Opportunities From: United Way of Central Missouri

We are excited to share a unique volunteer opportunity with you! Missouri River Relief is bringing its Missouri River Days field trips to the Jefferson City School District, giving local 4th graders an unforgettable day of learning and discovery on the Missouri River.

During these half-day adventures, students will:

Explore the journals of Lewis & Clark and create watercolor sketches to take home

Use the cottonwood forest as a living laboratory to study Missouri River bottomland plants

Meet river scientists and get up close with native fish while learning about ecosystem health

Take in spectacular river views while learning about river channelization

To make these days run smoothly, we need 30 volunteers each day. You can help all day (8:30 AM – 2:00 PM) or choose a half-day shift (8:30–12:30 or 12:00–2:30).

Volunteer roles include:

Fitting life jackets

Assisting boat drivers as deckhands

Leading short lessons with 4th graders

Supporting staff to keep kids safe and engaged

Here’s the link to sign up: https://bit.ly/JC-river-days-volunteer

This is a one-of-a-kind chance to connect with kids in our community through hands-on learning, outdoor adventure, and the magic of the Missouri River. We’d love for you to join us!

Looking to provide care and create hope in your community? Volunteer at the Catholic Charities Food Pantry for chance to serve your neighbors in need! Our volunteers assist with all aspects of our client-choice pantry (which offers neighbors a grocery store experience and even includes online shopping capabilities) such as greeting, stocking, shopping assistance, and scanning items at checkout. This ongoing opportunity is a great way to get involved!

Those interested in serving on a regular basis can get started by completing an application through our online portal (CERVIS). Individuals and groups interested in single-occasion service opportunities should contact us to discuss dates and details. Please note that all adult volunteers (18+) must be Safe Environment compliant through the Diocese of Jefferson City prior to serving.

We look forward to serving with you soon!  

Thorpe Gordon will have a Trunk or Treat for their students on October 30th from 5:00-7:00 PM. Decorate your trunk with a fun theme or a game. Bring some candy and make some kids very happy! 

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland is seeking passionate, knowledgeable professionals to lead 1.5–2 hour workshops for our dedicated troop leaders and volunteers as part of the United Way of Central Missouri’s Day of Caring on Thursday, September 19.

Our goal is to empower our volunteers—who serve girls across central Missouri—with essential skills in budgeting, conflict resolution, or safety preparedness. These one-time sessions will provide practical tools and guidance to help volunteers lead successful, safe, and inclusive troop experiences.

We welcome professionals in the following fields:

Financial experts (budgeting, personal finance, nonprofit finance)

Counselors, HR professionals, or conflict resolution specialists

Safety officers, EMTs, nurses, or those trained in emergency preparedness

You will be supported with training resources, examples, and a council staff contact. Sessions will be held in-person at a location worked out with the volunteer and offered during the morning (9 AM–12 PM) or afternoon (1–4 PM) shifts—choose the time that works best for you!

Help us build stronger, more confident Girl Scout volunteers. Your expertise will make a meaningful difference in our communities!

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland is seeking passionate, knowledgeable professionals to lead 1.5–2 hour workshops for our dedicated troop leaders and volunteers as part of the United Way of Central Missouri’s Day of Caring on Thursday, September 19.

Our goal is to empower our volunteers—who serve girls across central Missouri—with essential skills in budgeting, conflict resolution, or safety preparedness. These one-time sessions will provide practical tools and guidance to help volunteers lead successful, safe, and inclusive troop experiences.

We welcome professionals in the following fields:

Financial experts (budgeting, personal finance, nonprofit finance)

Counselors, HR professionals, or conflict resolution specialists

Safety officers, EMTs, nurses, or those trained in emergency preparedness

You will be supported with training resources, examples, and a council staff contact. Sessions will be held in-person at a location worked out with the volunteer and offered during the morning (9 AM–12 PM) or afternoon (1–4 PM) shifts—choose the time that works best for you!

Help us build stronger, more confident Girl Scout volunteers. Your expertise will make a meaningful difference in our communities!

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland is seeking passionate, knowledgeable professionals to lead 1.5–2 hour workshops for our dedicated troop leaders and volunteers as part of the United Way of Central Missouri’s Day of Caring on Thursday, September 19.

Our goal is to empower our volunteers—who serve girls across central Missouri—with essential skills in budgeting, conflict resolution, or safety preparedness. These one-time sessions will provide practical tools and guidance to help volunteers lead successful, safe, and inclusive troop experiences.

