Challenger Baseball Buddy
| Organization Details | |
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| Organization Name: | Challenger Baseball Manitoba |
| Address: | Winnipeg MB |
| Website: | http://www.manitobachallengerbaseball.ca |
| Organizational Description: | Challenger Baseball is an adaptive baseball program specifically designed for youth and adults living with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. The program is designed to teach athletes the core skills inherent to baseball, including teamwork, communication, determination, resiliency, and courage. Challenger Baseball ensures every athlete has the opportunity to play in a fun, safe, and supportive environment where they learn independence, connection, build confidence and self esteem. We remove barriers to create an inclusive community where athletes are valued and celebrated. |
| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 6217 |
| Description of Duties: | Challenger Baseball Manitoba is looking for volunteer buddies for the 2026 Spring baseball Season. As a buddy, you will be paired with 1-2 athletes, helping them participate in a baseball game while encouraging independence, teamwork, helping them reach their goals, and have fun. No prior baseball experience is required - just enthusiasm and a willingness to be a mentor, cheerleader, and friend. All Buddies 18 and over require a valid Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Abuse Check. When: Saturdays 10:00 am, May 2/26 to June 20/26 (8 weeks) Where: Options include Garden City Community Centre, Crescentwood Community Centre, Optimist Park (West Winnipeg), East St Paul Baseball Complex, and 17 Wing base. |
| Skills Required: | Expectations of a buddy
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| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Make a meaningful impact, build friendships, and be a part of an inclusive community. |
| Age: | 13-15, 16-17, 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Weekend |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg - Assiniboine South - River East - Seven Oaks - St. James-Assiniboia |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | Group - small, family and friends Group - large, corporate and schools Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit Are able to attend with a support person Uses a mobility device |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Certificate of recognition Supervision Training/Orientation |
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| Closing Date: | May 2, 2026 |
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