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Interested in Getting Involved?
There are many different ways to get involved with YoungLives of the Capital Region. Roles that do not require a background check are as follows:
- Donations- Work together with a team to coordinate incoming and outgoing ministry donations. Responsibilities include matching donated items with girls who need them, bringing donated items to club each month, organizing and sorting donations. Or assisting with fundraising and monetary donations.
- Special Events- Help plan and host several special events throughout the year such as the Christmas Parties, Prom, Graduation Parties, Mommy & Me Days and more!
All roles noted with an asterisk * below will require you to complete and pass a background check, driver questionnaire, and faith and conduct agreement because you will be in direct contact with a teen and/or a child.
*Mentor
Walk with a teen mom doing things together such as going to the park, attending church together, having dinner at your house, sharing your story or helping them register for college classes. Your mentor relationship depends on you and your mentee’s needs and can often look different from person to person.
Commitment: Meet regularly with your mentee, attend Club.
*Childcare
Love holding babies or playing with toddlers? This is the perfect place for you to serve. We offer childcare at our YLVS clubs, special occasions and camp.
Commitment: Be on a team of volunteers who help watch babies and toddlers while their moms enjoy a craft, music, and speaker during club.
*Club
Help to plan and coordinate club gatherings. Assisting with music, skits and games, crafts, childcare and coordinating decorations and more!
Commitment: Club gatherings for one school year (September – June); time commitment each month varies based on role. (Club schedule will vary in each area.)