We welcome professionals in the following fields:

Financial experts (budgeting, personal finance, nonprofit finance)

Counselors, HR professionals, or conflict resolution specialists

Safety officers, EMTs, nurses, or those trained in emergency preparedness

You will be supported with training resources, examples, and a council staff contact. Sessions will be held in-person at a location worked out with the volunteer and offered during the morning (9 AM–12 PM) or afternoon (1–4 PM) shifts—choose the time that works best for you!

Help us build stronger, more confident Girl Scout volunteers. Your expertise will make a meaningful difference in our communities!

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland is seeking passionate, knowledgeable professionals to lead 1.5–2 hour workshops for our dedicated troop leaders and volunteers as part of the United Way of Central Missouri’s Day of Caring on Thursday, September 19.

Our goal is to empower our volunteers—who serve girls across central Missouri—with essential skills in budgeting, conflict resolution, or safety preparedness. These one-time sessions will provide practical tools and guidance to help volunteers lead successful, safe, and inclusive troop experiences.

We welcome professionals in the following fields:

Financial experts (budgeting, personal finance, nonprofit finance)

Counselors, HR professionals, or conflict resolution specialists

Safety officers, EMTs, nurses, or those trained in emergency preparedness

You will be supported with training resources, examples, and a council staff contact. Sessions will be held in-person at a location worked out with the volunteer and offered during the morning (9 AM–12 PM) or afternoon (1–4 PM) shifts—choose the time that works best for you!

Help us build stronger, more confident Girl Scout volunteers. Your expertise will make a meaningful difference in our communities!

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland is seeking passionate, knowledgeable professionals to lead 1.5–2 hour workshops for our dedicated troop leaders and volunteers as part of the United Way of Central Missouri’s Day of Caring on Thursday, September 19.

Our goal is to empower our volunteers—who serve girls across central Missouri—with essential skills in budgeting, conflict resolution, or safety preparedness. These one-time sessions will provide practical tools and guidance to help volunteers lead successful, safe, and inclusive troop experiences.

We welcome professionals in the following fields:

Financial experts (budgeting, personal finance, nonprofit finance)

Counselors, HR professionals, or conflict resolution specialists

Safety officers, EMTs, nurses, or those trained in emergency preparedness

You will be supported with training resources, examples, and a council staff contact. Sessions will be held in-person at a location worked out with the volunteer and offered during the morning (9 AM–12 PM) or afternoon (1–4 PM) shifts—choose the time that works best for you!

Help us build stronger, more confident Girl Scout volunteers. Your expertise will make a meaningful difference in our communities!

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland is seeking passionate, knowledgeable professionals to lead 1.5–2 hour workshops for our dedicated troop leaders and volunteers as part of the United Way of Central Missouri’s Day of Caring on Thursday, September 19.

Our goal is to empower our volunteers—who serve girls across central Missouri—with essential skills in budgeting, conflict resolution, or safety preparedness. These one-time sessions will provide practical tools and guidance to help volunteers lead successful, safe, and inclusive troop experiences.

We welcome professionals in the following fields:

Financial experts (budgeting, personal finance, nonprofit finance)

Counselors, HR professionals, or conflict resolution specialists

Safety officers, EMTs, nurses, or those trained in emergency preparedness

You will be supported with training resources, examples, and a council staff contact. Sessions will be held in-person at a location worked out with the volunteer and offered during the morning (9 AM–12 PM) or afternoon (1–4 PM) shifts—choose the time that works best for you!

Help us build stronger, more confident Girl Scout volunteers. Your expertise will make a meaningful difference in our communities!

Assist with maintaining a clean and healthy learning environment by wiping down windows, shelves, tables, and chairs in the classrooms! 

Lend a hand in organizing and cleaning out storage sheds on the playground! 

Every year hundreds of volunteers assist Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO) with making our programs a reality. Interested in serving your neighbors in need? Join our volunteer network and help us provide care and create hope! Those interested in serving on a regular basis can get started by completing an application through our online portal (CERVIS). Individuals and groups interested in single-occasion service opportunities should contact us to discuss dates and details. Please note that all adult volunteers (18+) must be Safe Environment compliant through the Diocese of Jefferson City prior to serving.

We look forward to serving with you soon!  

