SKATE LIKE A GIRL
  • ABOUT
    • OUR MISSION
    • OUR TEAM
    • PRESS
    • FAQ + CONTACT >
      • HAVE A QUESTION?
    • PROGRAM TOOLKIT
    • 2022 ANNUAL REPORT
    • COVID POLICIES
    • REFUND POLICY
    • FINANCIAL AID
  • PROGRAMS BY CITY
    • SEATTLE
    • PORTLAND
    • SF BAY AREA
    • WOF 11 RECAP
    • SKATEBOARDING INCLUSIVITY COOPERATIVE (SIC)
    • LEARN TO SKATE AT HOME >
      • TUTORIAL VIDEOS
  • PROGRAMS BY TYPE
    • WT SESSIONS
    • YES Program
    • OVERNIGHT CAMP
    • YOUTH CLINICS
    • YOUTH SUMMER CAMP
    • COMMUNITY MEETUPS
    • ALLYSK8® TRAINING
    • SCHOOLS
  • GET INVOLVED
    • DONATIONS >
      • GET ON BOARD 2023
      • GEAR DONATION
      • CORPORATE / EMPLOYER MATCHING
      • GIVING TUESDAY 2022
      • SUPRISE ME! ART SHOW
    • EMPLOYMENT
    • VOLUNTEER
    • PARTNER
    • SPONSOR
    • NEWSLETTER SIGN-UP
    • COLLABS

YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SKATEBOARDING
(Y.E.S. PROGRAM)

The Y.E.S. Program gives teens the opportunity to gain professional skills through skateboarding and make a positive impact in their community, all while earning service hours. 
​
Now accepting applicants for the 2023 cohort.
​Apply by March 19, 2023. 
Space is limited.



2023 Overview

April-June = Training

June-August = Volunteer and Team Building Activities

September = End of Service trip
Thank you for your interest in applying for the YES program! Applications did officially close, however, we encourage teens to still apply, as their late application may be considered for the Summer 2023 cohort, or other future cohorts.
CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT A LATE APPLICATION
What is the time commitment for YES?

The YES program commitment includes attending workshops/trainings and supporting at programs/events, for a total of 50 hours of volunteer service. Some YES trainings/workshops are virtual, however all volunteering will be in person. Anticipate volunteering about 35 hours in person. 

Not all of our dates and locations are solidified as of yet but we can give you a brief overview the expectations and the opportunities we will have available.

It is completely up to the volunteer to sign up for what day, time, and location they can show up to work. 


Volunteer opportunities include: 
  • Summer camps
    • June - August
    • Monday - Friday
    • 9:00-12:00 or 9:00-4:00 depending on the day and location
  • Community meetups
  • Youth Clinics
  • Women and/or Trans Sessions

Trainings are mandatory and include:
  • Orientation (Tentatively a weekday evening in early May 7:00-8:30 PM) 1.5 hours
  • Virtual Ally Sk8 (5/30/23 6:00-8:00 PM) 2 hours
  • Virtual Camp Training (6/6/23 6:00-8:00 PM) 2 hours
  • In-person Camp Training (June - date depends on chapter city) 
  • Virtual Career Skills Training (6/20/23 5:30-8:30) 3 hours
  • Heads Up Training (Done online at your own pace)
  • Virtual Financial Literacy Training (7/25/23 5:30-8:30) 3 hours
  • Career Panel (TBD Depending on Chapter City)
  • Overnight skate Trip in the beginning of September if 50 hours are completed


Team Building Activities are optional, depending on chapter, city there will be 1-5 activities



Picture
Picture
Picture
CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT A LATE APPLICATION
DOWNLOAD THE BROCHURE

YES PROGRAM EST. 2011


YES PROGRAM OVERVIEW VIDEO

SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER
HAVE A QUESTION OR INQUIRY? CLICK HERE TO GET IN TOUCH WITH US

CONTACT / FAQ
FINANCIAL AID
PROGRAM ​REFUND POLICY
Skate Like a Girl is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. ​Employer ID Number (Tax Identification Number): 26-2500555
  • ABOUT
    • OUR MISSION
    • OUR TEAM
    • PRESS
    • FAQ + CONTACT >
      • HAVE A QUESTION?
    • PROGRAM TOOLKIT
    • 2022 ANNUAL REPORT
    • COVID POLICIES
    • REFUND POLICY
    • FINANCIAL AID
  • PROGRAMS BY CITY
    • SEATTLE
    • PORTLAND
    • SF BAY AREA
    • WOF 11 RECAP
    • SKATEBOARDING INCLUSIVITY COOPERATIVE (SIC)
    • LEARN TO SKATE AT HOME >
      • TUTORIAL VIDEOS
  • PROGRAMS BY TYPE
    • WT SESSIONS
    • YES Program
    • OVERNIGHT CAMP
    • YOUTH CLINICS
    • YOUTH SUMMER CAMP
    • COMMUNITY MEETUPS
    • ALLYSK8® TRAINING
    • SCHOOLS
  • GET INVOLVED
    • DONATIONS >
      • GET ON BOARD 2023
      • GEAR DONATION
      • CORPORATE / EMPLOYER MATCHING
      • GIVING TUESDAY 2022
      • SUPRISE ME! ART SHOW
    • EMPLOYMENT
    • VOLUNTEER
    • PARTNER
    • SPONSOR
    • NEWSLETTER SIGN-UP
    • COLLABS