Volunteer
About Volunteering
At YMCA Dublin, our volunteers are the heart of our mission to empower individuals, support families, and strengthen communities. Whether you’re passionate about youth development, mentoring, or lending your skills through corporate volunteering, there’s a role for everyone to make a difference.
For businesses, our corporate volunteering programme offers tailored opportunities for teams to engage in meaningful projects, fostering teamwork while contributing to social impact in Dublin.
Why Volunteer with YMCA Dublin?
✅ Make a Difference: Help shape the lives of young people in our local communities.
✅ Develop New Skills: Gain valuable experience in youth work, mentoring, and leadership.
✅ Build Connections: Become part of a vibrant team dedicated to making Dublin more inclusive and resilient.
How You Can Get Involved
📚 Youth Work: Help lead creative and empowering activities that build confidence and community for young people.
🌟 Youth Mentoring: Play a pivotal role in our PlusOne Youth Mentoring Programme, guiding at-risk youth as they overcome challenges and achieve their potential.
🤝 Corporate Volunteering: Partner with YMCA Dublin to create a lasting impact through meaningful volunteering opportunities. From team-based projects to sharing professional skills like marketing or technology, your efforts can help drive positive change in our community.
Are you ready to make a difference? Complete the form below to learn more and explore opportunities to get involved. For businesses interested in corporate volunteering, contact Ashling at ashling.cronin@ymca-ireland.net to discuss how your team can make an impact.
Volunteer Expression of Interest
FAQs
How can I become a volunteer?
Contact info.dublin@ymca-ireland.net and our reception team will send your email to the designated department. We will then arrange an informal interview for you with the department co-ordinator. You’ll be asked to adhere to our policies and procedures and you’re good to go.
Will I need to be Garda vetted?
Yes. All volunteers 18 years or above are required to be Garda vetted before commencing any volunteering within YMCA Dublin.
I’m under 18, can I still volunteer?
Yes you can. We cater for Transition Year work experience and college students during term time.
I live abroad but want to come to Ireland to volunteer. Do you cater for overseas applicants?
We are currently not taking applications for Erasmus+/European Voluntary Service (EVS).
What benefits are there of volunteering?
Our previous volunteers have expressed a number of benefits from volunteering. Not only did they get a change to give back to the local community, they met new people, developed new and old skills, and became part of a wider community.
For more information about any of the above events, or to volunteer, please contact us at info.dublin@ymca-ireland.net or call 01-4782607.