Help us bring the Block Party to life! Volunteers will assist with setting up tables, tents, signage, and decorations before the event begins. This includes lifting, moving supplies, and adding festive touches.

Close out the night with us by helping pack up tables, tents, and decorations, picking up trash, and making sure the area is left clean and beautiful. Some lifting may be required. Many hands make light work!

Be the first friendly face people see! Volunteers will help check in guests, give out wristbands, and verify IDs at the entrances. Great for those who enjoy welcoming people and keeping things organized. Must be 18+ for ID verification.

The behind-the-scenes heroes! This team helps keep things running smoothly during the event — supporting vendors, assisting with crowd flow, running errands, or jumping in wherever help is needed. If you like variety and problem-solving, this spot is for you!

Keep the party clean and comfortable! Volunteers will monitor trash bins, restock restroom supplies, and do light clean-up throughout their shift. You’ll help make sure guests have a great experience all night long.

We’re looking for volunteers to assist with some outdoor cleanup around our property. Tasks include pulling weeds, trimming bushes, and raking leaves. If you’re able to help, please bring your own gloves and any tools you might need. Your time and effort are greatly appreciated!

Volunteers can choose from three activities: grocery shopping, bin shopping, or cleaning raised beds. Staff will be available to assist with both shopping options.

Join us for a day of service, smiles, and support.

We’re looking for volunteers to assist with general cleanup projects around camp, with a key focus on extending our split rail fence.

Join us for a mix of fun and helpful tasks—sanitize toys, freshen up the walls with a little paint, and bake some tasty cookies!

Help bake delicious cookies and tidy up by sanitizing parts of the club afterwards! 

Where: Gibbs Center for Independence

Date: Friday, October 31, from 1 - 2 pm.

We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join us for a fun-filled Trunk or Treat event! Help us create a safe and festive Halloween experience for up to 50 participants.

Volunteers should:

This is a great opportunity to support a wonderful cause and bring joy to our community. Let’s make this Halloween unforgettable!

Capital City CASA is a volunteer-based organization serving the children in Cole County who have suffered abuse and neglect in the home and those who are removed because of abuse and neglect. 

The purpose of the committee is to assist staff and board members in creating a self-sustaining organization that leverages available community resources to serve all eligible children with a CASA volunteer.  This will be achieved through special events, awareness-building initiatives, and other avenues to increase local support. 

The 5-8 member committee will be comprised of 2-4 community members, 1-2 staff members, and 2 board members.

Role and Responsibilities will include:

• Review all previous year fundraising activity and make recommendations for improvements for the new fiscal year.

•Work with staff to determine annual development budget.

• Create a fund development plan.

• Develop an annual calendar for the committee’s activities, including critical dates, milestones, and required board actions

• Engage in networking and advocacy for the organization.

• Participate in annual special events and other fundraising activities. 

• Cultivate relationships with current and prospective major donors and funders and develop individualized strategies to cultivate or strengthen those relationships.

• Identify and cultivate relationships with current and prospective corporate sponsors, devise sponsorship packages, and work with staff and Board to develop relationships.

• Along with Executive Director, meet with current and prospective major donors and funders (foundations and corporations).

• Tap respective networks for potential donors of money, time and in-kind support.

• Monitor & support fundraising efforts to be sure that ethical practices are in place, that donors are acknowledged appropriately, and that fundraising efforts are cost-effective. 

• Attend and participate in regular Fundraising Committee meetings

• Contribute financially to the organization at a level meaningful to the individual

• Come prepared to participate and engage

Time Commitment

• 1-2 hours per month (include meeting and outreach events) 

A Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) is a caring, consistent adult who stands alongside a child who has been removed from their home due to abuse or neglect. CASA volunteers gather information from those involved in the child's life—teachers, doctors, foster parents, daycare providers, and others—and use that knowledge to advocate for the child’s best interests in court.

They get to know the child personally and speak on their behalf, especially when the child is too young or overwhelmed to speak for themselves. Their role is not just to observe, but to amplify the child’s voice and ensure their needs are heard by the juvenile court judge.  For juvenile court judges, CASA volunteers are their eyes and ears in the community.

Children with a CASA volunteer are more likely to receive necessary services, experience fewer foster placements, and reach a safe, permanent home sooner.

Now more than ever, CASA volunteers are urgently needed. With frequent changes in the child welfare system, important details about a child’s situation can fall through the cracks. A CASA volunteer helps ensure that it doesn't happen.

