Become a Volunteer - Join a Community Project
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 FAQ’s, handbook, and how-to documents >>
- For more information contact: volunteers@ymcacharlotte.org
- If you are already registered to be a volunteer, click here to log in
Volunteer Projects
Morrison YMCA Sports
Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA!
Morrison YMCA Leaders Club Activities
Sign-ups for meetings, specific volunteer opportunities, trainings, etc. related to the Leaders Club at the Morrison YMCA.
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.
Y Readers Afterschool - Reid Park
Y Readers is the YMCA of Greater Charlotte's nationally recognized literacy program that serves rising first through third grade students who are reading below grade level. The mission of Y Readers is to provide the additional support that students need to be proficient in reading by the end of third grade.
Y Achievers
Y ACHIEVERS PROGRAM Y Achievers operates year-round, enrolling new freshmen each fall. During the school year, students participate in weekly afterschool sessions, monthly Saturday Summits, college tours and job shadowing. During the summer, Y Achievers provides eligible rising juniors and seniors an opportunity to work in paid summer internships.
Morrison YMCA Administrative Tasks
Volunteers will assist with various activities such as greeting, data entry, and chair setup for church service.
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 Sara's YMCA in the Ballantyne Corporate Park 15940 Brixham Hill Avenue Charlotte, NC 28277*************
Morrison YMCA Tri! Ballantyne/Kids Tri! Ballantyne
Participants will swim, bike and run as part of our super sprint triathlon to help us raise funds for a child in need. This event supports our Annual Campaign and helps us support those families in the community in need of YMCA programs. Volunteers will assist in a variety of ways, including (but not limited to) check-in/registration, setup, course monitoring (swim, bike and run courses), transition area support, water stop and finish line support.
Simmons YMCA LifeSports
LifeHoops and LifeKicks students don't just play basketball and soccer in this program - they learn valuable life-skills, focus on their academics, and become better men.
Simmons YMCA Facility Activities
-Cleaning up around the campus -Maintenance around the branch -Cleaning the fitness machines -Child watch assistant
Brace Family YMCA Aquatics Volunteering
Volunteers will assist with various activities such as swim lessons and junior lifeguard activities.
Brace Family YMCA Sports
Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA!
Morrison YMCA Afterschool
Volunteers will assist our staff with presenting the curriculum of our Afterschool Program.
Morrison YMCA Dance Classes and Camps
Volunteers will assist with presenting dance classes and camps through activities that are used to teach these activities. ***Volunteers must attend the appropriate, in-person training for the type of camp they wish to volunteer with during the summer. Volunteers who do not attend the correct training for camp will not be permitted to volunteer for that type of camp during the current summer.***
Simmons YMCA Aquatics Volunteering
Volunteers will assist with various activities as swim lessons and junior lifeguard activities.
Simmons YMCA Sports
Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA!
Simmons YMCA Y Kids Child Care Programs
Volunteers will assist with engaging the participants in the activities taking place during the program. This curriculum can include not limited to, art/crafts, story time, games, etc..
Simmons YMCA Administrative Tasks
Greeting guest as they enter the branch and assist with administrative tasks as designated.
Morrison YMCA Fitness and Health
Volunteers will help out with fitness floor, youth fitness classes, clean and organize group exercise rooms.
Harris YMCA ESL Conversation Fridays
The YMCA in partnership with Forest Hill Church is searching for volunteers to help with our English as a Second Language program. We are searching for eager volunteers willing to commit to a minimum of one Friday morning (or more) per month from 9:30am-12:30pm. No experience in teaching or language is necessary; the only requirement is a care for our community and the immigrant/refugee population here. Interested volunteers must meet with the program coordinator to go through a volunteer training manual which consists of an overview of the ESL program, what the Friday volunteer experience looks like, and how they can make the most of their conversation time on Fridays. Contact Information: Victor Rodriguez, Senior Director of Community Development - victor.rodriguez@ymcacharlotte.org
Harris YMCA Community Events
Join us to help put on events that allow us to engage the community around the Harris YMCA in activities to strengthen their spirit, mind and body.
Howard Levine Child Development Center Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers will assist our staff as classroom helpers, family support interns, the Family Resource Room and other activities as designated during their shift.
Harris YMCA Sports
Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA!
Steele Creek YMCA Youth Sports
Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA!
Morrison 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 must attend the appropriate, in-person training for the type of camp they wish to volunteer with during the summer. Volunteers who do not attend the correct training for camp will not be permitted to volunteer for that type of camp during the current summer.***
Steele Creek YMCA Fitness, Health and Membership
Volunteers will help out with activities such as keeping our fitness floor presentable, organizing group exercise rooms, answering general questions about the facility and greeting members as they enter the YMCA branch.
