Volunteer Project Catalog
Greater Somerset County YMCA
A Greater Somerset County YMCA Board of Director member is a fiduciary for the organization. A fiduciary is an individual, corporation or association having duty to act for another’s benefit in a specific area of responsibility. As such, each board member is responsible for using his or her best judgment in conducting the affairs of the Y. This includes attending meetings, being well-informed of policy matters, and assuring that the Y is fiscally well managed. Should the Y face fiscal or other managerial challenges, the board is legally responsible.
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Greater Somerset County YMCA
The Branch Board is the body to which the Board of Directors has delegated a measure of responsibility and authority to develop and advise the organization in a defined service area or for a specific constituency. Each Branch Board is charged to carry on its work in a manner consistent with the general purposes and objectives of the organization and the policies and operating procedures established by the Board of Directors. This is merely an opportunity to explore your interest in a Branch Board member position within Greater Somerset County YMCA. You will be contacted by the appropriate staff person to discuss branch board opportunities.
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Princeton YMCA
The ACE Program is a mentoring initiative designed for 6th-11th graders in the Princeton and surrounding areas. Our mission is to create a safe and supportive environment where students can learn, grow, and express themselves in a variety of ways. As a volunteer mentor, you help guide our students through after-school programming, Monday to Thursday each week. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young students, we would love to have you join our team! Key Responsibilities: - Mentor 6th-11th grade students in a supportive environment - Assist with after-school programming and activities - Help students connect with community partners for unique learning experiences Time Commitment: Mondays to Thursdays, from 4:30 pm to 6 pm
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Somerset Hills YMCA
In partnership with St. Bernard’s Church in Bernardsville, the Somerset Hills YMCA coordinates volunteer support for 1st-8th grade students across various subject areas. Tutoring and homework help are provided in either a one-on-one or small group setting. For the best experience and continuity for the students, we encourage volunteers to arrive just before 3:00 PM and to commit to several consecutive weeks. Thank you for helping us make a difference!
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Somerset Hills YMCA
The Cultural Engagement Committee is responsible for assisting the Branch Board in advancing diversity and inclusion to ensure all segments of the community have access to and feel welcome at the Y. The committee develops programs and initiatives that drive awareness of and celebrates the diverse fabric of the community served by the Y. Some initiatives have included: organizing the annual MLK Day of Service project, planning activities of engagement with Hispanic Heritage Month, planning and participating in Courageous Conversations that creates a safe space for community to hold discussions, honoring and celebrating Diwali, Holi, Chinese New Year and more. An engaged volunteer will be available for a monthly committee meeting, planning and attending events, helping to convene community and championing the Y.
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Hillsborough YMCA
The Hillsborough YMCA Hop 5K Run/Walk brings families and the community together in a fun race that encourages everyone to strive for and reach a personal fitness goal. This event has continued to grow over the past 25 years and has become a fun, spring fitness tradition in the Hillsborough community.
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Plainfield YMCA
Assist K-5 students with homework at our afterschool sites. Homework assistance with reading instructions, helping to read books, and math.
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Somerset Hills YMCA
Memory Cafe is a volunteer led program for anyone with early onset Dementia or Alzheimer to connect with others who are going through similar experiences. The volunteers will help with set up and break down of the event, help with crafts, gaming, special guest, converse and connect with the participants and their caregiver. The program meets the last Wednesday of every month. After you sign up, Lisa Pensabene, lpensabene@gsymca.org, will contact you regarding the next steps, and what is required from you at the Memory Cafe you signed up for.
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Somerset Hills YMCA
Volunteers to play ping pong against a person with Parkinson's. The volunteer will be responsible for greeting participants, taking attendance and will be assisting with set up and break down of the ping pong tables and equipment.
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Somerset Hills YMCA
Saturdays in Motion (SIM) is the longest running recreational program for children with autism in the United States. Autistic children and their families join together at Somerset Hills YMCA on Saturdays for two hours of recreation (from 3 – 5 p.m.). Volunteers lead the program, and carefully guide the children through an hour of gym time and a second hour in the pool. Siblings are welcome. This program is free to the community and runs from the fall to the spring. Seeking teenage volunteers to be paired one-on-one to play with the kids while parents enjoy caregiving respite.
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Somerville/Bridgewater YMCA
As a Little Free Pantry Community Champion you will work with your neighborhood, community, family and friends to collect non-perishable food donations. Once you collect these donations you can drop them off at the Somerville YMCA on a regular basis, weekly, monthly or whatever works best for you. These donations will be used to stock our Little Free Pantry at the Somerville and Bridgewater YMCAs for our local community to access 24/7 when in need for food.
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Princeton YMCA
The Student Advisory Board is the voice of youth/teens who are members of the Princeton YMCA. The Student Advisory Board participates in outreach events within our communities, serve as ambassadors for Princeton YMCA, regularly meet as a subcommittee of the Princeton YMCA Branch Board, and attend the Branch Board meetings. Student Advocates help the YMCA to achieve its goals by becoming a voice for the Y in their community. Student Advisory Board members are invited to join us as high school students and can serve through the end of their senior year.
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Somerset Hills YMCA
A person able to assist the instructor in the Total Parkinson's class. The Volunteer would need to be able to set up circuits, retrieve equipment, assist members where needed. They will take attendance and engage with participants. This class meets every Wednesday at 11:15a-12:00pm in Studio 1.
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