Become a Volunteer

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteering at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Oshkosh is a fulfilling experience that gives you an opportunity to make a direct investment in the future of our community’s youth. We are always looking for skilled and dedicated volunteers to help us achieve our mission of improving the lives of children and families.

We have a variety of volunteer opportunities available to match your schedule and interests. The Club is open Monday through Friday in the evenings during the school year and during the daytime in the summer.

Spend Time with the Kids

Volunteers can engage youth through tutoring, homework help, sports and other recreational activities. For more information about volunteer opportunities with kids, please contact the club.

Great Futures Mentoring Program

If you would prefer to invest in a Club member one-on-one, our Great Futures Mentoring Program is a great fit. The Great Futures Mentoring Program at the Club matches adult mentors with youth in 5^th through 8^th grade at the Boys & Girls Club of Oshkosh. The program focuses on helping youth grow academically and develop decision-making and life skills. Our program is flexible to suit your schedule and what works best for you and your mentee. Learn more here.

For more information about becoming a mentor, please contact our Director of Mentoring, Kiley Herlihy at (920) 233-1414 or kileyh@bgcosh.org.

Youth & Family Grief Support Group

Many children and teens are or will be affected by the death of a loved one which can feel very isolating like nobody understands. There are ways adults can help children navigate their grief.  One way to challenge that feeling is through support groups like the Club’s Youth & Family Grief Support Group program. Groups are facilitated by caring adult volunteers who help children find strategies to heal. Groups take place at the Club the second Thursday of every month from 6-8 p.m.

Volunteers (adults over 21 are preferred) participate in a two-part training and commit to one evening per month for as many months as they are able. While the volunteer experience can be a bit heartbreaking when seeing small people experience such sadness, it can also be one of the most meaningful and rewarding experiences imaginable. If this sounds like something you may be interested in, and if you feel you meet the requirements listed, we would love to make you part of the grief support group for grieving children program.

For more information or to volunteer for this program contact Director of Youth & Family Engagement, Danielle Bittelman, at 920-233-1414, ext. 124 or danielleb@bgcosh.org.

Assist with Special Events

The Club organizes multiple events throughout the year—from fundraisers to family events—that require the assistance of numerous volunteers. Event volunteers help in a variety of ways, from registration and set up/tear down to serving meals and wrapping holiday gifts.

Fundraising Events

• WineFeast (April)
• Afternoon Tea (July/August)
• Alumni & Friends Golf Outing (August)
• Turkey Trot Beneficiary (November)

If you are interested in volunteering for a fundraising event, please contact the club.

Family Events

These events serve our members and their families:

• Back to School Fair (August)
• Youth of the Year (November)
• Halloween Party (October)
• Christmas Party (December)
• Family Nights (Winter & Spring)

To volunteer for youth and family-related events, please contact the club.

Plan a Group Service Project

Volunteer service projects can be set up to fit your group size and specific time frame. Projects range from beautification (planting flowers, raking leaves) to general maintenance projects (painting, cleaning). If you are interested in volunteering for a one-time group opportunity, please contact Director of Facilities, Jamie Wilcox, at 920-233-1414, ext. 111 or jamiew@bgcosh.org.

Coordinate a Supplies Drive

We are always in need of new school supplies, hygiene products, new coats and shoes, holiday toys, sporting equipment, games, crafts and other supplies necessary in making the Club experience great.

If you would like to organize a supply drive for the Club, please contact the Director of Club Services, Kevin Mueller, at 920-233-1414, ext. 121 or kevinm@bgcosh.org.

I know how I want to volunteer, what’s next?

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Boys & Girls Club of Oshkosh! We appreciate your willingness to invest your time and talents in creating positive experiences for our members.

To help ensure a safe and welcoming environment for every member, all volunteers are required to complete a Volunteer Application and Background Check Release Google Form before beginning their service. Once submitted, the background check will be completed through VeriScreen. Following approval, volunteers will participate in a brief Volunteer Orientation focused on Club expectations, safety practices, and creating positive interactions with our members.

The Club invests thousands of dollars each year in background screening to help maintain a safe environment for youth. If you are able and willing to help offset the $15 cost of your background check, your contribution would be greatly appreciated and helps us direct more resources toward programs and opportunities for the members we serve.

If you would like to cover the $15 screening fee, checks may be made payable to Boys & Girls Club of Oshkosh.