Volunteer Opportunities and Board Positions
We list volunteer opportunities and open board positions in the Kansas City region. Browse the list to find nonprofit organizations in need of individual and group volunteers, as well as skilled board members.
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Birthday Connections
Birthday Connections empowers families with the resources to celebrate their children's birthdays.
Virtual Admin Assistant
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium - Docent Volunteer Program (Unpaid)
The purpose of the Docent volunteer program is to enhance the guest experience through welcoming and engaging interactions around the Zoo & Aquarium. Docents assist the Zoo's Conservation & Education Department by providing educational experiences for visitors and the community that reflect current information about conservation, the natural world, and its diversity.
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April 10th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
April 17th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
March 17th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
Drivers and Driver Assistants
Flourish is looking for a few folks with flexible weekday schedules to help us get donations picked up. Most shifts are only 1-4 hours and offer flexibility. Help transform lives by driving or assisting our drivers in picking up home furnishings and essentials for families right here in Kansas City. NO CDL required for driver or driver's assistant position. Annual DOT physical required, paid for by Flourish.
Pick up Donations all around the metro!
Northland Symphony Orchestra Association Events Chair
Work with the arts community in the Northland to provide free, quality orchestra performances. We are seeking an events chair to help our fundraising efforts and organize our events.
Events Chair
Museum Monitor
Monitor museum galleries and ensure a safe experience for visitors by enforcing Rabbit hOle rules and policies.
Front Desk Help
We need help greeting and checking in guests along with other administrative front desk duties, including answering phones, emails, and sorting paperwork. This is a great volunteer opportunity for someone who wants to interact directly with our guests in a fun, fast paced environment. Telephone, computer, and multitasking skills required. Choose your shift! Hours are 8am-1pm, Tues, Wed, Thurs, and Sat
Help our families Flourish!
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Group Volunteer Opportunities: Support or Design-A-Drive
At CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties, in-kind donations are crucial to providing children and families with the resources they need to thrive. One of the ways you and your group can help is by supporting or organizing a donation drive to support CASA’s mission.
April 2nd - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
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Kansas City Roller Warriors
KCRW is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit roller derby sports organization and one of the founding members of WFTDA. We have current openings on our Board, and seek members with a variety of skills & experience, particularly in the areas of legal, financial, real estate, and interpersonal expertise. Candidates must be committed to fostering cultural change to support our efforts to be anti-racist, trans-inclusive, and encouraging of interpersonal growth. See our full description for the link to our Interest Form.
Join the KCRW Board of Directors!
March 13th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
March 5th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
March 4th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
March 3rd - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
Life Unlimited's Adopt-A-Home Program
Life Unlimited's houses stretch across the metro and need assistance with external care, general upkeep, and maintenance.
Adopt A Home Today!
Marketing Volunteer
We are seeking a passionate and experienced marketing professional to help amplify our nonprofit's mission of providing resources for families to celebrate their children's birthdays
Birthday Connections
Board Members Needed
If you are passionate about seeing children reunited with their parents and have a heart to help likeminded individuals we can use your help. We need volunteers to do deep cleaning at our two home and board members with accounting and grant writing experience. Please contact Colleen Huff at 816-509-4054.
We are looking for Board Members who are passionate about seeing families reunified.
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Black Repertory Theatre of Kansas City
Our board members champion the importance of exceptional board leadership and believe that a strong and effective board is needed to fully realize its potential for good..
A theatre designed to impact the Kansas City community by telling stories of the Black experience.
March 6th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
March 6th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
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Flourish needs help on the Dock!
Help! We need more people to help us turn houses into cozy, comfortable homes. By loading furniture on to moving trucks and accepting incoming donations, you will be changing the lives of those in your community that are overcoming housing instability. Moderate to heavy lifting required. Opportunities available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 8:30am-12:30pm
Help load outgoing and accept incoming donations for families in need in Kansas City
Board Member for the Northland Symphony Orchestra- Grants Committee
The Northland Symphony orchestra is looking for board members with a passion for supporting the arts in Kansas City.
Help support the arts in Kansas City!
Birthday Connections
We need volunteers to pick up the birthday packages and sweet treats to deliver to our partner agencies
Pick up and Delivery
Volunteers Needed at the Folly Theater
Since the Folly reopened in 1981, the Grand Lady of Twelfth Street has relied on dedicated volunteers to give their time and keep her shining. Today the Folly hosts over 100 performances a year and the demand for volunteers, both in the theater and the office, is higher than ever. If you wish to share in the common love of music, our history, or just desire to give back to the community in a historically relevant way, we invite you to join our team!
Make Friends. Give Back. Love The Arts.
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Showroom Host/Stocker
Help families in need shop for home essentials
Help families in need shop for home essentials!
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Board Member for Wildwood Outdoor Education Center
Wildwood brings KC kids outside to learn and grow together, especially low-income youth who have less opportunities for summer outdoor learning due to income inequality, transportation needs, or awareness. We are seeking a board member with expertise in technology, youth health and mental health, or insurance industries.
