Volunteer Opportunities From: Engage Rockhurst

Join us as a Course Monitor on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in the Nelson-Atkins Museum area! This is a great opportunity to support your community, cheer on runners, and be part of one of Kansas City’s signature event. Groups of 10 or more can earn $20 per volunteer as a fundraising opportunity.

As a Course Monitor, you’ll play a vital role in keeping athletes safe by helping ensure the streets remain clear of vehicles and spectators. The course will be closed to vehicles, but if a vehicle does approach, please politely instruct the driver to turn around and take an alternate route.

Course Monitor Requirements & Details

You must be 16 or older, or accompanied by an adult, to serve in this role.

Your location will be assigned approximately one week before the race and shared via email and Google Maps.

Start and end times will be staggered based on your location. If you’re assigned to the back half of the route, your shift will begin later than 6:30 a.m. If you’re on the front half, your shift will end before 1:30 p.m.

Police officers will be stationed at all major intersections and can provide additional support if needed.

Most importantly, cheer on the athletes! Offer encouraging words, keep their spirits high, and help make sure they stay on the right course. Your energy and support can make a meaningful difference on race day.

Questions? Contact Julie Bowers at julie@uncoverkc.org or 913-638-0151.

We’re grateful for your help in making race day safe, welcoming, and memorable for everyone!

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CDD (Center for Developmentally Disabled), in partnership with Befriending Networks, offers a meaningful volunteer opportunity focused on building one-on-one connections. As a Befriender, you’ll be matched with an individual we support based on shared interests and location, fostering a friendship over at least six months. Befrienders connect with their match at least twice a month—once in person and once through a call, email, or letter.

Activities are flexible and decided together. Research shows befriending improves mental health, social skills, and communication for both participants. Volunteers must complete an orientation, background check, and required trainings. A matchmaking survey is also part of the onboarding process.

CDD’s PALS University/Day Habilitation program is looking for volunteers to lead or assist with meaningful, individualized activities for the people we support. This is a flexible opportunity for volunteers to engage in a variety of enriching experiences that reflect participants' interests and goals.

Examples of Volunteer Activities: mentoring or life skills coaching, leading or assisting with classroom-style lessons, hosting coffee conversations or discussion groups, organizing or attending group outings (e.g., bowling, concerts, supporting music, arts, or meal prep sessions, sharing hobbies or personal expertise (crafts, cooking, tech, sports, etc.)

Time Commitment: 2–6 hours per shift—based on your availability and interests. Requirements: All volunteers must complete an orientation with the Community Engagement Specialist, pass a background check, and complete required trainings (Gentle Teaching and Abuse/Neglect).

Our maintenance teams welcome groups and individuals to assist with maintenance, landscaping, painting, and other projects in our homes and buildings across the metro including our campus at 2135 Manor Way Liberty, MO 64068.

For general volunteering questions, please email volunteer@luinc.org or call 816-200-0884. Sign up directly HERE.

Make a real and lasting difference! Union Station is an architectural treasure, but it has always been the people who have given this historic landmark a heart.

Be one of those people. Join the volunteers at Union Station and help the Station continue to be the place where Kansas City connects. Whether greeting guests inside Science City, helping bring our touring exhibits to life, assisting in the Model Railroad or Dino Lab, serving in our administration office, or working behind the scenes, Union Station volunteers make a big difference. We have a wide variety of volunteer opportunities available. You can complete orientation and become a regular volunteer with us, or simply help out with general events. Together, we will find the perfect opportunity for you. You can also give us a hand with special events, exhibits, and fundraising. Sign-up below or contact volunteer@unionstation.org for more information.

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