Volunteering - Frequently Asked Questions

Who can volunteer?

Anyone can apply to become a volunteer. All parents of children involved in Little League Baseball are strongly encouraged to volunteer. As a parent, volunteer, you have the opportunity to spend quality time with your child in a safe, fun-filled environment. Oftentimes, parent and child social lives parallel each other. Volunteering allows your life and your child's life to intersect on common ground, with shared interests and goals.

What volunteer positions are there?

There are a wide variety of volunteer positions, so you can choose one that fits your schedule and interest. Positions include: Board of Directors, Managers, Coaches, Assistant Coaches, Field Prep, Team Parent, Team Photographer, Team Safety Officer, Team Scorekeepers, Umpires and general volunteers who assist the Managers and Coaches on an as needed basis.

What experience do I need to become a volunteer?

No experience is required to become a volunteer. Most of the volunteer opportunities require little or no training. We will provide you with any necessary training (as well as support and encouragement), as deemed necessary.

How can I apply to become a volunteer?

During the registration process, select the volunteer position that you are interested in and League official or your child’s manager/coach will contact you.

Does every volunteer have to have a background check done?

Yes. As part of Little  League Baseball Regulation I (b) and I(c) 8 & 9 all local Little Leagues are required to conduct background checks on managers, coaches, board of directors members and any other persons, volunteers or hired workers, who provide regular service to the league and/or have repetitive access to, or contact with, players or teams.

Where can I find the Volunteer form?

The form can be found at the bottom of this page or here.

How do I submit the form?

You can submit them online, or email your documents to brsllhelp@gmail.com or mail them to BRSLL, PO Box 1, Belmont, CA 94002.

Why do you need my SSN on the volunteer form?

The background checks are conducted by accessing the National Criminal and Sex Offenders registries. Matches are done based on SSN.  

For how long will you keep my form?

Per Little League regulations, all forms will be kept securely for the duration of the little league season. At the end of the season, all forms are destroyed.

I submitted a volunteer form last year. Do I have to submit one again this year?

Yes. Forms are to be submitted annually for each season that an individual volunteers with the league.

Is it possible that I could be denied the opportunity to volunteer?

On rare occasions, Little League, through District Administrators and your local Board of Directors, may deny individuals the privilege of volunteering for reasons, past or present that may be detrimental to the positive development of young people, other volunteers, and/or Little League International. When you apply to become a volunteer, you give the local Little League organization the right to conduct necessary background checks.

I have more questions!

Email us at registrar@brsll.org!