Coaching is a unique opportunity to instill positive values and help kids develop healthy habits that extend far beyond the playing field. Our coaches provide a welcoming atmosphere, teach fundamentals of the game and promote the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork.

As a Community Volunteer, you will assist in various programs that support individuals with disabilities, including mentoring, clerical assistance, and event support. Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Short-term volunteers provide service for a set period of time, often to complete a specific assignment. They may volunteer for various reasons, including earning school credit or completing a service project.

Public volunteers assist with a variety of opportunities, including large annual public volunteer days and service events. They can provide service for a long period of time without needing to commit to a regular assignment.

Youth volunteers aged 14-17 can assist with various programs, including after-school activities and gardening projects. They are required to complete a volunteer onboarding process.

Long-term volunteers provide service to MetroParks at regular intervals, often volunteering for a year or longer. They serve as reliable resources and help extend the agency's capabilities to provide programs and services to the community.

Families can volunteer together at select opportunities, with children under 14 needing to be accompanied by a parent or guardian during their assignments.

Assist in the maintenance and beautification of Ridgecrest Park. Volunteers are essential to the upkeep and improvement of the park, ensuring it remains a welcoming space for the community.

Join us in our mission to combat hunger by volunteering with our mobile food pantry. Volunteers will assist with food distribution, help organize food items, and engage with community members to ensure they receive the support they need.

Join us in the Food Pantry to assist with intake and operations from Monday to Thursday, 9 AM to 2:30 PM, or help with reset and restocking from 2 PM to 5 PM. No experience is needed, just a willingness to help our community.

If you have medical experience, consider volunteering in our Medical Clinic on Mondays from 8 AM to 12 PM or Thursdays from 12:30 PM to 5 PM. Your skills will help us provide essential health services to those in need.

Assist in transporting cats to and from rescue partners or veterinary appointments. Volunteers should be comfortable handling cats and have a reliable mode of transportation.

Application for high school volunteers performing cleaning or front desk tasks.

Volunteer coaches are needed to support and guide individuals with special needs in learning basketball skills and participating in team activities. Coaches will help foster a positive and inclusive environment for all participants.

Assist in developing and executing marketing strategies to promote the organization's mission and initiatives. Volunteers will work on advertising campaigns and social media outreach.

Assist in managing and coordinating various projects and initiatives within the organization. Volunteers will ensure projects are completed on time and within scope.

Assist in researching and writing grant proposals to secure funding for the organization's projects. Volunteers will work closely with the fundraising team.

Help establish and maintain partnerships with other organizations and sponsors. Volunteers will engage in networking and relationship-building activities.

Support the development of neighborhood leadership and community capacity-building programs. Volunteers will help organize training sessions and workshops.

Individuals or groups are invited to sort clothes for Hope’s Closet, an in-house thrift store where everything is free for the women and families served by YWCA Dayton. This is a popular volunteer opportunity that helps provide essential clothing to those in need.