Volunteer Opportunities From: United Way of the Blue Mountains

Role: Basketball Buddy

Challenger Basketball is about more than hoops—it’s about teamwork, belonging, and fun. Thank you for being part of it!

Your Purpose

- Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

- Warm up with players, pass balls, and cheer during games.

- Encourage participants who may need reminders about plays, turns, or sharing the ball.

- Celebrate every shot, whether it goes in or not!

- Support coaches (Patrick for Youth, Camden for Adults) by helping drills run smoothly.

- Build relationships! Learn names, sit with players, and make them feel part of a team.

- Commit when you can. Consistency helps participants feel secure, but even one week makes a difference.

Role: Basketball Buddy

Challenger Basketball is about more than hoops—it’s about teamwork, belonging, and fun. Thank you for being part of it!

Your Purpose

- Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

- Warm up with players, pass balls, and cheer during games.

- Encourage participants who may need reminders about plays, turns, or sharing the ball.

- Celebrate every shot, whether it goes in or not!

- Support coaches (Patrick for Youth, Camden for Adults) by helping drills run smoothly.

- Build relationships! Learn names, sit with players, and make them feel part of a team.

- Commit when you can. Consistency helps participants feel secure, but even one week makes a difference.

Role: Basketball Buddy

Challenger Basketball is about more than hoops—it’s about teamwork, belonging, and fun. Thank you for being part of it!

Your Purpose

- Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

- Warm up with players, pass balls, and cheer during games.

- Encourage participants who may need reminders about plays, turns, or sharing the ball.

- Celebrate every shot, whether it goes in or not!

- Support coaches (Patrick for Youth, Camden for Adults) by helping drills run smoothly.

- Build relationships! Learn names, sit with players, and make them feel part of a team.

- Commit when you can. Consistency helps participants feel secure, but even one week makes a difference.

Role: Basketball Buddy

Challenger Basketball is about more than hoops—it’s about teamwork, belonging, and fun. Thank you for being part of it!

Your Purpose

- Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

- Warm up with players, pass balls, and cheer during games.

- Encourage participants who may need reminders about plays, turns, or sharing the ball.

- Celebrate every shot, whether it goes in or not!

- Support coaches (Patrick for Youth, Camden for Adults) by helping drills run smoothly.

- Build relationships! Learn names, sit with players, and make them feel part of a team.

- Commit when you can. Consistency helps participants feel secure, but even one week makes a difference.

Role: Basketball Buddy

Challenger Basketball is about more than hoops—it’s about teamwork, belonging, and fun. Thank you for being part of it!

Your Purpose

- Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

- Warm up with players, pass balls, and cheer during games.

- Encourage participants who may need reminders about plays, turns, or sharing the ball.

- Celebrate every shot, whether it goes in or not!

- Support coaches (Patrick for Youth, Camden for Adults) by helping drills run smoothly.

- Build relationships! Learn names, sit with players, and make them feel part of a team.

- Commit when you can. Consistency helps participants feel secure, but even one week makes a difference.

Role: Basketball Buddy

Challenger Basketball is about more than hoops—it’s about teamwork, belonging, and fun. Thank you for being part of it!

Your Purpose

- Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

- Warm up with players, pass balls, and cheer during games.

- Encourage participants who may need reminders about plays, turns, or sharing the ball.

- Celebrate every shot, whether it goes in or not!

- Support coaches (Patrick for Youth, Camden for Adults) by helping drills run smoothly.

- Build relationships! Learn names, sit with players, and make them feel part of a team.

- Commit when you can. Consistency helps participants feel secure, but even one week makes a difference.

Role: Play Pal

We are so excited to launch Connect & Play, and your help makes it possible! Thank you for giving your time to create a safe and fun environment for kids while their parents connect.

Your Purpose

- Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other child.

- Engage kids (under 12 with disabilities and their siblings) in imaginative play, toys, and games.

- Create a welcoming environment for siblings, too - everyone belongs.

- Be attentive: some kids may wander, need reassurance, or need help joining play.

- Keep it fun and safe; your presence allows parents to focus on their session with peace of mind.

- Encourage laughter, curiosity, and new friendships.

- Bathroom needs: If a child needs to use the restroom, let the SOAR Coordinator (Tash) know, she will text their parents to assist.

Role: Game Show Sidekick

We’re so glad you’re here to help make Game Show Night a blast! Your energy and kindness will help participants feel confident and included.

Your Purpose

- Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

- Sit with participants, join a team if needed, and cheer for every answer.

- Help explain rules or repeat questions for participants who need extra support.

- Encourage both outgoing and shy participants; everyone deserves a chance to shine.

- Share a meal (taco bar!) with participants and create fun conversation around the table.

- Keep the focus on fun, laughter, and connection, not winning.

Role: Bowling Lane Buddy

Bowling Night is one of our most loved events—and we’re so grateful you’re here to help! Your role ensures everyone has a fun, safe, and successful experience.

Your Purpose

- Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

- Oversee a lane with 5–7 participants (track turns and keep the group moving).

- Encourage and celebrate every roll of the ball, gutter balls included!

- Assist with ramps, ball selection, or lifting as needed.

- Watch for frustration or overwhelm, offer reassurance and patience.

- Troubleshoot small issues (bumpers, pins not resetting) by getting bowling staff help.

- Be flexible: some participants may bowl more, others may head to the arcade.

Role: Dinner Party Helper

Thank you for helping create an unforgettable evening of food, teamwork, and fun! Your presence helps participants feel capable and included.

Your Purpose

- Treat everyone with dignity and respect. Speak to participants as you would any other teen or adult.

- Join participants in cooking themed drinks, appetizers, dinner, and dessert.

-Encourage independence in the kitchen; guide gently, but let participants take the lead.

- Assist with simple cooking tasks, serving, and clean-up.

- Be flexible, cooking happens in shifts while the movie plays.

- Build community by sitting down to eat, sharing stories, and enjoying Guardians of the Galaxy together.