Volunteer Project Catalog
St. Charles Family YMCA
The Community Development Board of Advisors is responsible for providing guidance and leadership to the St. Charles branch. This role includes fundraising, community engagement, program development, financial diligence and budget integrity in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the Gateway Region YMCA and its Board of Directors.
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Carondelet Park Rec Complex
The Community Development Board of Advisors is responsible for providing guidance and leadership to the Carondelet Park Rec Complex branch. This role includes fundraising, community engagement, program development, financial diligence and budget integrity in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the Gateway Region YMCA and its Board of Directors.
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Gateway Region YMCA
Promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in sports! Serve as a coach or a partner for our adaptive sports teams.
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Mid-County Family YMCA
Substitute/assistant coach with the Mid-County synchronized swim team or class.
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Gateway Region YMCA
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for the Armed Services YMCA of Missouri. Your efforts as a volunteer are greatly appreciated and play a valuable role in our overall mission to support military families in our community. The funds received from our Youth Basketball and Cheer League come directly to our organization which offers support in the form of free or low-cost programs and resources. These include a free Food Pantry resource, Operation Deploy your Dress (ODYD) program, multiple early-education Preschool programs, music class and children’s Cooking class. Additionally, our organization hosts patriotic events throughout the year including an annual Patriot Day Festival, Field of Heroes and Duck Race. Other events include Father-Daughter and Mother-Son dances. Your assistance as a volunteer in our Youth Basketball & Cheer League is woven into the fabric of our mission and aids overall in support of all of our programs! Thank you for your time and efforts!
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South City Family YMCA
The Board of Advisors is responsible for providing guidance and leadership to the South City Family branch. This role includes fundraising, community engagement, program development, financial diligence and budget integrity in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the Gateway Region YMCA and its Board of Directors.
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Edward Jones Family YMCA
Our Board of Advisors team assists the branch by analyzing our history and helping with the launch of initiatives to better the team and our community.
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Bayer YMCA
Our Branch Support volunteer role has a variety of different components depending on branch needs! In order to volunteer at the YMCA, certain onboarding tasks are required. Once you have signed up for a volunteer opportunity, please contact Sharon Holbrooks - sharon.holbrooks@gwrymca.org before you begin to make sure you have completed the necessary requirements. Branch Support volunteer roles/needs may include: Front desk Greeter- Friendly volunteer to greet and engage members and keep our lobby clean and inviting (may include making coffee). Front desk Volunteer- Assist the front desk staff and help provide a pleasant member experience by assisting with basic front desk support. May include filing paperwork, scanning membership cards, and assisting with seasonal decorations. Special Event Photographer - Take photographs following event/program guidelines. Ensure only individuals who have signed a release are photographed and only approved devices are used to take and save photos. Angel Tree - Collect gift requests. Sort and wrap gifts. Intern - Internships should have paperwork from the school or organization sponsoring the intern. The Y should not be the fiscal agent for any paid internships.
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Collinsville Maryville Troy YMCA
Coordinate and assist in planning fun and interactive activities for our Older Active Adults. These programs help to build relationships among those looking to get involved socially and make new friends within our community.
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Carondelet Park Rec Complex
This position supports the work of the Carondelet Park Rec Complex. A St. Louis City Rec Center managed by the Gateway Region YMCA which supports healthy living, social responsibility and youth development.
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Edward Jones Family YMCA
Help with various tasks around the branch to maintain a healthy and inviting environment for our community.
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Mid-County Family YMCA
Our branch support volunteer role has a variety of different components depending on branch needs! In order to volunteer at the YMCA, certain onboarding tasks are required. Once you have signed up for a volunteer opportunity, please contact Ellen Scott before you begin to make sure you have completed the necessary requirements. An example of volunteer opportunities include; Front Desk Greeter Front Desk Volunteer Special Event Photographer Intern Special Event Support School Supply Drive Support Back to School Event Volunteer Food Drive Support Angel Tree Skate Park Volunteer Teen Hub Volunteer General/Large Group Volunteer
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South City Family YMCA
This position supports the work of the South City YMCA. This branch of the Gateway Region Y supports healthy living, social responsibility and youth development.
