Volunteer Project Catalog
Adult Volunteers
Be a part of our Bitty Sports Program and make a difference in a child's life! Coaching in our Bitty Sports Program is a unique opportunity to instill positive values and help kids develop healthy habits that extend beyond sports at a young age. Our coaches provide a welcoming atmosphere, teach fundamentals of the game and promote the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork. In this role, you’ll help kids access the positive benefits of youth sports, including character-building, skill development, and teamwork. You will create an environment that celebrates belonging, achievement, and relationships. Bitty Sports serves children ages 3-5, and this will be most kid's first experience with sports, you can be a part of making their first sports venture a great one! Other benefits include: • Feeling the rewards of serving others. • Building positive relationships with community members. • Spending quality time with your own children. • Help emphasize the Y Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility Volunteer Coach Responsibilities: • Familiarize yourself with the coaching resources provided to be prepared to lead stations at practices. • Come to practices with high energy and positive attitude • Instruct players in the fundamentals while promoting good sportsmanship and core values • Lead stations, teamwork sessions, and coach games all in 1 hr, 1 time per week. • Share praise and build confidence in young athletes • Promote an inclusive and positive experience • Live YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, & Responsibility The average time commitment is 1 weekly session for 1 hour beginning the week of November 4th and ending on December 22nd.
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Adult Volunteers
Hub for Community Housing volunteer opportunities
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Internship
Cristo Rey High School Interns
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Adult Volunteers
Space for Volunteers at the Delaware Community Center YMCA.
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Adult Volunteers
Ongoing opportunities for volunteers interested in working with youth programs at the Don M. and Margaret Hilliker YMCA.
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Adult Volunteers
Main page for volunteers working with Youth at the Ward YMCA
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Adult Volunteers
Nursing students from Fortis college will be volunteering with the teen summer and afterschool program at the North YMCA.
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Adult Volunteers
Ongoing opportunities for volunteers interested with the Gahanna/John E. Bickley YMCA!
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Adult Volunteers
Ongoing opportunities for volunteers interested in volunteer opportunities at the Grove City YMCA.
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Adult Volunteers
Volunteer opportunities with YMCA Head Start
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Adult Volunteers
Ongoing opportunities for volunteers interested in working with youth programs at the Hilliard/Ray Patch Family YMCA.
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Adult Volunteers
Ongoing opportunities for volunteers interested in working with youth programs at the Liberty/Powell YMCA.
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Adult Volunteers
Ongoing opportunities for volunteers interested in working at the North YMCA.
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Adult Volunteers
At the YMCA, we strive to create an inclusive environment where every child can participate fully in our programs. We welcome child aides/paraprofessionals who provide support for children with specific needs. Guidelines for participation: 1) Aides may accompany children into YMCA programs with prior approval from YMCA staff. 2) The aide’s role is to provide direct support for the child, ensuring their safety, comfort, and participation. 3) Aides are expected to remain with the child at all times during programming. 4) Aides must complete all YMCA volunteer requirements (such as background checks, paperwork, and orientation) before attending programming. YMCA staff remain responsible for overall program supervision, but the aide is responsible for the individual support of the child. This partnership allows us to better serve children with unique needs while maintaining a safe, positive, and engaging experience for all participants.
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Adult Volunteers
Swim Team Parent Volunteers for August 1, 2025-July 31, 2026
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Van Buren Shelter
Complete this sign-up first if you want to volunteer at Van Buren Center to complete your required community service hours for school or a court order. Forms/Confirmation for hours needed will not be signed off on unless you complete this sign-up first. There are opportunities to pick up additional hours outside of the available opportunities for required community service hours. Court-ordered volunteers must first schedule a meeting via phone or email with the Volunteer Coordinator and undergo a background check before signing up to volunteer. Please provide the required number of hours, deadline to complete hours, available schedule, and details for needed community service to the Volunteer Coordinator.
