**Interested volunteers must submit an application at UnionStation.org/volunteers**

Position Summary: The Let’s Play Greeter is one of the many faces of Science City and is the first person guests engage with when they arrive at one of our newest areas, created specifically for children ages 0 through 3. The tasks of this position includes: greeting guests with a friendly smile; answering questions; and most importantly, keeping an accurate count of the number of guests in the area, both to maximize guest experience as well maintain capacity to meet fire code. The Greeter plays in important role in the overall experience our youngest guests and their caregivers have while at Science City.

 

Qualifications: Previous experience providing customer service is preferred for this position. In addition:

• Must be approachable, have a pleasant demeanor and a positive attitude.
• Good communication skills and enjoy communicating with children, especially babies and toddlers and their caregivers.

• Working knowledge of exhibits and attractions inside Science City as well as across Union Station.

• Ability to learn and understand the venue.
• Ability to work with crowds and remain calm in difficult or stressful situations.

Description of Duties:

• Greet guests as they enter Let’s Play and ensure the child is not yet 4 years of age. Siblings over 4 are allowed in if they promise to be a good big brother or sister or sit and read quietly.
• Answer questions regarding Union Station and its exhibits and attractions.

Volunteer Shifts:

• Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00am-1:30pm; 1:30pm-5:00pm
• Sunday: 12:00pm-5:00pm
• Monday (holidays and summer hours): 10:00am-1:30pm; 1:30pm-5:00pm

Science City Overview: Science City at Union Station, Kansas City, is a dynamic, hands-on science center featuring more than 300 individual interactive exhibits and daily programming. Kids of all ages experience the amazing world of science first-hand through fun and engaging exhibits and programs. In addition to changing monthly themes and daily programs/activities open to all guests, Science City (SC) offers onsite curriculum-based programs to K-12 school groups, outreach programs and an 8-week science summer camp. STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education is at the core of everything that happens in SC, be it exhibits, demonstrations, shows, presentations or special events and programs. Annually, more than 325,000 guests visit Science City. Visit www.sciencecity.com for more information.

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 $1,000.00. 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.

About Hope Faith:

HOPE FAITH is the only Homeless Assistance Campus in the Greater Kansas City area. Founded in 2004, HOPE FAITH’s key principals are to bring humanity back to our homeless guests through mental, emotional,physical and spiritual assistance. Through the kindness of our staff and volunteers, HOPE FAITH provides everything from hot meals; hot showers; medical, dental and optical; counselling; clothing; haircuts; transportation; city, state and federal assistance; and mail services (and the list goes on). All of this in a 48,000 sq.ft. building downtown. Being a board member of this organization requires a certain-type of Moxie! To be a part of another human being’s fight to regain their sense of worth and purpose is both a rewarding and a taxing charge.

 

Overview:
The Hope Faith Board of Directors comprises leaders from the nonprofit and for-profit sector who are dedicated to the organization’s mission. Our board members champion the importance of exceptional board leadership and believe that each and every organization needs a strong and effective board to fully realize its potential for good. 

In addition to the standard roles and responsibilities of a board member, our board members are active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and are fully engaged in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for Hope Faith to advance its mission.

Board terms last for three (3) years and board members can serve for up to three (3) consecutive terms.

Responsibilities:

• Be an ambassador and promote the organization’s mission and goals

• Be familiar with the organization’s programs, policies, and operations

• Attend board meetings and appropriate committee meetings

• Actively serve on at least one committee and offer to take on special assignments

• Review agenda and supporting documents prior to meetings

• Make an annual contribution to the organization commensurate with ability

• Participate in fundraising activities and special events

• Keep current on issues and developments in organization’s program areas

• Strictly adhere to conflict of interest policies

• Strictly adhere to confidentiality policies

Time Demands:

• Attend/Actively participate in at least 75% of board meetings 

  • Six (6) total board meetings/year (2-3 hours in length)

  • 75% = 4-5 meetings

• Attend and actively participate in committee meetings and related work 

  • 1-3 hours every other month, or as determined by the committee

• Attend Hope Faith’s events 

  • Two (2) Fundraisers/year recommended

• Meet & Help Coordinate with potential donors/funders to make a case for funding the organization, answer questions, etc. 

  • approx. four (4) hours annually

Financial & Resource Development Expectations:

• Make an annual gift “commensurate or significant according to your circumstance” to the organization (in order to achieve 100% board giving)

• Help Sell tickets to fundraising events

• Help Recruit Sponsorships for Events

• Identify and cultivate potential donors

Desired Skills & Expertise:

We are currently recruiting for diverse leaders with expertise in the following area(s):

• Governmental/Politician (City, State or Federal)

• Financial

• Accounting

• Non-Profit

• Social Work/Behavioral

• Local Media/Public Relations/Affiliate Relations

• Business Owner (CEO/President)

• C-Suite (CEO, CFO, COO, CMO, etc.)

