Volunteer Project Catalog
Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center
Come one come all to one of the best days of the year: Healthy Kids Day! Volunteers are needed with event set up, activities, and breakdown. The day is all about staying healthy while having fun with kids and their families. Core hours are 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Click on the blue sign-up button below. During the event, we are also hosting a collection drive in collaboration with the Chester County Food Bank. We encourage participants and volunteers to bring most needed pantry items such as jelly, canned tuna, canned chicken, canned spam, canned fruit, prepared meals such as canned chili or Chef Boyardee meals (no glass or expired items). Consider including non-food items that are not able to be purchased using SNAP (food stamps) such as personal hygiene (e.g. deodorant/toothpaste), feminine hygiene (e.g. tampons/pads), diapers, toilet paper, paper towels/tissues, and paper plates/cups. Learn more chestercountyfoodbank.org/ways-to-give/donate-food/#toolkit. Appropriate attire must be worn at all times. All clothing must reflect the YMCA core values. Shirts must cover undergarments. Swimsuits may only be worn in the pool area. Sneakers or active footwear, as well as acceptable active attire, are required in the other areas of the facility.
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Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center
We are looking for committed volunteers to support programs, activities, and special events for community members with disabilities. Click on the schedule below to sign up to volunteer. A PA Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI fingerprinting (or Signed Waiver if you have lived in the state of PA for 10 years or more), and the completion of a brief Child Abuse Prevention Training Video are required in order to volunteer for this program. After sign-up, the system will prompt you with next steps on how to complete these credentials. Learn more about adaptive programming at the YMCA of Greater Brandywine: ymcagbw.org/adaptive-programs-ymca. Appropriate attire must be worn at all times. All clothing must reflect the YMCA core values. Shirts must cover undergarments. Swimsuits may only be worn in the pool area. Sneakers or active footwear, as well as acceptable active attire, are required in the other areas of the facility.
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Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center
The YMCA provides care for young children while their grown-ups are participating in programs on-site at our Y. We also offer childcare during our Parents Night Out events, where children are dropped off in our care while their grown-ups enjoy some time together. Volunteering in this area is a fun, interactive way to strengthen our community. Join us! Appropriate attire must be worn at all times. All clothing must reflect the YMCA core values. Shirts must cover undergarments. Swimsuits may only be worn in the pool area. Sneakers or active footwear, as well as acceptable active attire, are required in the other areas of the facility.
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Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center
Help Y staff create a fun activity for YMCA member families. Help with set up, activities, and clean up. If you are under the age of 14 and want to volunteer, a guardian or responsible adult must register to volunteer alongside you for the duration of the event. Please include first name and last name of the youth volunteer in the comments section at sign up. Appropriate attire must be worn at all times. All clothing must reflect the YMCA core values. Shirts must cover undergarments. Swimsuits may only be worn in the pool area. Sneakers or active footwear, as well as acceptable active attire, are required in the other areas of the facility.
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Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center
Our Membership Team is at the core of the YMCA mission. They are knowledgeable on all things happening across our association, sharing information and updates about programs, services, and opportunities. Volunteers play an active role in supporting our membership team. Together with the membership staff, the membership volunteers connect the community to wellness. Appropriate attire must be worn at all times. All clothing must reflect the YMCA core values. Shirts must cover undergarments. Swimsuits may only be worn in the pool area. Sneakers or active footwear, as well as acceptable active attire, are required in the other areas of the facility.
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Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center
The Y recently launched exciting opportunities for youth in 6th through 12th grade. We are currently offering three program areas for teens: Y Achievers, the 7th Grade Initiative, and VolunTEEN – volunteer opportunities for teens and tweens. Click on the calendar or positions to get involved today! Learn more about teen programming at the YMCA of Greater Brandywine ymcagbw.org/youth-development/teen-programs-ymca. Appropriate attire must be worn at all times. All clothing must reflect the YMCA core values. Shirts must cover undergarments. Swimsuits may only be worn in the pool area. Sneakers or active footwear, as well as acceptable active attire, are required in the other areas of the facility.
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Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help maintain a healthy and safe environment for our members in our Wellness Center spaces and programs. Appropriate attire must be worn at all times. All clothing must reflect the YMCA core values. Shirts must cover undergarments. Swimsuits may only be worn in the pool area. Sneakers or active footwear, as well as acceptable active attire, are required in the other areas of the facility.
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Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center
Join the Y team as a youth sports volunteer! We are looking for passionate, dedicated volunteers to help coach and support our practice and game day sessions. Leagues are typically eight-week programs focusing on fun, while teaching team play and basic skills. For coaches, volunteering requires an 8-10 week commitment for the season. Practices take place in the evenings Monday through Thursday, and games take place on Saturday mornings. Clinics and Summer Sessions typically take place 2-3 evenings during the week. You must be 18 years of age to volunteer as a coach or assistant coach, but positions are available for minors to volunteer as team volunteers as well as clinic volunteers. Appropriate attire must be worn at all times. All clothing must reflect the YMCA core values. Shirts must cover undergarments. Swimsuits may only be worn in the pool area. Sneakers or active footwear, as well as acceptable active attire, are required in the other areas of the facility.
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