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!



The benefits of being a Folly Volunteer include:

• The opportunity to see a wide genre of world-class entertainment


• A monthly calendar with news of upcoming events and activities


• Special pre-sale offers and discounted tickets to Folly presented events


• Recognition programs including an annual party, awards, monthly prizes, and other social activities


• Free parking in the garage next door during performances


• The personal satisfaction and positive feeling of knowing you are helping to preserve a Kansas City treasure for generations to come


• Training session to learn various historical ins and outs of the theater, usher protocol, and safety measures

In 1982, toy and miniature collectors Mary Harris Francis and Barbara Hall Marshall established a museum on the University of Missouri-Kansas City campus. Today, The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a volunteer Board of Directors responsible for governance, fiscal, and internal operations oversight. 

 

The Museum has the world’s largest fine-scale miniature collection and one of the nation’s largest historic toy collections on public display. The Museum’s mission is to educate, inspire, and delight people of all ages by collecting, displaying, and interpreting toys and miniatures that illuminate diverse narratives and cultural heritage.

 

Community members are invited to volunteer for positions on Board Committees. Committee members are expected to:

• Support the Museum’s mission, vision, values and policies.


• Prepare for scheduled meetings by reading all meeting materials; and notify the Museum’s Executive Director if unable to attend a meeting.


• Advocate/act as an ambassador for Museum programs and needs.


• Help identify personal connections beneficial to Museum fundraising.


• Attend Museum programs and exhibition events.


• Serve the original term appointed to, and consider continuing service.


• Participate actively in committees and complete assignments made at meetings. 

If you are interested in serving as a Community Member of a Committee (Learning & Engagement, Building & Grounds, Fundraising, etc.), please email a brief cover letter explaining your interest, and a resume to Interim Executive Director Susan Stanton at susanstanton@toyandminiaturemuseum.org.

 

The Museum is also seeking to fill vacancies (3-year terms) on the Board of Directors. Contact Susan for more information on volunteering.

VOLUNTEERING AT T/M - contact Rachel Wathen, Museum Educator/Volunteers and Group Tours

Are you a storyteller with a passion for art and history who, more importantly, loves sharing that passion with others? Then come volunteer at The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures! Volunteers are vital community partners who support T/m’s mission to educate, inspire, and delight.

All volunteers enjoy special benefits such as 20% off in the museum store, special invites to exhibit openings and volunteer appreciation events, first-hand museum experience, and a connection to a vibrant volunteer community.

VOLUNTEER ROLES

• T/m volunteers communicate primarily with the Museum Educator/Volunteers and Group Tours
• Volunteer Opportunities Include:
  • Leading Guided Tours (Docents)
  • Staffing and Prepping Educational Programs
  • Providing Educational "Pop-Up" Programs in the Galleries
  • Assisting with Development/Marketing

REQUIREMENTS

• Pass a background check
• Training on T/m's history and collection
• Commitment to one shift every three months

 

Minimum Expectations

It is expected all Chairman’s Circle members:

1. Attend and participate in scheduled meetings. (minimum of 3 out of 4 annually)
2. Active engagement on one of the Chairman’s Circle subcommittees.
3. Support the actions of the Chairman’s Circle as one.
4. Connect to local community volunteers.
5. Leverage contacts and relationships to grow the society’s revenue and advance its mission.
6. Be current with ACS cancer screening guidelines that are appropriate to each individual (colorectal cancer, breast cancer, nontobacco user, etc.)
7. Members, either individually or through their business, will make an annual minimum membership donation of $5,000.00. Become a member of American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS-CAN). Minimum annual cost is $10.00 renewed annually.

Specific Duties:

1. Understand and advocate the mission and objectives of the organization.
2. Support, individually and collectively, ACS decisions and enterprise policies.
3. Identify opportunities and resources to advance the Society’s mission.
4. Set annual membership goals and evaluate progress on a regular basis.
5. Personally support and/or otherwise engage in one of ACS’s annual events.
6. Actively support American Cancer Society community events, committees and/or projects.

Heartland Center is seeking new board members to fill three empty positions. We are looking for those that are in line with the mission of our organization: Heartland Center for Behavioral Change provides behavioral healthcare and substance use disorder services to help individuals lead healthier, happier, more productive lives.