To Apply:  Please Email the items below to:  jaysen@hopefaith.org (Executive Director)

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• 3 Professional References (minimum)

 

This description is a general outline of the job tasks, duties and responsibilities of the position indicated. Thank you for applying for this outstanding opportunity today. 

Creative Emajination's has been incorporated since 2018. We are seeking board members who believe in Creative Emajination's mission to provide performance arts services to under-served youth that lack the necessary resources to participate in such services. By connecting them with skilled volunteers we are helping young towards living healthier and becoming young professionals. 

• Desired industry affiliations or community connections: Finance, Programs, Volunteer Management, Entertainment, Arts 
• You will be required to attend monthly/bi- monthly meetings in the organization early stages.
• Board members will be expected to help fundraise.

If you are passionate about youth in the areas of music art, dance and entertainment then we would gladly welcome you to our team of board of directors. 

About Us
Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center is organized as a Missouri not-for-profit corporation and operates exclusively for charitable and educational purposes.

Mission
The purpose of Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center, Inc is to bring together individuals interested in promoting academic excellence, engaging in community events, and raising funds to supplement funds for Tomlin Academy LLC. 

Description
Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center, Inc is committed to supporting the programs, projects, services and professional development in support of Tomlin Academy LLC.

Criteria/Expectations for Board Members

• Willing to serve up to two three-year terms as an elected member (or serve some portion thereof if appointed to fill the remainder of a vacant, unexpired term)
• Committed to attending 4 board meetings per year with an excused absence
• Willing to participate actively in one or more committees and carry out appropriate assignments outside monthly board meetings
• Willing to serve as an officer or in other leadership roles
• Willing to provide reports on Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center activities and Foundation Board meetings
• Agrees to record volunteer hours each month and submit to the Volunteer Services Coordinator
• Attends as many Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center-sponsored library activities as possible
• Acts as an ambassador for Tomlin Academy Early Childhood Center in a formal and informal capacity

If interested, please submit a note of interest and a copy of your resume to Shantelle Tomlin at misstomlinacademy@gmail.com. Inquiries welcomed!

The Sewing Labs is expanding into larger space. As part of our growth, we are seeking to add board members interested in supporting our mission.

Our mission at The Sewing Labs (TSL) is  “To inspire hope in populations of individuals marginalized by generational poverty, addiction, incarceration, immigration or other life-challenges, through jobs training, creative sewing arts, and networking.”  We achieve this by providing job skills training in sewing arts, utilizing a network of skilled volunteers for the development of a community that supports marginalized individuals.  It is through this community that connections and networks are formed, resources are shared, and opportunities presented bringing hope for the future.

 The Sewing Labs Board of Directors serves to guide the entire organization with priorities, planning, fundraising, budgeting and administrative support.  The Board’s most important charge is to determine and promote our public-service goals and engage in strategic planning to achieve these goals.  We seek individuals with a passion for service and skills to build our organization into the best that it can be. 

What are the primary responsibilities accepted by a Board member?  

The greatest responsibility you have as a Board member is to hold true to the organization’s mission and to carry this out with integrity. To serve as a Director, it is helpful if you have already had experience serving on a not-for-profit board, general business or entrepreneurial experience, a heart for dramatically improving the quality of life for marginalized populations, and a desire to pay it forward with what you have, what you know, or what you have access to.  In addition, each prospective Director shall work to provide for the financial viability of The Sewing Labs Inc. through personal tax-deductible contributions or through leveraged financial contacts and fundraising activities in the community.

The Board's Job Description:

Major areas of responsibility:

1.  Set policy.

2.  Support the Executive Director.

3.  Be an advocate for the organization.

4.  Fundraise and financial stewardship.

5.  Monitor and evaluate.

6.  Plan for the future.

Interested volunteers should contact:Eileen Bobowski, at Director@TheSewingLabs.community

• Advancing the mission of NSO
• Attending board meetings, concerts, and fundraisers
• Participating in the planning and execution of NSO events
• Acting as an ambassador of the organization to the public

Those interested in joining the board of directors should contact Paige Buckmaster at pbuckmaster@northlandsymphony.org.

Organization Name:

• School Of Economics

 
Mission Statement:

• Engaging students through hands-on, curriculum-based learning programs to promote lifelong financial literacy.

 
Type of Organization:

• Education, financial literacy

 
We are looking for someone with expertise in:

• HR, Marketing, Contract Law, or anyone with shared interest in financial literacy education!