Stratford Richardson YMCA Community Events
The Vision of Stratford Richardson YMCA is to be a unique organization that changes the landscape of the West Corridor by becoming a hub of activity and creating a sense of community through impactful and innovative programs that empower and challenge all people to become the best they can be. Volunteer to help us impact the community!
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 special needs that attend our program. ***PLEASE NOTE - This program takes place at the Hemby Program Center
Morrison YMCA Arts Programming - Morrison YMCA Location
At the Morrison Y, we believe young people can benefit from creative outlets that encourage self-expression and discovery. We offer an extensive range of exciting programs at the Morrison Y Art Studio, the Ballantyne Arts Center and our teaching kitchen. Volunteers will assist with presenting the curriculum that is in place for the various aspects of our Arts Program, including regular classes and summer camps (in-person training required).
Morrison YMCA Arts Programming - Ballantyne Arts Center Location
At the Morrison Y, we believe young people can benefit from creative outlets that encourage self-expression and discovery. We offer an extensive range of exciting programs at the Morrison Y Art Studio, the Ballantyne Arts Center and our teaching kitchen. Volunteers will assist with presenting the curriculum that is in place for the various aspects of our Arts Program, including regular classes and summer camps (in-person training required).
Morrison YMCA Community Events
The Morrison YMCA holds community events periodically to uplift and support the community. Come volunteer for a variety of events such as Healthy Kids Day, family fun nights, and more!
Simmons YMCA Community Events
The Simmons YMCA holds community events periodically to uplift and support the community. Come volunteer for a variety of events such as Healthy Kids Day, family fun nights, Digital Literacy, Community Prayer and more!
Lake Norman YMCA Sports
Volunteer to lead our young athletes by coaching, scorekeeping or greeting at YMCA sports. Use your time and talents to show youth how to play and enjoy sports.
Stratford Richardson YMCA Fitness and Health
Volunteers will help out with fitness floor, youth fitness classes, clean and organize group exercise rooms.
Stratford Richardson YMCA Administrative Tasks
Volunteers will assist with various activities such as greeting and data entry.
Morrison YMCA Gymnastics Classes & Camps
Volunteers will assist our staff with teaching our young gymnasts the basic skills for floor, bar, vaulting and beam and enjoy fun strength and flexibility training challenges. ***Volunteers must attend the appropriate, in-person training for the type of camp they wish to volunteer with during the summer. Volunteers who do not attend the correct training for camp will not be permitted to volunteer for that type of camp during the current summer.***
Camp Harrison MOM Program
Camp Harrison’s Mom on the Mountain Program is designed for moms to share lessons learned through real-life experiences and to put into practice their God given passion for children and families. To ensure quality, the MOM Program has limited spots and is intended for moms/campers who want to touch the lives of campers, counselors, and parents. We believe our moms offer a unique perspective and that when this program is delivered with love and confidence, it will enhance the quality of our summer camp experience for all. The MOM Program allows mothers and their children to participate in Camp Harrison’s Summer Program in a way that benefits everyone. We encourage mothers and campers to select camp activities based on individual interest (preferably not the same) to allow each an opportunity to enjoy camp to its fullest. Camp Moms will take pictures each day to be uploaded for parents to view. They will also sort incoming mail/packages and deliver to the cabins Monday-Friday. We ask each MOM to share their unforgettable stories everywhere they go, recruit campers and participate in the annual MOM fundraiser in the fall. Camp Harrison’s MOM Program has the potential to be a spiritual encouragement to all, while helping us to grow our Y community.
Camp Harrison Medical Team Program
Our medical team serves our campers and staff by distributing camper medications, caring for minor illnesses/injuries and being on call 24/7 to handle any emerging medical concerns.
Stratford Richardson 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.
McCrorey YMCA Lifehoops
LifeHoops students don't just play basketball in this program - they learn valuable life-skills, focus on their academics, and become better men. Check out what activities students are doing in the LifeHoops program and how we're doing so far.
Stratford Richardson YMCA Lifehoops
LifeHoops students don't just play basketball in this program - they learn valuable life-skills, focus on their academics, and become better men. Check out what activities students are doing in the LifeHoops program and how we're doing so far.
Lowe's YMCA Community Events
Provide support during the Lowe's YMCA events including Healthy Kids Day, July 3rd Summer Celebration, Honoring our Heroes, Taste of the Lake, and Breakfast with Santa.
McCrorey YMCA Aquatics
Volunteers will assist with roles such as: swim lessons, swim safety, and more!
