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KEEN-LA is always looking for enthusiastic and supportive volunteers to help at local events! If you are interested in becoming a KEEN volunteer, please go to our homepage and sign up to receive upcoming session dates and more information.
Volunteers
Volunteers are the backbone of KEEN. We could not exist without their support and dedication. In addition to working with some great kids and young adults with disabilities, KEEN volunteers, or "coaches," meet a variety of interesting community-minded people. Volunteering for KEEN is fun and offers opportunities for occasional participation, regular involvement, and leadership. Volunteers don't need any prior experience working with individuals with disabilities – KEEN provides training prior to each session. Coaches don't need to be athletic, either. Our athletes will love you just as you are!
KEEN's programs are structured so that each volunteer is assigned one program participant, or "athlete." A coach's job is to help athletes take part in different sports activities and to have a good time. Just before the athletes arrive and the session begins, coaches receive a profile with details about their athlete's abilities as well as helpful coaching hints for that particular athlete.
Young professionals are the core of KEEN’s volunteer base. Volunteering as a KEEN coach and interacting with the children athletes is an immensely rewarding experience. KEEN draws volunteers from several groups:
* Individuals (Young Professionals)
* High school students
* Corporate groups
* University groups
* Community Organizations
Young Professionals are the core of our volunteer base. Please do not be intimidated to volunteer if you cannot make a formal commitment due to time constraints. Volunteers are encouraged to show up to KEEN events whenever they are free.
If you are a high school student looking for community service hours, KEEN is an excellent program to get involved with. To get involved, please e-mail the KEEN-LA executive director at info@keenlosangeles.org
Corporate/University Groups are also welcome to volunteer at KEEN. Groups wishing to volunteer are asked to contact KEEN at info@keenlosangeles.org to reserve a date at least two weeks in advance.
How can I become a volunteer?
Volunteers must be at least 13 years of age. To volunteer, please go to our homepage and fill out a volunteer registration form.
After filling out the registration form, becoming a volunteer is easy:
1. Decide which KEEN program date fits your schedule.
2. Note the time for the New Volunteer Orientation held prior to each session
3. Wear comfortable clothes.
4. Show up and have fun!
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