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O'Fallon Family YMCA - Missouri
Each sport's coach average time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Pre-school coaching is only 1 hour weekly. For more information on coaching please click on link: gwrymca.org/sites/default..0Handbook.pdf
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St. Charles Family YMCA
Our garden is a collaborative community efforts to create a place for people to grow food and herbs in the community of friends, members, and neighbors. Become a part of this and help tend the community garden at the St. Charles County Family YMCA. This includes, but not limited to, planting, yielding, preparing crops for the community.
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Four Rivers Family YMCA
Four Rivers Family YMCA - Washington, MO Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the Four Rivers Family YMCA.
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Gateway Region YMCA
Help raise mentally fit kids by supporting our Starting the Conversation program. Become a panelist, share resources, or help us set up events.
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South City Family YMCA
Community Garden: Our garden is a collaborative community effort to create a place for people to grow food and herbs in the company of friends, members, and neighbors. Become a part of this and help tend the community garden at South City Family YMCA. This includes, but is not limited to, planting, yielding, preparing crops for the community.
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Monroe and Randolph County YMCAs
Volunteer leadership on the Board of Advisors. Supports all annual fundraising and provides direction to Monroe County YMCA staff team.
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Riverchase YMCA
The RiverChase YMCA Board of Advisors is responsible for providing guidance and leadership to the RiverChase branch. This role includes fundraising, community engagement, program development, financial diligence and budget integrity in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the Gateway Region YMCA and its Board of Directors. This position is for current board members. If you are a prospective board member, please reach out to the Executive Director, Tom Verheyen at 636-343-0067 for an interview prior to attending any meetings.
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Monroe and Randolph County YMCAs
Volunteers will provide support to the Monroe County Branch through service with our TEAMwork program. This program serves exceptional young adults ages 16 - 30.
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Gateway Region YMCA
Since 1949 Missouri Youth & Government has engaged teens in mock government. Become a Delegation Leader or Advisor to lead and support high schoolers in learning about the legislative and judicial processes. Youth & Government delegations will attend one of two Missouri Conventions for a long weekend in Jefferson in November or December. Support is provided so experience in law and/or government is not required.
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Gateway Region YMCA
Join Trish Farano, retired dietetic tech and former nutrition educator and cooking class facilitator with Dierbergs, for nutrition education and cooking classes at your branch!
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Edward Jones Family YMCA
This position will volunteer at one of our Pattonville Elementary Y Club sites.
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Monroe and Randolph County YMCAs
This is free for all adult YMCA members. The book club encourages reading and discussing books in small groups.
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Four Rivers Family YMCA
To build a network of community-focused leaders who provide insight, guidance, and resources to the YMCA, together addressing the needs of the organization and our community.
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Gateway Region YMCA
Support STEAM programs at the Y and ignite youth interest in STEM careers. We welcome all skill levels, training provided. Programs are in-person at YMCA branches and various community partners in St. Louis City, North St. Louis County and the Metro East.
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Gateway Region YMCA
Meet weekly with a youth or adult to increase reading, math or English language skills. An hour or two a week makes a HUGE difference! Invest in our community by tutoring a child, teen or adult in reading, math or by providing tutoring supplies.
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Clinton and Marion County YMCA
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the Clinton County YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 15 - March 9 Spring: March 25 - May 18 Fall II: October 14 - December 14 For more information on coaching please click on link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VzDzjtMB7Uzc2upegnpsX2nvZ0utCvQs/view
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Collinsville Maryville Troy YMCA
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the Collinsville Maryville Troy, Illinois YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 22 - March 16 Spring: March 25 - May 18 Summer: June 3 - August 3 Fall I: August 26 - October 12 Fall II: October 21 - December 14 For more information on coaching please click on link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VzDzjtMB7Uzc2upegnpsX2nvZ0utCvQs/view
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Collinsville Maryville Troy YMCA
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the (INSERT YOUR BRANCH) YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 20 - March 15 Spring: March 24 - May 17 Summer: June 2 - August 2 Fall I: August 25 - October 11 Fall II: October 20 - December 13 For more information on coaching please click on link: drive.google.com/file/d/1Vz..utCvQs/view
