Overview

Providing volunteer opportunities is such an important part of how the Club engages with the community. It is also a great way for the community to learn who we are and what we do! Volunteering at Boys & Girls Club, you can make a difference for young people in Kalamazoo. We hope you’ll consider spending your time with us!

If you are interested in volunteering, checkout the options below and how to start the process.

 

Volunteer Positions

  • Club Site Aides are volunteers that work directly with our members. Volunteer responsibilities can range from helping with fun activities to assisting with dinner or helping out with specific programs and projects.

    We will do our best to match you with a position that fits your interests, ability, and accommodates your schedule.

    Open Positions: 8

  • Please contact our Program Manager, Kelsey, at kelseyp@bgckalamazoo.org for inquiries about partner opportunities.

    We love having external partners in to do programming with our members! External programs are run by community partners and work with our Program Manager. We have previously partnered with: Kalamazoo Public Library, Kalamazoo Nature Center, Prevention Works, Young Dancers Initiative, The Civic Theatre, and more!

  • If you are looking for a one-day service project, please email us as these opportunities change regularly.

  • If you are interested in an intern opportunity, please contact Matt Forkin at mattf@bgckalamazoo.org. Opportunities for internships in Social Work, Family Science, Youth Development, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Event Planning, Non-Profit Leadership, and similar programs may be available.

  • We have a variety of Special Events throughout the year, and always welcome volunteers to join us! Check our Facebook page for upcoming events!

 

Policies*

  • Volunteers must attend an orientation before being scheduled to work at a Club site.

  • Volunteers must pass a criminal background check before being scheduled.

  • We ask all of our volunteers to commit to a minimum of 4 hours of volunteer work over 4 weeks.

  • Volunteers are all held to the same Code of Conduct and Child Safety Policy as our employees.

    *Policies are for volunteers working at Club sites and directly with our members. One-time volunteers for events or projects may be held to different policies.

For Student Groups

BGC is a great place to help fulfill extracurricular volunteer requirements for student groups. Groups can sign up together and either all be placed together or split up to accommodate schedule needs. BGC can track volunteer hours and sign off on volunteer work to be submitted for any service hour requirements.

We have worked with Lee Honors College, Medallion Scholars, Greek Life, Athletic Teams, Honor Societies, United Campus Ministries, and other RSOs through Western and K College.

Please contact email us to inquire about our capacity for groups, information sessions, and group orientation.