Help us help them
We’re the village you’ve been waiting for.
Volunteering at YMUW is hard work, hugely rewarding, educational and fun. Share your time and experience with the next generation.
We are the men we’ve been waiting for.
You’ll probably never have a better experience working with a large group of men devoted to each other’s success and well-being. The reward for your service is personal growth for yourself while helping the next generation of young men enjoy meaningful and productive lives.
Whether you’re a returning volunteer, a graduate, a parent or someone who wants to give back, get in touch to find out more about volunteering.
A place to contribute
Many hands. One weekend.
Mentoring & leadership
Support young men through the experience, working with the Leadership team and its training program.
Food & hospitality
Help the kitchen and hospitality teams take care of the community.
Setup & production
Help prepare the site and bring the activities, equipment and practical details together.
Role areas drawn from the original volunteer page. Current openings, requirements and training dates are confirmed by the volunteer team.
Respect. Integrity. Celebration.
Our mentors prepare with the YMUW Leadership team. They are united in their high regard for the values YMUW espouses: respect, intelligence, gallantry, celebration and integrity.
The original site describes adult production volunteering for men over 21, with separate opportunities for returning graduates. Contact us to confirm the right role, eligibility and commitment for the coming weekend.
Beyond the weekend
A tradition of service.
YMUW volunteers have helped with community projects, restoration work and mentoring outside our own events. Since 2004, Operation Elf has collected and delivered holiday presents to families in need.
Our community also remembers the contributions of Fred Vesey and co-founder Steven Smulewitz. Their commitment to caring for young men, and for the volunteers themselves, remains part of the YMUW story.
The next Ultimate Weekend
June 17–20, 2027
Eco-Camp Berryessa · Napa, California
Registration opens soon.