The YMCA at The Factory can always use more helping hands. We have volunteer opportunities with nursery, preschool, youth, teens and aquatics programs, and in our membership, operations and youth sports departments. YMCA at The Factory volunteers are active in our community, love people and love to lend a helping hand. We have volunteer opportunities that can fit any interest and time budget. Please check out our list of volunteer opportunities and contact us if you need more information. We can’t wait to see you volunteering at the YMCA at The Factory!

Volunteer Opportunities
	Y-Learning and Tutorial programs	Volunteers will assist students with homework and study skills. Students in Y-Learning and Y tutorial programs are usually at risk of performing below grade level. Volunteers will be working one-on-one or in very small groups with students. Basic math and reading skills are needed. Volunteers may spend time in reading groups with children as well. Volunteers are encouraged to commit to once a week for a minimum of one month.
	Elementary School Homework Helpers	Volunteers will assist elementary school students with their daily homework assignments. Basic math and reading skills are required. Volunteers are encouraged to commit to once a week for a minimum of one month.
	Camp Lollipop Volunteer	Volunteers will assist the camp counselors with implementing the planned theme activities of the day. We ask for a one-week or more commitment. Volunteers should have a love for very young children, patience and the ability to play, read books, sing funny songs and have fun.
	Mystery Readers	Volunteers are needed to read a story aloud to children once a month. The only skills you need are the love of children and the ability to read!
	Kindercamp Volunteer	Volunteers will help camp counselors implement the themed activities for the week. They will also play, swim, read stories and have fun. Kindercampers are age 3 - 5. We ask for a one-week, or more, commitment.
	Swim Lessons	Volunteers are a second pair of hands and a second set of eyes for the swim instructors. This allows YMCA instructors to allow swimmers more time in the water to practice swim skills. Volunteers should be patient with children and be confident in the water. We ask for a commitment for the duration of your child's swim lesson session.
	Membership Ambassadors - Membership Services	Volunteers will be trained to greet members, swipe membership cards, hand out locker keys, and other assorted duties. Volunteers will not be responsible for nor handle any membership account information. Volunteers should be mature, enthusiastic, work well in busy times and have a general knowledge of the YMCA at The Factory. We ask for a two-hour per week commitment for a minimum of one month.
	Membership Ambassadors - Door Greeters	Volunteers will greet everyone that enters the YMCA at The Factory with a cheerful "Hello" or "Welcome to the Y." Volunteers will also be asked to hold doors and get to know members by name. Volunteers should be very cheerful and upbeat. We ask for a two-hour per week commitment for a minimum of one month.
	Membership Ambassadors - Tour Guide	Volunteers will be trained to give informed, knowledgeable tours about the YMCA at The Factory and its programs and offerings to potential members. Volunteers should have great communication and listening skills, be knowledgeable about the YMCA and enjoy people and conversation. We ask for a two-hour per week commitment for a minimum of one month.
	Wellness Attendants/ Gym Monitors	Volunteers will help members become more comfortable with equipment and the wellness area. They will also assist people that need help while they exercise, they will help with wellness orientations and may also monitor pick-up basketball games to ensure games are Y appropriate and fair. Volunteers should have enthusiasm and the ability to mix and converse with members and staff. We ask for a two-hour per week commitment for a minimum of one month.
	Special Events	Volunteers are needed to help plan, coordinate and serve at events such as Healthy Kids Day, Health Fairs, Race for the Cure and other family-style events throughout the year. Volunteers need to be able to work together as members of a team. Volunteer hours and level of commitment will vary per event.
	Facility Work Projects	Volunteers will assist with branch facility maintenance by helping tackle projects that are time and labor intensive. Working as a team, volunteers help complete projects such as washing windows, putting up tents, planting flowers and trees, painting and other projects. Volunteers need to be able to lift more than 10 pounds and should be able to work on a team under the direction of the Banks D. Kerr YMCA director of operations. Specific commitments can range from a few hours to a weekend, depending on the scope of the project.
	Branch Safety and Beautification Committee	Volunteers will assist branch staff by helping to make the branch a safer place. Volunteers will also help plan and implement beautification projects that will enhance the grounds. Volunteers should have attention to detail and the ability to work on a team under the supervision of the Banks D. Kerr YMCA director of operations. Volunteers are encouraged to attend the monthly meetings.