The Salvation Army – Make a Difference in Your Community

Olin Holland
(417) 862-5509
olin.holland@usc.salvationarmy.org

Food Pantry Volunteers
Help distribute essential groceries and household items to individuals and families. Tasks include:

• Assisting clients as they shop
• Stocking shelves and organizing inventory
• Packing bags with food and essentials
• Creating a friendly, supportive environment

🕒 Wednesdays

• Morning Shift: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
• Afternoon Shift: 12:45 PM – 2:30 PM

Front Desk / Office Helpers
Be the welcoming face that greets guests and supports daily operations. Tasks include:

• Greeting visitors and answering phones
• Assisting with sign-ins and paperwork
• Helping with light administrative tasks
• Offering kindness and compassion to all

🕒 Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Shifts available in 4-hour increments to fit your schedule.

Rockin’ Roll Bike & Music Festival

Julie Cassity
(417) 861-7345
contact@musictherapyoftheozarks.org

We’re currently looking for dedicated volunteers to help us make this year’s event a success! Some of the roles include:

• Set-up and tear-down
• Manning rest stops
• Route marking
• Packet pick-up and swag bag distribution
• General event support

By volunteering, you’ll not only be contributing to a great cause — expanding access to music therapy for those in need — but also become part of a vibrant, uplifting community experience. We would be thrilled to have you or your organization join us and support this meaningful event. If you’re interested, I’d be happy to provide more details on how to get involved.

Volunteer Coach

Bryanna Pargo
(417) 763-3646
bryanna.pargo@girlsontherun.org

Girls on the Run is a national nonprofit that empowers girls in 3rd–8th grade to be joyful, healthy, and confident through fun lessons and physical activity. Volunteer coaches lead small teams twice a week for 8 weeks, helping girls build life skills, confidence, and friendships. No running experience needed—just a passion for mentoring and making a difference! Training and materials are provided.

LifeCrew (Mentoring Youth)

Jeff Bryant
(417)-394-5014
jeff@ipourlife.org

When you step into LifeCrew, you’re not just signing up to volunteer, you’re stepping into a movement that believes every young person deserves a community that sees them, supports them, and stays with them. As part of the Social Capital Club, you’ll show up for youth who are often overlooked and underestimated, helping them build confidence, connections, and a clearer path forward. Your presence won’t just make a difference, it might be the turning point in someone’s story. If you believe in the power of showing up, listening well, and walking alongside the next generation, then LifeCrew is where you belong.

Volunteer at the 2025 Cattle Barons Ball – A Night to Fight Cancer

Ashley Krug
Coordinator of Volunteers
(417)-496-3427
ashleythekrug@gmail.com

Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Join us as a volunteer for the 2025 Cattle Barons Ball of Southwest Missouri, a one-of-a-kind Western-themed gala benefitting the American Cancer Society. Since 2009, this unforgettable event has raised nearly $6.5 million to support cancer research, advocacy, and patient care.

We’re seeking individuals and groups to help make this year’s event a success. With a wide variety of volunteer roles available, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re helping with setup, assisting guests, supporting auction activities, or ensuring the evening runs smoothly.

This is your chance to be part of a powerful night filled with gourmet food, live entertainment, auctions, games, and the moving Stars of Hope luminary tribute honoring those affected by cancer.

Volunteer Opportunities

Courtney Counts
Coordinator of Volunteers
(573)-321-1648
Courtney.counts@pchas.org

Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services is a non-profit organization that serves children and families in need. Whether you have a little extra free time or are looking for an opportunity to partner with us, we would love to have your help! We have options of becoming an ongoing volunteer, seasonal volunteer, or group volunteering. If you are looking to serve those in need Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services is the place for you!

Support the Hospitals Mission in the Community

Julie Coble
Volunteer@coxhealth.com
(417)-269-4169

Looking to make a real difference in your community? At CoxHealth, volunteers are the heart of our mission—to improve the health of the communities we serve through quality health care, education and research. Whether you’re guiding visitors, comforting patients, supporting our NICU team, or exploring healthcare careers through our Student and Medical Explorer programs, there’s a place for you to volunteer here. We offer diverse roles—from Wayfinding and Emergency Department assistance to sewing, NODA (No One Dies Alone), and Veteran visits. Ages 15 and up welcome.

Support Art Academy Classes

Jami Cockrell
jami@abilitiesfirst.net
(417)-360-3927

We are seeking volunteers to provide in class support for children and adults with disabilities in Art, Music, and Theater classes in the community. These classes are M-F and last typically 1.5 hours. Art Academy is always seeking volunteers to provide some support in these classes. Trained Staff are always present and leading the class. The volunteer provides some class support under the direction of the class instructor. We ask volunteers to complete a back ground registration. Thank you

Volunteer Victim Advocate

(417) 863-7273

Our volunteer victim advocates are essential, front-line volunteers who provide victims with support, comfort, and resources in the aftermath of a crime. The Victim Center’s crisis hotline is open 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, thanks to our volunteer victim advocates.