A Volunteer Youth Basketball Program Development Team Member is needed for our Non-Profit | Faith-Based Organization to help build and launch our FREE BASKETBALL PROGRAM FOR KIDS AND YOUTH!
Program Development Period: August 2026 – December 2026
Volunteer Commitment: Approximately 2 hours per week, flexible scheduling, primarily remote participation through Zoom meetings and collaborative planning.
About the Canadian Christian Recreational Association (CCRA)
The Canadian Christian Recreational Association (CCRA) is a faith-based organization dedicated to building community through sports, recreation, mentorship, leadership development, and spiritual growth.
We offer a variety of programs including youth and adult sports leagues, recreational clinics, workshops, leadership opportunities, outreach initiatives, and community programming designed to foster connection, confidence, teamwork, and personal growth in a Christ-centered environment.
Our mission is to inspire individuals and communities to grow in faith while promoting healthy, active lifestyles and meaningful relationships.
Volunteer Opportunity Overview
CCRA is currently seeking passionate volunteers to help us develop and launch a FREE Youth Basketball Program that will serve children and youth within our community.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals who enjoy program planning, youth development, sports administration, coaching, community outreach, and leadership.
Volunteers will help create a program that focuses on:
- Fundamental basketball skill development
- Confidence building
- Teamwork and sportsmanship
- Youth mentorship
- Leadership development
- Community engagement
- Faith-centered programming
- Accessible and affordable recreation opportunities
This is an exciting opportunity to help build a program from the ground up and make a lasting impact on children, youth, and families in our community.
Key Responsibilities:
Program Development & Planning
Volunteers will assist in developing the structure, goals, and vision for the basketball program. This may include helping determine age divisions, program formats, schedules, curriculum ideas, and participant experiences.
Facility Research & Community Partnerships
Volunteers will help identify potential gymnasiums, schools, churches, community centers, and underutilized basketball facilities that may be suitable for future programming.
Volunteers will help shape age-appropriate basketball programming for children and youth, including skill development clinics, recreational play opportunities, mentorship initiatives, and community engagement activities.
Volunteers may assist with community outreach efforts, participant recruitment strategies, partnership development, and helping spread awareness about the program.
Volunteers may help identify future coaches, mentors, referees, and community leaders who can contribute to the success of the basketball initiative.
Faith-Based Leadership:
As a faith-based organization, CCRA seeks to create environments where participants can grow physically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. Volunteers should be comfortable supporting Christian values and helping foster a welcoming, encouraging, and faith-centered atmosphere.
What We're Looking For:
- Interest in basketball and youth development
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Positive attitude and collaborative mindset
- Passion for serving children, youth, and families
- Experience with coaching, sports administration, recreation, education, community programs, or volunteer leadership is considered an asset
- Dependable and self-motivated individuals
- Interest in supporting a faith-based community initiative
What's In It For You:
- Opportunity to help build a new community sports program from the ground up
- Meaningful leadership and volunteer experience
- Experience in program development and community engagement
- Networking opportunities with community leaders and volunteers
- Opportunity to positively impact children, youth, and families
- Volunteer reference upon successful participation
- Volunteer hours available for school, co-op, and verification purposes
- Opportunity for future leadership, coaching, and program coordination roles within CCRA
This Is a Great Opportunity For:
- Basketball coaches
- Former players
- Teachers
- University and college students
- High school students seeking leadership experience
- Church leaders
- Parents
- Recreation professionals
- Community volunteers
- Individuals passionate about youth mentorship and community development
How to Apply:
Please send a brief introduction including:
- Your basketball background or interest in the sport
- Any coaching, leadership, volunteer, or program planning experience
- Why you are interested in helping develop this initiative
- Your general availability
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences are valued and respected. We believe that equity and diversity strengthen our community, and we strive to ensure that everyone has fair access to participate, contribute, and grow within our programs.
Guided by our faith, we seek to create spaces rooted in compassion, dignity, and belonging for all.
Join us as we work to build a meaningful basketball program that creates opportunities for youth to develop skills, confidence, friendships, leadership, and faith through sport.
Work Location: Remote
