Volunteer Requirement

In September of 2008, ZHAA membership approved a motion requiring all member families to volunteer a minimum of two hours to the association from September 1 - July 31. This requirement was put before the board and passed unanimously due to the growing amount of work necessary to run the organization, combined with a widespread lack of willing volunteers.

ZHAA is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization, not affiliated with -- or funded by -- any other public or private organization. The success of our organization is directly tied to the generosity of parents who kindly give their time and skills.

At registration, a $50 check will be required from each family. Once a member family fulfills it's volunteer obligation, this check will be returned UNCASHED.

Typically, ZHAA members will select their volunteer option at registration. Registration forms will list a wide variety of areas from which to volunteer. A master volunteer sheet will also be available during open registration.

A considerable amount of planning and work is carried out throughout the year. A member's two-hour volunteer requirement can be fulfilled at any time during the year, beginning September 1.

Please visit our Committee page to see what type of work is required to help organize and execute a successful season and to see where you may be able to help. Simply contact any of the committee heads to volunteer.

Members not signing up for a specific volunteer task may be assigned a task where needed. However, all efforts will be made to accommodate a family's wishes and time considerations. ZHAA will do its best to match a member with an area of need.

The association is also always looking for electricians, plumbers, carpenters, accountants and others who are willing to donate their professional expertise and time.

If you have any questions, pleases contact any ZHAA board member.