 
What is the designated term for board service?

• 3 years

 
How often does the board meet?

• 6 times per year

 
What personal or financial contribution is expected of each board member?

• Make a personal, meaningful financial contribution to the organization (minimum of $250 per year).
• Assist the leadership team with solicitation of fundraising support, with an annual targeted donation total of $5,000 per year per board member.

 
Any additional board expectations:

• Attend a minimum of 80% of scheduled Board meetings, committee and/or task force meetings, special events, and Board Retreats.
• Volunteer with students at least one (1) time each fiscal year.

 
Yes, our organization carries directors and officers (D&O) liability insurance.
 

• Creating budgets
• Maintaining our accounting system
• Reconciling bank statements
• Signing checks
• Making deposits
• Updating the board of directors on our financial standings
• Submitting all necessary tax forms

    Those interested in joining the board of directors should contact Paige Buckmaster at pbuckmaster@northlandsymphony.org.

About Us

Tyler’s House KC is an emerging nonprofit in Northeast Johnson County, dedicated to providing safe spaces where creative arts programming serves to heal, connect, and promote emotional wellness among the young people in our community. Responding to the growing number of teens in our area who are experiencing emotional crises, our mission is to offer a warm and safe after school space, provide practical resources, enriching programming, and form trusting and healthy relationships to empower young people to navigate their worlds. 

 

Board of Directors Opening - Treasurer

THKC is searching for an experienced and analytical person who is passionate about our mission and possesses the numerical skills to ensure the effectiveness of our organization by supporting all aspects of finance and accounting. The treasurer is responsible for financial and managerial accounting tasks, setting financial targets, helping to develop a financial strategy, monitoring expenditures, overseeing annual insurance, monitoring cash flow, evaluating investments, and managing tax compliance. Additionally, the board treasurer will participate in quarterly board meetings, providing relevant reports, and sharing your financial expertise by contributing feedback and guidance. 

 

As a THKC Board Member, you would partner with us in our endeavors, and utilize your network of contacts and resources to help our organization grow and succeed.

 

Responsibilities Include:

• Creating budgets

• Maintaining accounting system

• Reconciling bank statements

• Signing checks

• Making deposits

• Quarterly Financial Reports to Board

• Collaborate with CPA to Prepare and Submit Tax Documents

Those interested in joining the THKC Board of Directors in this capacity should contact Executive Director Cori Hastings at cori.hastings@tylershousekc.org.

Uncover KC creates positive social impact through community engagement. We achieve that by establishing unique, creative connections with people and organizations to facilitate volunteerism, education and events.

We thrive on making connections within the Kansas City community and are so excited to be expanding our volunteer committees! Currently, we are seeking a *donor outreach volunteer to come on board our team and offer their volunteer services. 

Duties would consist of helping manage donors, and donor communication. 

If you are interested in getting involved with your Kansas City community, and utilizing your strengths, contact us today! 

*This position requires four volunteer hours a month. 

Uncover KC creates positive social impact through community engagement. We achieve that by establishing unique, creative connections with people and organizations to facilitate volunteerism, education and events.

We thrive on making connections within the Kansas City community and are so excited to be expanding our volunteer committees! Currently, we are seeking an *events outreach volunteer to come on board our team and offer their volunteer services. 

Duties would consist of helping manage events, and community outreach. 

If you are interested in getting involved with your Kansas City community, and utilizing your strengths contact us today! 

*This position requires four volunteer hours a month. 

The Sewing Labs is seeking a Classroom Technology Volunteer  who can assist our teachers in the classroom with virtual on-line classes and video production technology needs.
DUTIES

• Assist with sound, switching, lighting, and set-up.
• Produce video content in support of the classroom and on-line classes.
• Edit digital video from raw files to finished work.
• Capture b-roll for events.
• Distribute video throughout various web & social media channels.
• Organize and archive video assets.

Our Mission: To inspire hope in populations of women marginalized by generational poverty, addiction, incarceration, immigration, or other life-challenges, through job skills training in the creative sewing arts and networking.
 The Sewing Labs is a not-for-profit organization that teaches the legacy of sewing toward employment,  entrepreneurship and enrichment. The Sewing Labs is seeking a Classroom Technology Volunteer to assist our teachers with online classes with videos, cameras, lighting, switching and computer technology.  
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Learn how to create content for a non-profit organization.
• Learn how video marketing impacts fundraising.
• Learn applications of video in various social media for non-profit growth.
• Learn how to coordinate all areas of video editing.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Sewing Labs is seeking an individual to assist with on-line video classes in our classroom.  We are seeking someone with strong visual and editing skills to shoot and edit together new content for our organization.
12-20 hours per week.
COMPENSATION: This is a volunteer or unpaid internship opportunity. Role may qualify for college credit if internship.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Looking for a candidate either undergraduate or graduate with a background in film, photography, communications. Candidates must prove DSLR experience with videography experience (whether personal or professional).
REPORTS TO: Operations Manager
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Knowledge of audio/video recording and post-production.
 • Final Cut, Adobe Premiere, or background in other video editing software.
• The ability and desire to work in a non-profit, community environment
• The desire to meet and exceed measurable performance goals
• A fanatical attention to detail
 • Ability to be a team player (Collaboration!)
• Energetic, compassionate, enthusiastic individual with an appreciation for creativity and making encouraged to inquire.
 