Council for Drug Free Youth is looking for a few volunteers to assist at community functions and represent the agency. Setting up and interacting with the public is mostly all this position requires! We are active at events such as Kidsfest, Airshows, School Open Houses, Baseball games, and more community events. We would love for you to join us.

The Executive Leadership Committee (ELC) for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Sedalia is a group of dedicated business and community leaders committed to making a lasting impact in the fight against Alzheimer’s. ELC members play a key role in the success of the Walk by leveraging their networks, influence, and leadership to help drive sponsorship, team recruitment, and fundraising efforts.

Serve as an ambassador for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s within your professional and personal networks.

Help identify and engage potential corporate sponsors and community partners.

Lead by example by forming a Walk team and setting a fundraising goal.

Attend periodic committee meetings (flexible scheduling).

Provide strategic input and connections to grow Walk participation and fundraising.

Inspire other business and community leaders to get involved.

Well-connected in the local business or civic community.

Willing to use their voice and influence to engage others.

Committed to attending meetings and supporting Walk efforts.

This is a meaningful opportunity to make a direct impact on families affected by Alzheimer’s while demonstrating community leadership. If you’re interested in learning more, we’d love to connect!

For more details, please reach out to:
Laurie Williams
Sr. Fundraising Manager

lawilliams@alz.org

Join us as a Day-Of Volunteer for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Jefferson City and help make this inspiring event a success! Volunteers are the heart of the Walk, ensuring everything runs smoothly and creating a welcoming, uplifting experience for all participants.

✔ Set-Up Crew – Help with event setup, including tents, tables, signage, and decorations.
✔ Registration & Check-In – Greet participants, assist with check-in, and provide event materials.
✔ Cheer Squad – Keep energy high by cheering on walkers along the route.
✔ Promise Garden – Assist with the setup and distribution of Promise Garden flowers, a meaningful part of the event.
✔ Water & Refreshments – Help distribute water and snacks to participants.
✔ Clean-Up Crew – Assist with post-event breakdown and cleanup.

A chance to make a real impact in the fight against Alzheimer’s.

A fun and meaningful way to give back to the community.

The opportunity to meet others who share a passion for the cause.

No experience needed—just a willingness to help and a great attitude! Volunteers are typically needed for a few hours in the morning, but we’ll work with your schedule.

Sign up today or reach out for more details:

We need someone to help us update our website and do regular posts on social media sites.

This volunteer opportunity pairs skilled volunteers with a particular RACS need. 

Examples 

Join us in making Dreams to Reality's first annual SHE LEADS fashion show a success! We’re looking for passionate volunteers to help with all aspects of the event—from setting up and tearing down to hosting, assisting backstage, and providing general support throughout the day. Whether you’re interested in fashion, event planning, or just want to be part of an exciting community event, your help is invaluable in creating an unforgettable experience for everyone involved. Sign up today and be part of this groundbreaking event supporting women as they overcome barriers to employment!

Supervise children while YMCA members are using the facility.

Welcome new RACS Volunteers! We are excited to have you on our team! Prior to signing up for any of our Volunteer Opportunities, you will need to complete this RACS Volunteer Orientation. We provide the RACS Volunteer Orientation every second Thursday of the month from 5:30 to 6:30. pm. This orientation will provide you with all of the information you need to begin helping RACS provide support and services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking in Central Missouri! 

If you have not already done so, please complete this Volunteer Application and download the RACS Volunteer Handbook.

Then select the Volunteer Orientation that fits with your schedule. Once your orientation reservation has been received by RACS, we will contact you with further information. Please do not sign up for any Volunteer Opportunities until after you have completed the RACS Volunteer Orientation. 

Thank you and we can't wait to work with you to continue providing survivors with a place for Healing and Hope. 

RACS is recycling cardboard and plastic and would like to have a volunteer pick it up to take to New World Recycling every two weeks.  Days and times can be flexible, just contact Libby to let her know when you will be coming. (573) 634-8346 Ext. 113 or libby@racsjc.org.

Once a month we receive food from the Food Bank for our pantry.  We could use help organizing, labeling and putting away the groceries.

Volunteers are the heart of our programming: so we focus on providing meaningful interactions.  Volunteers in the adult can sign up for as little as 60 minutes each week. And the only requisite is patience and time.  Students may be speakers of other languages who need conversational skills.  Working with them will be a gratifying experience.