Below is the job description for Board Members:



Heartland Center for Behavioral Change Board Member Job Description

Term:             Three (3) years, renewable twice

Reports to:    Board of Directors

Estimated Time Requirements:

                Board meetings -2 hours a month                                                                            24 hours per year

                Annual board retreats                                                                                              4-8 hours per year

                Special meetings                                                                                                         4 hours per year

                Committee work                                                                                               10-24 hours per year 

                Miscellaneous events, preparation for meetings                                                   8-14 hours per year

                Total Time Commitment                                                                                     50-74 hours per year

Expectations:

Participate in all board meetings

Participate in annual board retreat and other special meetings

Serve on and participate in at least one board committee

Attend occasional organizational events (social, educational, site tours, etc.)

See also Board Governance Policies 3.0 to 3.12 and list of board member responsibilities

 

Join the KC Jazz ALIVE Board of Directors

Help advocate, elevate, and amplify the Kansas City jazz scene.

KC Jazz ALIVE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2013 that brings together artists, venues, educators, students, and enthusiasts to strengthen and showcase Kansas City’s vibrant jazz ecosystem. Our community work includes year‑round convenings and the signature Spotlight: Charlie Parker series each August celebrating the life and legacy of Charlie “Bird” Parker. We’re recruiting board members who love jazz, care about Kansas City, and are ready to serve. 

Who We Are

Our acronym A.L.I.V.E. captures how we serve the scene: Awareness, Listening, Ideas, Voice, and Exposure. We envision Kansas City as a premier destination for jazz—where career musicians can thrive, venues succeed, and audiences of all ages are engaged. 

What You’ll Do (Board Member Responsibilities)

• Governance & Strategy: Guide organizational goals, uphold fiduciary duties, and champion our mission across the community. 
• Ambassadorship: Represent KC Jazz ALIVE with partners, funders, and civic leaders; help amplify programs like Spotlight: Charlie Parker. 
• Fundraising & Resource Development: Make a personal annual contribution and help open doors to donors, sponsors, and community supporters. (See “Time & Giving Commitments” below.) 
• Committee Work & Events: Serve on at least one committee and support events through attendance, outreach, and inviting guests. 

Time & Giving Commitments

• Board Meetings: Second Wednesday of August, September, October, February, and April, typically 6:00–7:00 p.m. CT, held in person or via Google Meet. 
• Personal Annual Giving: Recommended minimum $500 donation; board members also purchase their own event tickets and actively assist with fundraising. 
• Committee Participation: Between meetings, contribute to committee work aligned to your skills (e.g., fundraising, marketing, education, finance/governance, partnerships). (Committee cadence varies by project.)

Location: Kansas City metro preferred; remote participation is possible for portions of the year.
Term: 3 years, with two consecutive.

Who You Are (Qualifications)

• A champion for jazz and the Kansas City arts community. 
• Experience or strong interest in one or more of the following: fundraising & sponsorships, community partnerships, marketing/PR, event production, arts education, finance/accounting, nonprofit governance, legal, or technology.
• Collaborative and community‑minded—you listen, contribute ideas, and elevate diverse voices across artists, venues, educators, and audiences. 

What You’ll Gain

• A front‑row role in shaping the future of KC jazz, meaningful relationships across the scene, and the satisfaction of helping the ecosystem thrive—from artists and venues to students and lifelong fans. 

How to Apply

• Express interest: Visit kcjazzalive.org/get-involved and use the contact options there to share a brief note about your background and areas of interest. 
• Questions? Learn more about our mission and programs at kcjazzalive.org. 

KC Jazz ALIVE is committed to inclusion and equal opportunity. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences who share a passion for jazz and community.

The Kansas City Roller Warriors (KCRW) is seeking interested individuals for open seats on our

Board of Directors. KCRW is a flat-track roller derby league that was founded in 2004 and is

one of the founding members of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA). We are

a 501(c)(3) nonprofit sports organization that is committed to developing its players, coaches,

referees, and volunteers to excel at the sport of roller derby while inspiring them to be leaders

who provide safe, empowering, inclusive opportunities for our community. More information on

KCRW is available at https://www.kcrollerwarriors.org/.

Board members are responsible for attending regularly scheduled meetings, providing

organizational governance and support for our league leadership, participating on board

committees, staying informed on organizational activities, and working in good faith with board

members and league members to achieve our goals. Our board needs a variety of skills and

experience, with a particular emphasis in the areas of legal, financial, real estate, and

interpersonal expertise.