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Downtown Belleville YMCA - Kern Center
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the Downtown Belleville YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 22 - March 16 Spring: March 25 - May 18 Summer: June 3 - August 3 Fall I: August 26 - October 12 Fall II: October 21 - December 14 For more information on coaching please click on link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VzDzjtMB7Uzc2upegnpsX2nvZ0utCvQs/view
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Downtown Belleville YMCA - Kern Center
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the (INSERT YOUR BRANCH) YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 20 - March 15 Spring: March 24 - May 17 Summer: June 2 - August 2 Fall I: August 25 - October 11 Fall II: October 20 - December 13 For more information on coaching please click on link: drive.google.com/file/d/1Vz..utCvQs/view
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East Belleville YMCA
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the East Belleville, Illinois YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 22 - March 16 Spring: March 25 - May 18 Summer: June 3 - August 3 Fall I: August 26 - October 12 Fall II: October 21 - December 14 For more information on coaching please click on link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VzDzjtMB7Uzc2upegnpsX2nvZ0utCvQs/view
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East Belleville YMCA
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the (INSERT YOUR BRANCH) YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 20 - March 15 Spring: March 24 - May 17 Summer: June 2 - August 2 Fall I: August 25 - October 11 Fall II: October 20 - December 13 For more information on coaching please click on link: drive.google.com/file/d/1Vz..utCvQs/view
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Edward Jones Family YMCA
Serving our community through coaching sports practices through the lense of healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development
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Emerson Family YMCA
To provide an enjoyable and safe sporting experience for an assigned group of children while they learn individual and team game skills, sportsmanship, and fair play. Onboarding Requirements: Volunteers must complete an online Volunteer Application through the Y’s volunteer management system called, “Volunteer Matters.” Additional no cost requirements include completion of the following: Background Check Child Abuse & Prevention Online Training Videos Heads up Concussion Fact Sheet Once you have signed up for a volunteer opportunity by visiting https://gwrymca.volunteermatters.org/, please contact Robert Kennedy at 314-521-1822 ext 20650 or robert.kennedy@gwrymca.org before you begin to make sure you have completed the necessary requirements. Youth Sports Coach volunteer responsibilities include: Coach an assigned group of children emphasizing skill development, safety, fair play, sportsmanship, and fun. Preside over team activities including all scheduled team practices and games Be responsible for team equipment. Ensure equal playing time for all your players regardless of the score. Work to establish and improve team unity and spirit. Adhere to YMCA policies, objectives, and rules. Lead by example among team parents to support the responsibilities of the referee and league leadership. Time Commitment: Each coach's average time commitment is weekly practice (1hr.) and Saturday games (1hr.). Pre-school coaching is only 1 hour weekly. Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 22 - March 16 Spring: March 25 - May 18 Summer: June 3 - August 3 Fall I: August 26 - October 12 Fall II: October 21 - December 14 For more information on coaching please click on link: drive.google.com/file/d/1Vz..utCvQs/view
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Jefferson County Family YMCA
To provide an enjoyable and safe sporting experience for an assigned group of children while they learn individual and team game skills, sportsmanship, and fair play. Onboarding Requirements: Volunteers must complete an online Volunteer Application through the Y’s volunteer management system called, “Volunteer Matters.” Additional no cost requirements include completion of the following: Background Check Child Abuse & Prevention Online Training Videos Heads up Concussion Fact Sheet Once you have signed up for a volunteer opportunity by visiting gwrymca.volunteermatters.org, please contact Brent Ripley 636-931-9622 at brent.ripley@gwrymca.org before you begin to make sure you have completed the necessary requirements. Youth Sports Coach volunteer responsibilities include: Coach an assigned group of children emphasizing skill development, safety, fair play, sportsmanship, and fun. Preside over team activities including all scheduled team practices and games Be responsible for team equipment. Ensure equal playing time for all your players regardless of the score. Work to establish and improve team unity and spirit. Adhere to YMCA policies, objectives, and rules. Lead by example among team parents to support the responsibilities of the referee and league leadership. Time Commitment: Each coach's average time commitment is weekly practice (1hr.) and Saturday games (1hr.). Pre-school coaching is only 1 hour weekly. Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 22 - March 16 Spring: March 25 - May 18 Summer: June 3 - August 3 Fall I: August 26 - October 12 Fall II: October 21 - December 14 For more information on coaching please click on link: drive.google.com/file/d/1Vz..utCvQs/view
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Mid-County Family YMCA
Each sport's coach average time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Pre-school coaching is only 1 hour weekly. For more information on coaching please click on link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VzDzjtMB7Uzc2upegnpsX2nvZ0utCvQs/view?usp=drive_link Contact Jon Abrams Jon.Abrams@gwrymca.org 1900 Urban Drive Brentwood, MO 63144