Kids Grow Better Outside
Be-Friending
CDD needs volunteers to participate in its Be-Friending program. We match our individuals with friends in the KC community to facilitate an engaging, healthy and fun lifestyle for our individuals. Please reach out to Zandt Durham for more information.
February 25th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
Board Member for the Northland Symphony Orchestra- Fundraising Committee
The Northland Symphony orchestra is looking for board members with a passion for supporting the arts in Kansas City.
Help support the arts in Kansas City!
Volunteer at The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures
We house the toy and doll collection of Mary Harris Francis and the fine-scale miniatures of Barbara Marshall. Located in the Historic Tureman mansion, the museum was founded in the early 1980s and has been brought to national prominence in recent years. Our professional staff is looking to collaborate with volunteers to provide a delightful and informative experience to museum-goers.
Storytellers and Museum-Goers Join Us!
Hospital Hill Run benefitting Children's Mercy Kansas City
Support runners when they need it most and be part of this iconic Kansas City event that promotes health, fitness, and community spirit. Whether you're cheering on participants at an aid station, assisting runners at the finish line, or directing traffic as a course monitor, your time and effort will be truly appreciated. Join us in making this year's run an unforgettable day while connecting with fellow volunteers and celebrating the heart of Kansas City!
Come celebrate the 52nd running of “The Kansas City Running Tradition!”
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Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown!
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
Northland Symphony Orchestra Association Board of Directors- Marketing Committee
The Northland Symphony orchestra is looking for board members with a passion for supporting the arts in Kansas City.
Marketing Committee
Long Term Volunteers Needed
Long term volunteering opportunity
It's more than volunteering. It's making a child's voice heard.
February 28th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
April 3rd - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
April 1st - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
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Kansas City Municipal Court Friends of Specialty Courts Board of Directors
The Kansas City Municipal Court Friends of Specialty Courts (501(c)3) is looking for board members that want to have a direct positive impact on the lives of those struggling with substance use and mental health issues. Board members will have a role in the distribution of donated funds for specialty court participants to use for necessities that are not covered by grants or court funding.
Have a direct, positive impact on the lives of those struggling with mental health and substance use!
Birthday Connections
Birthday Connections empowers families with the resources to celebrate their children's birthdays
Board of Directors
Kansas City Invention Convention - Judges Needed!
Are you passionate about supporting STEM initiatives for Kanas City youth? Foster the next generation of inventors by volunteering as a judge at Kanas City Invention Convention on April 10, 2025! As a KCIC judge, you'll ask questions, assess projects using a rubric, and provide positive feedback to students. Judges scores help us identify our outstanding young local inventors who go on to represent Kansas City at the Invention Convention Nationals!
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Spirit Gala Committee - Cornerstones of Care
Join the Cornerstones of Care Spirit Gala Committee and help drive the impact of this year's Spirit Gala, which benefits programs that keep children safe and families together.
Join in planning an unforgettable evening that benefits youth and families!
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Individual Volunteer Opportunity: Become an Advocate at CASA of Johnson & Wyandotte Counties
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) are appointed by the judges in each county to advocate for the best interests of a child in foster care. CASAs meet with the child or children on a regular basis, consult with professionals, including the foster care workers, attorneys, and schools, as well as gather information from family members and foster placements. CASAs spend an average of 10-12 hours per month on their assigned case.
April 23rd - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
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March 28th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
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Team of 2 to Deliver Groceries to Senior Apartments
Team of 2 to Deliver Groceries to Senior Apartments
March 10th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
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2025 Green Team Workdays
Volunteer to pick up litter, remove honeysuckle and care for fruit trees.
Looking for volunteers
April 30th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
KC DiversAbility College & Career Fair
Join us as a volunteer at the KC DiversAbility College and Career Fair, where you’ll play a vital role in creating an inclusive and impactful experience by assisting attendees, supporting vendors, and helping young people with disabilities connect with life-changing opportunities in education, employment, and services!
American Cancer Society Kansas City Board Membership
The American Cancer Society's Kansas City Chairman’s Circle (CC) is intended to provide a diverse executive leadership forum for advancing the our life-saving mission. This advocacy includes assisting ACS staff by promoting program priorities and informing the public about ACS organizational priorities. Chairman’s Circle members will be asked to assist by advancing mission priorities, securing financial support, recognizing key contributors and building relationships with community leaders.
Our mission is to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer.
March 28th - Help Students Run a City for the Day - Junior Achievement BizTown
Spend a fun day with local students.
Help educate students on financial literacy, work and career readiness and entrepreneurial mindset through a real-world simulation.
NICE - iBuild Showcase
Many volunteers are needed for this event and we truly appreciate your time and effort to work with our young people through the iBuild Showcase. We need volunteers who are willing to act as judges for Institute for Shaping the Built Environment, Superintendents to monitor exhibitor stations, Bus volunteers to assist with loading and unloading activities, and volunteers to assist with miscellaneous efforts.
Building Careers. Building Communities.
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