Volunteer Project Catalog

Association/YMCA of the Triangle

The YMCA of the Triangle Area YOTA Swim Team is an association-wide team comprised of competitors of all ages and skill levels. YOTA offers opportunities for swimmers of many different levels and abilities. This is a year-round activity that emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship and personal achievement. YOTA Swim Team volunteers will have the opportunity to volunteer at swim meets as timers, meet officials, travel trip chaperones, parent advisory committee members and more. Each YOTA swim team volunteer will need to read and agree to the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies before volunteering. If you are not a member of the YOTA swim team, but would like to volunteer, please reach out to one of the contacts listed below for more information regarding the location of the event.

Children & YouthAquaticsSports & RecreationSports

Chapel Hill - Carrboro YMCA

Volunteer opportunities for this project are limited to student's currently enrolled in Cristo Rey High School's Work Study Program. The YMCA is partnering with Cristo Rey Research Triangle High School for a second year. Their students get a high-level, college preparatory education and are acquiring valuable work experience in the process through their work study program. The Chapel Hill-Carrboro YMCA will host a small group of students who will gain valuable work experience in our membership, youth, aquatics and wellness departments.

Children & YouthTeen LeadershipMentoring & TutoringEmploymentGreat Volunteer Opportunity for TeensEducation & LiteracyCommunity

A.E. Finley YMCA

Our Indoor Triathlon wouldn’t be possible without amazing volunteers! This year our Triathlon will be held on Sunday, April 19th, 2026. We need friendly, dependable individuals to help with swim lap counting, cycle counting, treadmill counting, guiding participants, distributing refreshments and encouraging athletes along the way. This is a great opportunity to serve the community, support healthy lifestyles, and be part of an inspiring event.

AquaticsSpecial EventsGreat Volunteer Opportunity for TeensGreat Volunteer Opportunity for 55+Great Volunteer Opportunity for GroupsSports & RecreationFitnessSports

Ingram Family YMCA

The Family Swim Party at the Ingram Family YMCA is more than just a pool event – it’s a celebration of family, community, and togetherness. This event brings families together for a day of aquatic fun, where parents, kids, and grandparents can all enjoy the water in a safe and welcoming environment. Whether you're swimming laps or simply relaxing by the pool, everyone can find their perfect way to unwind and enjoy quality time with loved ones. It’s a chance to connect with the local community, all while enjoying a refreshing day in the water. This event is about creating lasting memories and fostering a sense of community, where everyone can enjoy a great time together in the heart of the YMCA.

Children & YouthAquaticsCommunity

Ingram Family YMCA

Swim for Life is a community-focused water safety and swim instruction event hosted by the YMCA, designed to teach children and families essential swimming skills and drowning prevention. Through free swim lessons, water safety demonstrations, and hands-on activities, participants gain confidence in and around the water in a safe, supportive environment. This event helps promote lifelong water safety skills and encourages a love for swimming at all ages.

Children & YouthAquaticsGreat Volunteer Opportunity for TeensHealth & WellnessCommunity

Southeast Raleigh YMCA

At the Y we believe swimming is a life skill and all children and adults should have access to water safety classes and basic swim lessons. Swim for Life offers free swim lessons for children and adults based on income qualifications. The Program is funded through the YMCA’s Annual Campaign and a grant from Delta Airlines. In order to provide continuity for swimmers, volunteer instructors are asked to attend all sessions over the three week period. Volunteers will help with instruction, under the guidance and supervision of the swim lesson instructor staff. All volunteers will receive a brief training from Y staff before the sessions start. Volunteers should be confident swimmers themselves. Spanish speakers are desired.

AquaticsGreat Volunteer Opportunity for TeensGreat Volunteer Opportunity for GroupsHealth & WellnessSports & RecreationChildren & YouthGreat Volunteer Opportunity for 55+Community

Taylor Family YMCA

At the Y we believe swimming is a life skill and all children and adults should have access to water safety classes and basic swim lessons. Swim for Life offers free swim lessons for children and adults based on income qualifications. The Program is funded through the YMCA’s Annual Campaign and a grant from Delta Airlines. Help teach the basic life skill of swimming. Under the instruction and guidance of swim lesson instructor staff, volunteers will help new swimmers learn to swim and manage swimmers as they take turns in the water. In order to provide continuity for swimmers, volunteer instructors are asked to attend all sessions over the three week period. Volunteers should be confident swimmers themselves. Spanish speakers are desired.

AquaticsGreat Volunteer Opportunity for TeensGreat Volunteer Opportunity for GroupsSports & RecreationChildren & YouthGreat Volunteer Opportunity for 55+Community