Description

 

Volunteer for the KC Shepherd’s MEALS on WHEELS!

KC Shepherd’s Center’s Meals on Wheels Program mobilizes volunteers to nutritious meals to individuals, age 60+ or disabled, who are home-bound in the Kansas City service area.

We are currently recruiting volunteers to deliver meals and other supplies in our service area to adults that are 60+ and homebound.

Volunteer opportunities

• Deliver hot meals to home bound seniors. 


• Deliver frozen meals to home bound seniors. 


• Deliver personal hygiene supplies.


• ALL routes are Monday- Friday. 

We can set up a volunteer schedule that works with yours. Whether that be once a week, once a month or as needed.

• Pickup location is at the Central United Methodist church located at 5144 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64112.


• Pick up is located at the back side of the church, volunteer will pull up and a staff member will load items into car.


• Volunteer will need to have a vehicle capable of holding all the food ie: trunk and back seat clear or SUV with back empty


• Pick up time is between 10:00 am & 10:45 am depending on route.


• Route will take approximately an hour to an hour and a half and will have 6-8 stops.


• Drivers will need to have a valid driver’s license current insurance, and be able to pass a background check.


• Each driver is provided disposable gloves and masks. This is a NO CONTACT delivery.

If you are interested please contact volunteer manager Bobi Hallak at bobi@sccentral.org or 816-444-1121 ext. 105 to fill out a volunteer application.  

Nine million seniors face the threat of hunger, and millions more live alone in isolation. With the senior population expected to double by 2060.

You can make a difference!

 

 

It takes hundreds of volunteers for the Flourish Furnishings ministry to operate.  Many of those volunteers work tirelessly behind the scenes.  We'd love to have you join one of our teams.   Volunteer roles include:  sewing ministry, personal shoppers, sorters, furniture loaders, packers, hospitality, electrical testing, furniture repair and others.



Flourish currently is looking for volunteers to work with our Tues, Wed, Thurs or Saturday morning crew.  We'd love to open additional serve days if we can get a team of 10 to commit to serving regularly at another time.

Fruits and vegetables are going to waste in farmers’ fields. Can you help us save this fresh, nutritious produce to feed hungry families?

After the Harvest rescues nutritious fruits and vegetables from going to waste and donates them to agencies that serve hungry people, primarily in Greater Kansas City. Our volunteers glean after the harvest, picking what’s left in farmers’ fields and picking up already harvested leftover produce. The majority of the funds we raise helps secure semi-truckloads of donated produce that might otherwise end up in landfills. After the Harvest, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the largest produce donor to Harvesters-The Community Food Network.

Are you, your friends, family or organization looking for a fun activity while also helping others? Come join us! Breathe in fresh country air, get your hands a little dirty, bring the kids and help glean within 30-45 minutes of Kansas City. Then, if you can, help even more by delivering the fresh produce to local food banks and pantries.

Sign up to glean with us this season! Gleanings are scheduled May-November, on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings from 7:30-10:30 a.m. in the summer, with later start times in the fall. Other gleaning dates pop up outside of these pre-scheduled ones.

Other opportunities:

• Does your organization/group wants to glean? Reserve your date now.
• Do you want to lead a gleaning? We always need field supervisors.
• Do you want us to come speak to your organization? We’d love to meet you!

After the Harvest has a very small staff, so we only succeed because of volunteers like you! Thanks so much for your help.

The JFS Food Pantry serves over 250 families each month in the greater Kansas City area. Donate your time by helping shop with food pantry recipients in the grocery shopping area of the food pantry or help deliver food to homebound clients. More information below:



Pantry shopper/stocker:

• Volunteers act as a “personal shopper” by going around with food pantry recipients and helping them shop for food (the pantry is set up like a small grocery store) and sorting and stocking the food pantry.