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Van Buren Shelter
Volunteer at Van Buren Center and help serve dinner to the women and families staying at our shelter. This volunteer opportunity is a great way to learn about the shelter and provide a vital service for our guests by supporting our kitchen with meal service and clean up. IMPORTANT REMINDERS TO READ BEFORE SIGNING UP -Avoid signing up for volunteer shifts less than 48 hours in advance. If you register on the same day or the day before, you may not be able to volunteer. -To sign up to volunteer, individuals must be at least 14 years old and accompanied by an adult. -We ask that volunteers arrive 10-15 minutes before the shift start time to ensure enough time to find parking, check in at the front desk, and be ready to serve at 5:00 p.m., when dinner service starts. IMPORTANT UPDATE: SINGLE SIDE FRONT ENTRANCE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION 10/20/2025-12/31/2025 Click on link to view updated entrance and parking guide: https://storage.googleapis.com/production-constantcontact-v1-0-3/703/596703/xlJPdxGI/098abfc645d34a019294d1567a1054d2?fileName=Temporary%20Map%20Volunteer%20Parking.pdf Do you have court-ordered community service or required hours to complete? Click the link below to register for the required community service position. This will allow you to complete your required community service hours for school or a court order, and allow individuals to schedule volunteer hours outside of available sign-up times. https://ymcaohio.volunteermatters.org/project-catalog/187?view=catalog Want to learn more about how you can help support the Van Buren Center? Visit the Van Buren Volunteer & Donation Hub https://vanburenvolunteer.constantcontactsites.com/
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Van Buren Shelter
Join the Van Buren Kitchen Team in Preparing Meals for Our Guests! Lend a hand in the kitchen by helping with meal prep for individuals and families at the Van Buren Shelter. Your support ensures our guests receive warm, nourishing meals in a welcoming environment. Check out the available volunteer slots below and sign up to make a difference! IMPORTANT REMINDERS TO READ BEFORE SIGNING UP: -Avoid signing up for volunteer shifts less than 48 hours in advance. You may be unable to volunteer if you register on the same day or the day before. -Volunteers must be at least 14 years old to sign up, and anyone under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. IMPORTANT UPDATE: SINGLE SIDE FRONT ENTRANCE IS UNDER CONSTRUCTION 10/20/2025-12/31/2025 Click on link to view updated entrance and parking guide: https://storage.googleapis.com/production-constantcontact-v1-0-3/703/596703/xlJPdxGI/098abfc645d34a019294d1567a1054d2?fileName=Temporary%20Map%20Volunteer%20Parking.pdf Do you have court-ordered or required community service hours to complete? Click the link below to register for the community service position. This will allow you to complete your required community service hours for school or a court order, and allow individuals to schedule volunteer hours outside of available sign-up times. https://ymcaohio.volunteermatters.org/project-catalog/187?view=catalog Want to learn more about how you can help support the Van Buren Center? Van Buren Volunteer & Donation Hub: https://vanburenvolunteer.constantcontactsites.com/
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Van Buren Shelter
Bring Holiday Magic to a Child in Need — Become an ELF at Van Buren Center’s Santa’s Workshop! 🎄 Help make the season bright for families staying at our shelter by volunteering in Santa’s Workshop at the Van Buren Center. As one of our cherished ELFs, you’ll help parents hand-pick toys and gifts for their children, wrap presents, and share in the joy and spirit of the holidays. Details and Important Things to Know: -Volunteers must be 14 years or older -Parking, entrance details, and additional instructions will be sent closer to the workshop date. There are so many meaningful ways to make a difference this season. To learn more about how you can help spread holiday cheer: 📧 Email us at vbvolunteer@ymcacolumbus.org 🌐 Visit our Van Buren Holiday Giving Page (link below) https://vanburenvolunteer.constantcontactsites.com/holiday-giving- Together, we can make the holidays a little brighter for every child. Thank you for being part of the magic!
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Adult Volunteers
Ongoing opportunities for volunteers interested in working with youth programs at the Whitehall Community Park YMCA.
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Adult Volunteers
Be a part of our Youth Sports Program and make a difference in a child's life! Coaching in our Youth Sports Program is a unique opportunity to instill positive values and help kids develop healthy habits that extend beyond sports at a young age. Our coaches provide a welcoming atmosphere, teach fundamentals of the game and promote the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork. In this role, you’ll help kids access the positive benefits of youth sports, including character-building, skill development, and teamwork. Coaches will coach a team for 8 weeks consisting of 2 weeks of practice, then 6 weeks of practice then game format. Total time commitment is 1hr per week for 8 weeks Other benefits include: • Feeling the rewards of serving others. • Building positive relationships with community members. • Spending quality time with your own children. • Help emphasize the Y Core Values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility Volunteer Coach Responsibilities: • Familiarize yourself with the coaching resources provided to be prepared to lead your team at practice • Come to practices with high energy and positive attitude • Instruct players in the fundamentals while promoting good sportsmanship and core values • Lead practices, teamwork sessions, and coach games all in 1 hr, 1 time per week. • Share praise and build confidence in young athletes • Promote an inclusive and positive experience • Live YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, & Responsibility
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