Volunteer With Us!
Volunteers can be beneficial in many areas of the Boys & Girls Club programming and are a vital part of providing a positive Club experience for our youth. There are many volunteer opportunities available for both individuals and groups that help us accomplish our mission. As an organization, it is our goal to include volunteers in a broad range of opportunities that enhance their lives and best utilize their skills and special interests. No matter how you choose to give your time, know that all of the volunteer positions help us better the lives of the children we serve. We are more than happy to customize the opportunity based on your group size, location desired, and interest.
Areas of Opportunity
Cleaning Projects
These involve rotating projects or areas that our staff needs help cleaning on a consistent basis. This can include deep cleaning tile floors, cleaning up rooms, gathering trash around the buiding, & anything else that our staff may need assistance with.
Crafts (With Kids)
Interacting with kids can provide a deep sense of satisfaction & help impact the future of each child. You or your group can interact in a variety of crafts & we especially welcome hands-on STEAM activities. Note: If you would like to interact with kids during the school year, please schedule a time between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
Logistics
Sometimes our Clubs have certain logistical activities they would appreciate extra help with. This could include helping during meal service times, walking kids to their vehicles during pick-up times, & many others.
Building Updates
This involves assisting staff with projects ranging from minor to major remodels. This can include: fixing up/maintaining the garden, painting, replacing carpet, & other various projects that will help beautify our Club facilities.
Games (With Kids)
Interacting with kids can provide a deep sense of satisfaction & help impact the future of each child. You or your group can interact in a variety of games, including but not limited to: dodgeball, basketball, kickball, tag, board games, cards, pool, etc. Note: If you would like to interact with kids during the school year, please schedule a time between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
Volunteer Information
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All inquiries for volunteers (individual, group, or corporate) should complete the Volunteer Interest Form.
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All volunteers working directly with children are required to complete a background check and attach a scanned copy of a photo ID (Driver’s License, Passport, School ID, etc.). if you plan on volunteering MORE THAN ONCE.
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Once completed, email to our Volunteer & Community Engagement Specialist, Gabriela Martinez at gmartinez@bgcbentoncounty.org.
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Volunteers under the age of 18 may only volunteer during hours when Club members are not present. If they are needing volunteer hours for high school graduation requirements, they can join the Boys & Girls Club as a Keystone Club member.
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We have the following volunteer locations:
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Bella Vista: 2260 Forest Hills Blvd, Bella Vista, AR
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Bentonville: 2801 N Walker St, Bentonville, AR
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Bentonville Teen Center: located within the Bentonville Club
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Pea Ridge: 1442 N Davis St, Pea Ridge, AR
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Rogers: 409 S 8th Street, Rogers, AR
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Rogers Teen Center: 704 SW Cypress St, Rogers, AR
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