Do you want to help make a difference in the lives of others?  Do you enjoy teaching kids new skills?  Then volunteer at the Y!

When you are a volunteer at the YMCA, you are part of a not-for-profit organization that builds strong kids, strong families and strong communities.  YMCA volunteers are surrounded by people who value caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.  Volunteers make a difference in the community - and they have a great experience as well!

To volunteer at the Y, please call 641-782-9622 or e-mail us at jsteffen@southernprairieymca.com.  By filling out the application located below and dropping it off at the YMCA we will work with you on getting the best experience from volunteering for the Southern Prairie YMCA.

Ways to Volunteer

Program Volunteers: Provide leadership and support to many high quality programs and services enjoyed by the community such as coaching Youth Sports, helping out in our kid care, afterschool programs, and preschool enrichment classes.

Philanthropy Volunteers: Help to raise the funds to ensure that YMCA programs are open to everyone regardless of economic circumstances.

Special Events Volunteers: Help to plan, promote and run events that strengthen the community.

Advisory Volunteers: Provide leadership in advising us on important issues and overall direction.

Policy Volunteers: Provide leadership to the YMCA.  Includes membership on Board of Directors or one of the associated committees.

Please note that the YMCA reserves the right to run criminal background checks on any volunteer.