Volunteer Project Catalog
Downtown
Join us for our annual Treasure Valley Triathlon! We need volunteers to help make this day as memorable as possible. Volunteer Positions available: Packet Pick Up Volunteers – Friday June 5th *Location: Idaho River Sports Be the first to wish the runners good luck. Hand out race packets, swag and answer questions about the event. All instructions and computers will be provided, and staff members will be on site to help guide & answer questions. Volunteer Responsibilities: • Help with participant check-in and late registrations • Hand out t-shirts & swag • Assign bib numbers to participants • Learn the courses and answer questions about the maps and instructions --------------------------------------------------- Race Day Volunteers – Saturday June 6th *Location: Idaho River Sports We are looking for volunteers for all areas of the event from the starting line to the finish line, and everything in between. Groups are welcome, some positions are limited!. Volunteer Responsibilities: • Race Day Participant Check-In and Packet Pick Up • Set up and/or tear down race equipment & supplies • Course monitoring (helping direct runners where to turn along the course) • Starting Line and/or Finish Line Support: - Helping participants get to their respective race groups - Handing out water bottles, medals, etc at the finish
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Downtown
Join us at the 49th annual Famous Idaho Potato Marathon and Fun Runs! We need volunteers to help make this annual event as memorable as possible. Volunteer Positions available: Packet Pick Up Volunteers – Friday May 16 Shifts available between 2-7pm *Location: The Morrison Center Be the first to wish the runners good luck. Hand out race packets, swag and answer questions about the event. All instructions and computers will be provided, and staff members will be on site to help guide & answer questions. Volunteer Responsibilities: • Help with participant check-in and late registrations • Hand out t-shirts & swag • Assign bib numbers to participants • Learn the courses and answer questions about the maps and instructions --------------------------------------------------- Race Day Volunteers – Saturday May 16 Shifts available between 6am and 4pm *Location: The Morrison Center We are looking for volunteers for all areas of the event from the starting line to the finish line, and everything in between. Groups are welcome, some positions are limited!. Volunteer Responsibilities: • Race Day Participant Check-In and Packet Pick Up • Managing Gear Check tent • Set up and/or tear down race equipment & supplies • Course monitoring (helping direct runners where to turn along the course) • Starting Line and/or Finish Line Support • Handing out water bottles, medals, etc at the finish
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Caldwell
Through the YMCA’s four Treasure Valley facilities and hundreds of programs, youth, adults, and families have access to endless opportunities to achieve healthy living. The Y is devoted to providing the support and safety one may need on his/her journey to a healthier, happier life.
How you can help:
Downtown
Through the YMCA’s four Treasure Valley facilities and hundreds of programs, youth, adults, and families have access to endless opportunities to achieve healthy living. The Y is devoted to providing the support and safety one may need on his/her journey to a healthier, happier life.
How you can help:
South Meridian
Through the YMCA’s four Treasure Valley facilities and hundreds of programs, youth, adults, and families have access to endless opportunities to achieve healthy living. The Y is devoted to providing the support and safety one may need on his/her journey to a healthier, happier life.
How you can help:
West
Through the YMCA’s four Treasure Valley facilities and hundreds of programs, youth, adults, and families have access to endless opportunities to achieve healthy living. The Y is devoted to providing the support and safety one may need on his/her journey to a healthier, happier life.
How you can help:
Caldwell
The Membership Department helps advance the Y’s cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. Volunteer Opportunities: Connect with various types of community members from many walks of life through a wide range of volunteer opportunities (please see below). Volunteer Role Titles: Welcome Center Volunteer Greeter: The Welcome Center Volunteer will assist our YMCA Membership Staff in making our YMCA the most welcoming place! We are looking for volunteers to join our welcome desk in wishing everyone that walks through our doors a warm welcome and a fond farewell! This position is perfect if you have a joyful personality and enjoy helping others. Volunteer hours are flexible and available Monday-Friday.
