1.

Children Mercy
https://www.childrensmercy.org/Give_to_CMH/Volunteer/High_School_Student_
Volunteers/High_School_Student_Volunteers/
Contact:(816) 234-3496)
Descriptions: Reading and doing crafts with children in the waiting room and
providing snacks! You must be 15 and older,immunized, background check,
time commitment of 85 hour for the school years
2. Shawnee Medical Center
https://www.shawneemission.org/Portals/41/Documents/Volunteer/Intranet
%20and%20Internet%20Volunteer%20Application%20updated%20logo.pdf
Contact:913-676-2330
Work at the Gift Shop Must be 14
3. Olathe Medical Center
http://www.olathehealth.org/careers/Volunteer-Information#.VR4LLvnF8gJ (co
py and paste this link)
Contact: 913-791-4380
Become a Student Ambassador and work alongside with adults in a hospital
must be 14+
4. Safe Home
http://www.safehome-ks.org/give-help/volunteer/
Contact: Susan Lebovitz via slebovitz@safehome-ks.org or by phone at
913.378.1518.
Help Safe Homes agency end domestic violence 16 years and older,
commit 2 hours a weeks and 50 hours for 3 months, fee $30, 9 hour training
5. Catholic Charities
https://www.catholiccharitiesks.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=658
Contact: 913.433.2101 or info@catholiccharitiesks.
Work at front desk/donation -drop off, workshop and pricing No
requirements
6. Center of Grace
http://www.gracecentersofhope.org/content.cfm?id=3133
kreiter@gracecentersofhope.org (copy and past link)
Work in the Kitchen, with the children, mentor, tutor etc! If under 18 there
must be an adult (groups of 5). Dress modestly
7. YVC
http://www.yvc.org/volunteer/
Contact: Chelsea Mann 913-387-2416
Join a group of other students in working at soup kitchens, building homes
etc Age 11-18
8. Inclusion Connections
http://ickc.org/index.php/volunteer/
Contact:(913) 221-6717
Become a Peer Mentor by working one on one with students! Age 13-30
9. TLC
http://kidstlc.org/volunteer
Contact: Elizabeth Hall (913)-324-3801

Help students in need by working on projects and helping in the campus

High school Student- Must be 18 or older to work directly with students.

10. Salvation Army

http://salarmymokan.org/volunteer/
Contact: Jane Sander, metro volunteer director or 816.968.0396
Distribute food and help your community by donating food! No requirements
11. City Of Olathe
http://www.olatheks.org/Volunteers
Contact:(913) 971-860
Find dozens of ways to help the community of Olathe Fill in minor form (if
under 18)
12. YMCA
http://www.kansascityymca.org/ways-give/volunteer/apply-volunteer
13. Challengers Program
Contact:RaeganSchurr@KansasCityYMCA.org
orVolunteering@KansasCityYMCA.org
Work with Challenger Program (students with disabilities) and other activities
Fill in Form
14. Deane Rose Farmstead
http://www.opkansas.org/things-to-see-and-do/volunteer-opportunities-inop/farmstead-volunteer-opportunities/
Contact: 913-897-2360
Enjoy volunteering at the local Childrens Farm where there is many options
Must be 14 and older
15. KC ZOO
http://www.kansascityzoo.org/get-involved/volunteer
Contact: volunteer@fotzkc.org
Enjoy a day at the Zoo by welcoming the guests! If 14-17,must have a
trained adult go with them.
16. Good Samaritan
http://www.good-sam.com/index.php/locations/olathe/volunteer
Contact: (913) 782-1372
Read,talk and do art and crafts with the Elderly !
17. Harvesters
https://www.harvesters.org/Give-Time/Volunteer-Sign-Up
Contact:816-929-3090 or volunteer@harvesters.org
Come pack food with your friends, family and community Sign up for an
event if going with a group
18. House Of Hope
http://www.houseofhopekc.net/volunteer.html
Contact: 913.262.8885
Help Residents by preparing meals, or working with students on homework
Fill in form
19. Santa Marta
http://www.santamartaretirement.com/
Contact: 913-906-0990

Help work with the Elderly! Must pick up form at Santa Marta and be
14

20. Cultivate KC
http://www.cultivatekc.org/get_involved/volunteer.html
Contact: (913) 831-2444
Help plant and garden KC! 3 months commitment, wear closed shoes and
no pets or young children allowed
21. Indian Creek Library
http://www.olathelibrary.org/volunteer
Contact: Madison Ediger, mediger@olatheks.org or (913) 971-6833
Put books on shelves minimum of 15 hours (2 hour shifts weekly)
22. Olathe Public Library
http://www.olathelibrary.org/volunteer
Contact: Rita Patterson, rpatterson@olatheks.org or (913) 971-6879
Put books on shelves minimum of 15 hours (2 hour shifts weekly)
23. Turnstyles
http://www.catholiccharitiesks.org/turnstyles/volunteer
Contact:Michelle Caristed mcarlstedt@catholic-charitieskc.org
Volunteer as a sorter,cashier or driver for a thrift shop All ages
24. Animal Human Society
http://www.animalhumanesociety.org/volunteer
Contact:(763)-432-4833
Volunteer in a shelters, to foster animals in your home, at special events and
for teens. 16+, commit 1 year (2-4 hour shifts).
25. ASPCA
https://www.aspca.org/nyc/volunteer-with-the-aspca
26. Big Brother Big Sisters
http://www.bbbskc.org/site/c.atJTL8NOJqL8H/b.6449229/k.E1FA/Volunteer_to_s
tart_something.htm
Contact:816-561-5269
Being a mentor to the young kids by doing activities together! Few hours-couple times a month, provide references, in person interview, background
check
27. Lighthouse- Single Mothers
http://www.mbch.org/corporations/lighthouse/waystohelp/volunteering.php
Contact: Julie Karanja 816-361-2233 x232 or juliek.lighthouse@mbch.org
Help in the office, take care of children, coordinate donations and even help
throw a baby shower! Extensive training and background check
28. Meals on Wheels
https://meals-on-wheels.com/volunteer-meals-wheels
Contact: (913)-715-8859
Deliver meals to elderly home bound residents. Must be able to drive
29. Crossroads Hospice
https://www.crossroadshospice.com/hospice-volunteering/hospicevolunteering/
Contact: (913)-850-7500