Collectively, the board embraces a culture of inquiry, values transparency, accountability, and

safety, and recognizes the importance of owning mistakes and celebrating hard work. These

values are the foundation for our interactions with board members, league members,

volunteers, and the communities we seek to serve. Additionally, board members must have a

demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with preferred experience in

fostering cultural change to support an organization that seeks to be anti-racist, trans-inclusive,

and encouraging of the interpersonal growth of our board, league members, and volunteers.

The Board Recruitment Committee is accepting inquiries. If interested, please fill out our Board

of Directors Interest Form, available at https://forms.gle/LEaMooUmGUMUGz6o6. Thank you for your time and consideration. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our current Board Chair at boardchair@kcrollerwarriors.org.

Best wishes,

The KCRW Board Recruitment Committee

The Kansas City Rose Society holds a noble legacy as stewards of the Laura Conyers Smith Municipal Rose Garden in Loose Park since 1931. 

Our Board of Directors plays a vital leadership role in supporting the rose garden, public events and educational programs like Rose Day, Wine & Roses, and rose garden education. Current board members bring diverse expertise—from rose gardening and nonprofit fundraising to event coordination and community engagement.

Who We Are Looking For

Board members share a love for roses and service to the community. We're seeking individuals with:

• A background in nonprofit governance, horticulture, education, outreach, or fundraising

• Enthusiasm for representing the Society at events and engaging with diverse audiences

• A commitment to helping preserve and expand our rose garden and programs

What You’ll Do

As a board member, you'll:

• Attend 6 board meetings per year and participate in Rose Society events and activities. events

• Offer strategic guidance for signature initiatives like rose garden care, community events, and fund raising projects.

• Serve as an ambassador helping grow membership, volunteerism, and community connections

Why Serve?

• Support and shape the future of a historic Kansas City landmark

• Grow personally through leadership experience and networking across the local horticultural community

• Make real impact through public service and nonprofit stewardship

Interested in Serving?

If you're ready to help lead the Kansas City Rose Society into its next chapter, we encourage you to apply. Learn more about Board Member Responsibilities and submit your materials at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebZIAPLIJDTNWqBRSF1bMnBNUX0EO9XRliIqM2AP-WSqtVaA/viewform

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until October 1, 2025. Selected candidates will be in touch for a brief interview.

Whether you're a rose enthusiast or a community-minded leader, or better yet both, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in both beauty and purpose. Apply today and help shape the future of Kansas City’s beloved rose garden!

• Create the marketing plan for concerts, events, and sponsorships including print, email, and social media plans
• Working with the committee to implement and execute the marketing plan for concerts, events, and sponsorships
• Graphic design experience a plus
• Advancing the mission of NSO
• Attending board meetings, concerts, and fundraisers
• Acting as an ambassador of the organization to the public

Are you passionate about Waldo? Do you live, work or play in our neighborhood and have ideas to make our community better? We are looking for new committee members! 

We are in need of volunteers for the below dates and times. Any and all help is greatly appreciated!
Volunteers needed the entire week of
August 11-15 (Monday through Friday)

• Meal Prep Shift: 8:30-11AM
• Lunch Service Shift: 11AM-3PM
  • You MUST arrive BEFORE guests in order to prepare serving meals at Noon

Bringing a friend? First time volunteering? We’ll train you and them on the spot!

A Message from Our Executive Director,
Chef Shanita McAfee-Bryant

Dear Friends,
Back-to-school season is here, and we’re already feeling the shift. Our daily meal numbers are creeping up as families navigate new schedules, extra expenses, and the ongoing challenge of putting food on the table.

One of the most powerful ways we can show up for our guests right now is through our volunteers. You are the heart of this work. From chopping vegetables in the meal prep shift to serving plates with a smile, volunteers make it possible for us to meet the growing need with dignity and care. We simply cannot do this without you.
 

Kanbe’s Markets is a 501(c)3 non-profit on a mission to build a more inclusive food system in Kansas City by transforming food loss into food access. We achieve this through a distinctive business model that connects local food sources, supports small businesses, and uplifts communities one neighborhood at a time.

With our goal to redirect 1.25 million pounds of food in 2025, Kanbe’s Markets invites you to join us for one or more shifts to help sort donated produce into our four redirection tiers:

Kanbe's Healthy Corner Stores - bringing fresh, affordable produce to underserved areas.

Community Partners -- providing fresh produce to over 35 local food pantries for neighbors in need.

Animal Feed -- nonprofit rescue farms.

Compost - what isn't fit for human or animal consumption.

It's recommended that you wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting a little dirty, and closed-toe shoes.

