Volunteering
Discover a place where you can make an impact, strengthen our community, and share your joy!
Volunteer Opportunities
The YMCA of Greater Cincinnati offers many different types of volunteer roles. Choose a role that is right for you!
Seasonally:
Coach a team, tutor kids, mentor teens, assist with swim meets…
Monthly:
Connect with seniors, lead small groups, help with Parent’s Night Out, distribute food at the food pantry…
Year-Round:
Serve at the Welcome Center, beautify the branches, assist with administration, teach music at the Music Resource Center, aid fitness instructors ready the class, assist with swim lessons, support fundraising efforts to provide access to all, serve on Branch Boards…
Once-Yearly:
Help out at special events such as Spring Clean-up Days, Pool Parties, Fall Festivals, or Holiday Celebrations…
I’M INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE
Are you interested in learning more about volunteering? Share your information with us and a Y staff member will contact you shortly to explore how you can use your passion and skills to make a difference and bring joy to our community!
Join the Y team, as we work together to strengthen our community by empowering young people, improving the health and well-being of people of all ages, and inspiring action in and across communities.
ONGOING VOLUNTEER LOGIN
If you are a returning volunteer, please sign in to log your hours. Thank you for volunteering with the Y!
If you are a new volunteer, please see Volunteer Opportunities above to register.
Ongoing volunteer opportunities includes long-term volunteer activities, such as beautifying the branch, assisting in the Welcome Center, helping out during fitness classes or swim lessons, tutoring at the Music Resource Center, and many more. If you are interested in ongoing volunteer activities, check out Volunteer Opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I volunteer at the YMCA?
Yes! We have opportunities across all branches and programs in our association. Visit our project catalog to view current needs. You can sort by branch location, keyword, and project start date to find an opportunity that is the best fit for you.
Are there specific requirements to volunteer?
Depending on the volunteer opportunity, different credentials must be met to volunteer. For example, one-day activities such as a clean up event simply require the Liability Waiver and Volunteer Relationship agreement, while opportunities such as coaching and participating in licensed childcare do require additional credentials and training.
The safety and well-being of our participants, members, staff, and volunteers are top priority. Screenings and authorizations establish a secure, best-fit environment for all.
Do I have to be a member of the YMCA to volunteer?
No. While we encourage all our members to join us in service, everyone is welcome to join our volunteer team and make an impact in our community.
Do you have student internships or volunteering for credit?
High school and undergraduate internships are available as well as school-required volunteer service hours, but these opportunities vary by branch and by department throughout the year. Most internships are unpaid.
Can I complete court-mandated community service at the Y?
At this time, we do not offer court-mandated community service at the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati.
How do I register?
Visit the project catalog to find a volunteer activity that interests you. When you register for a specific volunteer opportunity, you will create an account with Volunteer Matters, our one-stop shop for registration and opportunities. For the safety of our community, all volunteers must register using VolunteerMatters.
If you are not sure of what you would like to do, you may fill out our basic questionnaire HERE and a member of the Y staff will reach out to discuss opportunities.
I signed up for a volunteer position. What happens next?
We’re excited to review your application made through our VolunteerMatters system! A project organizer will get in touch with you to discuss any additional questions, orientations, or next steps before you start volunteering. Once your clearances are approved, you’re good to go!
Do I have to be over the age of eighteen to volunteer?
Depends. For some positions, there is an age requirement. The position posting on VolunteerMatters will include information on any restrictions.
Can I volunteer in a group?
We do have project-based group opportunities throughout the year. Contact Volunteering@myy.org for more information.