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Skills Requested: Interest in promoting STEM education among K-12 students; organizational skillsRequirements & Commitment: Steering committee members should be able to meet with the committee either in person or online 2 - 3 times a year and participate in the Fair itself, which takes place over 3 days during the last week of March or first week of April annually. Some additThe Ozarks Science and Engineering Fair (OSEF) is a regional competition which brings together student scientists and engineers with outstanding research projects. It also serves as an excellent opportunity for students to experience working with local scientists and professionals. Participating students are from a 16 county region that includes Christian, Dallas, Douglas, Greene, Howell, Laclede, Oregon, Ozark, Polk, Pulaski, Shannon, Read more...
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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: 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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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...
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Skills Requested: organizational, public speaking, time managementRequirements & Commitment: Depending on the program, time commitments range from 5-7 sessions at 30-45 minutes each. It is recommended that volunteers spend at least 30 minutes going over each session prior to teaching it. Total time commitment : 5-9 hours scheduled between you anJunior Achievement in Southwest Missouri is looking for volunteers to teach our quality hands-on programming in SW MO classrooms. Programs serve students in grades K-12 and focus on financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Volunteers are encouraged to share their own experiences with students. You will be trained and supported by JA in SW MO’s district manager and receive all Read more...
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Skills Requested: Volunteers at CMN Hospitals sales will be responsible for totaling customer purchases and collecting payment for those purchases. We accept four types of payment:Requirements & Commitment: Sales are hosted 7AM-4PM, and we need a variety of availability – typically we split the sale into 2-3 shifts so no one is working more than 3-4 hours at a time.Volunteers at CMN Hospitals sales will be responsible for totaling customer purchases and collecting payment for those purchases. We accept four types of payment: • Cash (must be able to appropriately make change) • Check (must know what information to look for) • Credit Card (must be trainable on credit card machine – printed instructions will be left for volunteers) Read more...