Greenwich YMCA

Running Start is a program aimed at providing local school children with the opportunity to go back-to-school clothes shopping, empowering them to the start the new school year with confidence. This program is directly aligned with our commitment to nurture the potential of every child and teen. 2025 Running Start Dates: Tuesday, August 5 Thursday, August 7 Monday, August 11 Wednesday, August 13 Tuesday, August 19 Multi-date sign up encouraged. Spanish and Portuguese speakers welcome and needed. Steps To Volunteer for the 2025 Running Start Program Follow these simple steps to sign up for one (or more!) of our volunteer dates: 1. Read the Program Overview Before signing up, please take a few moments to review the Program Overview linked below. It includes everything you need to know—key times, volunteer expectations, and helpful tips to prepare you for this meaningful experience. Volunteers must arrive at the YMCA of Greenwich by 5:00 PM on their selected date. Activities begin and end at the YMCA, with transportation to and from Kohl’s in Port Chester, NY provided by Greenwich Public Schools. Volunteers are required to stay for the full event. 2. Submit the Interest Form Use the link below to let us know which date(s) you’re available to volunteer. You’re welcome to join us for more than one night! After receiving your interest form submission, we will reach out with detailed instructions on creating an account in Volunteer Matters and which requirements you will need to complete. 3. Complete Volunteer Requirements To ensure a safe experience for the children participating in this program, volunteers are required to complete a background check and an online abuse prevention training as part of our child safety policies. Once you submit the interest form, we’ll send you instructions to complete these requirements through our volunteer portal, VolunteerMatters. Program Overview: https://greenwichymca.org/files/galleries/Running_Start_Program_Overview_for_Volunteers_6_24_25.pdf Volunteer Interest Form: https://form.jotform.com/251466413917157