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Season of Giving at the YMCA
Join us in spreading hope and joy this holiday season by supporting the YMCA’s Season of Giving! Your donation will help us provide essential programs and services to those in need—creating brighter futures and stronger communities. Together, we can make an impact that lasts well beyond the holidays.
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Volunteer with the YMCA
When you are involved with the YMCA of Greater Boston, you help bring about lasting personal and social change. Whether you want to nurture the potential of children, improve your family’s health, or give back to your neighbors, your involvement with the Y, a charitable organization, will positively impact your community.
- Gain new skills
- Make new friends
- Improve our mental and physical health
- Strengthen communities
Health & Wellness
Volunteer for our wellness events and help spread the message of healthy living.
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Center Support & Administrative Help
Behind every success story, there's administrative support!
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Youth Sports
Join our team of volunteers for youth sports programs and be a mentor, coach, and role model for young athletes.
See MoreFrequently Asked Questions
The YMCA of Greater Boston offers many different types of volunteer roles. Volunteers could:
- Lead a program or class such as a youth soccer coach or a yoga instructor
- Help pack food at our Food Distribution warehouse
- Read to our children in our Early Education Programs
- Read or lead an activity in our After School Programs
- Help with a Special Event such as Healthy Kids’ Day or one of our Together We Move 5K Races
- Serve on one of our Board of Advisors at a local Center or on the General Board
Among other opportunities!
Depending on the volunteer opportunity, there are different criteria that the volunteer must meet. All volunteers must sign a YMCA Waiver, present a photo ID at the time of volunteering to be run through HALL PASS, our background-check software; Some volunteers will be required to submit CORI/SORI background paperwork if they are volunteering on an ongoing project (more than one day) or are going to be directly involved with our youth and most vulnerable participants. This takes time to process, so plan accordingly.
At this time we do not offer court mandated community service at the YCMA of Greater Boston.
You can visit our VolunteerMatters project catalog which lists all of our current open volunteer opportunities.
Depending on the opportunity, there may be an age limit and/or previous experience required.
Volunteers in Action!
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Group Exercise
Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.
WATER FITNESS
Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!
Locations
Adult Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.
Youth Sports
5-10 weeks
YMCA youth sports programs give kids the opportunity to learn and grow through a variety of exciting activities, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. With experienced coaches and a focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun, your child will develop athletic skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Sign up today and let them thrive through the joy of sports at the Y!
Youth Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks
YMCA swim lessons for youth ages 6-12 provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids build confidence in the water while learning essential swimming and water safety skills. Guided by trained instructors, participants progress through six swimming stages, focusing on techniques such as floating, stroke development, and endurance, all while fostering a love for swimming and lifelong water safety awareness.
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Group Exercise
Explore all the fitness classes and reserve a space by logging into Motionvibe. Get your blood pumping with classes like HIIT and Zumba or tap into your mindfulness with yoga, Barre or Pilates.
WATER FITNESS
Water Fitness classes are an excellent choice to give your heart and muscles a great workout. The Y offers a range of Water Fitness classes, find the perfect one for you by logging into Motionvibe!
Adult Pickleball
Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong and is also fun, social, and friendly.
Youth Sports
5-10 weeks
YMCA youth sports programs give kids the opportunity to learn and grow through a variety of exciting activities, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. With experienced coaches and a focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun, your child will develop athletic skills and confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Sign up today and let them thrive through the joy of sports at the Y!
Youth Swim Lessons
5-10 weeks
YMCA swim lessons for youth ages 6-12 provide a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids build confidence in the water while learning essential swimming and water safety skills. Guided by trained instructors, participants progress through six swimming stages, focusing on techniques such as floating, stroke development, and endurance, all while fostering a love for swimming and lifelong water safety awareness.