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South Meridian
The Welcome Center Volunteer Greeter will assist our YMCA Membership Staff in making our YMCA the most welcoming place! We are looking for volunteers to join our welcome desk in wishing everyone that walks through our doors a warm welcome and a fond farewell! This position is perfect if you have a joyful personality and enjoy helping others. Volunteer hours are flexible and available Monday-Friday. Responsibilities: •Provide general direction to where classes and programs are being held. •Greet members and answer general questions
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West
The Welcome Center Volunteer Greeter will assist our YMCA Membership Staff in making our YMCA the most welcoming place! We are looking for volunteers to join our welcome desk in wishing everyone that walks through our doors a warm welcome and a fond farewell! This position is perfect if you have a joyful personality and enjoy helping others. Volunteer hours are flexible and available Monday-Friday. Responsibilities: •Provide general direction to where classes and programs are being held. •Greet members and answer general questions Your journey as a YMCA Volunteer starts with a phone screen by the Volunteer Coordinator. This is a general conversation to find out why you want to be a Volunteer and what areas of interest you have. This is also to ensure that we find the right volunteer opportunity to match what you are seeking! After this, you will have the following requirements to complete. This includes a standard background check and 3 references. Additionally, Child Abuse Prevention Training for Volunteers is required - which you can do from your Volunteer Registration. When all is done, you will be ready to be an official YMCA Volunteer!
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Downtown
Join us for our annual St. Patrick's Day Fun Runs! We need volunteers to help make this day as memorable as possible. Volunteer Positions available: Packet Pick Up Volunteers – Friday March 13, 2-7pm *Location: Downtown Boise Be the first to wish the runners good luck. Hand out race packets, swag and answer questions about the event. All instructions and computers will be provided, and staff members will be on site to help guide & answer questions. Volunteer Responsibilities: • Help with participant check-in and late registrations • Hand out t-shirts & swag • Assign bib numbers to participants • Learn the courses and answer questions about the maps and instructions --------------------------------------------------- Race Day Volunteers – Saturday March 14th, shifts between 7am-2pm *Location: Julia Davis Park We are looking for volunteers for all areas of the event from the starting line to the finish line, and everything in between. Groups are welcome, some positions are limited!. Volunteer Responsibilities: • Race Day Participant Check-In and Packet Pick Up / Results • Set up and/or tear down race equipment & supplies • Course monitoring (helping direct runners where to turn along the course) • Starting Line and/or Finish Line Support - Helping participants get to their respective race groups - Giving directions to participants and parents - Handing out water bottles, medals, etc at the finish
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Downtown
New for 2026! Join us at the YMCA 1st Annual Easter Race. We need volunteers to help make this brand new event as memorable as possible. Volunteer Positions available: Packet Pick Up Volunteers – Friday April 3 *Location: Bandanna Running & Walking Be the first to wish the runners good luck. Hand out race packets, swag and answer questions about the event. Come for a two hour shift or stay the whole time! All instructions and computers will be provided, and staff members will be on site to help guide & answer questions. Volunteer Responsibilities: • Help with participant check-in and late registrations • Hand out t-shirts & swag • Assign bib numbers to participants • Learn the courses and answer questions about the maps and instructions --------------------------------------------------- Race Day Volunteers – Saturday April 4 *Location: Ann Morrison Park (Americana side) We are looking for volunteers for all areas of the event from the starting line to the finish line, and everything in between. Groups are welcome, some positions are limited!. Volunteer Responsibilities: • Race Day Participant Check-In and Packet Pick Up / Results • Set up and/or tear down race equipment & supplies • Course monitoring (helping direct runners where to turn along the course) • Starting Line and/or Finish Line Support - Helping participants get to their respective race groups - Giving directions to participants and parents - Handing out water bottles, medals, etc at the finish
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Downtown
The YAC Engagement Assistant position is intended to improve youth experience in the YAC by offering more technology and facilitation support as well as another person ready to have fun with kids. The primary role of volunteers in this position are to play games with the kids, teach them how to use our technology resources, and facilitate or support staff with activities that interest the volunteer
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West
The YAC Engagement Assistant position is intended to improve youth experience in the YAC by offering more technology and facilitation support as well as another person ready to have fun with kids. The primary role of volunteers in this position are to play games with the kids, teach them how to use our technology resources, and facilitate or support staff with activities that interest the volunteer
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