Watershed Committee of the Ozarks is dedicated to providing hands on, place-based learning opportunities for those of all ages. Annually we host nearly 10,000 field trip participants at Valley Water Mill Park, a 100-acre nature park located just north of Springfield. From guided hiking tours to student field trips focused on water chemistry and ecology, as an Education Volunteer you’ll Read more...

As a Watershed Natives Volunteer with the Watershed Committee of the Ozarks, you’ll have the opportunity to help us grow native plants at Valley Water Mill Park, a 100-acre nature park located just north of Springfield. You can be a part of each step in the process- harvesting seeds from wildflowers at our park, sowing and propagating seeds from all Read more...

The Geek Foundation is a local non-profit that teaches free computer programming and maker tech classes like web development, robotics, and video game development with a focus on increasing diversity in the tech industry. Our organization is growing and has several opportunities available for volunteer positions including volunteer educators for our kids and adult classes, as well as marketing and Read more...

The 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...

Volunteer positions are available for Ozarks Technical Community College’s Adult Education & Literacy classes. Volunteers assist the instructors in preparing adults for the high school equivalency test (HiSET), clerical or record-keeping needs, or tutor English as a Second Language students. Read more...

Junior 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...

Do you have a passion for helping others? Become a volunteer tax preparer through Community Partnership. VITA volunteers help file taxes for hard working individuals and families, so they get all the credits they have earned and maximize the amount of their refunds! Things you need to know about volunteering for the VITA program: you don’t have to be a Read more...

Raise awareness in the community by providing community groups with the basics of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Curriculum is developed for easy delivery by volunteer educators. Volunteers Sign Up to teach based on their availability and desired geographic location. Training and support provided. Read more...

Help raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia by representing the Alzheimer’s Association at community events and health fairs in Springfield and/or surrounding communities. Representative learn all about our FREE support and services so that in 2-3 minutes of interaction, they can successfully connect people affected by memory loss or their caregivers to the Association for help. Read more...

Purpose of Position: Provide assistance and leadership (when appropriate) for community outreach activities Key Responsibilities: • Represent agency at assigned outreach activities such as community events, meetings, etc. • Ability to lead on activities when advised • Provide assistance with training facilitation as needed • Assist with STARS Kids Club as needed • Assist with other duties as needed Length Read more...