About Volunteering

With the Y, you're not just a member of a facility or a volunteer; you're part of a cause. With a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, improving health and well-being, and giving back and supporting our neighbors, you also have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.

Across the country, the Y helps people give back and assist their neighbors by offering them opportunities to volunteer, advocate and support programs that strengthen community.

As a YMCA volunteer, you can lead a program, serve as a role model for young people, help in the office or at a special event, raise much-needed funds, or be part of a group or committee working on a neighborhood project! No matter how you help, you'll make a big difference as you work with others to create a feeling of connectedness in your community. Do something good. Volunteer at the Y.

Opportunities include:

•    Strong Community Campaigner
•    Gym Monitor
•    Youth Sports Coach/official
•    Fitness Instructor
•    Aquatics Instructor
•    Teen Chaperone
•    Community Outreach
•    Day Camp
•    Child Watch
•    Tour Guide
•    Special Events and Projects
•    Board of Advisors
•    Board Committees
•    Clerical/office
•    Annual YMCA Bookfair


Visit the front desk at any YMCA for an application to get started or download the application here.

To discuss opportunities at the Mid-County Y in Brentwood, please contact Jenny Matteo @ 962.9450 x222  or jmatteo@ymcastlouis.org.