Volunteers participate in Work Days to complete yardwork or light home projects for seniors, restoring a home’s appearance and a senior’s sense of security and dignity. Tasks may include mowing, raking, trimming, or basic home exterior cleanup.

Volunteers write heartfelt, handwritten notes to seniors, reminding them that they are seen, loved, and not alone. This opportunity is perfect for individuals, church groups, businesses, and students to serve from anywhere on their own schedule.

Volunteers in the Senior Home Visit Program connect with homebound seniors through monthly in-person visits, offering conversation, encouragement, prayer, and joy. These visits are simple yet powerful expressions of compassion, requiring no special skills—just a friendly heart and a willingness to listen.

Volunteers host Arts & Crafts and Bingo Events at senior living communities, bringing laughter, creativity, and conversation to senior residents. This is a family-friendly opportunity welcoming children and musicians for multigenerational outreach.

Join a team of volunteers to regularly feed community cat colonies. This role involves working in the field to ensure outdoor cats are cared for and supported.

Provide data entry support for helpline requests, requiring 1-2 hours per week. Training is provided to ensure accurate and efficient data management.

Work at the Discovery Center to provide interpretive experiences for visitors of all ages, helping them learn about the park's natural and cultural resources.

Deliver educational presentations to children and adults about the park's natural resources and conservation efforts. Volunteers will engage with school groups and the general public to promote environmental awareness.

Assist in the banding of birds to help track and study bird populations within the park. Volunteers will work with experienced bird banders to safely capture, band, and release birds.

Conduct various research surveys of butterflies, birds, and amphibians to help gather data on the park's wildlife. Volunteers will work with park staff to collect and record observations.

Support various park events by assisting with setup, coordination, and visitor engagement. Volunteers will help ensure events run smoothly and provide a welcoming atmosphere for attendees.

Lead guided hikes for the public in the Honey Creek State Natural Area, sharing knowledge about the area's natural features and history. Volunteers will engage with visitors to enhance their outdoor experience.

Participate in the restoration and maintenance of the historic Rust House, including carpentry, painting, and landscape management. Volunteers will help preserve this important piece of park history.

Capture photographs of park events to document activities and promote the park's initiatives. Volunteers will work with event organizers to ensure key moments are captured.

Help maintain and repair bird blinds throughout the park to ensure they are safe and functional for visitors. Tasks may include cleaning, repairing structures, and ensuring proper signage.

Assist in maintaining and improving the park's trails to ensure they are safe and accessible for visitors. Tasks include clearing debris, repairing trail surfaces, and installing signage.

Assist in the maintenance and beautification of garden patches around the park, including planting and caring for native plants. Volunteers will work to enhance the park's natural aesthetics.

Prepare hot lunches for events or weekly food distribution. Volunteers will help ensure that meals are ready for distribution to families in need.

Assist in organizing and distributing clothing to families in need. Volunteers will help manage the clothes closet and ensure items are available and accessible.

Participate in food distribution efforts to provide meals to local families. Volunteers will help with the organization and delivery of food supplies.

Assist in teaching reading, writing, and math to children and adults. Volunteers will work directly with minors and must complete a child safety course, background check, and registration form.

Lead sewing, art, and cooking classes for adults and children. Volunteers will share their skills and creativity to help participants learn new crafts and techniques.

Assist at the adoption center with AM cleaning shifts and support during adoption events on Saturdays and Sundays. Volunteers help ensure the environment is welcoming and clean for potential adopters.

Assist with setting up and tearing down the event, including organizing materials, setting up equipment, and ensuring the smooth operation of the workshop. Volunteers will help with food handling and general event logistics.

Join Friends of McAllister Park in keeping the park beautiful by controlling the spread of invasive Johnson Grass. Duties may include cutting seed heads, raking thatch, and replanting natives. Please bring your own gloves and hand pruners if available.

Assist in providing veterinary care, including vaccines and health checks, to dogs of the homeless population. Volunteers may also help with organizing clinics and distributing supplies.

Participate in the Tree Trail Trek: Tree Docent Training at Walker Ranch. Volunteers will learn about local tree species and how to guide educational tours, enhancing public awareness of urban forestry.

Volunteers are needed to temporarily care for puppies when their primary raisers are unavailable. This role involves providing a safe and nurturing environment for the puppies.

Volunteers are needed to serve as puppy raisers, providing a loving home and basic training to future guide dogs. This role is crucial in preparing puppies for their advanced training and eventual role as guide dogs.

Volunteers are needed to board dogs that are in advanced training. This involves providing a supportive environment and helping reinforce training commands as the dogs prepare for their guide dog roles.

Assist in organizing and managing the 10th Annual Health Fair on November 1st, 2025. Responsibilities include setting up booths, guiding attendees, and providing information about health services.

Volunteer for 20 minutes to speak at one of our monthly series or record a podcast with us. Share your journey to becoming an attorney and how you have made an impact with the profession.

Assist in organizing and leading outdoor activities for Black, African-American youth to help them reconnect with nature. Volunteers will support program staff in facilitating camping trips and educational sessions.

Send Valentine's Day cards to deployed Service Members and Veterans. Volunteers create or purchase cards to show appreciation and support.

Veteran Food Distribution events provide up to two weeks of groceries to veterans in need. This event relies on monthly volunteers to help distribute the food.

Spread joy to military children this holiday season. Adopt a family for the holidays and provide gifts for the children and a holiday meal.

Volunteers are needed to sew and donate quilts or quilt tops for children in need. These quilts are given to children facing serious health challenges, abuse, or trauma. Volunteers can send in their handmade quilts or quilt tops to be finished by the organization.

Assist with various projects such as making signs for events, creating goodie bags for adopters, or distributing flyers. Your help speeds up project completion.

Assist with setting up and breaking down equipment at adoption events, walk dogs, clean up after puppies, and engage with potential adopters to help find homes for our animals.

Help at events by setting up tables, handing out information about Mystery Dog Rescue, and selling fundraising items such as car magnets and toys.

Provide a temporary home for pets in need while we search for permanent homes. Some pets may require medical care or behavioral attention, but most will just need love and care.