In our Reading Buddies program, volunteers serve a Kindergarten-3rd grade student for 30 minutes weekly. Buddies read books together and engage in activities to build literacy skills. Volunteers are trained in literacy strategies and working with at-risk students. In our Math Buddies program, volunteers serve a 1st or2nd grade student for 30 minutes twice weekly. Buddies play hands-on games and Read more...

Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, MO seeks to put God’s love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope. We believe every person in the Springfield and surrounding area deserves a safe and affordable place to live. As an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, we impact more than 89 households a year. Since 1988, we Read more...

The mission of Harmony House is to provide shelter, advocacy and education to survivors of domestic violence and promote the principle that all individuals have the right to life free of abuse. Since 1976, our emergency shelter and supportive outreach case management programs have offered individuals and their children the opportunity to rest and heal both emotionally and physically in Read more...

Friends of the Zoo of Springfield, Missouri, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to help make Dickerson Park Zoo a first-class facility. Friends of the Zoo generates revenue to fund vital zoo projects and programs through various operations and activities. Two of the most important beneficiaries of Friends of the Zoo fundraising are the conservation education department Read more...

As a non-profit, our volunteers are an essential part of Wonders of Wildlife, sharing our mission and passion of celebrating people who hunt, fish, and act as stewards of the land and water. Be a part of an amazing expedition that covers more than a mile of immersive trails and exhibits showcasing 800 different species and 35,000 different animals from Read more...

Health System: As the region’s only locally owned, not-for-profit health system, CoxHealth has a compassionate, community-minded vision that’s shared by all our employees and volunteers. We have a wide variety of areas for volunteers. Here are a few areas: Wayfinding/Ambassadors; Information Desks; Sewing; Quilting; Volunteers visiting Veterans; Wellness for Warriors; Student/Medical Explorers; NICU; NODA; etc. Contact us today to learn Read more...

The Discovery Center of Springfield is an interactive, hands-on museum committed to inspiring people of all ages with a life-long love of learning and an appreciation for the world and our place in it. Because we are a non-profit organization we depend on the time and effort of volunteers to make the Discovery Center a success. Read more...

Since 1995, the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks has one simple mission: “To provide a quality blood supply, in a timely manner, at the lowest reasonable fee, while remaining accountable to the local community, blood donors and health care providers.” We have become the sole provider of blood products for 41 hospitals located in portions of three states, southwest Read more...

NAMI Southwest Missouri is a peer support organization providing support, education and advocacy for individuals living with mental illness and their families. We offer a variety of support groups, educational programs, a peer phone support line, social activities, peer specialists and more. All services are free. NAMI SWMO works with individuals and families to help them get connected to the Read more...

The Doula Foundation is a non-profit organization located in Springfield, MO. We assist mothers and their families before, during, and after pregnancy in Greene County and the surrounding areas. Doulas give new mothers the support they need to give their children a healthy, happy start in life. Read more...