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If you share our passion for advancing gender equity and want to be a part of a supportive, dedicated organization, while supporting women and families across Metro Vancouver, come volunteer with us!

As an equity-seeking organization, the YWCA Metro Vancouver values its diverse workplace and is committed to fostering a community of inclusion and belonging. Increasing representation within our organization's volunteer base is a priority and we are taking significant and meaningful steps towards achieving this goal. Women, Black, Indigenous, People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities and people from other marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to volunteer.

Type Individual Volunteering Corporate and Group Volunteering Volunteer Program - Any -AllAdminChild CareCrabtree CornerEmploymentEventsMentorshipSingle Mother's Support ServicesWomen of Distinction AwardsYouth EducationYWCA HousingOther Locations - Any -1187 Parker Street533 East Hastings Street535 Hornby Streetalder gardensCoquitlamDowntown VancouverLangleyLower MainlandMetro VancouverNorth VancouverRemoteRichmondSurreyVancouver Keyword Search

Individual Volunteering

Whether you’re teaching yoga, mentoring youth or helping us fundraise, there are many ways to make an impact.

Corporate and Group Volunteering

From tending to our Rooftop Garden to preparing meals for families, corporate volunteers strengthen their teams while giving back to the community.

Volunteer Opportunities

Engage Mentorship Hub Mentor

The Engage Mentorship Hub is a resource for YWCA Employment Program alumni to connect with mentors from a variety of industries, to expand their professional network, access knowledge & guidance, and learn about career paths and employment opportunities.

Learn more 535 Hornby Street, Vancouver, or remotely Date Flexible, according to needs and availability Time Flexible, according to needs and availability Individual Volunteering

On Call Childminding Support - Surrey

We are seeking a caring childminder who can support a child with special needs on the occasional community outing or housing event. Events are always coordinated and supervised by YWCA staff, and attended by the child's mother.

Learn more YWCA Alder Gardens Date On Call, flexible Time On Call, Flexible Individual Volunteering

YWCA Tech Connect Mentor

Are you a tech professional passionate about empowering others? We're seeking volunteer mentors to guide newcomer self-identifying women with backgrounds in information technology (IT) toward fulfilling careers in the tech industry. We welcome mentor applications from diverse backgrounds, especially those with experience in: - Web Development (front-end, full-stack) / Software Development - UX / UI - Graphic Design - Business Analysis - Project Management - Data Analysis and Science - Digital Marketing

Learn more Online Date Ongoing Time Flexible Individual Volunteering

Her Place - Chinese Speaking Program Assistant

Her Place at Crabtree Corner is a program for women 45+, that aims to build community and provide an intergenerational opportunity for seniors and other women in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside to find their voices and share their skills. Her Place uses a mentorship model for skills-building and deploys Matriarchal Indigenous principles that support grandmothers, mothers, aunties and other women in the community.

Learn more YWCA Crabtree Corner Role of Volunteers One volunteer needed to assist with spoken Chinese - English translation between the program facilitators and the program participants. Number of Volunteers 1 Date Tuesdays from February 27 until March 19, 2024 Time 1:00pm - 2:30pm Individual Volunteering

Indigenous Mentorship Sunday Circle

The YWCA Indigenous Mentorship Program is seeking applications for mentors to participate in 2024's Indigenous Mentor Circle.

Learn more YWCA Program Centre | 535 Hornby St - 4th floor, Vancouver & online via Zoom Date Every 3rd Sunday Time 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Individual Volunteering

Host a Community Breakfast - Wednesdays in 2024

Providing a meal through YWCA Crabtree Corner Community kitchen is an amazing way to really see the impact of your time and generosity for our clients living in the downtown east side. Under the supervision of our YWCA kitchen staff, your team will prepare a healthy, fulfilling breakfast served in-person to approximately 60-75 members of our community who come to us daily for food and support.

Learn more 533 East Hastings Street Role of Volunteers Food preparation, serving and clean up Number of Volunteers 6-8 Date Wednesdays throughout 2024 Time 8:00am-10:30am Corporate and Group Volunteering

Bike Mechanic Program Assistant

The YWCA Gear Up program is looking for experienced and knowledgeable cyclists to support students as they learn bicycle maintenance and repair. Supervision and instruction will be provided by the program, but additional assistance would be appreciated.