• Shifts are Tues/Thurs 9:30am-12pm & 1:30-4pm, second Tuesday of the month from 5:30-8pm and third Sunday of the month from 9:30 am-12pm & 1:30-4pm

Delivery Drivers:

• Deliver food to homebound clients on the third Sunday of the month


• Volunteers can pick up food packages any time between 10am-1pm       


• Volunteers deliver 3-5 packages and it usually takes 1-2 hours


• Requires background check, proof of insurance, copy of driver’s license

Application: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?AP=859183264

Volunteer needed to provide legal counsel to Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity on an as-needed basis
 
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION:  Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity (THHFH) in Eastern Jackson County, MO is seeking the commitment of a professional volunteer(s) qualified to provide general legal counsel as may be required from time to time, and on an on-going basis.  This position is ideal for any legal professional that shares Habitat for Humanity’s passion for helping lower-income households and neighborhoods achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance through homeownership.  This position does not require or include an appointment to THHFH’s Board of Directors; however, an opportunity to serve as a Director of the Board may be made available in the future for interested candidates that are residents of Jackson County, MO.  As a developer of real estate and affordable housing, a mortgage lender, and a nonprofit service provider, THHFH requires legal counsel that is generally familiar with laws pertaining to real estate contracts, construction contracts, vendor agreements, mortgage lending, employment law, nonprofit governance, and business liability.  Our most immediate need is for review and maintenance of certain policies, agreements, purchase contracts, and mortgage loan documents pertaining to its affordable homeownership program.   THHFH’s President/CEO has decision-making authority for the organization on most matters and will serve as the volunteer’s primary contact. 
 
PROJECT PERIOD:
Ongoing, as-needed.
 
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
Minimum three years of experience in business law, preferably including work in the areas of real estate and contract law

Hello!  Platte Senior Services, Inc. (PSSI) needs your help!  We have an immediate need for volunteer  drivers to deliver home delivered meals (Meals on Wheels) in the Platte City, Missouri area. Routes are Tuesdays and/or Thursdays from 10:30am - 1:00pm.  We have modified our delivery procedures to follow CDC guidelines.  Join us in caring for our Senior neighbors and friends!  Call 816-270-4100 or email dadkins@platteseniorcenter.org

At After the Harvest, we glean excess produce from farm fields, but also pick up already harvested excess produce from farms, farm stands and farmers’ markets and deliver it to food banks (like Harvesters) and pantries to feed hungry people.

If you have a vehicle that can haul produce, and you have a heart to help those in need...ATH can sure use your help! Pick up donated produce every week or periodically from farms, markets and distributors. Bring the kids and make the experience come full circle by delivering to food banks, pantries, shelters and community kitchens in the Greater Kansas City area.

Other opportunities:

• Does your organization/group wants to glean? Reserve your date now.
• Do you want to lead a gleaning? We always need field supervisors.
• Do you want us to come speak to your organization? We’d love to meet you!

After the Harvest has a very small staff, so we only succeed because of volunteers like you! Thanks so much for helping rescue fresh, nutritious produce to feed those in need.

Time Commitment: 1-1.5 hours weekly
Location: Zoom

Responsibilities:

• Understanding that your time and commitment is a crucial piece of the success here at Hillcrest Hope.
• Working with the families and the Case Manager to draw up a 3-month plan designed to bring the family from homelessness to self-sufficiency.
• Communicating with the family and the Case Manager about financial goals that are set.
• Imparting a sense of ownership in their lives and building up their self-esteem by teaching them and showing them success with money management.
• Direct resident to close all other bank accounts if they have not already done so.
• Help resident or guide them in opening a savings account at Bank Liberty in Liberty or First Federal Bank of KC in Avondale, unless deemed necessary by Case Manager that they maintain a current bank account.
• Retrieve credit report and past debt from resident. (Case Manager should have given resident a copy)
• Clearly communicate to resident that this program is all Needs and no Wants and know what is acceptable in the program and what is not.
• Conduct a weekly 1-1.5 hour budget meeting with resident.
• Reconcile all monies with resident weekly.
• Weekly communication with CM about any concerns that you might have.

 
Volunteer Code of Conduct: 

• Take your commitment to our organization to heart, performing your duties to the best of your ability.
• Honor confidentiality.
• Deal with conflicts or difficulties in an appropriate manner as outlined in organization's manual.
• Be courteous, friendly and cooperative.
• Offer constructive feedback about our organization in an appropriate manner.
• Be willing to learn and take part in orientation and training sessions.
• Follow through on commitments and advise your supervisor if you are unable to work as scheduled.
• Demonstrate respect.
• Treat everyone fairly and without discrimination.

Click on the Volunteer Link and sign up today to be a Budget Counselor today.

Volunteer for KC Shepherd’s Center Meals on Wheels Program!

KC Shepherd's Center distributes many helpful products to Meals on Wheels clients that are in need.

