Volunteer Project Catalog
YMCA of Greater Kansas City
This internship supports the course that provides students with supervised training and work experience in approved program establishments. All students must complete the Y's volunteer application, background screening and child safety training.
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Linwood Family YMCA
Assist with middle school student after school program; meal service, special projects, gym, field trips, and outdoor activities assistance.
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North Kansas City YMCA
Be the Reason Kids Have a Blast (and Parents Get a Break!) 🎉 Kids Night Out Volunteers Needed North Kansas City YMCA • Every 3rd Saturday • 5:00–9:00 PM At the Y, we believe in supporting families—and that includes giving parents a well-deserved night off! During Kids Night Out, you’ll help create a fun, safe space where kids can enjoy: ✅ Games & crafts ✅ Swimming & dinner ✅ Monthly themed adventures We’re looking for energetic, caring volunteers to support our staff and keep the fun flowing. Whether you love leading games or just want to lend a helping hand, we’d love to have you on board! One night a month. Four hours. Big impact. 💫
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Youth Development Services
Do you have a heart for kids and a few hours a month to spare? We’re looking for energetic, creative, and committed volunteers to support our Before & After School Program in fun, meaningful ways! How You Can Help (5–10 hours/month): Support Fundraising Efforts: Help brainstorm and assist with simple fundraising activities that support program supplies and scholarships. Assist with Activities: Be a helping hand during activity time—whether it’s reading, crafts, games, or STEM fun, your presence matters! Lend Your Voice to Training: Join in on training sessions or share your skills to help us create the best experience possible for kids. Why You’ll Love It: You'll build real relationships with children and staff You’ll see the direct impact of your time and energy You'll be part of a mission that strengthens community Let’s shape brighter mornings and joyful afternoons together!
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North Kansas City YMCA
Bring Smiles to Little Faces – Volunteer in Kids Zone! 🧸🎨 North Kansas City YMCA Kids Zone is where the littlest members of our Y family—ages 12 weeks to 8 years—laugh, play, and learn while their grown-ups stay active elsewhere in the building. We’re looking for nurturing, energetic volunteers to help create a fun, safe, and engaging space. As a Kids Zone Volunteer, you’ll: ✅ Lead or support active play, storytime, and art projects ✅ Help supervise little ones with care and kindness ✅ Keep the space clean, safe, and welcoming Volunteer Shifts Available: 🕒 Mon–Thurs: 8:30 AM–1:00 PM & 4:45 PM–8:00 PM 🕒 Fridays: 8:30 AM–1:00 PM 🕒 Saturdays: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM Kids Zone is free for family members—and full of fun for volunteers, too! Whether you love babies, toddlers, or big kid energy, this is a great way to give back and brighten someone’s day. Play. Create. Inspire. Repeat. ❤️
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Bonner Springs Family YMCA
The book club provides a platform for readers to engage in group discussions. Book selections are made with member input and are the focus of regular meetings. A lead volunteer organizes meetings and prepares discussion topics to foster conversation. The volunteer's role is to facilitate productive discussion and manage communication with members.
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Providence YMCA/Ball Family Center
We are looking for volunteers to help prep our garden beds for the spring planting season. They will help with turning the soil over and cleaning out any vegetable debris left form last year. Volunteers will also help with tidying up the general outdoor area to prepare the grounds for outdoor use around the playground and gardens. We are looking at Friday, 02/27/2026--10AM to 1PM; Friday, 03/06/2026--9AM to 11AM and/or 1PM to 3PM; Friday, 03/13--9AM to 1PM and/or 1PM to 3PM WEATHER PERMITTING
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Linwood Family YMCA
We are specifically looking for men from the community to spend just 1 or 2 hours in the evening to be a positive presence. Come hang out, be a great example, and show our youth what our community represents.
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Providence YMCA/Ball Family Center
Our Food Pantry Volunteers play a vital role in supporting the community by ensuring individuals and families have access to nutritious food. Volunteers assist with sorting, organizing, and distributing food donations, maintaining a welcoming and respectful environment for all guests. They help restock shelves, pack food boxes, and provide friendly service to those visiting the pantry with compassion and reliability. Food Pantry Volunteers embody the YMCA’s mission of strengthening community through caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. 2nd and 4th Monday of Every Month
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Providence YMCA/Ball Family Center
Our Food Pantry Volunteers play a vital role in supporting the community by ensuring individuals and families have access to nutritious food. Volunteers assist with sorting, organizing, and distributing food donations, maintaining a welcoming and respectful environment for all guests. They help restock shelves, pack food boxes, and provide friendly service to those visiting the pantry with compassion and reliability. Food Pantry Volunteers embody the YMCA’s mission of strengthening community through caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. 2nd and 4th Monday of Every Month
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Bonner Springs Family YMCA
The Game Club brings people together through play, laughter, and friendly competition. As the Game Club Lead Volunteer, you’ll help create a welcoming and inclusive space where participants of all ages and skill levels can connect through board games, card games, trivia, and more. Your leadership helps build community, encourage social interaction, and make each game session a fun, engaging experience for everyone involved.
