Needs From: United Way of Ventura County

The Boys & Girls Club is always looking for volunteers that can assist our members with homework, as well as additional educational skills. Tutors are needed at all three club sites, as well as our after-school programs in El Rio and Port Hueneme year round.

Our clubs are used by over 200 to 300 youth DAILY, and our equipment and facilities get extreme use by active kids. If you have a skill or an interest in this area, we would greatly appreciate help with construction, painting, ground keeping, landscaping and vehicle repairs. Volunteering your time reduces our cost and allows us to utilize funding for youth programs and activities.

BGCOP offers undergraduate and graduate-level internships at our three main clubhouses. Interns will be eligible for academic credit; however, internships are unpaid. Interns are expected to complete a minimum of 60 hours during their tenure. Opportunities are available in our various departments including: Education, Marketing, Resource Development, Technology, Athletics and Programming. Applicants must provide a résumé and undergo a background check as volunteers. Placements are made on a rolling basis throughout the year, subject to availability and need.

Volunteers in this arena work on special events and fundraising for the Club. Time is flexible and is usually evenings and weekends. There are monthly meetings to coordinate efforts, and you control how much time you spend by what you sign up for. Options include: annual auction, community events, golf tournament, fundraising and grant writing

Sports and recreational activities are proven to keep kids in good physical shape, help social interaction, boost energy, keep them out of trouble, and encourage discipline and sportsmanship. You can help make sure that every child in our community has a chance to participate in these great activities. We need coaches and officials for cheerleading, dance, flag football, basketball, baseball, volleyball, boxing, weight training, soccer and track. Practices are held weeknights and game days are held on Saturdays.