Volunteer Project Catalog
Baltimore City
In hundreds of communities across America, vulnerable youth and law enforcement are joining forces to play and learn—building positive connections in the process. They’re part of our signature Badges for Baseball program, created in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Justice. The life-skills training program pairs youth with law enforcement mentors from local communities who use team sports to teach valuable life lessons. Devised to deter juvenile delinquency, Badges targets America’s most vulnerable youth, including those in low-income families and single-parent homes, children of parents on active military duty, and youth with disabilities. Equally important, Badges helps repair contentious relationships between inner-city youth and law enforcement. -In-person sessions will be twice weekly for 60 minutes during summer programming. -Sessions are facilitated by Community School Enrichment Specialists who provide programming. -Programming takes place in a facilitated group setting but there is an emphasis on relationship building within each 1:1 match. Screening: 1. Volunteers must agree to a background check 2. Volunteers must complete the Badges for Baseball training
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Baltimore City
Big Brothers Big Sisters is dedicated to creating safe, enduring mentoring relationships that change the lives of children for the better, forever. And we need YOUR help: Over 1,000 children in Maryland are waiting for their Big. Let’s get started! Community-based and Site-based Plus BIGS commit to meet with their Little for at least one calendar year, 2-3 times a month. Community-based Bigs share meaningful activities with their Little in the community. Site-based Plus Bigs will interact with their Little during scheduled site program sessions in addition to meeting for activities in a community setting. Site-based programming is typically held at a designated site such as a school or Y Family Center. -Site-based program sessions will be 1-2 times per month for 45 to 60 minutes. -Sessions are facilitated by BBBSY Site Program Specialists, who provide programming and match support. -Programming takes place in a group setting but there is an emphasis on relationship building within each 1:1 match. Screening: 1. Complete a face-to-face interview (Virtually or In-person) 2. Volunteers must agree to a background check 3. Three references must be provided (supervisor and spouse/partner or family member) 4. Volunteers must complete pre-match training *Additional volunteer policies will be shared during the interview.
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Baltimore City
In response to food insecurities that exist throughout all of our communities, the Y has partnered with the Maryland Food Bank to open a community-based food pantry in Central West Baltimore. We are recruiting volunteers to serve as part of a team to support customers, stock, sort and other tasks surrounding the food pantry's opening and ongoing operation. For an overview of how the pantry operates and what volunteers are tasked to do, please watch the video at vimeo.com/1010265617
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Baltimore City
Next Generation Mentoring (NextGen) provides evidence-based high school mentoring focused on college and career readiness. The program matches mentors from corporate partnerships and the general community with high school students. NextGen Mentoring is intended to keep students on track for graduation and success. Mentees engage monthly with mentors for 1-2 hours during in-person events at a nearby Community School or Y Family Center. A BBBSY Site Specialist is present. Screening: 1. Complete a face-to-face interview virtually 2. Volunteers must agree to a background check 3. Two references must be provided (supervisor and spouse/partner or family member) 4. Volunteers must complete pre-match training
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Howard County
The Y in Dancel is in need of a volunteer to help support the Pedaling for Parkinson's Program! Fridays 1-2pm
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Anne Arundel County
The Y in Arnold is looking for a volunteer to assist a Y associate to teach and introduce pickleball to youth in the center! Schedule is Wednesday evenings, 4 pm-5 pm.
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Baltimore County
Volunteer needed 1-2 times per week to sort our plastic recycling. Items that are not allowed to be recycled need to be discarded, and items that can be recycled need to be sorted into bags and weighed.
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Baltimore City
Volunteer Playground Monitor: The playground monitor will supervise children at play during operating hours by circulating throughout all designated areas, ensuring safe play. · Check all exterior trash cans (including the dugouts) and empty them if needed. (opening and closing) · Check the entire campus for trash and debris and dispose. · Inspect the playground for faulty or broken equipment, vandalism, and graffiti. · Inspect, review, and monitor campus to deter and prevent inappropriate behaviors and eliminate potential safety hazards. Stay in reasonable proximity to all areas of the playground · Enforce playground rules. · Engage playground visitors. · Report any immediate safety concerns to the LOD or a leadership team member. · During open field times periodically check it to ensure safe play. · Report all maintenance to the LOD. · Other duties as assigned. During inclement weather days please report to work at your scheduled time. Check the campus for trash and debris and dispose of it. Check-in with the LOD for
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Baltimore City
Volunteering at a Y is a great way to engage with your Y community! We are currently looking for volunteers to help assist Y associates with our youth programming (sports, Parents Night Out, arts & crafts, etc.)
