YMCA of the Fox Cities - Neenah-Menasha YMCA

YMCA of the Fox Cities - Neenah-Menasha YMCA

110 W. North Water Street

Neenah, WI 54956

www.ymcafoxcities.org

Non-Profit [501 (c)(3) status]

Mission: To put Christian principles into practice by promoting youth, adult and family activities that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Clientele: Serve all ages from youth through seniors.

Services: Variety of programs and services for all ages including, but not limited to: health & wellness, sports, arts & humanities, aquatics, active older adult programming, child care, camps and special events.

Internship Description (120 Hours): Students will learn about the basics of not-for-profit work including, but limited to budgeting, fundraising, programming, special events and work with volunteers and staff. General overview of all programs and services that the Y provides. Students will have the ability to complete a project based on the needs of the Y and the interest of the individual.

Items that may be covered include:

• Budgeting

• Staff Meetings

• Surveys

• Marketing

• Publications

• Program and Special Event Planning

Advanced Internship Description (280 Hours): Students will learn about the basics of not-for-profit work including, but limited to budgeting, fundraising, programming, special events and work with volunteers and staff. General overview of all programs and services that the Y provides and ability to get more in-depth in specific program areas, including those of interest to the student. Students will have the ability to complete a project based on the needs of the Y and the interest of the individual.

Items that may be covered include:

• Budgeting

• Staff Meetings

• Fundraising/Grant Writing

• Board and Committee Meetings

• Surveys

• Marketing

• Publications

• Program and Special Event Planning

Leadership Experience: Can be tailored to the individual students interest. Some possible leadership experiences would include:

  • Participation in Board and Committee Meetings

  • Participation in Staff Meetings

  • Leading Staff Meetings

  • Setting Meeting Agendas

  • Recording Meeting Minutes

  • Participation in specialized projects and groups

  • Leadership role in a department of interest

Availability: Spring, Fall, Summer, Days, Evenings, Weekends

Category: Health and Wellness