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Events volunteers help to represent our organization in the community by working events and assisting with all aspects of setup and take down. Some of our more popular events include Bark in the Park (located at Phelps Grove Park), Petsmart adoption events and Lucky Paws, our fundraising gala. Not a ton of free time? Still consider joining us! We’ll reach Read more...
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Skills Requested: Fundraising and event planning preferred, but not required.Requirements & Commitment: Committee will meet once a month except for the 5 months leading up to the tournament when touch points will be more regular to ensure everything is in place for the event.The On Course For A Cause Golf Tournament directly benefits families in the Springfield community by providing funding to the Y’s School Age Services department’s Financial Assistance Program which lowers childcare fees for those in need. We are seeking dedicated individuals who are willing to solicit sponsorships, teams, and donated auction items. These positions would within a special committee on Read more...
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Skills Requested: Organized, reliable, cheerful, positive and compassionate. Must be able to stand and walk around for several hours at a time, bend, lift up to 20 pounds, hang and fold clothing.Requirements & Commitment: One 4-hour shift per week or fill-in as neededAssist our Donation’s Center staff with sorting and organizing in-kind donation items and assist our residents during shopping appointments in our clothing boutique. Read more...
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Skills Requested: Active Listening, People Skills, Good CommunicatorA Patient Companion volunteer has a unique opportunity to provide seniors with assistance during medical appointments by: Accompanying clients to medical appointments Provide support for the client Take notes and record instructions from the medical professional Help the client and medical professional communicate more effectively Read more...
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Gather friends, coworkers, church family, or anyone to shop NightLight Collection jewelry and apparel. Sales support dignified employment for women working in our Bangkok location. Virtual or in-person options available! Learn more here: https://nightlightcollection.com/pages/host-an-event Read more...
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Program volunteers serve across NightLight Missouri’s programs as outreach teammates, mentors, and more. They are in direct ongoing contact with those we serve. Community gathering and application are required and subject to staff approval. Learn more about what it takes to be a volunteer: www.nightlightinternational.com/missouri Read more...
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Skills Requested: We welcome anyone who is 13 years old and up. We require our volunteers to go through an orientation prior to volunteering.Requirements & Commitment: We have weekly volunteer opportunities, one-time opportunities, and on-going volunteer opportunities. Help as little or as much as you like! Volunteering is by appointment only.When you become a Valley Hills Animal Rescue volunteer, you’re giving the animals what they want and need most: personal attention, hands-on care and love. Whether you volunteer for a day, weekly or longer, the animals at our rescue truly appreciate the time you spend with them. Volunteering with animals Although we are a working rescue, your volunteer experience can Read more...
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Requirements & Commitment: We request volunteers commit to cover one four hour shift per week.We have ongoing needs for volunteer assistance. For a comprehensive list, please visit our website. Read more...
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Skills Requested: Peer Specialists must become certified through the Missouri Peer Specialist TrainingRequirements & Commitment: All volunteers are required to have lived experience with mental illness as it is a peer led networkBecome MO Peer Specialist Certified and work one-on-one with members of the community in setting goals in their recovery, providing support services, and directing members to proper resources when appropriate. Read more...
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Skills Requested: Warm Line Responders must be able to provide support and empathy towards callers and maintain patience and composure in crisis intervention.Requirements & Commitment: All volunteers are required to have lived experience with mental illness as it is a peer led network . A 4-hour Warm Line training is required and is provided by NAMI SWMO. Volunteers needed for daytime hours - 9:30am-5:00pm.Provide non-judgmental support and recovery based service to callers who use the Warm Line, provide resources and referrals to the best of your ability, and direct suicide/crisis calls to the appropriate crisis hotline or 911. Read more...
