Make A Difference in the Life of a Child Today

If you’re passionate about inspiring, motivating, and making a difference in the lives of young people in our community, the Boys & Girls Club is the perfect place for you! We offer volunteer opportunities in Chico, Hamilton City, Paradise, Magalia, and Oroville. You can get involved in tutoring, mentoring, coaching, special events, programming assistance, administrative support, and more, depending on your location.

Volunteer Opportunities:

  • General Volunteers: Assist weekly in our Clubhouses and Teen Centers as tutors, homework helpers, games room attendants, or sports enthusiasts to enhance our programs.
  • Foster Grandparent Program: Retired individuals can volunteer through our partnership with Passages, potentially qualifying for regular meals and a small stipend.
  • College Internships and Volunteering: Chico State and Butte College students can access internships that meet department requirements and credit eligibility.
  • Skill-Based Volunteers: Share your expertise as a board member, coach, referee, music instructor, foreign language tutor, dance teacher, yoga instructor, or in other specialized roles.
  • Youth Volunteers: Teenagers can participate in our Teen Center programs as Leaders in Training (LIT), Counselors in Training (CIT), or through senior projects and community service. Contact your local Teen Center for more information.

Additional Opportunities for Individuals, Groups, or Businesses:

  • Volunteering in ongoing programs and activities
  • Offering special skills or programs for youth
  • Providing services such as Club cleanup, handiwork, janitorial tasks, technology support, or mailers
  • Assisting with events like Thanksgiving, birthday parties, back-to-school events, and celebrations
  • Supporting fundraising efforts, including the Valentine’s Gala and community events
  • Participating in corporate volunteer matching programs
  • Offering office support

NOTE:  If you want more information on volunteering and ways to support the Club please call Scott Dinits at (530) 899-0335 X2211 or email sdinits@bgcnv.org.

Becoming a Volunteer:

1st:  Request, complete and turn in a volunteer application.

2nd:  Set up a volunteer interview, attend a volunteer orientation to find out about our policies, approach to youth development and areas to volunteer within each Club.

3rd:  Pass a DOJ/FBI background check.

4th:  Attend a mandatory volunteer orientation.

*If you or your group are only volunteering for a one time event or special fundraising event you may not be subject to a background check.