Volunteer Project Catalog
YMCA of Greater Birmingham
Volunteer with the YMCA’s FREE Summer Lunch Program! This is a great opportunity for families, churches, workplaces, friends, teens, and anybody wishing to make a meaningful impact in their community! Volunteer for as little as a couple of hours for one day, choose several days, or volunteer all summer! The YMCA of Greater Birmingham has zero tolerance for abuse and will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of consumers in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee or volunteer will result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment or volunteer service and cooperation with law enforcement. To ensure the safety of all children in our programs, all volunteers working with youth and teens must complete the following: 1. Complete Application 2. References 3. Background Check (completed every 2 years) 4. Child Abuse Prevention Training (annually) 5. Signed Code of Conduct and Abuse Prevention Policies and Procedures 6. Transportation Waiver - for those that ride the bus from the Y to lunch location
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YMCA of Greater Birmingham
We’re excited to share details about a special program we’ll be offering this summer in partnership with the Food Bank of Central Alabama. Please review the information below so you’re prepared to answer any questions from community members who call or stop by. Program Overview We are serving as a distribution site for a summer food assistance program designed to support families in need. This is a free service and operates on the honor system—no registration or verification required. What’s Provided Each family will receive a box that may include: Fresh produce Proteins (including frozen items) Snack packs Pantry staples (supplemented by member donations) Distribution Details Format: Drive-thru food pickup Location: Side and back of the building (under the large white tent) Pickup Time for Families: 2:00–3:00 PM Summer Dates June 1 & June 22 July 6 & July 27 August 3 & August 24
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Volunteer opportunities to assist with YMCA special events held at various times of the year. All volunteers must complete an applications and agree to our policies and procedures.
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YMCA of Greater Birmingham
Are you interested in becoming a volunteer with the YMCA’s FREE Summer Lunch Program! This is a great opportunity for families, churches, workplaces, friends, teens, and anybody wishing to make a meaningful impact in their community! Volunteer for any days Monday-Friday, June 1 - August 7, 2026. Once you have completed the required information, staff will reach out to get you signed up for available volunteer shifts! Two types of Volunteers are needed: 1. Onsite at Hoover YMCA: making sandwiches, packing lunches, and loading the transportation vehicles. 2. Offsite at the Program Location: unloading transportation vehicles, setting up food serving areas, distributing lunches, and engaging with the community through planned activities The YMCA of Greater Birmingham has zero tolerance for abuse and will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of consumers in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee or volunteer will result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment or volunteer service and cooperation with law enforcement. To ensure the safety of all children in our programs, all volunteers working with youth and teens must complete the following: 1. Complete Application 2. References 3. Background Check (completed every 2 years) 4. Child Abuse Prevention Training (annually) 5. Signed Code of Conduct and Abuse Prevention Policies and Procedures 6. Transportation Waiver - for those that ride the bus from the Y to lunch location
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YMCA of Greater Birmingham
Volunteer with the YMCA’s FREE Summer Lunch Program! This is a great opportunity for families, churches, workplaces, friends, teens, and anybody wishing to make a meaningful impact in their community! Volunteer for as little as a couple of hours for one day, choose several days, or volunteer all summer! The YMCA of Greater Birmingham has zero tolerance for abuse and will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of consumers in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee or volunteer will result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment or volunteer service and cooperation with law enforcement. To ensure the safety of all children in our programs, all volunteers working with youth and teens must complete the following: 1. Complete Application 2. References 3. Background Check (completed every 2 years) 4. Child Abuse Prevention Training (annually) 5. Signed Code of Conduct and Abuse Prevention Policies and Procedures 6. Transportation Waiver - for those that ride the bus from the Y to lunch location
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YMCA of Greater Birmingham