Recommended Qualifications:

• Minimum one year experience in working on bikes, and a good knowledge of basic bike fixes,
• Experience working with at-risk youth an asset

Learn more 1187 Parker Street, Vancouver, near Clark and Venables Date Weekly from June 26th to July 28th, and from October 2nd to November 3rd Time Sessions run Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, from 8:00am-12:00pm and from 12:45pm-4:45pm. Volunteers would be welcome to all sessions, but could select sessions depending on availability. Individual Volunteering

Kitchen and Childminding Volunteer

YWCA Crabtree Corner Housing is a transitional program, with supports for pregnant and parenting women in recovery, based on a harm reduction model.

We are seeking 2-3 volunteers to assist in their weekly residence gathering. With supervision, volunteers would help the housing staff to:

• Prepare a meal in the Crabtree Kitchen
• Serve the residents and assist in clean up
• Help with childcare, as needed, while the mothers meet.

Learn more Crabtree Corner Housing, 533 East Hastings Street, Vancouver Date Thursdays, starting now until first week of July Time 3:00pm - 6:00pm Individual Volunteering

YWCA Youth Education Guide to High School In-Person Facilitators

The YWCA Metro Vancouver will be running after-school programs this fall to support Grade 7 students in their transition to high school. A team of staff and volunteers deliver pre-planned curriculum on topics such as healthy living, social media, friendship, peer pressure, bullying, and mindsets to a group of 15-20 Grade 7 students.

Learn more elementary or secondary school in Surrey, Burnaby or Vancouver Role of Volunteers Facilitator Number of Volunteers 80-100 Date October to December Time M-F, 2:30-5:30pm (please note times vary at different locations) Individual Volunteering

Mentoring, Hosting Workshops, Workplace Visits

YWCA Metro Vancouver offers several unique employment programs that provide opportunities for volunteers to share their skills and experience through mentoring, hosting workshops, mock interviews, etc.

Learn more Metro Vancouver Date Ongoing Time Flexible Corporate and Group Volunteering

Create and Deliver Self-Care Kits for Women in Need

Create self-care kits for women experiencing homelessness, substance use issues, poverty, violence, poor health or other challenges in the Downtown Eastside. Self Care Kits are distributed daily at YWCA Crabtree Corner.

With your co-workers, friends or family assemble items from the list below in clear plastic bags and deliver them to Crabtree Corner. You are welcome to add other items that you think may be useful.

Learn more YWCA Crabtree Corner, 533 East Hastings Street Date Ongoing Time Flexible Corporate and Group Volunteering

Create and Deliver House Warming Baskets for Families

Many of the families that move into YWCA second-stage transition housing arrive with nothing but their clothing. Second-stage housing is where women can begin to rebuild their lives away from an abusive partner.

The YWCA provides furnished apartments, emotional support, information and referrals, safety planning and court accompaniment. Your group can help this difficult transition by purchasing and assembling House Warming Baskets for families when they first arrive.

Learn more Lower Mainland Date Ongoing Time Flexible Corporate and Group Volunteering

Didn't see a position that interests you?

If you haven't found an opportunity that is suitable for you or your company, please contact us.

With more than 75 programs and services across Metro Vancouver, we would love to find a fit for your skills and interests!

Contact us What Our Volunteers Say about their experiences

Being a high school mentor stretched me to look at things from a different perspective and become more empathetic.

Dina Lu High School Mentorship Mentor

A great opportunity to support women and their careers. I thoroughly enjoyed and learned through the experience.

Meena Das Tech Connect Mentor

I really enjoy volunteering with the YWCA Youth programs. I love the enthusiasm the kids show up with each week, I wish I had this opportunity when I was in Grade 7.

Keaton Farquhar Youth Programs Volunteer

I love to volunteer because it allows me to give back in a selfless way in hopes to create change.

Raveena Khella Youth Programs Volunteer

What I liked the most about being a volunteer with the YWCA is that I was able to give back to the program that has helped me back in Grade 7.

Sonya Youth Programs Volunteer

Volunteering with the YWCA is a great way to give back to the community and is extremely rewarding.

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