Are you interested in helping home bound clients in need but not able to be a driver? This is the perfect volunteer position for YOU!

Who: YOU! We welcome groups. This is a great opportunity for an individual or even a group of co-workers, friends to come in to help make a difference in older adult’s lives.

What:

• Unloading items from multiple sources.
• Sorting supplies
• Packaging orders.
• Preparing items to be delivered to clients.

When: Unloading, packing and sorting shift will take place beginning at 10:00 am. There are various days dependent on client needs.

Where: Volunteer duties are performed at Central United Methodist church located at 5144 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64112

Social distancing will be maintained and all volunteers will be provided (and required) to wear masks.

Encouraging Hope and Dignity

For more information please contact Volunteer Manager Bobi Hallak at 816-444-1121 ext. 105 or email her at bobi@sccentral.org to fill out an application today!

Join us on October 24 as we lead the fight against breast cancer in Kansas City! Day of event volunteers are needed to help with registration, children's activities, along the route, and more. The time commitment is from 6:30 am to 11 am on Saturday, October 24 at Crown Center.
 

American Cancer Society's Mission: To save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (MSABC) is a family-friendly, noncompetitive 3 mile walk that raises awareness and funds for breast cancer research and programming of the American Cancer Society.

We need 10 volunteers on Friday, October 23, 2020, at Crown Center, 2405 Grand Blvd, Kansas City MO, from 1:00pm-5:00pm.

Volunteers will assist with event set-up, including but not limited to: moving tables/chairs, putting up banners, setting up displays in tents, stapling table covers to tables. And volunteers should be able to do some light lifting/unloading/moving of the event supplies.
 

The Dream Factory is an all-volunteer organization and our volunteers are essential in advancing our mission of serving children. There are a variety of ways you can get involved with the organization, from serving on a committee to helping out at our many special events and fundraising opportunities. Other areas that need volunteer support include our community relations, public relations and corporate sponsorship committees.

We encourage our volunteers to bring their unique talents and interests to the Dream Factory organization so that their experience will be just as personally rewarding as it is for the children we serve.

Some volunteers choose to become Certified Dream Managers. This special volunteer role plays an integral part in making a child’s dream a reality. Once a child has been approved for a dream, the Dream Manager works directly with the child and his or her family, taking care of all the arrangements to make it happen.

The Greater Kansas City Dream Factory is fortunate to have such a strong network of volunteers and supporters who never cease to amaze in fulfilling even the most challenging dream requests.

Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity

Volunteers Urgently Needed on Wed-Sat 8a-2p to help build and repair homes.  

Register as a volunteer: https://trumanhabitat.org/quick-sign-up/

Looking for those especially with weekday availability to help our trained construction staff with home projects for Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity. Experience helpful. This will be a small group or individual opportunity to help our construction staff with repair, rehab, and build projects. 

Help families move into their new Habitat Homes and Homeowners keep their homes by building, rehabbing, and repairing homes. Learn new skills or share your skills. 

The tasks vary from week to week - anything from framing walls to installing doorknobs. Specific job site locations vary but are all in Eastern Jackson County.

All of our volunteers must be at least 16 years of age. Youth age 16-17 must be supervised by responsible adults at a ratio of not less than one adult over the age of 21 for every four youth.

We require everyone to wear closed-toed shoes and ask for appropriate clothing (please consider the weather and work conditions). No tools are needed, just a willingness to learn new skills and to volunteer.

If interested, contact Lindsay Browne at LBrowne@Trumanhabitat.org 816-832-4560, and we will get you on our volunteer schedule. Thank you for your interest!
 

You can register for shifts using this link (if a group already has the day reserved, check with Lindsay if there is room for an individual before signing up):

List view: Sign Up for a Shift

 

Calendar View: Sign Up Here

We need your help! Please sign up for a few construction volunteer shifts. No experience needed. We are so excited to have so many great construction projects going!  Actual volunteer location will vary week to week and will be shared by email.  (address shown is the ReStore, just to help people narrow in on the general part of town).

Thank you!

In 1956, a dedicated group of community members started Johnson County Library by running libraries out of their homes, schools, and businesses. In 2020, the Friends Johnson County Library continues to support the Library through volunteer and financial support. We are seeking volunteers to serve on the Membership Committee which recruits new members for the Friends organization, designs membership appreciation efforts and provides opportunities to enhance support to Johnson County Library.
 
If you’re social and outgoing, and have an understanding of building membership organizations, we'd love to talk with you! This committee conducts monthly virtual meetings and occasionally has other projects that may require additional time.

American Cancer Society's Mission: To save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer.