Lowe's YMCA Sports
Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA!
Stratford Richardson YMCA Sports
Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA!
Keith Family YMCA Sports
Volunteer to lead our young athletes by coaching, scorekeeping or greeting at YMCA sports. Use your time and talents to show youth how to play and enjoy sports.
Lincoln County YMCA Sports
Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA!
Sally's YMCA Sports
Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA!
Steele Creek YMCA Afterschool
Volunteers will assist our staff with presenting the curriculum of our Afterschool Program.
Steele Creek YMCA Afterschool @ Christ the King Church
Volunteers will assist our staff with presenting the curriculum of our Afterschool Program.
Lowe's YMCA Aquatics
Volunteers will assist with swim lessons, swim team, and/or stroke clinics (aquatics orientation required). Under guidance of the swim coaches and instructors, volunteers will be in and out of the water organizing swimmers and assisting swimmers with swim technique. Volunteer Orientation required.
Johnston YMCA Sports
Volunteer to coach our young athletes how to play and enjoy sports such as basketball, martial arts, and soccer at the Johnston YMCA!
McCrorey YMCA Sports
Volunteer to teach our young athletes how to play and enjoy a sport at the YMCA!
McCrorey YMCA Afterschool
Volunteers will assist staff with programming and activities in Afterschool.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Volunteer Opportunties
Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling things you’ll ever do. You can help shape a child’s future for the better by empowering them to achieve. And the best part is, it’s actually a lot of fun. You and your Little can share the kinds of activities you already like to do. Our Bigs come from diverse backgrounds just like our Littles. They are regular people, just like you. You don’t need any special degrees or job skills. You just have to want to positively impact a young person. Role models come in all shapes and sizes, and you could be a perfect fit.
Simmons YMCA Fitness and Health
Volunteers will help out with fitness floor, youth fitness classes, clean and organize group exercise rooms.
McCrorey YMCA Administrative Tasks
Assist in various areas of administration in the business and programming offices.
Sally's YMCA Administrative Tasks
Assist in various areas of administration such as greeter, membership assistant, and business office.
Lake Norman YMCA Afterschool
Volunteers will assist our staff with presenting the curriculum of our Afterschool Program.
Sally's YMCA Y Kids Child Care Volunteer
Help our lead staff care for our kids in our child watch program for preschool and school-age children. Spend a few hours making a significant and positive impact on a child’s life through fun activities and enrichment projects. Jump and play, or read and create with children at the Y!
Brace Family YMCA- Lake Park Programs
All programs listed under this project are ran by the Brace Family YMCA at the Central Church in Lake Park.
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
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.
Steele Creek YMCA Community Events
The Steele Creek YMCA holds community events periodically to uplift and support the community. Come volunteer for a variety of events such as Healthy Kids Day, family fun nights, and more!
Sally's YMCA Community Events
Sally's YMCA holds community events periodically to uplift and support the community. Come volunteer for a variety of events such as Healthy Kids Day, family fun nights, and more!
Lowe's YMCA Summer Day Camp Volunteer
Volunteers to assist our staff with a variety of activities including working with engaging campers in camp activities, setting up for activities, and helping clean up after camp activities are done. 2020 Camp Volunteer Interest/Orientation Meeting will be (2 options): March 26 at 6:30PM and March 29 at 3:30PM in the Lowe's YMCA Conference Room. To RSVP, select a shift within this project. ***Volunteers must attend in-person orientation for camp if they wish to volunteer with during the summer. Volunteers who do not attend the training for camp will not be permitted to volunteer for camp during the current summer.***
Lowe's YMCA Administrative Tasks
Friendly, flexible people oriented with the ability to work with others and assist in administrative and/or fundraising tasks.
Harris YMCA - Y Readers Plus
Y Readers Plus is a new pilot project of the Y's nationally-recognized literacy program that serves students in grades K-3 who are reading below grade level. The pilot project will operate as an extension of the summer Y Readers program at Huntingtowne Farms Elementary for the duration of the school year. Volunteers will meet with 1 student for 45 minutes of individualized reading support weekly. Volunteers will be paired with the same student for the duration of the school year.
Sally's 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.
Sally's YMCA Board & Committees
Activities pertaining to YMCA Board of Managers and sub Committees of the branch.
Johnston YMCA YKids Childcare Volunteers
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.
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.
Johnston Reading Buddies
Volunteering in Afterschool is a great opportunity to leave an impact! A Reading Buddy comes in once a week to read with our Kindergarten to Third Grade participants. At this location, you must be at least 17 years old. You will need to see our Family Services Coordinator to fill out some additional paperwork on your first day.