Provide care to ill patients! TB test, consent forms, initial application and
health records.

30. Kansas Guardianship Program

http://www.ksgprog.org/
Contact: 913-780-3300 Become a guardian to a adult with financial needs
Must have a Reference
31. Johnson County Schools Senior Volunteers in School
http://www.jocogov.org/dept/human-services/publications-anddirectories/aging-and-accessibility-directory/volunteer
Providing Elderly with Healthy provision and checkups! Fill in Form
32. Johnson County K-state Research and Extension
http://www.johnson.ksu.edu/p.aspx?tabid=106
Contact:913-715-7000
For anyone who enjoys gardening. No requirements
33. Coming of Age
http://www.comingofage.org//connect/volunteer
Contact: 816-444-1121 ext. 109 or sandra@sccentral.org
Offers the following programs and services
to empower mid-life adults, age 50 and beyond, to leverage their
talents, experience, and wisdom to make a meaningful difference in their
own lives and in the community.
34. CASA
http://www.kansascasa.org/
Contact: 913-715-4042 or casaweb@casajwc.com
Advocate for safety and wellbeing of children who are
victims of abuse and neglect 21 and older (work with parent).
Pre training interview with coordinator
30 hours of pre-service training
1 year commitment
35. Caner Action Inc.
http://www.canceractionkc.org/
Contact: 913-642-8885
Office, receptianist, computer,
wig room and assistant 3 to 4 hours per week \
36. American Red Cross
Contact:816-841-5234 or volunteerkc@redcross.org
Blood drive, board member and
volunteer in a community
37. Orientation and Training for position Area Agency
http://www.jocogov.org/dept/human-services/area-agency-aging
Contact: 913-715-8800
Provides info and services on a
range of assistance for older
adults and those who care for
them. Reference
38. Olathe Police Department
http://www.olatheks.org/Police/Volunteers

Contact:913-971-7500
You could work in the fire
department public works
housing and transport
parks and recreations
police department and board and
committees
39. Habitat for Humanity
http://habitatkc.org/volunteers/individual-volunteering/
Contact: Phone (816) 924-1096
Spend a day a week helping building a House etc for the community
Committed
40. City Union Mission
http://www.cityunionmission.org/volunteer/volunteer-now/
Contact: 816-566-5085
Connect with clients, serve food, or simply community service! No
requirements
41. Serve KC
http://www.meetup.com/servekc/
Community based service, connecting with other Kansan to help this
community No requirements
42. Friends of Sunflower House
http://www.sunflowerhouse.org/volunteer/
Contact: (913) 631-5800
Be a friend and spend quality time with children! Background check and
$30 fee
43. Olathe Community Food Pantry
http://www.feedolathe.org/
Contact: 913-563-2574
Help organize food for families to pick up! if Student is under 16,parent must
be present.
44. Youth Congress
http://departments.olatheschools.com/studentdevelopment/category/youthcongress-notes/
Work with students from around the city to better the community! Must
attend all meetings
45. Camp Able
http://departments.olatheschools.com/studentdevelopment/campable/ J
Contact: Jennifer Bodenmiller at (913) 780-7046
Visit schools and teach Students to say no to bullying!
46. Olathe Youth Court
http://departments.olatheschools.com/studentdevelopment/olathe-youthcourt/ J
Contact: Jennifer Bodenmiller at (913) 780-7046
Become a member of Youth court to trail first time offenders! Punctual and
committed

47. S.I.S
http://departments.olatheschools.com/studentdevelopment/sis/
Collaborate with Students about peer pressure and how to stop it! No
requirements
48. Menorah Medical Center
http://menorahmedicalcenter.com/about/volunteer.dot
Contact: Vanessa Goldsberry, Volunteer Manager (913) 498-6062
Volunteer at a local hospital! 16+, immunization, background check and
training
49. Overland Park Regional Medical Center
http://oprmc.com/about/volunteer.dot
Contact: Contact Dianna Clark at (913) 541-5439 or
dianna.clark@hcamidwest.com.
Work at the Gift Shop or run errands for the staff! 16+
50. Joy Closet
http://www.joycloset.com/Volunteer.cfm?
Contact: (913) 856-8868 or email volunteer@JoyCloset.com
Work at a thrift shop helping children/adults and sorting clothes No
requirements