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What are Volunteers?
People who give freely of their time and talent to a worthwhile group or cause. A volunteer is someone who believes that people make a difference and is willing to prove it.

Who are AYSO Volunteers?
Coaches, referees, registrars, fundraisers, field markers, publicists, treasurers, administrators - many, many dedicated people all contributing their time and efforts to make AYSO a premier soccer program for kids!

Why are Volunteers so vital?
People power runs AYSO. Volunteers strengthen AYSO by giving their time, energy, ideas and ideals. AYSO happens because of our volunteers! AYSO is a nationwide, non-profit, all-volunteer organization; it relies on the support of local volunteers.

Who can be one?
Moms, dads, sisters, brothers, grandparents, even friends. AYSO needs volunteers who want to help make our soccer program a fun experience for kids,  women and men, young folks, middle-aged folks and the "young at heart!" As we say, "Everyone Plays" in AYSO; that means that everyone has something to contribute to the program. And our volunteers do contribute: special skills or abilities. Time. Energy. Themselves.

What do Volunteers do?
They do what is needed to make the program work. They:

• Coach teams
• Act as team parent
• Stuff envelopes
• Referee games
• Pay Region bills
• Make sure the fields are ready for play
• Take registrations
• Raise funds
• Schedule games
• Bandage knees
• Put up registration posters and take pictures
• Run meetings
• Take care of computer-related matters
• ...Or any one of dozens of other jobs that help make AYSO such a positive experience for kids.

What do you get as an AYSO Volunteer?
AYSO Volunteers make new friends. They learn new skills. They develop their creativity. They investigate new careers. They enrich their lives by growing from their experiences. Plus, it's a lot of fun!

How can I participate in this vital role?
It's easy. Talk to your child's coach, call your Regional Commissioner or any of the Region's board members. They will be very helpful - and very grateful - to find the right job for you. For a list of some of the currently open Board / Staff positions, please have a look at our Board/Staff Listi at the bottom of the About Us Page. Whatever you do to help out, remember that no experience is necessary...we'll train you! If you don't volunteer, another parent will have to do both their part, as well as yours. So be generous with your time and let us know where we can use YOU!