Funny you should ask! It is way too simple. Ask to be a volunteer, and you shall be a volunteer! Told you it was simple -- Just Ask. Many people do not realize that AYSO is a non-profit organization that is run STRICTLY by volunteers. This means EVERYONE doing EVERYTHING is on a volunteer basis. It takes a lot to run a region, but it is very gratifying work. Please volunteer to help out.

What are Volunteers?
People who give freely of their time and talent to a worthwhile group or cause. A volunteer is someone who believes that people make a difference and is willing to prove it.

Who are AYSO Volunteers?
Coaches, referees, registrars, fundraisers, field markers, publicists, treasurers, administrators - many, many dedicated people all contributing their time and efforts to make AYSO a premier soccer program for kids!

Why are Volunteers so vital?
People power runs AYSO. Volunteers strengthen AYSO by giving their time, energy, ideas and ideals. AYSO happens because of our volunteers!

Who can be one?
Moms, dads, sisters, brothers, grandparents, even friends. AYSO needs volunteers who want to help make our soccer program a fun experience for kids - women and men, young folks, middle-aged folks and the "young at heart!" As we say, "Everyone Plays" in AYSO and that means that everyone has something to contribute to the program. Our volunteers contribute:
special skills or abilities
time
energy
...themselves

What do Volunteers do?
They do what is needed to make the program work. They:
coach teams
stuff envelopes
referee games
pay Region bills
make sure the fields are ready for play
take registrations
raise funds
schedule games
bandage knees
put up registration posters and take pictures
run meetings
take care of computer-related matters
...make a difference

What do you get as an AYSO Volunteer?
AYSO Volunteers make new friends. They learn new skills. They develop their creativity. They investigate new careers. They enrich their lives by growing from their experiences. Plus, it's a lot of fun!

How can I participate in this vital role?
It's easy. Talk to your child's coach, talk to your Regional Commissioner or any of the Region's board members. They will be very helpful - and very grateful - to find the right job for you.

Take that first step, become involved in your Region and discover the Power of Volunteers.