YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids

6 Central West Region
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YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids

Children and Youth Services: Sports Programs, Youth Volunteerism Education, Health and Safety, Social Justice, Equity
475 Lake Michigan Dr Nw, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Phone (616) 855 - 9622
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Our mission

Guided by our Christian principles, we strengthen the spirit, mind and body of all individuals.
Opportunities

Wellness Volunteers

Help ensure that Y wellness areas are welcoming and inviting. You’ll assist members with questions, maintain an organized and clean center, and create a friendly and engaging space for all.
  • Weekly, Monthly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor
  • Formal
  • Weekdays, Weekends

Community Board Member

Community Board Members improve Y locations by helping with program innovation, fundraising, events, and community involvement. Visit or contact your Y location to get involved.
  • Weekly, Monthly
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor
  • Skilled
  • Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends

Youth Sports Volunteers

Coach a team or be a program assistant with any Y youth sports programs. No previous experience required. Hours are based on program times. Must be age 14 or older.
  • Weekly
  • Teens, 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Indoor, Outdoor
  • Formal
  • Weekdays, Weekends

Special Event Volunteers

We’re seeking volunteers to engage in a variety of community programs and outreach initiatives throughout the year.
  • Occasional
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals, Groups (2-10)
  • Event support, Indoor, Outdoor
  • None, On-site
  • Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends

Annual Campaign

Each year, the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids’ Annual Campaign reach out to families both with the Y and the community to raise support for our programs. Staff, leadership, members, small businesses, and large corporations all ensure that the impactful program work of the YMCA addresses significant needs in our communities. Ages 18+.
  • Occasional
  • 55+, Adults
  • Individuals
  • Virtual, Indoor
  • On-site, Formal
  • Weekdays, Weekends
How you help

Every hour you spend as a Y volunteer provides the caring attention a child or teen needs to grow up healthy and resilient, and supports families so they can be successful.
About us

The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids ensures a stronger, healthier community for all with a commitment to nurturing the potential of our youth, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is one of West Michigan’s leading non-profits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. At the Y strengthening community is our cause. We believe that positive, lasting, personal, and social change can only come about when we all work together to invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors. We are a unique environment where kids learn and grow. We are a neighborhood resource allowing those that need us most access to a healthy and rewarding life. We have a long history of changing lives.