Volunteers are an integral part of the YMCA Youth Sports Program. To be frank – we can’t do it without you! From coaching to team communication and coordination, we need people just like you to help us teach sportsmanship, teamwork, and game fundamentals. Do you not feel like an expert in your child’s favorite sport? No problem at all! We’ve done this for over 150 years and have many resources to share to help you feel more comfortable. This commitment is roughly two hours a week and includes a one-hour practice during the week in the evening and a one-hour game on Saturdays. The season will last for the season last 7-9 weeks. The YMCA of Greater Birmingham has zero tolerance for abuse and will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of consumers in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee or volunteer will result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment or volunteer service and cooperation with law enforcement. To ensure the safety of all children in our programs, all volunteer coaches must complete the following before being assigned to a team: 1. Complete Application 2. Interview** 3. Reference Checks 4. Background Check (completed every 2 years) 5. Child Abuse Prevention Training (annually) 6. Safe Sports Training (annually) 7. CDC Concussion Training (annually) 8. Signed Code of Conduct and Abuse Prevention Policies and Procedures Alabaster YMCA | Brittany Womble | bwomble@ymcabham.org Greystone YMCA | Melanie Norman | mnorman@ymcabham.org Hoover YMCA | Emily Truncellito | etruncellito@ymcabham.org Pelham YMCA | Brittany Womble | bwomble@ymcabham.org Shades Valley YMCA | Erica Jones | ejones@ymcabham.org Trussville YMCA | Fred Hatcher | fhatcher@ymcabham.org Youth Center | Brittany Womble | bwomble@ymcabham.org
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This is a unique chance to contribute to a supportive community and help individuals on their wellness journey. We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to assist our instructors with member needs, equipment setup, and member engagement. Your presence and support will play a vital role in creating an enriching and empowering experience for our participants. Hoover YMCA March 23 - June 12, 2026 June 22 - September 11, 2026 September 21 - December 11, 2026 *Days and times: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 1:30pm – 2:30pm Greystone YMCA January 5 – March 27, 2026 April 6 – June 26, 2026 July 6 – September 25, 2026 October 5 – December 25, 2026 *Days and times: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 12:30pm – 1:30pm Pelham YMCA January 6 – March 27, 2026 April 7 – June 26, 2026 July 7 – September 25, 2026 October 5 – December 25, 2026 *Days and times: Tuesday and Friday; 12:30pm – 1:30pm Mountain Brook YMCA January 6 – March 27, 2026 April 7 – June 26, 2026 July 7 – September 25, 2026 October 5 – December 25, 2026 *Days and Times: Tuesday and Thursday; 12:30pm-1:30pm If you’re available during these times and are eager to lend a helping hand, we’d love to have you on board. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to contribute and make a difference. Working with instructors, volunteers will: 1. Monitor participants for form, focus, fall risks 2. Help with transfer to/from wheelchairs 3. Give personalized modifications for cognitive/physical challenges All Volunteers must complete the following requirements: 1. Applications 2. Interview 3. Background Check 4. Read and acknowledge all required waivers and policies. 5. Complete online Parkinson's Training 6. CPR/1st Aid (optional at this time)
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We need volunteers on the 2nd Tuesday of each month to help with our Food Box Distribution. Volunteers are needed to assist with sorting food into boxes, loading boxes into cars, and folding boxes. Time: 8am-12pm 2026 Dates: February 10 March 10 April 14 May 12 June 9 July 14 August 11 September 8 October 13 November 10 December 8 Location: Cathedral of the Cross 1480 Center Point Parkway Birmingham, AL 35215
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YMCA of Greater Birmingham
Volunteer with the YMCA’s FREE Summer Lunch Program! This is a great opportunity for families, churches, workplaces, friends, teens, and anybody wishing to make a meaningful impact in their community! Volunteer for as little as a couple of hours for one day, choose several days, or volunteer all summer! The YMCA of Greater Birmingham has zero tolerance for abuse and will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of consumers in its programs. Any mistreatment or abuse by an employee or volunteer will result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment or volunteer service and cooperation with law enforcement. To ensure the safety of all children in our programs, all volunteers working with youth and teens must complete the following: 1. Complete Application 2. References 3. Background Check (completed every 2 years) 4. Child Abuse Prevention Training (annually) 5. Signed Code of Conduct and Abuse Prevention Policies and Procedures 6. Transportation Waiver - for those that ride the bus from the Y to lunch location
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