support of the YMCA where we give youth an opportunity to play, learn and grow in a safe and thriving environment. Volunteers will assist with check-in/registration, set-up, course monitoring, water stop and start/finish line assistance.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Community #Families #Great for Groups #Healthy Living #Race Series Tag #Social Responsibility #Youth Development

Harris YMCA - Y Kids Child Care Program

Volunteers will assist with our various childcare programs such as preschool, drop-in childcare, etc.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Youth Development

Harris YMCA Community Activities

Join us to help put on our various community events & activities that allow us to engage the community around the Harris YMCA in activities to strengthen their spirit, mind and body. These events include our Egg Drop, Fall Festival and many more.

#Children & Youth #Community #Families #Healthy Living #Social Responsibility

Y Readers Program - Park View

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Youth Development #Y Readers

Y Readers Program - Cornelius Elementary

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Youth Development #Y Readers

Y Readers Program - Albemarle Road Location

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks. Become a Y Readers book buddy summer volunteer at one of our 11 sites! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour a week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community.

#Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Youth Development #Y Readers

Y Readers Program - Nations Ford Elementary

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Youth Development #Y Readers

Y Readers Program - Huntingtowne Farms Elementary

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Youth Development #Y Readers

Stratford Richardson - YMCA Community Activities

Sign up to volunteer at our Stratford Richardson YMCA with community activities & events such as our Back-to-School Pep Rally, Fall Festivals, Healthy Kids Day and more.

#Children & Youth #Community #Families #Healthy Living #Social Responsibility

Brace Family YMCA - Camp Boomerang @ Hemby Program Center

Volunteers will assist our Camp Boomerang staff as a buddy for a child with autism or other diverse abilities that attend our program. ***PLEASE NOTE - This program takes place at the Hemby Program Center Please fill out a Volunteer Application at the following link: https://form.jotform.com/braceymca/2024boomerangvolapp

#Advocacy & Human Rights #Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Community #People with Disabilities #Social Responsibility #Summer Camp #Youth Development

Lake Norman YMCA Community Events

Sign up to volunteer at our various community events such as our Polar Plunge, 5k runs and more.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Sports & Recreation #Youth Development

Lake Norman YMCA Y Kids program

YKids is the YMCAs drop in daycare for members. YKids Volunteers will assist the staff with engaging the children in activities taking place in the program. The curriculum can include (but is not limited to) arts & crafts, story-time, and games. Volunteers will aid staff with children aged 2-10 only.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Youth Development

Lake Norman YMCA - Administrative & Membership Tasks

Friendly, flexible people oriented with the ability to work with others and assist in the roles of greeter, tour guide, information table helper or filing for sales & service staff.

#Families #Healthy Living #Other #Seniors #Social Responsibility

Keith Family YMCA Miracle League Volunteers

Our YMCA Miracle League volunteers will help in a variety of ways on game days! We need volunteers 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.

#Families #People with Disabilities #Social Responsibility

Stratford Richardson YMCA Sports Volunteering

Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA!

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Sports & Recreation #Youth Development #Youth Sports Coaching

Truist Corporate Cup 5K & Half Marathon Volunteering

Make your footprints count and join us for Charlotte’s oldest road race, the 45th Annual Truist Corporate Cup 5K, Relay Half Marathon, Half Marathon, & Fun Run! Kicking off the YMCA Race Series for 2024, this fundraiser is the YMCA of Greater Charlotte’s largest road race with almost 2,500 runners in 2023. With the community’s support, the race raises funds for the Y’s Annual Campaign, enabling the Y to offer programs and services that nurture the potential of kids and teens, promote healthy living, foster a sense of social responsibility and strengthen the foundations of community. The race starts and finishes at Truist Field in Uptown Charlotte and is perfect for runners and walkers of all levels – beginner to expert – with a 5K, half marathon, half marathon relay and a fun run. Celebrate the race with a post-race party at the finish line with music, free snacks and vendors. Sign up to volunteer below or sign up to run online at: https://raceroster.com/events/2024/80087/truist-corporate-cup-5k-half-marathon-and-half-marathon-relay.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Community #Families #Great for Groups #Health & Medicine #Healthy Living #Race Series Tag #Social Responsibility #Sports & Recreation #Youth Development