We are looking for passionate individuals who want to help us in the fight against cancer! We have leadership positions available to help us plan the 2020 Relay For Life events in the Kansas City Metro. Many different fun positions include Activities Chair, Sponsorship Chair, Ceremonies Lead and many more!

The Relay For Life movement is American Cancer Society's signature fundraiser dedicated to helping communities attack cancer. From team members to volunteers, we all want to remember those we've lost, help those affected today and give us a home team advantage against cancer. Through funds donated, time given, or awareness raised, our communities are teaming up to make a difference. When we rally together in the fight against cancer through this fun and inspirational event, we can accomplish anything!

Is hospitality your gift? Weekly volunteers are needed to welcome customers to our creative reuse center and provide enthusiastic customer service at checkout. Bring your smile and warmth and we'll provide the training.



Volunteer shifts are Tuesday-Sunday from 12-2 or 2-4, but you're welcome to work a longer shift. We're so grateful to our volunteers that we offer 20% off purchases!



Ages 18 and up. Interested? Sign up here.

 

If sorting and organizing other people's things gets you excited, then we want you to join our volunteer team! We're looking for volunteers to help us sort through creative materials and prepare them for processing before they hit our resale shop. Regular, weekly volunteers are needed for shifts Tuesday-Sunday 12-2 or 2-4 but you're welcome to stay longer!  We love our voluteers so much we give them 20% off the creative treasures they want to take home.



Must be 18 and up. Interested? Sign up here.

Professional Volunteer Needed to Develop and Oversee Technology Update for Truman Heritage Habitat For Humanity
 
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: 
Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity in Eastern Jackson County, MO is seeking volunteer assistance from an individual or a team with skills in the area of technology services to develop and oversee implementation of a technology update of our network to result in the optimization of hardware, software and technology services.  This technology plan includes inventory and assessment of current hardware and configuration, a review of security and back-up procedures, and identification and prioritization of recommended upgrades with a recommended timeline for implementation.  We ask this volunteer, if possible, to commit in helping our organization procure required upgrades and services by overseeing the implementation of the whole process.  Additionally we are requesting support with updating our technology policies and procedures to ensure adequate security, back-up procedures, document retention, and a disaster recovery plan.
 
PROJECT DELIVERABLES:
Written assessment with recommendations, timeline and cost estimates, phase 1 implementation plan, request for bids document, draft update of technology policies and procedures
 
TASKS:

1. Meet with the organization to discuss its current technology infrastructure (hardware, software, technology services, staff knowledge, security procedures, etc.) and desired improvements.
2. Review notes from the initial meeting, conducts necessary research about technology products/training, and develops a draft technology plan, including recommended changes/purchases, priorities, timeline, potential vendors, and a budget.
3. Meet with the organization to review and revise the technology plan.
4. Oversees implementation of the plan, or alternatively supports the organization in implementation by being available for direction as needed.
5. With staff, conduct a wrap-up meeting and determine next steps with regard to necessary future considerations or phases.

 
PROJECT PERIOD:
One to three months depending on volunteer availability
 

 
CONSULTANT EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum three years of experience in information technology planning
• Broad understanding of CRM, accounting software, etc. is a plus
• Familiarity with trends in the field that are specific to nonprofit organizations is a plus
• Familiarity with the range of resources that provide discounts, training, and advice to nonprofits is a plus but not required

 
 
ORGANIZATION COMMITMENTS TO VOLUNTEER:

• Project manager who serves as primary contact and has decision-making authority for the organization’s technology purchases and implementation
• Basic understanding of the organization’s current technology systems, including passwords, procedures, etc.
  • Clear sense of the organization’s goals for technology
  • Sufficient access, budget, staff time, and skills to implement project and implementation of Phase I of the technology plan

Volunteer tenant improvement architect needed for Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity

 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION:  Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity (THHFH) in Eastern Jackson County, MO is seeking the commitment of a professional volunteer or firm qualified to provide architectural design services for a retail tenant finish improvement.  This position is ideal for a professional architect that shares Habitat for Humanity’s passion for helping lower-income households and neighborhoods to achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance through homeownership and that values the role that Habitat for Humanity ReStores play in achieving its vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.  Every volunteer helps Habitat build homes, communities, and hope.

 

Habitat ReStores serve our mission in two ways.  First, ReStores sell surplus and gently used furniture, appliances, and building materials to the public at a fraction of the retail price, making home improvement affordable for lower-income families, landlords and the community at large.  And because our inventory is donated by local businesses, contractors and residents as a means of recycling, ReStores also support environmental sustainability be diverting useful items from the landfill.  Every ReStore donation helps to build stronger communities. 