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Monroe and Randolph County YMCAs
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the Monroe County, Illinois YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 16 - March 11 Spring: March 20 - May 20 Summer: June 6 - July 20 Fall I: August 28 - October 14 Fall II: October 23 - December 16 For more information on coaching please click on link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VzDzjtMB7Uzc2upegnpsX2nvZ0utCvQs/view
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O'Fallon YMCA - Illinois
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the Collinsville Maryville Troy, Illinois YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 22 - March 16 Spring: March 25 - May 18 Summer: June 3 - August 3 Fall I: August 26 - October 12 Fall II: October 21 - December 14 For more information on coaching please click on link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VzDzjtMB7Uzc2upegnpsX2nvZ0utCvQs/view
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O'Fallon YMCA - Illinois
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the O'Fallon, IL YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 20 - March 15 Spring: March 24 - May 17 Summer: June 2 - August 2 Fall I: August 25 - October 11 Fall II: October 20 - December 13 For more information on coaching please click on link: drive.google.com/file/d/1Vz..utCvQs/view
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O'Fallon Family YMCA - Missouri
Each sport's coach average time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Pre-school coaching is only 1 hour weekly. For more information on coaching please click on link: gwrymca.org/sites/default..0Handbook.pdf
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Riverchase YMCA
Thank You for volunteering your time to Youth Sports Basketball with the RiverChase YMCA. Practices are one night a week (1hr) and Games are Saturday mornings (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 22 - March 16 Spring: March 25 - May 18 Summer: June 3 - August 3 Fall I: August 26 - October 12 Fall II: October 21 - December 14
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Riverchase YMCA
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at Riverchase YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 20 - March 15 Spring: March 24 - May 17 Summer: June 2 - August 2 Fall I: August 25 - October 11 Fall II: October 20 - December 13 For more information on coaching please click on link: drive.google.com/file/d/1Vz..utCvQs/view
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South City Family YMCA
Each sport's coach average time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Pre-school coaching is only 1 hour weekly. For more information on coaching please click on link: GWR Youth Parent Guide https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hcCS9Vy-oPjiyCTuJRbnd8Q4fUGt62Nk/view?usp=drive_link
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South County Family YMCA
Volunteer Youth Sports Coach: Each sport's coach average time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr). Pre-school coaching is only 1 hour weekly. For more information on coaching please click on link: https://gwrymca.org/sites/default/files/YMCA%20Youth%20Sports%20Coach%20Handbook.pdf *In order to volunteer at the YMCA, certain onboarding tasks are required. Please contact Kevin Schwartz before you begin to make sure you have completed the necessary requirements. To provide an enjoyable and safe sporting experience for an assigned group of children while they learn individual and team game skills, sportsmanship, and fair play. Onboarding Requirements: Volunteers must complete an online Volunteer Application through the Y’s volunteer management system called, “Volunteer Matters.” Additional no cost requirements include completion of the following: Background Check Child Abuse & Prevention Online Training Videos Heads up Concussion Fact Sheet Once you have signed up for a volunteer opportunity by visiting gwrymca.volunteermatters.org, please contact Kevin Schwartz 314.849.9622 x232 or kevin.schwartz@gwrymca.org before you begin to make sure you have completed the necessary requirements. Youth Sports Coach volunteer responsibilities include: Coach an assigned group of children emphasizing skill development, safety, fair play, sportsmanship, and fun. Preside over team activities including all scheduled team practices and games Be responsible for team equipment. Ensure equal playing time for all your players regardless of the score. Work to establish and improve team unity and spirit. Adhere to YMCA policies, objectives, and rules. Lead by example among team parents to support the responsibilities of the referee and league leadership. Seasons run as follows: Winter: January 22 - March 16 Spring: March 25 - May 18 Summer: June 3 - August 3 Fall I: August 26 - October 12 Fall II: October 21 - December 14
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St. Charles Family YMCA
Teach children to love various sports and teamwork at the St. Charles County Family YMCA. Time commitment is weekly practice (1hr) and Saturday games (1hr).
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Wildwood Family YMCA
Coaching a Winter youth sports team at the Wildwood/Chesterfield YMCAs. You will be the main contact for the team you are coaching for as well as the distributor of photos from picture day and medals at the end of the season. You will read through and finish all training as a coach, before the first game. You will also need to know all rules that are stated in our rule book, coaches guide, and parent handbook that will be given to you by the Sports Program Director.
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