Teens who want to make a difference should check out the Findlay YMCA Leaders Club. This program gives middle school and high school students a chance to give back to their community while making friends and building their communication skills. “A lot of teens aren’t active and they’re not socializing with people,” said Richie Van Hoose, the YMCA Leaders Club coordinator. “The Leaders Club helps teens emotionally by giving them a better perspective.” Open to teens in grades 7 through 12, the Leaders Club meets two Wednesdays each month during the school year from 6 to 6:30 pm. Participants learn about volunteer opportunities at the YMCA and in Findlay and can pick the need that appeals to them. Past activities have included helping out in the YMCA’s childcare center, keeping score at basketball games, and painting and cleaning at the YMCA.
To learn more about the YMCA Leaders Club, call 419-422-4424 or visit www.FindlayYMCA.org.
