Volunteers Ensure A Brighter Future
Volunteer at the Y
Across the United States, more than 500,000 business leaders, community advocates, parents, teens and individuals who want to give back and support their neighbors volunteer at the Y. That’s because in 10,000 neighborhoods nationwide, we have the presence and partnerships to not just promise, but deliver positive personal and social change.
With a focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, Y volunteers give men, women and children of all ages and from all walks of life the resources and support they need to be healthy, confident, connected and secure.
Volunteers of the Y
- Lead our boards of directors and committees
- Raise funds to ensure the Y is accessible to all members of the community
- Coach our sports teams and teach many of our classes
- Motivate and support youth in building the character strengths, skills and relationships that lead to positive behaviors, better health, smart life choices and the pursuit of higher education and goals
- Extend a hand to help adults who want to do more, be more or live healthier
- Advocate for the Y’s efforts to influence policies and initiatives that positively impact societal issues of importance to the nation, and your community
- Participate in opportunities to give back and support neighbors
Y Mentors
The Y is a nonprofit like no other. Take an active role in strengthening your community. From coaching to mentoring to fundraising, we value your time. Y Mentors, click the button below to Respond to our need.COACH APPLICATION
Volunteer to coach your child’s team and your child plays for free! You must apply and be selected as a coach in order to qualify. For more information contact Gina McMahon at 269-945-4574.Looking to be involved?
We can use assistance with building or purchasing the following items:
- Picnic tables
- Floor fans for cabins
- Wheelbarrows
- Gator Utility Vehicle
- Craft paint
- Beads for crafts
- Kayaks
- Life Jackets for youth
Volunteer Projects
Volunteers can assist the YMCA of Barry County / Camp Algonquin in its mission in a variety of ways. We are always interested in hearing suggestions from volunteers who have new ideas about how they can be involved. Volunteers can assist on an individual basis, or can be a part of a team that tackles a large project. We are always in need of coaches for Youth Sports as well. Click here to be taken to the Volunteer Application.
Site Improvement
- Paint projects (indoors and outdoors)
- Trail cutting
- Adopt-a-Cabin
- Cleaning projects: windows, buildings, furniture
- Construction / Tree removal
Summer Camp
- Share a skill or talent with campers during skill sessions
Mentor
- Spend time with youth in our school-based Y Mentors Program