Front Desk Volunteer
Front desk volunteers will assist the sales and service desk with the needs of the guest.
Keith Family Miracle League
In 2012, The YMCA of Greater Charlotte and Miracle League teamed up to give children with disabilities a chance to play baseball by creating the YMCA Miracle League through a generous financial contribution. We place children on a team of between 10 and 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 a number of opportunities to partner and volunteer with the Keith Family YMCA Miracle League.
Keith Family YMCA Level Up
ACCESS. OPPORTUNITY. EMPOWERING TEENS TO THRIVE. LEVEL UP is an outreach program that offers youth free access to neighborhood Ys on weekend nights all year long. Programming and activities include a host of speakers and interactive workshops, creative arts, open gym, sports and fitness, swimming and a meal.
Level Up SImmons YMCA
ACCESS. OPPORTUNITY. EMPOWERING TEENS TO THRIVE. LEVEL UP is an outreach program that offers youth free access to neighborhood Ys on weekend nights all year long. Programming and activities include a host of speakers and interactive workshops, creative arts, open gym, sports and fitness, swimming and a meal.
Level Up Stratford Richardson YMCA
ACCESS. OPPORTUNITY. EMPOWERING TEENS TO THRIVE. LEVEL UP is an outreach program that offers youth free access to neighborhood Ys on weekend nights all year long. Programming and activities include a host of speakers and interactive workshops, creative arts, open gym, sports and fitness, swimming and a meal.
Lake Norman YMCA Administrative Tasks 2020
Friendly, flexible people oriented with the ability to work with others and assist in the roles of greeter, tour guide or filing for sales & service staff
Lake Norman YMCA Aquatics 2020
Volunteers assist with swim lessons, swim meets and pool/beach parties, and Y Readers swim lesson opportunity (Note: Aquatics Orientation required for lesson related volunteering).
Lake Norman YMCA Easton Mills Memorial Challenge 2020
The Easton Mills Memorial Challenge is a four part workout challenge with a goal to raise money and awareness for the Send-a-Child to the Y Campaign that supports programs such as summer camp, drowning prevention, and youth development . The workout is designed for participants with varying levels of fitness and finds the right balance of competition and community. Trainers for the event not only structure the workout, but also encourage the participants to achieve their best.
Camp Harrison - Elevation Church Kids Retreat
Volunteers will come and stay at Camp Harrison for 4 days and 3 nights as support staff for Elevation Church Kids Retreat. The volunteers will support in various roles, from leading worship times to support in resident camp programs and activities.
Sales and Service Access Gate
Volunteer will meet and greet members, guests, and staff as they enter and navigate the branch. Volunteer will assist Sales/Service Staff at Access gate by proving members and guests with keys, locks, and basketballs during their visit. Volunteers may be asked to complete simple tasks such as special projects and general paperwork.
Morrison YMCA Camp Interest
Volunteers interested in signing up for camp opportunities will sign up within this project to initiate the start of the camp volunteer process. After they sign up for the "Camp Interest" position, they will receive an email from Morrisonvolunteers@ymcacharlotte.org with details for the next steps in signing up for training and registering for the different summer camp options. The link below will take interested volunteers to the application for summer camp this year. Please be sure to fill out the application in it's entirety. *****Applications are due by May 1st***** https://morrisonymca.wufoo.com/forms/z1hmz38q1j3isj3/ If you have any questions, please contact morrisonvolunteers@ymcacharlotte.org. We look forward to having you share your talents in our programs!
Afterschool Volunteers
YMCA Afterschool is a safe place for children to play, learn and grow when out of school. Qualified and caring staff focus on nurturing the development of each child. We offer three and five day options for students and provide a place to have fun, make new friends and become more active. Children create lasting memories as they engage in a variety of educational and imaginative activities that encourage them to explore who they are and what they can achieve. The Keith Family YMCA provides before and afterschool for elementary and middle school students attending neighborhood CMS and Charter Schools.
Dowd YMCA Aquatics
Volunteers will assist with swim lessons, swim team, and/or stroke clinics. Under guidance of the swim coaches and instructors, volunteers will be in and out of the water organizing swimmers and assisting swimmers with swim technique. A brief pool & safety orientation will be conducted prior to your first volunteer shift.
YMCA of Greater Charlotte Prayer Breakfast
Assist with various tasks for the Prayer Breakfast.
Healthy Kids Day
Get ready for summer with healthy, fun activities for kids and adults. Bring your friends, bring your family, and let’s create a stronger, healthier community for everyone.