Currently, ABLE is seeking volunteers as reading tutors to meet one-on-one with 6th-grade students at Thomas Jefferson and Lewis and Clark Middle Schools for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. Volunteers who pass a background check will give one hour a week to help students achieve grade level. Working with middle school students is a great opportunity to learn more about the upcoming generation. ABLE provides training and materials. Training will be in August to prepare for tutoring that begins right after Labor Day.  

Contact ABLE at 573/636-5558 or ABLELearningCenter@gmail.com for more information.

Think back to when you were a kid. Remember the people who listened to you, inspired you, and supported you through it all? It’s your turn to be one of those people for a new generation. 

As a Girl Scout volunteer, you’re someone girls can count on. You’re the one who cheers them on, makes them laugh, and listens when they need it most. You can help build a community where every girl is accepted and valued—just by being yourself. Volunteers engage regularly with their Girl Scouts and guide them through activities, like earning badges, exploring the outdoors, or running their own business through the Girl Scout Cookie Program. 

You don’t need any special leadership training to get involved—just a passion for helping others. The best part? There’s no one “type” of volunteer. If you believe that Girl Scouts can change the world, you belong here. Contact us today and see how you can make the most impact. 

As a volunteer organization, Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland has a volunteer board of directors composed of adult women and men who serve our membership. The combined expertise of these community members provides the leadership to set the direction of the council and establish the policies and bylaws that guide us. 

If someone you know has the qualifications, experience, and interest in helping to guide an organization to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place, please submit a nomination form.  

The Girl Scout Movement is seeking talented and visionary leaders to serve on the Girl Scouts of Missouri Heartland Board to advance our strategic plan and goals for now and into the future. If you: 

Then, we need you! The Board of Directors welcomes your application to serve on the board. If you possess skills that you believe would make you a qualified candidate, please complete a board application.  

Complete the RACS Volunteer Orientation and pass a background check. 

We are in need of a volunteer that will be willing to go shopping for the Shelter weekly. The shopping list is created on the first of the week, and the groceries need to be picked up on Wednesdays. 

Jefferson City Room at the Inn is a cold winter shelter for the unhoused.  We are in need of volunteers to monitor the shelter. We are located at 107 Monroe in the activities building at First Baptist Church. There will be 3 volunteer shift opportunities.  Evening Shift - 5:30pm-11:30pm (set up cots, greet guests, check-in guests)  Overnight Shift  - 11:00pm-5:30am (oversee the safety of guests overnight, prepare guests for morning check out, wash bedding from the night before) Morning Shift - 5:00am-7:30am (wake guests, prepare breakfast bags to go, put cots up, check out guests)  Please use our sign up link if you are interested.  This shelter will only be for adults.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AA4AA28A1FCC07-45038009-jcroom?useFullSite=true&fbclid=IwAR3L5Y0mzASimWItk3wrSYsna2l3SARrTOGFFsA131fF8VZEPdRTnWbL70I#/

The United Way of Central Missouri and Community Asset Builders are partnering together for a new initiative - HealthTran. Health Tran is like uber for health & wellness appointments! Health Tran aims to ensure all rural community members have transportation to access the healthcare and wellness services they need to live a healthy life. We are looking for volunteer drivers! 

About the volunteer opportunity:

Glennette Combs is the HealthTran Volunteer Recruiter. For more information you can contact her at glennette@cabllc.com. 

Undergraduate and Graduate level interns log their intern hours on this system.  

RACS has some openings on our Board. At this time our meetings occur every month. If you are interested in becoming a board member please reach out to Executive Director Angela Hirsch at angelah@racsjc.org

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for transforming lives and careers? Dreams to Reality and Resale Boutique is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our esteemed Board of Directors, playing a pivotal role in guiding our mission of empowering women through transitional phases with career-appropriate clothing and the confidence to pursue their professional aspirations.

About Us: Dreams to Reality is a trailblazing non-profit dedicated to turning aspirations into achievements. We empower women at transitional points in their lives, providing them with not only career-appropriate attire but also the self-assurance to chase their dream careers with unwavering confidence.

Boutique Specialists make sure the right products reach the racks and shelves of the stores at the right moment and with the appropriate price.  As a Merchandise Specialist you will work with a team who is responsible for visual merchandising, styling, planning, and executing floor-sets.  