 

Secondly, the net proceeds from the operation of Habitat ReStores provide a significant and flexible source of funding to support Habitat’s primary mission of building affordable home ownership opportunities for working families in need of safe, decent, affordable housing.  In this way, Habitat for Habitat has found a viable and long-lasting solution for achieving organizational self-sufficiency and has reduced its reliance on public funds and competitive grant dollars.  Every ReStore purchase helps to create the opportunity for a better life for the families we serve.

 

SCOPE OF PROJECT:

THHFH is currently vetting locations for a new Habitat ReStore in Eastern Jackson County.   Architectural services are required to identify, and eventually design, the scope of tenant improvements that will be required to achieve minimum occupancy standards and THHFH’s goals for operational efficiencies and overall performance.            

 

PROJECT PERIOD:

1-3 months depending on volunteer availability.

 

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

Minimum three years of professional experience as a licensed architect or structural engineer, preferably including design of retail tenant finish, including some inventory warehousing, parking lot design, and loading dock improvements. 

About Us

Tyler’s House KC is an emerging nonprofit in Northeast Johnson County, dedicated to providing safe spaces where creative arts programming serves to heal, connect, and promote emotional wellness among the young people in our community. Responding to the growing number of teens in our area who are experiencing emotional crises, our mission is to offer a warm and safe after school space, provide practical resources, enriching programming, and form trusting and healthy relationships to empower young people to navigate their worlds. 

Volunteer Position Opening- General Counsel

Tyler's House KC is searching for an experienced, knowledgeable, proactive person who is passionate about our mission and possesses the legal expertise to ensure our growing organization remains in compliance with all legal, regulatory, and tax reporting requirements. General Counsel will advise THKC regarding all legal aspects of the organization.

 

Responsibilities Include:

• Governance Matters

• General Contracts, including Nondisclosure, Employment, and Operating Agreements

• Compliance Filings and Reports

• Amending Bylaws or Articles of Incorporation

• Revision of Policies and Procedures Documents and Manuals

• Evaluation of Fundraising Plans

• Planned Giving Strategies and Legal Agreements

• Use, and Risks, of Social Media

• Board and Staff Training

Those interested in joining the THKC Board of Directors in this capacity should contact Executive Director Cori Hastings at cori.hastings@tylershousekc.org.

Platte Senior Services, Inc. (PSSI) has volunteer opportunities at their Senior Center located near KCI Airport for daily Nutrition and Exercise volunteers, weekly Home Delivered Meals drivers and once-a-month Commodity Supplemental Food Program delivery volunteers.  PSSI also needs volunteers who have carpentry skills to help with several new and exciting projects here at the Center.  Please contact Deanna at the Center, 816-270-4100 or email dadkins@platteseniorcenter.org.

PSSI has been serving Platte County and surrounding area Seniors since 1982.  Our mission has remained consistent over the past 37 years, to enable Seniors to live full and independent lives by providing nutrition and transportation services as well as opportunities to interact with others and socialize in activities throughout the community.  Come join us!

ScrapsKC is looking for textile lovers to volunteer weekly! Volunteers will sort and process yarns, fabrics, notions and any textile donated to our creative reuse center which supports our mission to care for Kansas City's environment, education and homeless.  Opportunities are available Tuesday-Sunday 12-2 or 2-4. Bring a friend or meet new friends and become part of the ScrapsKC family!



A limited knowledge of textiles is helpful and volunteers receive 20% off purchases.

Must be 18 years and older. Interested? Sign up here. 

Flourish Furnishings is looking for some great guys and gals that have a love for minor furniture repair and woodworking.  We work diligently to ensure that our clients receive the best furniture possible.  It may mean repairing a broken leg, sanding and refinishing a table top, etc...but we never want our clients to get good enough.  This team has flexible volunteer schedule and some could be done from home.  We'd love for you to share your talents with us.

Position Title: Tech Volunteer 

Purpose: The purpose of the tech volunteer is to work with our tech team to help get our computers in the hands of nonprofit organizations or the low income populations. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Sorting computers that come into our facility 
• Taking our computers through the wiping process
• Help build computers with the proper requirements  
• Potentially assisting staff member with a network build 

Qualifications:

• 18 & Older
• Basic knowledge of computer rebuilds and network rebuilds 
• Flexibility, patience and willingness to learn 

Support: Volunteers will receive an orientation and job-specific training. A background check will be required before start date if you are working with sensitive material. 

 Reports to: Education Manager or Technology Manager 

Time Commitment: We will work with you on your avability  

Location: Connecting For Good Warehouse 

                518 Santa Fe St 

                Kansas City, MO 64105

 

For more information please email: volunteering@connectingforgood.org or call (816)-559-7077