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Baltimore County
Rock Steady gives people with Parkinson’s disease hope by improving their quality of life through a non-contact boxing based fitness curriculum. Volunteers would assist Coaches with participants, including but not limited to, glove assistance, fall prevention and fitness support. Volunteers are needed on Tuesday and Thursdays from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
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Carroll County
Volunteers will assist Y Associates in our stay-and-play area! *All volunteers are required to complete assigned training before starting*
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Carroll County
In response to food insecurities that exist throughout all of our communities, the Y has partnered with the Maryland Food Bank and Westminster Rescue Mission to open a community-based food pantry in Carroll County. We are recruiting volunteers to serve as part of a team to support neighbors, stock, sort and other tasks surrounding the food pantry's opening and ongoing operation. For an overview of how the pantry operates and what volunteers are tasked to do, please watch the video at vimeo.com/1010265617
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Baltimore County
In response to food insecurities that exist throughout all of our communities, the Y has partnered with the Maryland Food Bank to open a community-based food pantry in Baltimore County. We are recruiting volunteers to serve as part of a team to support neighbors, stock, sort and other tasks surrounding the food pantry's opening and ongoing operation. For an overview of how the pantry operates and what volunteers are tasked to do, please watch the video at vimeo.com/1010265617
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Anne Arundel County
The Y in Arnold is in need of a volunteer golf coach to support our newest youth sport at our family center! Volunteers needed for Thursday evenings, 4:45 pm-7:30 pm
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Baltimore City
Volunteers are needed to support a new tutoring program at The Y in Druid Hill. The tutoring program is intended to serve young people in the community by providing academic support. We will provide structured group and individual teaching and tutoring to support students' learning and growth. Starting Monday, Sept. 9th from 5pm-7pm
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Anne Arundel County
In response to food insecurities that exist throughout all of our communities, the Y has partnered with the Maryland Food Bank to open a community-based food pantry in Anne Arundel County. We are recruiting volunteers to serve as part of a team to support customers, stock, sort and other tasks surrounding the food pantry's opening and ongoing operation. For an overview of how the pantry operates and what volunteers are tasked to do, please watch the video at vimeo.com/1010265617
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Baltimore County
Delegation Advisors provide leadership to local delegations. These adults organize activities, teach participants the program components, accompany delegates to the State Conference, provide adult supervision, and meet the requirement that each delegation maintains a 1:10 adult-to-student ratio. At the State Conference, these adults are asked to assist in program areas, nightly duty at the hotel, and any other duties as assigned. The lead advisor serves as the primary point of contact between the delegation and the State Office. The lead advisor serves a critical role in the delegation, helping to facilitate a positive learning experience for the youth. They help provide guidance and resources to the youth so they can carry out their roles within the delegation. Advisors must be 21 years or older and submit to a background check through the Y. The advisor should be a mature, dependable, and responsible individual. Relate well to and enjoy working with youth in grades 9-12. Having a basic understanding of government processes is helpful, but not required. Since the active participants are the students, the primary responsibility of the advisor is to explain the requirements of the Program. The advisor will need to support weekly or biweekly delegation meetings that are student led with resources provided. Advisor encourages the youth to organize their delegation, select roles, draft bills, and meet the requirements of the program.
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Baltimore County
Youth & Government is a youth-led program, but it cannot function properly without the aid of adult volunteers. Program Mentors serve as adult volunteers who support the legislature, lobby, press, and courts program areas. Mentors can be teachers, parents, college students, former Youth & Government participants, Y associates, or any adult who is passionate about promoting teen leadership. Mentors must be 18 years or older and submit to a background check through the Y. The Mentor should be a mature, dependable, and responsible individual. Relate well to and enjoy working with youth in grades 9-12. Program Mentors should be ready to not run programs, but to support the student leaders of the programs. Mentors should connect with the program’s mission and goals. A Y&G Adult Program Mentor is required to have some form of experience, expertise, or knowledge in Maryland state government, legislation, politics, history, civics, law, journalism, lobbying, or courts that can be applied to one of our four program areas: Legislature, Lobby, Courts, and Press. A mentor attends our three conferences, based on their availability, and 1-2 virtual planning meetings prior to the conferences. At the conferences, they are responsible for assisting students in their projects and providing guidance to offer students real world knowledge on their program areas. They may also be asked to present Y&G content to students The Y&G Mission The Y Youth & Government mission is to develop teenagers into strong leaders and better citizens by being both knowledgeable and active in determining the future of our democracy. Program Goals & Benefits for Students Become more aware of societal issues and solutions Gain confidence in and dedication to the democratic process Increase participatory leadership skills Increase communication skills Gain exposure to potential career options Join youth leaders from around the state to debate issues that are important to you Listen to fellow participants who have different life experiences Research public issues and become aware of local, state, national and international concerns Accept your civic responsibilities and your leadership role Let your voice be heard and get involved in the decision-making process Contact Details For questions regarding the program or volunteer requirements please contact us 443 420 8522 mdyandg@ymaryland.org mdyandg.org 303 W. Chesapeake Ave. Towson, Maryland 21204 United States
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