Volunteer Project Catalog
Cleaver Family YMCA
Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with a Morning of Service and Community Impact! Join us on Monday, January 19th, anytime between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., for a morning dedicated to service and unity in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Together, we’ll work on a variety of impactful projects that uplift our community and embody Dr. King’s spirit of love and service. Projects and Beneficiaries Include: Bed of Bags – Transforming plastic bags into sleeping mats for those in need. Just a Sandwich – Preparing sandwiches to feed the hungry. Giving Hope & Help – Supporting individuals and families in crisis. Hope Faith Homeless Assistance Campus – Helping to provide care for the unhoused. Cards of Encouragement – Spreading kindness to local elementary students, veterans, and food insecure neighbors. Weather permitting, we’ll also have opportunities to beautify our grounds and gardens, making a lasting impact on our shared spaces. Special Guests: Don’t miss the inspiring performances of the Kansas City Boys and Girls Choir, bringing hope and harmony to this special day. Come as you are—whether it’s for an hour or the entire morning. Together, we can make a difference and honor Dr. King’s legacy by serving others. Let’s make this a "Day On," not a "Day Off". We look forward to seeing you there! Volunteers of all ages are welcome but please note that any youth volunteers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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Bonner Springs Family YMCA
A welcoming time of fellowship and learning as we dive into God’s Word, share insights, and strengthen our walk with Christ 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
Help us grow more than food—we’re growing hope, health, and community! The Providence Y’s Community Garden provides fresh produce to local families and teaches the joy of gardening to all ages. We’re looking for volunteers ready to roll up their sleeves and make a lasting impact. As a Community Garden Volunteer, you’ll help with: ✅ Fall soil prep and clean-up to ready the garden for spring planting ✅ Planting, watering, and weeding throughout the growing season ✅ Harvesting fresh produce to share with our neighbors ✅ General garden care and upkeep (no green thumb required!) Volunteer Opportunities (Year-Round): 🍂 Fall & Winter – Prep soil, clean beds, and ready the garden for spring 🌱 Spring – Plant seeds and seedlings to bring the garden to life ☀️ Summer – Water, weed, and harvest 🍁 Fall – Collect the last harvest and prepare the beds for winter rest Bring your energy, a love of the outdoors, and a heart for helping others. Together, we’ll turn soil into nourishment and community into connection. 🌻
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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
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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Platte County Community Center North
Be part of the ultimate Saturday night party! Each month, kids come together for themed adventures filled with swimming, crafts, games, and dinner. As a volunteer, you’ll help create memories that kids talk about all month long. Join the Fun Squad and bring the energy that makes this night unforgettable! Hours: 1st Saturday of every month, 4:30–8:00 pm
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Platte County Community Center North
Help young chefs discover the joy of cooking! Volunteers guide kids ages 5–12 through hands-on lessons in cooking and knife skills. Each session is a chance to stir up confidence, creativity, and something delicious to share. If you love food and fun, this is the perfect recipe for giving back. Hours: 3rd Saturday of every month, 10:45 am–12:15 pm
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Platte County Community Center North
Bring smiles and laughter to the Y’s youngest members! As part of the Play & Shine Crew, you’ll spend time playing games, working puzzles, and enjoying the outdoors with kids. Every moment you give helps create a safe, joyful space for kids to learn, grow, and have fun. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 8:00 am–12:00 pm | Monday–Thursday, 4:30–7:30 pm
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Olathe Family YMCA
Help a child build confidence, imagination, and a lifelong love of reading! In partnership with our local Costco in Overland Park, the YMCA’s Readers to Leaders program connects caring adult volunteers with Y kids for weekly reading sessions that inspire learning and connection. About the Program: Each volunteer will be paired with one or more young readers for 30–60 minutes once a week over a 10–12 week period. Sessions will focus on reading together, building comprehension, and encouraging confidence. Volunteers receive full background checks and orientation to ensure a safe, positive environment for all participants. As a Reading Buddy, you’ll: ✅ Read aloud to children and support their reading practice ✅ Help build vocabulary and comprehension through conversation ✅ Serve as a positive role model and mentor ✅ Encourage curiosity, creativity, and a love of books
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Bonner Springs Family YMCA
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make our Indoor Triathlon a success! Roles include assisting participants, setting up and breaking down equipment, timing, and cheering on athletes. Join us for a fun, active day and help support our community!
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Platte County Community Center South
Platte County Community Center South 📅 Friday, December 12 🕔 5:00–7:00 PM Hi there! We’re looking for a warm, friendly volunteer to be Santa at our Cookies with Santa event on December 12 at Platte County Community Center South — and we’d love your help finding the perfect Santa! Our Santa will: ✨ Greet families and children ✨ Pose for photos ✨ Listen to holiday wishes ✨ Spread cheer and help make magical memories We provide the Santa suit (or you can bring your own), and YMCA staff will be on-site for support throughout the event. This is a fun, meaningful way to bring joy to families and help make the holidays special for our community. If you or someone you know would be a great Santa, please contact AlyssaBayer@kansascityymca.org OR MichelleFord@kansascityymca.org. Let’s bring some magic to the Y this season!
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Providence YMCA/Ball Family Center
The Kids Snack Program provides nutritious food packages to children and families in need, helping ensure every child has access to healthy snacks. Volunteers are essential to making this program run smoothly and creating a welcoming environment for the families we serve. We’re looking for friendly and compassionate individuals who enjoy working with families and children. Your time and effort will directly help ensure children in our community receive the nutrition they need to grow, learn, and thrive. By volunteering, you’ll be part of a caring team making a meaningful difference every day.
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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
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 (Fridays): 📅 April 4 | May 2 | June 6 | July 4 | August 1 📅 September 5 | October 3 | November 7 | December 5 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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