Volunteer

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Great Futures Start Here.

At Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington, volunteers help youth build confidence, belonging, and brighter futures through mentorship, enrichment, and community support.

Your Impact as a Volunteer

When you volunteer with Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington, you help youth build essential life skills through our core program areas:

  • Health & Wellbeing
  • Character & Leadership
  • Academic Success
  • Life & Workforce Readiness

You help youth build skills, confidence, and strong futures.

Volunteer Opportunities in Southwest Washington

Community Food Runner

Clubhouse Support Volunteer

Club Dinner Volunteer

Outdoor Snack & Play Volunteer

Youth Program Volunteer

Meal Prep Volunteer (Summer Only)

Reading Mentor (School-Year Only)

Guest Speaker (School-Year Only)

Volunteer Requirements

To ensure a safe and supportive environment for all youth, volunteers must meet the following requirements:

  • Be at least 18 years old to volunteer in Elementary Clubs
  • Be at least 21 years old to volunteer in Teen Clubs
  • Complete a background check and reference check

Volunteer Types

One-Time Volunteer

Volunteer With Youth (Ongoing)

Volunteer Without Youth (Ongoing)

Volunteer Onboarding Process

We offer a clear, safety-focused onboarding process designed to set every volunteer up for success.

1. Apply Online - Submit your volunteer application to get started!

2. Background Check - Receive an email from First Advantage with instructions to complete your screening.

3. Reference Checks - We contact your listed references as part of the onboarding process.

4. Volunteer Training - Complete required online training covering child abuse prevention, mandated reporting, and grooming prevention.

5. Volunteer Orientation - Learn about our programs, expectations, and your impact in the Clubs.

6. Placement - Get matched with a site to schedule a tour of the Club and meet the staff.

Make a Difference in Southwest Washington

Your time helps create safe, positive spaces where Great Futures Start Here.

Volunteers are essential to supporting youth across Clark County as they learn, grow, and thrive.

Contact Us

Have questions about volunteering or getting started? We are here to help.

Katrina Boik
📞 360-217-0064
📧 volunteer@mybgc.org

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