Boys & Girls Clubs of Kawartha Lakes is a registered non-profit charitable organization devoted to serving children and youth throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes. We offer programs and services that build skills and character, and foster self-esteem. Most importantly, the Club removes financial barriers by keeping program costs affordable and subsidizing all of its programs for families who cannot afford to pay.
Keywords:
Leadership
, Children and Youth
Boys and Girls Clubs of Kawartha Lakes
107 Lindsay Street South, Lindsay, ON K9V2M5
Volunteer Information for Boys and Girls Clubs of Kawartha Lakes
What services does your organization provide? What We Do
Community Services and Child Care
Before and After school programs
High quality licensed child care - Dr. George Hall Child Care Centre in Little Britain and Kids In Motion at the Lindsay facility
Drop In program
Evening shuttle service
Sports and Recreation
After School Sports
Evening Sports Leagues
Sports Clinics
Satellite Community Programs
Full Day PA Day Program
Winter Camp and March Break Camp
Summer Camps and Trips
General Interest Courses
Family Activities
Special Events
Infant Development Program
Assists parents of children with developmental delays
Qualified consultants who provide direction, guidance and support to parents
Family centred home service throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes
Mile High Adventures
28' Indoor Rock Climbing Wall and other adventure activities
Outdoor challenge course for team building and other group activities
Group and individual activities
Corporate groups
First Aid/CPR courses
Reach Youth Support Program
Available to children experiencing difficulty coping with stressful situations at home, in school or in the community
Helps children develop skills to cope with day to day situations
Kids In Training
Leaders In Training
Homework assistance
Take It Easy
Adventure Quest
Do you have any age requirements? Anyone 14 years of age or older who is interested in working with children and youth are able to volunteer.
Do you require language proficiency other than in English? No.
What time commitment(s) are you expecting from a volunteer? One day per week.
Are there any other requirements for being a volunteer? Volunteer require two successful reference checks, and a successful criminal reference check.
Are there any specific skills and experience required? No specific skills or experience required.
What type of volunteer positions are typically available? Volunteer Opportunities at the Club:
Before School/After School
Evening Drop In
Sports Programming
Tyke Sports
Summer Day Camps
Kids in Training Program (KIT)
Leader in Training Program (LIT)
Fundraising Endeavours
Placement/Co-op Students
Halloween Dance/Member's Christmas Party/Race for Kids
Mile High Adventures
Licensed Child Care
Administration
Maintenance
Do you provide training for volunteers? All volunteers receive an orientation to the Club, and specific training specific to the area they are volunteering in.
What are the typical volunteer activities occurring at your organization? Before and Afterschool volunteers, special event volunteers (Race for Kids, Members Christmas Dinner, Halloween Dance...)
How will a person benefit from volunteering with Boys and Girls Clubs of Kawartha Lakes? Being a volunteer with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Kawartha Lakes allows you to: Gain valuable job experience and training related to future career goals; Meet the requirements of an educational course or program; Meet new people, find new friendships through shared interests; Achieve a sense of satisfaction from being an active part of the community; Have the opportunity to help children and youth make a difference in our community.
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