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Support the ORYMCA’s active involvement of its members, fundraising efforts required for financial stability and growth of the YMCA; understand and assist the branch directors in implementing corporate policies, maintain linkage with the governing board; and advise and support staff in their on-going efforts to maintain an effective operation. Read more...
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Skills Requested: Must have a basic knowledge of SpringfieldRequirements & Commitment: Must complete our Volunteer Application, 2 background checks, and register for Protecting God's Children class. Once cleared to start, must provide a valid driver's license and proof of insurance. During flu season all volunteers must have or get a fluWe are looking for women who will provide transportation in or vehicles for the women and their babies. We have a minivan and small SUV in which to take our residents to medical appointments, work, childcare, etc. We average 15 women, many of whom are pregnant, all were homeless before they came to LifeHouse, and very few have their own Read more...
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Skills Requested: Customer Service, Light Cleaning, Cash Handling, Cashier, ClerkRequirements & Commitment: 3.5 Hour Shifts available Monday thru SaturdayCommon Cents is a small locally owned and operated thrift shop. We sell clean, quality, donated items to support The Reeds Spring and Blue Eye School Districts’ “Backpack Programs.” Backpack food programs provide nutritious, non-perishable, easy-to-prepare food to children to ensure they get enough food at home to avoid hunger outside of school meals. Read more...
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Skills Requested: We welcome any and all skill sets, from working with students to making copies.Requirements & Commitment: Once a week, once a month, or on an as needed basis for special events.The Camdenton School District’s Volunteers in Public Schools Program (VIPS) is looking for volunteers to provide an extra helping hand this school year. The VIPS program is comprised of over 200 volunteers and the need continues to grow. Anyone interested in listening to students read, helping teachers with classroom projects, library aide, clerical assistance, or just supporting our amazing staff, Read more...
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Skills Requested: Positive AttitudeRequirements & Commitment: Practice meets twice a week after school dismissal. Our program is 10 weeks in the fall and 10 weeks in the spring.We welcome enthusiastic, dedicated and positive volunteers who are committed to empowering girls with valuable life lessons. Coaches are parents, teachers, school administrators, college students and other community members who are committed to developing and celebrating our girls. Read more...
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Skills Requested: Fundraising, event planning, outreach, marketing, etc.Each year, our organization raises money and awareness through our Tall & Small Ball, Sock & Undie Rundie 5K (in Springfield AND Joplin), Ribs for Kids, and our Road to Home gala. We need passionate volunteers who are able to rally support for these events in the community. We need people from every background with a variety of skills to Read more...
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Skills Requested: Those interested in horse handling MUST have prior horse experience and be willing to undergo additional training with our equine professional.Requirements & Commitment: Must be 16 years old with reliable transportation. Must attend a 2-3 hour training session.Our primary need for volunteers is with the hippotherapy side of the facility, we are always in need of sidewalkers, experienced horse handlers, and people to help groom/tack, etc in the stall area. If that’s not your thing, we can always use help with office tasks, fundraising, and events. 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: Customer service, phone callsRequirements & Commitment: Volunteers will be calling our past CMN Hospitals donors; this is not considered cold calling as we promote the miracle week and also send post cards to our donors, leading up to the event; also, by the time we call them, most of them have had a chance tCMN Hospitals ‘Miracle Week’ starts Nov. 26 through Dec. 2. Volunteers are needed to assist with making outbound calls from KY3, on the following dates: • Monday, Nov. 26, from 6:15 – 9:00 p.m. • Tuesday, Nov. 27, from 6:15 – 9:00 p.m. • Wednesday, Nov. 28, from 6:15 – 9:00 p.m. • Thursday, Nov. 29, from 6:15 – 9:00 Read more...
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Skills Requested: CASA volunteers come from every walk of life and share a commitment to improving children's lives, a willingness to learn, and an open mind towards life experiences different from their own. Volunteers complete an interview, background checks and a 30-hoRequirements & Commitment: After being sworn-in by a judge, volunteers are appointed to a child or family of children and spend an average of 5-10 hours a month advocating for these children for up to two years. They get to know the child while also gathering information from theA Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer is a specially-trained citizen appointed by the Juvenile Court judge to represent a child victim in cases of abuse and neglect. Read more...