Volunteer with UPP
Who:  Individuals or small groups of up to 12 come to a local urban farm or community gardening partner to help with a variety of tasks and harvests.   
When:  Most Tues/Thurs or Sat 8:30 - 10:30 am for most sessions, groups of 6+ can request a different day
Locations:  Urban farms and gardens in or near downtown KCMO (occasionally we will be further out but would discuss with team in advance)   

The Road To Recovery Volunteer Driver provides people with transportation to and from their cancer-related medical appointments. Drivers donate their time to help people with cancer get the lifesaving treatments they need.

• Volunteers choose the rides that work best for their schedule. Most rides are scheduled during the weekday between 7am and 7pm.
• The American Cancer Society asks volunteers to commit to a minimum of 2 rides per month.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Between the ages of 18 and 84.
• Valid driver’s license and adequate automobile insurance.
• Access to a safe and reliable vehicle.
• Pass background check and motor vehicle records checks.
• Comfortable using technology with reliable internet access.
• Complete required training and follow through on ride commitments.
• Appreciation and respect for diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and cultures of patients, caregivers, volunteers, and staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Utilize mobile-friendly ride coordination tool to manage transportation requests.
• Follow safe driving procedures and disease transmission guidelines, including COVID-19 safety procedures.
• Abide by American Cancer Society privacy, confidentiality, and program guidelines.
• Participate in program evaluations and promotional opportunities, including new driver recruitment efforts, as applicable.

As a Road To Recovery driver, you can serve your community and help local people, provide support and encouragement, have rewarding one to one interactions with cancer patients, build relationships and save lives. Road To Recovery offers flexible scheduling, you drive as much or as little as you want when you want.
 

Blessings Abound Thrift Store is a Christian not-for-profit organization called to serve the metro Kansas City community by selling and recycling donated merchandise in order to provide aid to people in need. Catholic Charities of Kansas City – St. Joseph is one of Blessings Abound’s community partners, recruiting and providing volunteers who sort through donated items, repair or improve donated items, assist customers, merchandise donated items on the sales floor, serve as cashier or assist with cleaning. In this partnership, Catholic Charities of Kansas City – St. Joseph receives part of the proceeds from their Martin City store – located at 13637 Washington Street.



Store Hours

Monday – Saturday

8:00 am – 6:00 pm



You select the hours you would like to volunteer. Groups are also welcome to volunteer.



Volunteer Roles

• Sorter


• Repair/Improve


• Assist Customers


• Merchandising (Jewelry)


• Merchandising (Housewares)


• Cashier


• Cleaning

Requirements

• Must be 14 years of age or older, unless supervised by a parent or guardian.

For More Information & Sign Up

• Email volunteers@ccharities.com or


• Call 816-659-8205.

Some of the most basic needs of our clients are food and hygiene products, which are far too often not available. So, round up your friends, neighbors, church families, and/or community members to help support those who need it the most. Create a contest at your school or workplace to make it fun! Large or small, each donation will go to someone in need. This is a great project for individuals who have limited time to share at the agency but want to support our mission. Below are some examples of items needed for our clients. Please feel free to select the items you would like to include in your Care Kit donations. Get creative and have fun planning this with your team, group or family! Care kits will be distributed to clients of Catholic Charities of Kansas City - St. Joseph.

 

• Senior Care Kit – lip balm, hand soap/sanitizer, bathing wipes, nail clipper and fingernail file, toothbrush/toothpaste, incontinence products, hairbrush/comb, moisturizing lotion (especially for dry skin), pill organizer, etc.


• Men’s Care Kit – men’s deodorant, razor and shaving cream, aftershave, lotion, toothbrush/toothpaste, comb or hairbrush, nail clipper and fingernail file, body wash or soap, shampoo and conditioner, etc.


• Women’s Care Kit – women’s deodorant, razor and shaving cream, lotion, nail clipper and fingernail file, body wash or soap, shampoo and conditioner, feminine wipes or no-rinse body wipes, adult sanitary pads or liners, etc.


• Baby Care Kit – digital thermometer, nasal aspirator (bulb syringe), baby nail clipper or fingernail file, gas relief drops, baby-safe sunscreen (6 months and older), teething gel or rings, first aid kit that includes bandages, baby-safe antiseptic), soft baby brush (for cradle cap), diapers, wipes (unscented or hypoallergenic), diaper rash cream (e.g., zinc oxide), baby lotion, baby shampoo, baby body wash, soft washcloths and towels, hooded towel, formula, bottle brush, pacifiers and bibs (cloth and silicone), etc.


