VOLUNTEERS

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Volunteers are a vital part of Tonka United and are very much needed to make our club run smoothly. We fully appreciate the work that everyone does to help make our community positive and enjoyable! There are a variety of opportunities available to contribute your time and talents in and around Tonka United.

2026 WINTER REC LEAGUE

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2026 SPRING/SUMMER REC LEAGUE

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ADDITONAL SEASONAL / PROGRAM / ONGOING NEEDS

Competitive

  • Team Managers

Tournaments

  • Tonka Splash – many job roles

Fields/Maintenance

  • Field and goals set-up and take-down

Other

  • Pro bono, or skills-based donation of professional services (i.e., photography, technology, marketing, etc.)


Contact us at info@tonkaunited.org if you can volunteer your time/expertise outside of our traditional sign-up options.

RECREATION PROGRAM

VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS (Est. January 2023)

The Tonka United Recreation Program is volunteer-driven and has been for 45 successful years. In recent years, it has become harder to fill key roles: coaching, field support, concessions, and running our season-ending events. Due to this we have implemented a volunteer requirement, and a refundable deposit due at registration.


A $100 volunteer deposit (once per family per season) will be collected at registration and returned once your family completes a volunteer role. Families who choose not to volunteer may treat the deposit as an opt-out, which helps fund the staff needed to maintain our professional program standards.


This approach aligns with most youth sports programs and helps keep our league strong, connected, and community-focused.

VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENT INFORMATION

A $100 volunteer deposit is charged at seasonal registration. One shift per family is required.

  • Up to three coaches per team receive a 100% deposit refund
  • Most non-coaching shifts are 2–3 hours
  • Deposits are refunded to the original card after your shift is completed
  • Volunteer shift refunds are processed weekly
  • Coach refunds are processed two weeks before the season ends

VOLUNTEER FAQs

  • Multiple players in the program?

    Only one (1) volunteer shift is required per family regardless of the number of players registered in the Rec season.

  • Does a Volunteer Team Manager or Volunteer Parent Coach for a Competitive team get refunded for the Rec volunteer requirement?

    Yes, You are a current volunteer within the club and therefore exempt from needing to fulfill any additional volunteer hours. You will be refunded the $100 deposit (similarly to the Rostered Coaches for the Rec teams). Please email rec@tonkaunited.org to notify the Recreation Director if you are currently a Competitive Volunteer Team Manager or Parent Coach.

  • Does it matter which volunteer event I sign up for?

    No. You can sign up for any open shift listed on the Recreation SignUp Genius page.

  • How long are shifts?

    Volunteer shifts (outside of coaching) are generally 2-3 hours. Volunteer shifts may differ slightly but should not exceed 3 hours. There is no overlap from one shift to the next, so please be on time!  The time allocation is listed for each shift on the event sign-up.

  • Can I split a volunteer shift with someone else in my family?

    No. The shifts are only 2 to 3 hours long. If only one person cannot commit to the time frame of the shift, do not sign up and please select a shift that is better suited for your schedule.

  • Can I opt-out of my shift requirement?

    Yes, at the time you register your player for the season, you pay a $100 volunteer deposit fee. 

    • If you do not sign-up for a volunteer shift before the end of the season, you will be considered “opted-out of your volunteer requirement” and the deposit will not be refunded.

  • What happens if I don’t show up for my shift?

    We understand that things come up and schedules change, so if you are unable to make it to the shift you signed up for, please remove your name from the sign-up at least 72 hours in advance. The shift will “lock-in” 1 day prior. If you do not show up for your scheduled shift, you automatically forfeit your refund and are considered “opted-out of your volunteer requirement.”

  • What happens if I don’t complete my volunteer shift?

    If you do not complete a shift you signed up for, you automatically forfeit your refund and are considered “opted-out of your volunteer requirement.” Do not sign up for a shift you are not able to fully commit to and please select a shift that is better suited for your schedule.

  • Shifts filled up fast - will more be added?

    More shifts will be added as the season progresses but please look to sign up for any open or available slots first. Sometimes people will remove themselves from a shift.

  • Can my child work a shift?

    Most shifts are intended for ages 16 and older. If a shift is open to a person below the age of 16, it will be notated in the shift description. Though your chidren are okay to tag-along with you.

  • What if my shift is canceled due to weather, etc?

    You will be notified by Tonka United staff if you do not need to report for your scheduled shift due to weather or field conditions. Communications will be sent to the email used in SignUp Genius. You will not be required to sign up for another shift, and your refund will be processed.

Sharing your experiences, skills, passion, and time makes an impact in the experience for our players and families.

Thank you for your part in contributing to the success of our entire community.

WE APPRECIATE YOU!


For general questions about volunteerism at Tonka United, please email - info@tonkaunited.org