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Volunteer Opportunities

Board Chair

The Dogwood House is seeking a committed Board Chair to help lead and shape a mission-driven nonprofit focused on transitional housing and long-term stability for survivors of trafficking and exploitation in Kansas City.

Lead the strategic vision of a faith-based transitional housing nonprofit serving survivors of trafficking and exploitation in the Kansas City metro.

Individual Volunteer Opportunity: CASA Advocacy and Volunteer Opportunities

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) are appointed by judges to support children in foster care. They meet regularly with their assigned child, consult with professionals, and gather information from families and placements, spending about 10–12 hours per month. General volunteers also help CASA through events, committees, and donation drives.

Family Support & Community Outreach Volunteer

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.

Help us stay connected with families impacted by violence and strengthen support across Kansas City.

Secretary

The Dogwood House is seeking an organized and mission-driven Secretary to support board governance, documentation, and organizational structure as part of a growing nonprofit serving survivors of trafficking and exploitation in Kansas City.

Help establish strong governance, organization, and operational structure for a faith-based transitional housing nonprofit serving survivors of trafficking and exploitation in the Kansas City metro.

Vice Chair

The Dogwood House is seeking a dedicated Vice Chair to support board leadership, organizational growth, and strategic development as part of a mission-driven nonprofit serving survivors of trafficking and exploitation in Kansas City.

Support the leadership and long-term vision of a faith-based transitional housing nonprofit serving survivors of trafficking and exploitation in the Kansas City metro.

Treasurer

The Dogwood House is seeking a mission-driven Treasurer to provide financial oversight, strategic guidance, and accountability as part of a growing nonprofit serving survivors of trafficking and exploitation in Kansas City.

Help guide the financial stewardship and long-term sustainability of a faith-based transitional housing nonprofit serving survivors of trafficking and exploitation in the Kansas City metro.

Community Partnerships Board Member

The Dogwood House is seeking a relationship-driven Community Partnerships Board Member to help expand community engagement, strategic partnerships, and organizational visibility for a growing nonprofit serving survivors of trafficking and exploitation in Kansas City.

Help strengthen community connections and long-term impact for a faith-based transitional housing nonprofit serving survivors of trafficking and exploitation in the Kansas City metro.

Looking for Board Members

What We’re Looking For We welcome individuals with diverse professional and lived experiences. Ideal candidates may bring strengths in one or more of the following areas: · Nonprofit governance · Finance, law, or real estate · Healthcare, social services, or disability advocacy · Community development or fundraising · Strategic planning or organizational growth

Are you compassionate and driven?

Development & Fundraising Board Member

The Dogwood House is seeking a mission-driven Development & Fundraising Board Member to help support donor engagement, community relationships, and long-term fundraising strategy for a growing nonprofit serving survivors of trafficking and exploitation in Kansas City.

Help advance the growth and sustainability of a faith-based transitional housing nonprofit serving survivors of trafficking and exploitation in the Kansas City metro.

Community Food Partner Assistant

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.

Assist community food partners to ensure fresh food reaches our neighbors

Survivor Advocacy & Trauma-Informed Board Member

The Dogwood House is seeking a compassionate and mission-driven Survivor Advocacy & Trauma-Informed Board Member to help support organizational leadership, survivor-centered practices, and long-term program development for women rebuilding their lives after trafficking and exploitation.

Help strengthen a faith-based transitional housing nonprofit through trauma-informed leadership and advocacy for survivors of trafficking and exploitation in the Kansas City metro.

American Cancer Society Kansas City Area Board Membership [Start 2027]

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.

Our mission is to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer.

Personal Shopper and Donation Intake Volunteer

Personal shoppers and Clothing intake volunteers needed in our FREE clothing boutique

Community Threads KC

Art of the Imagination Summer Camp: Storybook Summer

We are seeking volunteer group leaders for the Art of the Imagination Summer Camp: Storybook Summer on Monday, July 13–Friday, July 17, 2026, 12:30 – 4:30pm. Join us to help campers explore two unique collections in the Museum galleries, create art with various mediums while learning techniques from local artists, and build teamwork skills through a group art project. As a volunteer you will be responsible for a group of about 5 students as they enjoy their camp experience.

Make a Difference With MOCSA!

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.

Help Support Survivors - Volunteer Advocates Needed

American Cancer Society Corporate Champion

ACS partners with organizations to develop mutually beatifical partnerships. By being a corporate champion, you will be utilizing your network of contacts professionally and personally to help open doors to create opportunities that support our mission.

Help us attack Cancer from every angle by sharing your time and talents!

Empower Girls Through Service – Volunteer with Awesome Ambitions

Support Awesome Ambitions by volunteering your time and talents to empower girls in our community. From fundraising and social media to program support and outreach, every effort matters. Flexible opportunities available—sign up today and start making a difference!

“Join Awesome Ambitions and help girls turn their dreams into achievable goals.”

Love books and art? Want to add smiles to your week? Looking to meet new people?

Grant Committee Northland Symphony Orchestra Association

The Northland Symphony Orchestra Association is looking to add to our grant committee. We enriches our community through free, high-quality orchestral performances that unite professional and community musicians, while also providing educational opportunities for all.

Grant Committee