• Birthday Care Kit – box of cake mix, jar of applesauce, birthday candles, birthday cake decorations, can of frosting, streamers, balloons, birthday card, birthday wrapping paper, party hats, stickers, etc.

 

We can coordinate a pick-up date/time from your workplace or school. Or you are welcome to drop off donations at our south Kansas City Serve & Lift Center, located at 8001 Longview Road, Kansas City, MO 64134. When you do, we would love to take you on a tour of our new facility and share information with you about our other programming services.

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For More Information & Sign Up

• Email volunteers@ccharities.com


• Or call 816-659-8205

Join us to pack, sort and organize hygiene items that will be distributed to schools and shelters, police stations and senior centers.

These volunteer opportunities are available twice a day on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am - 10:30 am and 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm and Wednesdays from 1:00-2:30pm. We can take up to 30 individual Volunteers per each session.

Explore Available Dates HERE: https://givingthebasics.org/volunteer-kc/

Assist clients of Catholic Charities of Kansas City - St. Joseph in creating resumes and cover letters, job search assistance, job interview preparation, mock interviews, teaching basic computer skills training and workplace etiquette/communication skills.

 

For More Information & Sign Up

• Email volunteers@ccharities.com


• Or call 816-659-8205

Catholic Charities of Kansas City - St. Joseph partners with the our local Lion's Club in sorting, cleaning and distributing eyeglasses to individuals who need them. In this volunteer role, you will support the clinicians during the clinics where clients come and get their eyes tested and fitted for prescription glasses.

 

For More Information & Sign Up

• Email volunteers@ccharities.com


• Or call 816-659-8205

Is your workplace or school looking for a way to give back but can’t come out to a Catholic Charities of Kansas City - St. Joseph location? You can still help clients by organizing a food drive with your workplace or school. We serve thousands of individuals annually and food is one of the most needed items requested. Help us keep the pantry stocked by donating food for those who are hungry. We can coordinate a pick-up date/time from your workplace or school. Or you are welcome to drop off donations at our south Kansas City Serve & Lift Center, located at 8001 Longview Road, Kansas City, MO 64134. When you do, we would love to take you on a tour of our new facility and share information with you about our other programming services.

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For More Information & Sign Up

• Email volunteers@ccharities.com


• Or call 816-659-8205

(September-December) – Christmas Shining Star is Catholic Charities of Kansas City - St. Joseph’s annual campaign that provides Christmas gifts/presents for hundreds of children and families. Volunteers are needed for data entry, sorting toys/gifts/clothing items, and then bagging the gifts to be distributed to the children. In this volunteer role, you may also assist with deliveries of gifts.

 

For More Information & Sign Up

• Email volunteers@ccharities.com


• Or call 816-659-8205

Catholic Charities of Kansas City - St. Joseph moved into our permanent home at our newly renovated location at 8001 Longview Road, Kansas City, MO 64134, in the fall of 2024. We have made great progress but need assistance with further renovations and the basic upkeep of our building and surrounding grounds. Depending on your skill set and interests, we have plenty of opportunities to assist.

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Volunteer Roles

• Lawnmowing


• Landscaping


• Electrical


• Plumbing


• HVAC


• Mechanical


• Carpentry


• Special Design


• Vehicle Maintenance


• Facility Maintenance

 For More Information & Sign Up

• Email volunteers@ccharities.com


• Or call 816-659-8205

 

This is a volunteer receptionist opportunity at Catholic Charities of Kansas City - St. Joseph's new Rockhurst office, assisting clients as they come through the doors, who are looking for social services. This office is located at 5151 Troost, Suite 100, Kansas City, MO 64110. Parking garage has six assigned spots for our staff and volunteers. St. Francis Church is located across the street from this office location.

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Shifts Available

Monday – Thursday – All shifts available each day of the week. Our offices are closed on Fridays.

8:30 am – 10:30 am

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

2:30 pm – 4:30 pm

 

Select the day/shift that works best for your schedule. Ideally, we would have volunteers covering 4-hour shifts but want to provide you the flexibility of 2-hour shifts if needed to fit your schedule.

 

Requirements

• Prior experience working with the public; customer service skills.


• Computer skills/experience.


• Rockhurst University students are welcome to volunteer in this role.

