Be part of a strong start.
Strong Start relies on dedicated volunteers to mentor, coach, tutor, support events, and provide professional expertise that helps student athletes overcome financial and personal barriers. Every volunteer plays a role in helping young people feel seen, supported, and encouraged.
Make a Difference in a Young Athlete’s Life
Whether you can give a few hours each month or take on a more consistent role, your involvement creates meaningful opportunities for students who need support the most. Strong Start volunteers help strengthen programs, remove barriers, and build the kind of community every young athlete deserves.
How You Can Help
Volunteers come from many backgrounds, including coaches, mentors, tutors, counselors, trainers, educators, business professionals, and parents. If you have a heart for helping the next generation, there is a place for you here.
- Mentoring or tutoring students
- Coaching or athletic training
- Supporting Strong Start events
- Offering financial literacy or mental health support
- Helping with transportation or logistics
- Providing photography, videography, or administrative help
Why Your Support Matters
Many student athletes face obstacles that reach far beyond the field. Volunteers help close those gaps by providing encouragement, consistency, and practical support.
Encouragement
Some students do not have consistent support around them. A caring volunteer can become a steady source of motivation and belief.
Guidance
Academic support, life skills, and mentorship help student athletes stay confident, eligible, and focused on their future.
Community
Volunteers help create a positive environment where student athletes feel safe, valued, and connected to something bigger than themselves.
- Encouraging students who may not have consistent support at home
- Providing academic guidance to help them stay confident and eligible
- Offering mentorship that strengthens character and leadership
- Helping cover program, event, and transportation needs
- Creating a safe, positive community for youth to grow
Join Our Volunteer Team
No matter your schedule or skill set, there is a way to help. Together, we can make sure every young athlete has the opportunity to succeed on the field, in the classroom, and in life.
Volunteer Interest Form
Please complete the form below. A member of our team will follow up and help match your interests with available volunteer opportunities.