Y Readers Program - Starmount Academy of Excellence

Summary for Volunteer Matters Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Youth Development #Y Readers

Y Readers Program - Berryhill School

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Youth Development #Y Readers

Lincoln County Family YMCA Afterschool

Volunteers will assist our Afterschool Program staff with multiple of task required to facilitate programs. ***PLEASE NOTE - This program takes place at the different school sites

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Youth Development

Harris YMCA - Preschool & Preschool Camps

Volunteers will assist our preschool programs with integrating purposeful and intentionally planned activities that are designed to be fun and engaging while teaching children valuable skills. Volunteers should go down to the Cato Education Center and report to the Preschool Office.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Summer Camp #Youth Development

Y Readers Event Volunteers

Support our Y Readers Book Fair! Y Readers is a literacy intervention after school program that helps identified K-3 struggling readers at ten low income schools in Charlotte Mecklenburg schools (see list of our afterschool sites below). On March 28th, we will have a free book fair at our afterschool sites. Each student will get to pick out free books to add to their home libraries and we would love your help to make this event extra special. Ways to support the Y Readers Book Fair: ~ Provide a small gift for each student at the site (examples: small stuffed animal to read to, small flashlights for reading, bookmarks, etc.) ~ Provide refreshments for our staff at the site to enjoy while they run the book fair (examples: chips & sodas, doughnuts, fruit trays, etc.) ~ Volunteer to help out with the rotations at the book fair from 4:00 to 5:00. We plan to have fun, literacy inspired games included in the book fair. Each site would benefit from three volunteers. The 10 sites are located at: Site School Address Albemarle Road Elementary - 7800 Riding Trail Road, 28212 Croft Community School - 4911 Hucks Road, 28269 David Cox Road Elementary - 4215 David Cox Road, 28269 Governors' Village STEM Academy - 7910 Neal Road, 28262 Huntingtowne Farms Elementary - 2520 Huntingtowne Farms Lane, 28210 J.H. Gunn Elementary - 7400 Harrisburg Road, 28215 Reid Park Academy - 4108 W. Tyvola Road, 28208 Renaissance West STEAM Academy - 3241 New Renaissance Way, 28208 Starmount Academy - 1600 Brookdale Avenue, 28210 Statesville Road Elementary - 5521 Milhaven Lane, 28269 For more info, or to sign up to support, please contact Erica Lee at erica.lee@ymcacharlotte.org.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Social Responsibility #Youth Development #Y Readers

Lake Norman YMCA Preschool & Preschool Camps

Volunteers will assist our preschool programs with integrating purposeful and intentionally planned activities that are designed to be fun and engaging while teaching children valuable skills.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Summer Camp #Youth Development

Lake Norman YMCA - Community Health

Our Lake Norman YMCA is looking for volunteers to help with their community health initiatives such as Parkinson's Programs, blood drives and assisting members on our fitness floor.

#Community #Healthy Living

Y Readers Program - J.H. Gunn Elementary

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Youth Development #Y Readers

Morrison YMCA - Volunteer Interest

New volunteers interested in signing up for volunteer opportunities at the Morrison YMCA will sign up to attend an In-Person Volunteer Orientation. Below is a brief breakdown of the process you should expect as you sign up to Volunteer for the Morrison Family YMCA: - On your Volunteer Matters account, you may be prompted to complete a few of the requirements that we have for our program Volunteers. Please make sure these are completed. - At this In-Person Volunteer Orientation we will: read and review over the Volunteer Handbook, Check-In document, and Volunteer Orientation Guide, take a Branch Tour and receive your Volunteer T-Shirt. When you arrive, please come into the Dee Dee Harris Program Access Center (pool entrance) to get started with the Branch Tour. If you have any questions, please contact morrisonvolunteers@ymcacharlotte.org. We look forward to having you share your talents at our Y!

