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"Our Volunteers are
fundamental to
our success."
How
Can You Help?
Part of our mission is to foster fun and creative programs for youth in
a safe environment. Each program requires two adults present at all
times. This is where we can use 'an extra pair of hands' in order that
we meet our safe policy requirements. We are
looking for Volunteers to either assist instructors or supervise during
the delivery of our programs.
Volunteer Program
Instructor
No youth should be discouraged to
participate in any of our programs due to program fees. One way we can
ensure this doesn't happen, is by looking to Instructors to volunteer their time
that helps reduce program fees.
Volunteer Instructors have the use of our facility free of charge.
Special Events
There will be times that our Centre will
host special events like dances, art shows, musical and theatrical
performances. etc. Like any large production, many hands are required to
ensure it's success, and this is where we are counting on Volunteers to
help the kids out.
Volunteer Apprenticeship
The provincial government has recognized the
importance, value and impact volunteerism has on our communities both
socially and economically. As a result, the compulsory Community Service
Program for secondary school-aged youth was implemented. However, we can
not presume all youth know how or where to volunteer their
time.
We are looking for members of service clubs,
non-profit organizations, churches, foundations or other groups who
provide our community with volunteer activities to model volunteer
skills for GYC youth members and to also provide them with
fun and creative volunteer opportunities. All hours that youth
contribute to your organization can be credited to both their
Community Service Program and for participating members of the
Duke of Edinburgh's Award
program.
Homework Help -
We are looking for a
team of volunteers to initiate and oversee this program. Could you offer
an hour of your time once a week at the Centre to assist kids complete
their daily homework assignments or perhaps a larger project? If you
think this might be of interest to you, please contact Holly at 687-8985 for more details.
Kitchen Helper -
We are looking for an individual who would be interested in
volunteering there time to help run the YOUTH
COOKING CLASS, Monday evenings from 3:30-6:30. If you are
interested, please contact Holly at 687-8985 for more details.
Fundraising Activities
As a non-profit organization, we need to
look for continuous financial support for the Centre and its activities.
Youth will be actively involved in fundraising projects that will
require adult supervision, support and participation. We are also eager
to hear about your own fundraising ideas!
Screening
All adults working with
youth must provide the Centre with a copy of their OPP check prior to
participation.
The Gravenhurst
Youth Centre's OPP Check policy is valid for 3 years. This check
is free of charge for Volunteers.
Where Do I Sign Up?
If you are interested in helping in any of
the above areas, please download this
Volunteer Registration Form or contact
Holly at 687-8985 or email:
gravenhurstyouthcentre@bellnet.ca
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