Needs From: Head of the Lakes United Way

Volunteer: Greeter at the YMCA Member Service Desk

If you know what great customer service looks and feels like, this is the volunteer opportunity for you! Greeters are responsible for providing a high level of customer service. Responsibilities include greeting members, checking them into the Y, handing out towels and equipment. Minimum age to volunteer is 18. Must have some computer skills and able to provide excellent customer service.
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours

Agency: Cook County YMCA

If you know what great customer service looks and feels like, this is the volunteer opportunity for you! Greeters are responsible for providing a high level of customer service. Responsibilities include greeting members, checking them into the Y, handing out towels and equipment. Minimum age to volunteer is 18. Must have some computer skills and able to provide excellent customer service.
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours

Agency: Cook County YMCA

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55604

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Love working with kids and being outdoors? Join Y Day Camp as a volunteer and help make summer unforgettable!

You’ll assist counselors with games, activities, and daily adventures while supporting campers, building their confidence, and creating a fun, inclusive environment.  We’re looking for enthusiastic, responsible individuals—experience with kids is a plus but not required.  Minimum age to volunteer is 13.  Make friends. Make memories. Make an impact.
Dates:  Camp runs Monday through Friday from June 3-August 21.  Volunteers are welcome anytime between 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Commitment: We’re looking for volunteers who are able to volunteer once a week throughout the summer or a full week at a time.  But we are flexible and can work with your schedule.

Agency: Cook County YMCA

You’ll assist counselors with games, activities, and daily adventures while supporting campers, building their confidence, and creating a fun, inclusive environment.  We’re looking for enthusiastic, responsible individuals—experience with kids is a plus but not required.  Minimum age to volunteer is 13.  Make friends. Make memories. Make an impact.
Dates:  Camp runs Monday through Friday from June 3-August 21.  Volunteers are welcome anytime between 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Commitment: We’re looking for volunteers who are able to volunteer once a week throughout the summer or a full week at a time.  But we are flexible and can work with your schedule.

Agency: Cook County YMCA

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until Aug 21, 2026

Zip Code: 55604

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Amateur Weed Wranglers, Grass Negotiators and Water Enthusiasts Wanted!

We’re looking for people to help with weeding and watering our new pollinator garden at the Y throughout the summer.
Days & Times: This opportunity is flexible and can be done at your convenience whenever the Y is open.  It would likely take about an hour each week.

Agency: Cook County YMCA

We’re looking for people to help with weeding and watering our new pollinator garden at the Y throughout the summer.
Days & Times: This opportunity is flexible and can be done at your convenience whenever the Y is open.  It would likely take about an hour each week.

Agency: Cook County YMCA

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until Sep 15, 2026

Zip Code: 55604

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Join the Cook County YMCA Advisory Council!

Our Advisory Council which consists of a group of volunteer leaders who work in partnership with the Branch Executive Director to support the branch’s mission through volunteerism and fundraising. Council members champion the annual campaign, assist with fundraising efforts, volunteer at branch and community events, and help recruit and engage new volunteers, all while advancing YMCA values and strengthening community connections.
Commitment: The Advisory Council meets once per month.

Agency: Cook County YMCA

Our Advisory Council which consists of a group of volunteer leaders who work in partnership with the Branch Executive Director to support the branch’s mission through volunteerism and fundraising. Council members champion the annual campaign, assist with fundraising efforts, volunteer at branch and community events, and help recruit and engage new volunteers, all while advancing YMCA values and strengthening community connections.
Commitment: The Advisory Council meets once per month.

Agency: Cook County YMCA

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55604

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Cleaning, Organizing and Work Project Volunteer at the Y

If you like to pop in a podcast and get down to work, this is the gig for you!  You can make a big difference at the Y.  You will help our staff interact with members and provide a safe and clean facility for all.  Duties may include things like wiping dust from surfaces, folding towels and organizing storage spaces.  Minimum age to volunteer is 15.    
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours and can be done whenever the Y is open.

Agency: Cook County YMCA

If you like to pop in a podcast and get down to work, this is the gig for you!  You can make a big difference at the Y.  You will help our staff interact with members and provide a safe and clean facility for all.  Duties may include things like wiping dust from surfaces, folding towels and organizing storage spaces.  Minimum age to volunteer is 15.    
Days & Times: This opportunity has flexible hours and can be done whenever the Y is open.

Agency: Cook County YMCA

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 55604

Allow Groups: Yes