#Art & Culture #Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Great for Teens #Healthy Living #Social Responsibility #Teen Leadership #Teens #Youth Development

YMCA of Greater Charlotte Sports - North Region (Lake Norman, Lincoln County, Lowe's & Sally's)

Step One: If you are interested in Coaching this fall for our North Region, please sign up online at: Soccer, Flag Football & Volleyball - Spring Coaching Preferences: https://form.jotform.com/240016312941141 Step Two: Please sign click "Volunteer" below next to the coaching position you are volunteering for and complete the screenings and trainings it prompts you to complete. The YMCA North Region Sports project will encompass the following YMCA Branches: Lake Norman, Lincoln County, Lowe's and Sally's 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 Saturday's. The season will last for 10 weeks and include 8 games. We try to accommodate our coach’s schedules as best as possible when determining practices days/times.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Families #Social Responsibility #Sports & Recreation #Youth Development #Youth Sports Coaching

YMCA of Greater Charlotte Sports - Central South Region (Dowd, Harris & Johnston)

The YMCA Central South Region Sports project will encompass the following YMCA Branches: Dowd, Harris and Johnston 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 Saturday's. The season will last for 10 weeks and include 8 games. If you are interested in coaching this Spring for our South Central Region, please select the position 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. We try to accommodate our coach’s schedules as best as possible when determining practices days/times based on your preferences.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Families #Social Responsibility #Sports & Recreation #Youth Development #Youth Sports Coaching

YMCA of Greater Charlotte Sports - South Region (Brace, Morrison & Steele Creek)

Step One: If you are interested in Coaching this Spring for our South Region, please click "Volunteer" below next to the coaching position you are volunteering for and complete the screenings and trainings it prompts you to complete. Step Two: Once the trainings and screenings are complete, we will send you a link for you to give us your coaching preferences. The YMCA South Region Sports project will encompass the following YMCA Branches: Brace, Morrison, Steele Creek 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 Saturday's. The season will last for 10 weeks and include 8 games. We try to accommodate our coach’s schedules as best as possible when determining practices days/times.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Families #Social Responsibility #Sports & Recreation #Youth Development #Youth Sports Coaching

YMCA of Greater Charlotte Food Shares

The YMCA of Greater Charlotte has partnered with Loaves & Fishes in Charlotte to help distribute food to our communities in need. Our Food Shares occur during the week at some of our local branches and involve taking the large amounts of donated food, breaking them up into individual boxes and then passing them out to cars as they drive through the line. These opportunities are perfect for groups of 15 or less and make a great team building activity. If you have a group that wishes to come out as a team, let us know by emailing us at volunteer@ymcacharlotte.org.

#Community #Families #Healthy Living #Hunger #Social Responsibility

Harris YMCA - Sunny Harris Hutchinson Memorial Golf Tournament

Join us for the 4th Annual Sunny Harris Hutchinson Memorial Golf Tournament that will benefit the YMCA Better Us Campaign to help us address critical community needs and provide high-impact programs that change lives. Volunteers will assist with setup, check-in/registration, pre-event activities, course/hole monitoring and post-event activities.