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North Kansas City YMCA
🌱 Grow Goodness – Volunteer in the Y’s Community Garden! North Kansas City YMCA Help us sow seeds of health, hope, and community! Our 20-bed Community Garden supports the Y’s mission of nurturing spirit, mind, and body—for all. We’re looking for volunteers ready to dig in and make a difference. As a Community Garden Volunteer, you’ll help with: ✅ Planting, watering, and weeding ✅ Harvesting fresh produce in the summer ✅ General garden care and clean-up ✅ Light to moderate manual labor (come ready to get your hands dirty!) Volunteer Shifts (March–October): 🌞 Morning Watering – Mon–Fri: 8 AM–10 AM 🌿 Garden Weeding – Mon–Fri: 10 AM–12 PM & 4 PM–7 PM 🌇 Evening Watering – Mon–Fri: 5 PM–7 PM No green thumb required—just a good attitude and a willingness to grow with us! Let’s turn soil into smiles and plants into purpose. 🌻
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YMCA of Greater Kansas City
Healthy Kids Day, Saturday, April 18 from 9 am-1 pm, is the YMCA’s signature spring celebration—and one of the most joyful days of the year. This free, high-energy family festival welcomes 500+ Kansas City families for a day filled with movement, wellness, connection, and fun. Be Part of the Magic Healthy Kids Day is a day families remember—and volunteers make it unforgettable. If you believe in healthy kids, strong families, and vibrant communities, this is your moment to jump in. 👉 Sign up, bring your energy, and help Kansas City’s kids play, move, and thrive. Who Should Volunteer Friendly, upbeat helpers who enjoy working with kids and families Anyone who wants to make a visible, feel-good impact in just a few hours No special experience required—training and guidance provided on site.
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North Kansas City YMCA
Keep It Fresh – Volunteer as a Healthy Living Floor Assistant! 💪🧼 North Kansas City YMCA Flexible Shifts Available: Mon–Fri: 12–4 PM & 6–8 PM | Sat & Sun: 12–4 PM Join our wellness team and help create a clean, welcoming space where members feel great about working out! As a Healthy Living Floor Assistant, you’ll: ✅ Wipe down machines and equipment ✅ Keep weights and gear organized ✅ Clean glass surfaces and maintain tidiness ✅ Offer friendly smiles and encouragement to members Whether you're passionate about fitness or just love helping others, this is a great way to stay active, give back, and support a healthy community vibe. A little elbow grease + a lot of positivity = a huge impact!
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Linwood Family YMCA
Hours are 7:15am-5:45p. Volunteer shifts open: 7:15a-10am, 10am-12pm, 12pm-3pm, 3pm-5:45pm. Swimming volunteers during NSDs: 1pm-3pm. NSDs coming up are Feb 13th and April 10th. Duties include: assisting with crafts, serving snacks, book reading, gym and outdoor time and games.
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YMCA of Greater Kansas City
We are looking for dedicated volunteer coaches to join our youth sports program. As a coach you will be responsible for providing guidance, support, and encouragement to young athletes while fostering a positive, safe, and fun learning environment. Join us in making a meaningful impact on children's lives by helping them develop skills, teamwork, discipline and a love for the game. **Locations are different for each position**
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North Kansas City YMCA
Inspire the Next Generation of Innovators! 🚀 Volunteer at the Teen Tech Center – North Kansas City YMCA Mondays–Saturdays • 4:00–7:30 PM We're looking for passionate, tech-savvy volunteers to spark curiosity and guide teens through hands-on STEM activities in our vibrant Teen Tech Center. You'll: ✅ Work alongside our Program Coordinator to facilitate engaging, tech-based programs ✅ Lead with creativity, encouragement, and curiosity ✅ Help teens explore coding, robotics, design, and more in a safe, supportive space 2–4 volunteers needed daily—pick your day(s) and make an impact after school and on weekends. This is your chance to mentor, lead, and help shape bright futures—one line of code or project at a time!
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North Kansas City YMCA
Feed Hope This Summer – Volunteer in the Food Pantry! 🥫❤️ North Kansas City YMCA • May–July Monday–Friday • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM This summer, we’re looking for compassionate, dependable volunteers to help support our on-site Food Pantry while our amazing student volunteers are on break. As a Summer Food Pantry Volunteer, you’ll: ✅ Be a welcoming presence for community members ✅ Assist with pantry organization and restocking ✅ Serve as a liaison while school volunteers are away ✅ Help keep the pantry running smoothly and with dignity Shifts available Monday through Friday, 10 AM–2 PM (Perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in just a few hours!) Be part of something nourishing—body and soul.
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North Kansas City YMCA
Drive Out Hunger – Volunteer with Our Mobile Food Drives! 🚗🥕 North Kansas City YMCA | Select Fridays, April–December Join our mission to fight food insecurity—one box, one smile, one car at a time. As a Mobile Food Drive Volunteer, you’ll be on the front lines of support, helping us nourish neighbors and uplift our community. You’ll assist with: ✅ Loading food into community members’ vehicles ✅ Unloading and organizing food deliveries ✅ Checking in participants ✅ Box breakdown and clean-up Volunteer Dates (1st Fridays): 📅 February 5 l March 6 l April 3 | May 1 | June 5 | July 3 | August 7 📅 September 4 | October 2 | November 6 | December 4 This is a hands-on opportunity to make an immediate impact—perfect for individuals, families, or groups ready to serve with heart and hustle. Show up. Lift up. Help us feed Kansas City. ❤️
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