Aging Best provides a variety of evidence-based health and wellness programs for seniors.  These are taught by trained lay leaders.  We are looking for enthusiastic, caring people who are willing to be trained in one or more of our programs, to present them in a variety of community locations.  They are time-limited, generally from 1 - 3 times per week and no longer than 12 weeks (most are shorter).

For further information, please call Kathy Deeken at 573-540-1100.

This Volunteer Opportunity assists with maintaining the RACS facility and grounds. Some tasks may include;

This opportunity also allows service minded community groups to assist RACS to maintain the RACS grounds and facility. To volunteer as a "Team" select "Respond as a Team" and follow the directions below!

If you have not previously created a team, or if you want to create a new team, follow these steps. While this looks like a lot of steps, they are intuitive and mostly error-proof.

Do you have a green thumb and a passion for service?! Then volunteering to help the RACS Garden Therapy Program may be a good fit for you! This volunteer opportunity will pair you with the Garden Therapy RACS counselor to help with the green house and small garden. This would be a great opportunity for a community group or several individuals who are willing to work together and grow this program to provide fresh fruits and vegetables for our emergency shelter and a place for survivors to heal and GROW. 

If you have not already done so, please complete this Volunteer Application and download the RACS Volunteer Handbook prior to registering to help with the RACS Garden. Thank you!

We are searching for friendly and energetic volunteers to help deliver meals to homebound senior citizens in mid-Missouri. We deliver different routes each weekday morning. Anyone interested in volunteering will need to come by the Clarke Senior Center and fill out a volunteer application for the local Agency on Aging prior to volunteering.

We are looking for friendly and energetic individuals that might be interested in volunteering in the Dining Room of the Clarke Senior Center on weekday mornings. This would involve helping seniors get their food and return to their seats, and we encourage all volunteers to sit down and enjoy conversation with our clients as well. Anyone interested in volunteering will need to come by the center and fill out a volunteer application for the local Agency on Aging prior to volunteering.

We are looking for friendly and energetic individuals that might be interested in volunteering in the Dining Room of the Clarke Senior Center on weekday mornings. This would involve helping seniors get their food and return to their seats, and we encourage all volunteers to sit down and enjoy conversation with our clients as well. Anyone interested in volunteering will need to come by the center and fill out a volunteer application for the local Agency on Aging prior to volunteering.

Our volunteers perform a a variety of duties to enhance the quality of life for our patients. Our volunteer program is based on your availability and is designed to be a custom fit for each volunteer. Ongoing training is provided to our volunteers and you can volunteer as many or as few hours as you wish.

Patient care volunteers can help by providing things such as basic companionship, a good ear to listen and a nice conversation is always welcoming. Light housework if the patient has a need such as laundry, vacuuming, or checking the mail for them. We also encourage joining them in activities they may enjoy taking part in such as bingo, card games or puzzles. 

 We have both home and facility patients who utilize our program. We cover 14 counties surrounding Cole County and are looking to gain volunteers in each county. 

We would love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. Thank you for your interest in our program. 

Mow and trim lawn as needed.  Equipment provided or you can bring your own.

Front Desk Volunteers answer phones, greet clients, and help clients fill out applications for assistance.  The work 9-noon and most work one weekday a month

Every day people are forced from their home due to disasters. Single and multi-family home fires account for 90% of disaster responses for the American Red Cross. Compassionate and committed Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers help those families affected.

Respond by phone to families affected by home fires, flooding or other local disasters to provide resources, comfort and hope.

Be the beacon of hope to families who are likely having the worst day of their lives.

What’s Needed

  What Our Volunteers Are Saying

How to get started

Transport life-saving blood products from the American Red Cross facility at 1511 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65203 using small American Red Cross vans.

Requirements

 What Our Volunteers Are Saying

How to get started

Do you love interacting with people and want to make a direct impact in your community? We have a volunteer opportunity for you!

It's located at our Donor Center at 3230 Emerald Ln in Jefferson City 65109

What Is It and Why Is It Needed?

You would help to provide a warm and friendly greeting to our blood donors. As you welcome them you will assist them with reception and hospitality and enhance the blood donor experience.

Blood drives with volunteer greeters are more successful, run smoother and collect more blood. This means more lives are saved because of you! The importance is to provide the blood donors with a positive experience and encourage to donate regularly.

Must be 16 years or older

Opportunity for you to:

How to get started

What Our Volunteers Are Saying

Do you love interacting with people and want to make a direct impact in your community? We have a volunteer opportunity for you!

