Male Volunteers Needed:
Are you man enough to play?
Please call 604-375-KIDS
Can you teach a kid how to ride a bike, help him with his homework, throw a ball around or just hang out? If the answer is yes, then you have what it takes to be a kid coach.
Being a kid coach to vulnerable boys six-years and up doesn’t require special skills, just common sense. By volunteering your time and friendship, you’ll be helping young boys/youth grow, thrive and connect with the community they call home.
And there’s something in it for you, too. By spending some time with a kid, you are giving back to your community, gaining a fresh perspective on your own life, and having some fun along the way.
Testimonials
“Seth really likes bike riding. So, I encouraged him by finding him a used bike and purchasing a new pair of riding shoes. He was so excited about next day’s plan to go for a bike ride that he slept in his shoes!”
—Drew, kid coach
“I first met Dean when he was just 16. He had few friends, spent countless hours playing video games and had no plans post graduation. We spent time together on various activities: football games, movies, shopping, weight-lifting. Now Dean has friends from school, a job and will be studying computer animation at the Art institute of Vancouver. I am so proud of him!”
—Todd, kid coach
Who can volunteer?
Our kid coaches are positive, responsible men who come from a variety of backgrounds.
Kid coaches:
- are 19 years or older
- spend a couple hours each week with a boy, for preferably at least one year
- are open and sensitive to cultural diversity
- capable of being a positive role model
- successfully complete all components of the selection process, including a criminal records check
How can I volunteer?
The first step to becoming a kid coach is to attend an information session.
Sessions run frequently at our office locations. Please send an email to the contact in your area for more information about available dates and to register at the location nearest you.
Metro Vancouver: hnugent@plea.bc.ca
South Fraser: ktaylor@plea.bc.ca
Teens (12-18): lnixon@plea.bc.ca
Tri Cities: jmason@plea.bc.ca
Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadow: rhilger@plea.bc.ca or mcherak@plea.bc.ca
Victoria: laurie@johnhoward.victoria.bc.ca
Campbell River: tara@jhsni.bc.ca
Courtenay/Comox: brenda@jhsni.bc.ca
In Metro Vancouver call 604-375-KIDS (5437)
In Victoria call 250-386-3428
In Campbell River call 250-286-0611
In Courtenay/Comox call 250-898-4842