At the YMCA, volunteers are at the heart of everything we do—and in 2025, their impact was extraordinary.
This year, 4,300 volunteers gave more than 109,000 hours of their time to support our community. From coaching youth sports to supporting older adults and welcoming new members, their dedication helps create spaces where everyone feels connected and supported.
Because of them, the Y is a place where people truly belong.
Volunteers of the Year by Branch
We are proud to recognize these individuals who go above and beyond to strengthen their YMCA communities:
Click each name to read their story and learn more about their impact.
Blue Ash YMCA – Jennifer Chubinski
Camp Ernst – Courtney Lee
Campbell County YMCA – Stephanie Scott
Central Parkway YMCA – Kathy Yelton
Clermont County YMCA – Philip Dodge
Clippard Family YMCA – Gail Nolte
Colerain Senior Center – Cyndi Miskimins
Community Services – Achievers – Keith Schneider
Gamble-Nippert YMCA – Dwight Hedrick
Highland County YMCA – Denise Shorten
M.E. Lyons YMCA – Mary Sallee
Powel Crosley, Jr. YMCA – Mark Schmetzer
R.C. Durr YMCA – Catie Childers
R.C. Durr Senior Centers – Martha Knabb
Thank You for Leading with Heart
Each of these volunteers brings our mission to life—creating welcoming spaces, building meaningful connections, and helping every person feel seen and supported.
We wouldn’t be the Y without them—and because of them, our future shines brighter than ever.
Interested in finding a volunteer opportunity? Click here!