OIL CITY, Pa. — The Oil City YMCA will be hosting an open house to highlight the Community Youth Volunteer Program on Monday night.

OPEN HOUSE: December 12, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.—Enjoy Pizza!

At the Open House, Community Youth Volunteer Director Emma Davis will speak about the program and the ways youth can serve in their community.

“The Community Youth Volunteer Program allows youth to gain experience with community organizations and job readiness.  The program is a great resume builder and youth can earn gift cards while serving in the community,” said Emma Davis, Community Youth Volunteer Coordinator and YMCA Wellness Director.

The Community Youth Volunteer Program is open to  Venango County youth between the ages of 10 and 18. Participants in the program earn “time dollars” for each hour they volunteer up to 80 hours in a calendar year. The “time dollars” are credited to the volunteer’s account at the rate of $4 an hour. The value of the hours volunteered can be redeemed for gift cards which can be used at participating area businesses.

Youth and their parents attending the Community Youth Volunteer Open House will learn more about the program and all the volunteer opportunities.

For more information, please contact the Community Youth Volunteer Coordinator, Emma Davis, at 814-677-3000.