 For More Information & Sign Up

• Email volunteers@ccharities.com


• Or call 816-659-8205

This is a volunteer receptionist opportunity at Catholic Charities of Kansas City - St. Joseph's south Kansas City Serve & Lift Center, located at 8001 Longview Road, Kansas City, MO 64134. In this volunteer assignment, you will be the first person our clients will see as they come through our doors, many who are coming to us in crisis. Your smiling faces help our clients feel welcomed and cared for. This role is the backbone of the agency! This initial interaction sets the tone for the remainder of our clients’ experience with Catholic Charities.

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Shifts Available

Monday – Thursday – Both shifts available each day of the week. Our offices are closed on Fridays.

8:00 am – 12:00 pm

12:30 pm – 3:30 pm

 

Select the day/shift that works best for your schedule. Ideally, we would have volunteers to cover the above shifts but want to provide you the flexibility of 2-hour shifts if needed to fit your schedule.

 

Requirements

• Prior experience working with the public; customer service skills.


• Computer skills/experience.

 

For More Information & Sign Up

• Email volunteers@ccharities.com


• Or call 816-659-8205

 

Help the Volunteer Services team at Catholic Charities of Kansas City - St. Joseph do their best work to provide the agency with meaningful opportunities for the community to volunteer. You may find yourself doing a variety of tasks like data entry, assisting with events, recruiting volunteers, and joining the team to creatively think of new ways to support those who need it the most.

 

For More Information & Sign Up

• Email volunteers@ccharities.com


• Or call 816-659-8205

Volunteer with RDA and join the Green Team Workdays. We are meeting every last Saturday of the month starting March 29 to October 25. We'll be picking up litter, caring for fruit trees and removing honeysuckle. Come join us!

We also have our 23rd Annual Head for the Cure 5K - Kansas City, which is the largest charity 5K in the Kansas City area. This event takes place on Sunday, August 24th at Corporate Woods.
headforthecure.org/kansascity

Flourish is a nonprofit furniture bank that provides free furnishings to families overcoming housing insecurity. By collecting, repairing, and distributing donations, families can come to Flourish and pick out everything they need for their new homes - at no cost to them.

Help us out by assisting in the warehouse with various activities, including moving inventory from one part of the warehouse to another, assisting our furniture cleaning team with inventory rotation, accepting incoming donations, and more.

Must be able to move/lift furniture, push carts, and work in a warehouse environment.

Help Needed:
Tuesday: 8:30am-12:30pm
Wednesday: 8:30am-12:30pm
Thursday: 8:30am-12:30pm
Friday: 9:00am-12:00pm
Saturday: 8:30am-12:30pm

We are looking for volunteers to join the Green Team to hunt for honeysuckle and pick up litter in the trails. We meet every last Saturday of the month at Fisher Park, 3818 Springfield St. KCK 66103. If you like nature and the trails this will be a good option to volunteer. Individuals, group and students needing volunteer hours are welcome too.

The Kidney Walk is the signature event of the National Kidney Foundation, occurring in 60+ communities across the country....and growing! 

The Kansas City Kidney Walk is on October 12th at Live! in the Power and Light District. We have a variety of volunteer opportunities available, including:

set up (starting at 6:30 AM)

running an area of the walk (registration/welcome table, kids area, photo booth)

being a cheerleader along the walk route for our walkers

tear down



Our event will be wrapping up around 11 AM. 



Why a Sunday? Sundays are the only day of the week that dialysis isn't offered and this is our patient focused event so we cater to their medical schedule as best as we can. 



We'd love to have your help. Reach out if you are available and we can help find the right spot for you. 

 

A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is a trained community volunteer, sworn in by a judge or commissioner, who is appointed by Jackson County CASA to advocate for a child or children who are in the Jackson County Family Court system due to abuse or neglect.

CASA Volunteers get to know the children they represent, learn and understand the circumstances of the case, develop a course of action with the attorney who serves as Guardian ad Litem, explain the court’s findings to the child, facilitate resolution and monitor progress.

Qualifications

• You must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• You must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• You cannot be convicted of – or have charges pending for – crimes that are violent, sexual, or that demonstrate character not appropriate for a CASA Volunteer.
• You must have an interest in children and their rights.
• You must be willing to devote the time to successfully complete screening and training, to learn and develop trust with the child or children on your case, to advocate for the child’s best interests, and to participate in continuing education (approximately 5-10 hours per month after Pre-Service Training)
• You must possess the communication skills to work effectively with children, their families, and involved agencies and organizations.
• We provide training and support to Volunteers of any race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, faith, and socioeconomic background. 