#Children & Youth #Social Responsibility

YMCA of Greater Charlotte Sports - Central North Region (Keith, McCrorey, Simmons & Stratford Richardson)

Step One: If you are interested in Coaching this Spring for our Central North Region, please sign up online at: Soccer, Flag Football & Volleyball Spring Coaching Preferences: https://form.jotform.com/240016068380146 Step Two: Please sign click "Volunteer" below next to the coaching position you are volunteering for and complete the screenings and trainings it prompts you to complete. The YMCA Central North Region Sports project will encompass the following YMCA Branches: Keith, McCrorey, Simmons & Stratford Richardson. 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 Saturday's. The season will last for 10 weeks and include 8 games. We try to accommodate our coach’s schedules as best as possible when determining practices days/times.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Families #Social Responsibility #Sports & Recreation #Youth Development #Youth Sports Coaching

Y Readers Program - Governors' Village STEM Academy

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Youth Development #Y Readers

Y Readers Program - Renaissance West STEAM Academy

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Youth Development #Y Readers

Y Readers Program - Statesville Road Elementary

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Youth Development #Y Readers

Keith Family YMCA - Adaptive Programs

Our Keith YMCA is looking for volunteers to help in our Adaptive Programs such as Basketball, Cheerleading, Dance and Swimming. These programs serve individuals with disabilities and offer them inclusive ways of getting involved in programs.

#Diverse abilities/Special Needs #People with Disabilities

Harris YMCA - ESL Volunteer

The Harris YMCA offers English as a Second Language classes to immigrants and newcomers from our community three times per week, September to June. The program seeks to acculturate the students and build community, while providing participants with the language skills they seek in order to improve their lives and the lives of their families. Ways to volunteer: OCCASIONALLY: Registration assistance *Welcome & guide new students through the registration process *Speaking or understanding Spanish is helpful, but not required *Available 1-4 times (for a 3-hour shift/am or pm) in these months: March, August and December. *Spring 2024 dates: March 18-19 (9am-12pm and/or 6-9pm) WEEKLY: Dual-Language Conversation Groups *Strong command of English and/or Spanish languages *Interested in those with other backgrounds and experiences *Guide a small group facilitating activities specially created to promote conversation skills and multiculturalism. *Available on Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm. *Winter 2024 dates: January 31-March 6 *Spring 2024 dates: April 24-May 29 * Fall 2024 dates: October 16-November 20 QUARTERLY: 1-1/Small Group Tutoring *Have strong command of English language *Interested in those with other backgrounds and experiences *Guide introductory level students through a study of brief lessons covering Basic English grammar and vocabulary *Requires 6-week commitment on Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm *Spring 2024 dates: April 24-May 29 * Fall 2024 dates: October 16-November 20 **ALL volunteers will work under the guidance of the Harris YMCA Community Development Director. Volunteer training and all materials are provided. ESL Volunteers meet at the Harris YMCA CATO Education Center**

#Community #Immigration & Refugees #Social Responsibility

Stratford Richardson YMCA - Afterschool

Volunteers in our Afterschool program will be helping with our Queen City Readers program. Queen City Readers is a program that is designed to help Kindergarten and First Grade students learn important skills that will help them become strong readers. In just one hour a week, tutors can serve two students. The only requirements to become a tutor are: Proficiency in English (speaking and reading) A high school education A positive and encouraging attitude 15 minutes of pre-recorded video training & a 30 Minute Child Abuse Prevention training online

#Social Responsibility #Youth Development

Y Readers Program - Lake Wylie Elementary

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Community #Education & Literacy #Social Responsibility #Youth Development #Y Readers

Y Readers Program - Croft Community School

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Social Responsibility #Youth Development #Y Readers

Y Readers Program - David Cox Road Elementary

Did you know that during the summer break, the average student loses about two months of reading skills learned the prior school year? The Y Readers program is committed to stopping that “summer slide” from happening, specifically as it relates to Pre-K-3rd grade students becoming strong readers. You can help stop the summer slide by becoming a Y Readers Book Buddy! Book buddies read with children in our literacy program for 4 weeks (1 hour each week) to help them build confidence and fluency in their reading. We’ll provide everything you need to read with your buddy. We hope you’ll join us as we work to make a difference in the lives of children in our community. Important: Book buddies should pick the day of the week that works best for them. The day you select will remain your day of the week for all 4 weeks.

#Children & Youth #Children & Youth #Education & Literacy #Social Responsibility #Youth Development #Y Readers

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