Volunteer Project Catalog
Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center
Holiday Cheer at the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a season of outreach to the community which provides an opportunity for in-kind donors to collect items for local families. Our goal is to provide each household who applies to the program with one complete meal kit, one $25 retail gift card, and 2-4 gift items for each child. Items will be picked up at the YMCA during a distribution event (for Holiday Cheer families only: registration is required). Help is needed to sponsor Meal Kits, Gift Cards, and Holiday Shop Items. To get involved as a sponsor, visit https://ymcagbw.org/give/holiday-cheer for shopping lists and more information. Volunteers are also needed to help with our large distribution event. Click on the schedule to learn more! We hope to support 1,000 households and 2,500 children this year.
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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 diverse abilities. 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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Jennersville YMCA
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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Coatesville YMCA
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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Kennett Area YMCA
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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Lionville Community YMCA
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
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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Upper Main Line YMCA
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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West Chester Area YMCA
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. Childcare volunteering 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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Association Office
Committee and Policy Volunteers play a key role in supporting The Association Office, Coatesville YMCA, Jennersville YMCA, Kennett Area YMCA, Lionville Community YMCA, Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center, Upper Main Line YMCA, West Chester Are YMCA, providing feedback and guidance to the Branch Executive Team. Together, we are strengthening our community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Advisory board members and committee members attend recurring meetings (typically monthly). Be a voice for your Y and for your community. Interested in learning more? Please connect directly with your branch regarding opportunities as a committee and policy volunteer: ymcagbw.org/locations
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Oscar Lasko YMCA and Childcare Center
Help the YMCA with projects such as facility cleanliness, painting, minor repairs, yard work, gardening and event set-up and break-down. Help is also needed with managing inventory in our community resource pantry ymcagbw.org/community-resource-pantry. This post is updated regularly so check back to see the different types of shifts, tasks, and positions listed below. Don't see anything posted but you are excited to lend a hand? Reach out to Laura Mackiewicz, Director of Volunteer Engagement lmackiewicz@ymcagbw.org for our association (610) 643-9622 ext. 2109. Some opportunities do qualify for the 7th Grade Initiative Service Project. 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
Team members on our competitive gymnastics team, known as the GYMCATS, develop their skills and abilities while participating in competitive meets. YMCA gymnastics emphasizes fun and sportsmanship while encouraging kids to be active in life. Volunteers support the large gymnastics competition events that take place throughout the year. 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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Octorara Program Center
Local high school students can get firsthand experience in our education programming and development. Please connect directly with Janet Kabakjian (jkabakjian@ymcagbw.org), Director of our Octorara Program Center, for questions and next steps. Currently approved volunteers can register using the position sign-up below. 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
We are looking for individuals to help support activities, classes, and programs for our ForeverWell population (active adults 55 years of age and older). Meet new people and support fun, creative ways to stay healthy with fellow community members. Schedules vary by individual programs and events. Please connect with the branch lead to learn about specific volunteer opportunities with ForeverWell. By clicking the sign-up button below, you will be prompted for the credentials needed in order to volunteer in this program. 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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