Requirements

• Volunteers must complete 30 hours of volunteer training; 18 hours in-house and 12 hours of independent study.
• Volunteers must complete at least 12 hours of continuing education per year.
• Volunteers must maintain confidential records and information for the child’s case.
• Volunteers must maintain regular contact with Jackson County CASA.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Volunteers must review documents and conduct interviews with the child, family and other interested parties.
• Volunteers must maintain regular contact with the social service worker assigned to the child and family.
• Volunteers must investigate placement alternatives.
• Volunteers can attend court proceedings and related meetings or communicate with CASA staff if schedule does not allow.
• Volunteers must consult once a month with Jackson County CASA staff to report, plan, prepare, and receive evaluation and feedback.
• Volunteers must complete monthly updates.

If interested, please complete the application here or email ahuggans@casakc.org for more information.

MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization Countering Sexual Assault) exists to improve the lives of those impacted by sexual abuse and assault and to prevent sexual violence in our community. Volunteers are vital to this mission, and we offer a variety of ways for you to get involved:

• Hospital Advocate: Hospital Advocates provide crisis intervention, emotional support, information and resources to survivors during the forensic exam process. Volunteers have flexible scheduling options and staff support. As a Hospital Advocate, your presence can make a significant impact on the journey to healing. 
• Crisis Line: Help survivors and their loved ones on our 24-Hour Crisis Line. Crisis Line Volunteers navigate questions and concerns while offering resources and support. This is not a call center position - volunteer from the comfort of your couch! 
• Project Aware (Education): Help raise awareness of sexual violence in schools through MOCSA's Project Aware curriculum. This easy to learn program teaches K-5 students about body safety, identifying safe adults, and understanding consent. If you enjoy working with kids and have daytime availability, this role is for you! 

Why Volunteer With MOCSA?
As a 24-Hour organization, we always need help. Our volunteer roles offer flexible, on-call scheduling to fit your availability. No previous experience is necessary - we provide comprehensive training and ongoing support to ensure you feel confident and prepared in your role. All you need is a compassionate heart, a willingness to learn and a commitment to making a difference. 

Volunteer Requirements:

• Complete a 40 hour training course (combination of online work and an in-person session offered quarterly) 
• Background Check for Kansas and Missouri 
• Fingerprint Registration

Interested? Fill out an application, visit our website or email us at volunteer@mocsa.org. 

Birthday Connections has an open board of directors position. The ideal candidate is someone with a technology background. Our families are empowered to shop in our online shopping application, the Birthday Market, with dignity and at no cost. 

The Peace Pavilion is a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching peacemaking skills to all through an interactive children's museum, fostering partnerships within the community and with other organizations. For the past 30 years in two different locations, the organization has modeled creative ways to promote peaceful habits.



Mission Statement: The Peace Pavilion will equip people of all ages to create peaceful environments and practices in their families, schools, and communities through active exploration, education, advocacy, and community collaboration.



The Peace Pavilion is seeking 5-7 enthusiastic and committed individuals with a passion for children, education, peaceful learning, living, and action to serve on the steering committee for our 30th Anniversary Campaign this fall.



Position Description

Our ideal candidates will have the following skills, knowledge, or experience:

• Leadership and teamwork


• Strong communication


• National, regional, local, or other nonprofit-specific oversight


• Education or social work


• Organization and attention to detail


• Fundraising oversight


• Tech-savvy


• Dedication to peaceful pursuits

Affiliations and community connections are also important for strengthening our mission, including engagement with national and local community or civic groups, donor networks, chambers of commerce, grant-making bodies, foundations, government agencies, educational institutions, business and corporate networks, community leaders, media networks, or other relevant affiliations.

Flourish: A Furniture Bank is a non-profit organization that collects donations of furniture and home essentials to provide to families overcoming housing instability. As a Showroom Host, you will assist families through the showroom and help them pick out all of the furnishings they need for their new home. While not serving guests, you will help stock the showroom floor with items such as linens, decor, kitchen wares, and more. 



Showroom hosts will be provided with training that occurs both in person and online, with a certification process to become a certified Showroom Host. 



Showroom Host/Stocker Hours are 8:30am-12:30pm, with shifts available on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

Celebrate with the community while volunteering at the ARCHFEST on Fisher Park, Kansas City, Kansas, this festival will be on September 6, 3;30pm - 7:30pm. Volunteers can help before the event, during event and after. Contact nancy@rosedale.org for more details.

