A few hours of your time can make a lasting impact on Elkhart County kids and teens.
Make a Difference
Who was your hero?
You can be that person for young people in our area! Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County loves working with community partners to provide Great Futures for children through volunteer opportunities.
We're always recruiting positive, skilled, committed volunteers. Our needs are ongoing and we have one-time and consistent volunteer opportunities in our Club settings.
You can invest time in young people that reaps rewards for years to come.
"Alone, we can do so little; together we can do so much."
- Helen Keller
Volunteer Opportunities
Weekdays between 2:30 PM and 8 PM
We have many volunteer opportunities within our Clubs that we can customize to your schedule. Clubs are typically open between 2:30 pm and 8 pm. Opportunities include engaging with Club youth through one-on-one tutoring, homework help, art projects and recreational activities.
Goshen Club Volunteer Needs:
Basketball Coaches for 3-4 and 5-6 grades – Wednesday & Friday 4:30-6:30p (Jan-March)
Teen E-Sports Leagues – Need adults to help run/coordinate one or two nights a week (Tournament in March)
Card Clubs – (sports cards or Pokemon)
Tutoring for Teens or Elementary for subject specific or reading
Art Assistance / Small Groups for art
Co-Ed Volleyball Coach 13-18 year olds (March-May)
Teen Cooking/Food Program
3D Printing & Design – have two printers at Goshen Club from seemeCNC
Woodshop help for one-on-one instruction
Disc Golf Team/League – have portable baskets coming along with 9 baskets at Cabin
Nappanee Club Volunteer Needs:
Play board games with small groups of kids
Help with activities like puppet shows and sing-alongs
Provide homework help
Special Events (Individuals or Groups)
We customize one-time event opportunities to give our corporate and community partners a glimpse of what our organization is about. These opportunities include annual special events hosted by our fundraising staff and customized Club projects that fit a company’s desired volunteer request.
Customized opportunities typically last 3-5 hours and are created within the operational hours of our Club sites. Projects range from Club beautification (planting flowers, painting murals) to literacy activities with Club youth. If you are interested in volunteering for a special event or creating a one-time opportunity for your staff, please complete the Group Volunteer Inquiry Form and a member of our team will get back to you.
Youth Volunteers
Youth who are under the age of 18 OR are still in high school do not need to complete a volunteer application. They must go to their local Club and complete a Club membership application. Club sites have volunteer opportunities for youth to participate in during afterschool programming and summer camp. Youth volunteers will benefit from Club programming, sports and recreation activities, youth jobs and scholarship opportunities. For more information, contact your local Club.
Application Process
To ensure the safety of our members, all volunteers must complete the necessary volunteer requirements and must pass a criminal background check before having any contact with children. There are countless ways to get involved -- like providing academic support, art instruction, general mentorship, coaching sports, and more. Follow the steps below to start making a difference for Elkhart County youth!
Complete the Volunteer Application Form.
Participate in a volunteer interview via phone.
Complete a Background Screening and Volunteer Service Agreement Form.
Schedule a tour with the Club Director of your preferred volunteer site.
