Volunteers need no special background or experience; just a heart to serve and a desire to make a difference. Contact us today to learn more about the many volunteer opportunities available with VYJ!
Advocate for children
in the foster care system.
CASA Volunteer Recruiter
Educate caregivers in
relational trauma intervention.
TBRI® Program Director
Provide support and guidance
to youth in our community.
Mentoring Coordinator
Volunteer for teen Court or be a speaker at our Youth Diversion program.
Youth Programs Director
We have various events but Battle of the Gumbo Gladiators is our largest event and fundraiser. This is a gumbo cook-off that takes place at Festival Plaza in Shreveport during March each year. Our normal attendance is approximately 50 cooking teams and over 6,000 attendees.
– Gumbo Committee Member – Participate on our gumbo committee throughout the year –
– Day of Event Volunteer – Volunteer for one of the many spots we have available during the event. (approximately 4 hours) –
VYJ Director of Community Engagement