Volunteer Coach needed for Rosedale Youth Soccer. Tuesday and Thursday Practices, 6:00pm -7:00pm. Season starts on September 23 - October 6. Location is TBD in Kansas City, Kansas. Contact  zorahila@rosedale.org for more information.

We need your help! Volunteering with Cultivate KC is perfect for folks interested in growing food, urban agriculture, and sustainability. It’s a great way to meet like-minded friends and support farmers and your local food system. 

Cultivate KC offers a range of volunteer activities from working in the field, staffing events, helping area farmers, and more. We welcome individual volunteers as well as family, church, corporate, and school groups of all sizes. There’s something for everyone.
 
We hold weekly workdays at area farms, including our own, through our Mobile Volunteer Program (MVP). We also hold several public education and fundraising events that we can’t pull off without lots of helping hands.

Visit cultivatekc.org/volunteer to view opportunities. We hope to see you SOON!
 

We are looking for volunteers that want to help with minor home repairs for Seniors in our Rosedale, Kansas community. Contact nancy@rosedale.org

Union Station is currently looking for volunteers for their traveling exhibit: The Science of Guinness World Records. The Science of Guinness World Records allows visitors to discover how the world’s greatest record holders cemented their names in the history books, plus allows the chance to break a world record themselves! Now, for the first time ever, we’re looking into the science behind these incredible accomplishments.

Volunteers will be utilized in several roles:

• Exhibit Greeter
  • Greet guests, ask them if they have their tickets, direct them to scanner.
• Scanner
  • Scan tickets, greet guests and direct them into the exhibit.
• Technology Assistant/Roamer
  • Assist guests with creating their Avatar at the beginning and will roam throughout the exhibit to help if needed.

Shifts: Daily from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
           Daily from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Reach out to get started today! Afternoon and weekend shifts are heavily available. Come be a part of the fun! 

VetBiz (The Veterans Advocacy Foundation) is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our board of directors. As a board member, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding our organization as we support Veteran Business Owners in Missouri, Southern Illinois, and Kansas with a mission to empower Veterans, military spouses and families to start, grow, scale and succeed in their businesses.

Within VetBiz’s next three-year strategic plan, we aim to significantly expand our services and impact. We currently have open positions in the following committees: Governance, Fund Development, Programs, and Finance. This is an opportunity to make a real difference, bring your expertise to the table, and support our mission with your time, talent and/or treasure.

Ideal candidates will bring expertise in leadership, fundraising, finance, or program development. Experience in governance and nonprofit strategy is highly valued.

Our board spans three major metropolitan areas—St. Louis, Kansas City, and Wichita—and board members can reside anywhere within our three-state region. This flexibility allows you to contribute meaningfully, regardless of your location, while playing an essential role in shaping the future of Veteran Entrepreneurship and business development in the region.

What’s expected of board members?

• Attend 6 board meetings per year.
• Join a committee to contribute your knowledge and experience.
• Be an ambassador for VetBiz, supporting Veteran Entrepreneurship in your community.
• Assist with Fund Development efforts by leveraging your treasure and network to fuel VetBiz success.

The Veteran Experience

Our Impact
Through VetBiz, Veteran Business Owners gain access to:

• Business Counseling and Mentorship: Tailored guidance from experienced mentors to help veterans build, grow, and scale their businesses.
• Access to Funding and Capital: Assistance with navigating financial resources, securing loans, and identifying grants for veteran entrepreneurs.
• Training and Workshops: Specialized educational programs, such as business planning, marketing, government contracting, and financial management.
• Networking and Community Support: Opportunities to connect with fellow veteran business owners, industry leaders, and local communities to foster business growth.
• Comprehensive Business Services: Consulting on legal, financial, marketing, and operational strategies to help veterans succeed in competitive markets.

Join Our Board of Directors
We look forward to hearing from you to help support this mission that results in Veterans achieving success in business.

·       Pinwheels for a Purpose (April)

·       Back-to-Basics (June-August)

·       Holiday Activities (October-December)

·       Gift Card Collection (Year-round)

·       Pajama Drive – providing new, cozy pajamas for children.

·       Book Drive – promoting literacy by collecting books for children.

·       Stuffed Animal Drive – offering comfort through stuffed toys.

·       Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age

·       Complete an application, interview, and background screening

·       Commit to at least one year of service

·       Complete the 30-hour Pre-Service Training requirement over the course of five weeks