It's located at our Donor Center at 1511 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65203

What Is It and Why Is It Needed?

You would help to provide a warm and friendly greeting to our blood donors. As you welcome them you will assist them with reception and hospitality and enhance the blood donor experience.

Blood drives with volunteer greeters are more successful, run smoother and collect more blood. This means more lives are saved because of you! The importance is to provide the blood donors with a positive experience and encourage to donate regularly.

Must be 16 years or older

Opportunity for you to:

How to get started

What Our Volunteers Are Saying

Every day people are forced from their home due to disasters. Single and multi-family home fires account for 90% of disaster responses for the American Red Cross. Compassionate and committed Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers help those families affected.

Respond by phone to families affected by home fires, flooding or other local disasters to provide resources, comfort and hope.

Be the beacon of hope to families who are likely having the worst day of their lives.

What’s Needed

  What Our Volunteers Are Saying

How to get started

Do you love interacting with people and want to make a direct impact in your community? We have a volunteer opportunity for you!

The best part? You pick your locations and shifts. 

What Is It and Why Is It Needed?

You would help to provide a warm and friendly greeting to our blood donors. As you welcome them you will assist them with reception and hospitality and enhance the blood donor experience.

Blood drives with volunteer greeters are more successful, run smoother and collect more blood. This means more lives are saved because of you! The importance is to provide the blood donors with a positive experience and encourage to donate regularly.

Must be 16 years or older

Opportunity for you to:

How to get started

What Our Volunteers Are Saying

BECOME A COMMISSIONER?

Scouting has always stood ready to serve our nation. Helping out in our communities, doing our best to stand up for what is right in all ways and areas of life.

A youth joins a unit because Scouting promises the excitement

and adventure that prepares him to be tomorrow’s leader.

The key fulfillment of this promise is in the hands of people like you. Because of you, boys and young adults will stay in the Scouting program longer. You can unlock the door to Scouting’s adventure so that one day he will say, “It was all that I hoped for and more!”

Will you consider becoming a Commissioner and be a part of SHARING THE FRIENDSHIP?

CONCEPT STATEMENT FOR COMMISSIONERS

The mission of the Boys Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the value of the Scouting Oath and Law.

The Boy Scouts of America is the nation’s foremost youth program

of character development and values-based leadership training.

In the future, Scouting will continue to

values-based program.

A commissioner is a friend to a unit. He or she does for unit leadership what a friend would do. For instance: congratulating them for their successes, helping them understand how they can improve, and introducing them to a wide variety of resources, opportunities, and fun.

Join a long line of heroes who have assisted Scouting units through unchanging values and friendship.

“Sharing  the  Friendship”  involves  several  roles,  including:

A Friend is someone who has the attitude, “I care, I am here to help, what can I do for you?” Caring makes commissioner service successful! A friend who makes him/herself known and accepted today will be called on in a future time of trouble. To do this, you must develop good communication through regular visits.  This will keep you well informed and able to help.

A Representative is someone who realizes his/her attitude affects their success, because it influences other people. Our attitude and actions tell unit people how we feel about the program and service we provide. The average unit leader is totally occupied in working with youth. They have little, if an, contact with the Boys Scouts of America other than your visits.

A Teacher is someone who participates in the growth of unit leaders by sharing their knowledge or by directing them to resource materials. The commissioner furthers his/her teaching role by promoting and ensuring that unit leaders attend roundtables, district trainings, and council sponsored events.

A Counselor is someone who listens in such a way as to help units solve their own problems. An effective counselor picks a time and place without interruptions. He/she guides them with leading questions instead of giving advice.

A Unit Doctor is someone who knows that prevention of a problem is better than a cure, and will act quickly when a symptom is found.

“SHARING THE FRIENDSHIP”

As we look in to the future, we see greater challenge and unlimited opportunity for today’s youth. The future of our country, its society, and institutions depends upon quality people like you who can be part of “Sharing the Friendship” with dedicated unit leaders.

No previous Scouting experience is required to be a commissioner. However, you should be willing to complete Commissioner Basic Training and have a burning desire to learn what resources are available for you and the units you serve.

ReStore Truck Drivers are needed for Saturday mornings from 8:45am to 12:15pm. Volunteer would need to be able to drive a large box truck around Jefferson City to help pick up donations to our ReStore. Two other people ride in the truck with the driver and help load the donations. Good driving record required. 

