Volunteer Opportunities

The American Cancer Society's Kansas City Chairman’s Circle (CC) is intended to provide a diverse executive leadership forum for advancing the our life-saving mission. This advocacy includes assisting ACS staff by promoting program priorities and informing the public about ACS organizational priorities. Chairman’s Circle members will be asked to assist by advancing mission priorities, securing financial support, recognizing key contributors and building relationships with community leaders.

Passionate about empowering young women? Awesome Ambitions is seeking board members to help guide and support 8th–12th grade girls in underserved communities as they build confidence and plan for success in education, careers, and life. We’re looking for leaders with skills in fundraising, marketing, program planning, education, communications, or technology. Make an impact that lasts. Contact Denise White at dwhite@awesomeambitions.org

The 14th Annual Head for the Cure 5K - Austin is a 5K walk/run to raise awareness, funds, and hope for the Austin brain tumor community. Funds raised by this event will benefit brain tumor efforts at Texas Oncology. We are looking for volunteers to help us with set up, handing out water & medals, course monitoring, tear down, and more. There is a job for anyone interested in helping this good cause!

Join Us in JA BizTown This April

Kanbe’s Markets is on a mission to build a more inclusive food system in Kansas City by transforming food loss into food access. We achieve this through a distinctive business model that connects local food sources, supports small businesses, and uplifts communities one neighborhood at a time.

Each day more than 10 Community Food Partners pick up rescued produce from Kanbe's to bring back to their organizations and serve members of the Kansas City community. This opportunity is a great way to work face to face with those feeding our neighbors! We are looking for individuals to join us daily in assisting our operations team in preparing food pallets and loading Community Food Partners vehicles out of our warehouse space.

Volunteers help KC Mothers in Charge stay connected with families impacted by homicide through follow-up phone calls and community outreach events. Your support helps ensure families know they are not forgotten and that help remains available.

MOCSA exists to improve the lives of those impacted by sexual abuse and assault and to prevent sexual violence in our community. MOCSA Volunteers help make our mission possible by helping in the hospital, over the phone, and in the classroom.

NCircle seeks a Board Member with expertise in fund development to support the organization’s growth and long-term sustainability.

Platte Land Trust (PLT) is a regional conservation organization partnering with landowners since 1998 to protect and conserve their land for wildlife, agriculture, and recreation. We partner with voluntary landowners and use conservation easements as the primary real estate tool. PLT is currently an all volunteer organization and working to hire staff in the near future. To learn more, email us at info@PlatteLandTrust.org or visit the website at https://plattelandtrust.org/board-of-directors/.

Sandwiched KC is a 501(c3) nonprofit that has stood beside family caregivers in the Kansas City metro since 2018, offering free coaching, support groups, education, and connection to local resources. As we enter a pivotal chapter of strategic growth, we're building a board that matches our momentum.

The mission of the Women's Employment Network (WEN) is to help women raise their self-esteem and achieve economic independence through sustained employment.