Enjoy working with your hands? Come help us build homes for families right here in Jefferson City. We build on Tuesdays and some Saturdays each month from 8 am to 1 pm.  No experience necessary. We provide all the training and tools that you will need.  

Our Construction Manager or trained volunteers will assist you with each task that is required and you will never be asked to do anything that makes you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. 

We do everything from putting on siding on a home, painting, framing, yard work, and more! Come learn a new trade and have fun helping your community.  

We need numerous volunteers on a regular basis for our ReStore. Choose which position or which shift you would like to work and how often you wish to volunteer. We are very flexible!  We need cashiers, customer service volunteers to help customers on the sales floor, warehouse volunteers to help load and unload donated materials, truck drivers to help pick up donations in town, and more! 

Enjoy meeting people? Come join our ReStore team and volunteer as a cashier as customers bring their items to the front to purchase. Climate controlled area. Training is provided. Volunteer as much or as little as you have time.  

Serve on our volunteer board of directors.  Our board meets ten times a year.  Members are required to attend six or more meetings.  In addition board members assist with fundraisers and some agency activities.

Interact with our very small ones one afternoon per week by rocking, feeding or playing.  

We are always looking for groups and individuals to volunteer at our events - please use this link to find volunteer opportunities near you!

Special Olympics Missouri (volunteerhub.com)

Transporting bags of clothes from Dreams to Reality to the Salvation Army donation in-take site.   Occurs on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month any time between 9:30AM - 11:30AM. 

Please follow the link below to see all the amazing opportunities we have for volunteers in the 24 counties we serve in Mid-Missouri!

CMFCAA Volunteer Opportunities

Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have!

Seeking assistance in the kitchen for food preparation and distribution.

Feeding approximately 125 meals each day.

Monday through Friday noon to 5pm. Volunteering is appreciated any day and time.

Contact John at 573 634 2582 or email jschaefferkoetter@bgcjc.com

We have ongoing needs for babysitters for children ages infant to five years old.  Depending on situation, there many be anywhere from one child to several.

Personal Image consultants (PIC's) are specialists who improve the professional image of a client. They evaluate, enhance and upgrade a client's appearance to ensure that their image is consistent with their professional goals.

As a Dreams to Reality Personal Image Consultant you will meet with clients who are referred to us from other agencies, discuss their needs and help dress them for the interview and career they are aiming for.   

Volunteers will work alongside our disabled employees helping with our daily production work.  This could involve helping on a shrink-wrap line, small parts assembly line or working in our mailroom.  The volunteer work would be a benefit in our production output; but more importantly, the volunteers would be able to meet our employees and see what a work day entails for them.  We guarantee it will be an uplifting, rewarding experience. 

Spend up to one hour a week mentoring a child (Littles) in need of extra encouragement and support.  Our school based mentors (Bigs) are matched at one of Jefferson City School District Elementary, Middle or High Schools.  Bigs spend time at school assisting a child with their school work, playing games, talking, and being a friend. There are many children waiting right now for a mentor.  Being a Big will make a positive impact on a child's life and yours too!

Spend up to 2 hours a week with a child out in the community doing things you both enjoy. Our agency matches mentors (Bigs) with children (Littles) from single parent homes who are in need of a positive adult influence in their life.  In just two hours a week you can a have a profound impact on a child's life.  Mentoring will change a child's life and yours. 

LEDC has equipment that gets broken from time to time. If you are handy with tools please give us a helping hand. 

  Come and read to LEDC's children. Reading is a great way to spend an hour . The children will love it and so will you!

We are searching for friendly and energetic volunteers to help deliver meals to homebound senior citizens in mid-Missouri. We deliver different routes each weekday morning. Anyone interested in volunteering will need to come by the Clarke Senior Center and fill out a volunteer application for the local Agency on Aging prior to volunteering.

Looking for a volunteer that would be interested in delivering medical equipment to patients and also picking up the equipment from patients when they are done using it.

Items that we deliver and pick up include: Hospital Beds, Lift Chairs, wheelchairs, walkers, wheelchairs, Bedside Commodes, Shower Chairs, and many other items.

Would need to be able to lift 50lbs or more.

Looking for volunteer who would be willing to come in once a week and clean medical equipment. 

Items to be cleaned include: Walkers, Wheelchairs, Bedside Commodes, Shower Chairs, Hospital Beds, and many other items.

We provide cleaning and sanitizing supplies as well as PPE supplies.