Assist with maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the store. Volunteers will help ensure a tidy and welcoming environment for customers.

Help with the merchandising of items in the store, ensuring that products are displayed attractively and are easy for customers to find.

Assist in the processing and pricing of donated items, ensuring they are ready for sale in the store. Volunteers will work with a team to sort and tag items.

Assist in processing and organizing footwear donations. Volunteers will help ensure footwear is sorted, priced, and displayed appropriately.

Help sort and organize book donations, ensuring they are categorized and displayed for customers.

Assist with special events such as the Bash at the Boulevard by helping clean tables and ensuring a pleasant environment for attendees. This event celebrates Lake Saint Louis's 50th anniversary.

Handle the registration of all participants and volunteers on arrival, assist with filling ice chests, and help with food setup and cleanup. Volunteers will be the first to arrive and the first to leave.

Capture pictures and videos on shore and in boats to create positive memories for skiers and their families. Professional status is not required, but we ask for memory cards or video creations after the event.

Assist instructors with fitting skiers and teaching them basic ski skills and hand signals on dry land. Volunteers will be trained on using and transporting equipment and helping skiers transfer in and out of equipment on land.

Experienced boat personnel are needed to pull the pin, spot skiers, and handle the ropes during our events. A 'jumper' from the Wet Shore Assistance group will also assist in the boat.

Assist in shallow water, helping start skiers and providing safety support. Training and life jackets will be provided. This role involves riding on jet skis, ski boats, and assisting in deep water.

We need boat drivers with ski or tube pulling experience to assist in our adaptive water skiing events. Training on adapted water ski methods will be provided. Your boat must be registered with Lake St. Louis and have a valid LSL sticker.

Market Ambassadors promote the market and support staff on Market days by assisting with setup, customer navigation, gathering feedback, and monitoring entrances. This role is ideal for individuals or groups looking to engage with the community and meet new people.

The Mid America Teen Community Emergency Response Team is an advanced community training program that teaches all citizens, who are at least 12 years and older, to assist their families and emergency services in the event of an emergency and or natural disaster before professional first responders arrive. Our goal is to train students how to respond to any emergency situation effectively and efficiently, without placing themselves in unnecessary danger. Some of the knowledge taught contains how to handle most emergency situations, including treating the medical killers and providing medical aid, managing utilities and putting out small fires, searching for and rescuing victims safely, assisting people with special and functional needs, preparing for acts of terrorism, and collecting disaster intelligence to support first responder efforts. | Requirements: Individuals must be at least 18 years old and should live in the St. Louis, Missouri or surrounding area. Must have completed the FEMA G-317 CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Basic Training Course. Must have completed the CERT Train-the-Trainer course in person or E428 through EMI. You will need to complete the TEEN CERT Train-the-Trainer course through the Mid America Teen Community Emergency Response Team. A background check will be performed and individuals must have a clean police record. | Categories: Community Education

Provide a temporary home for animals awaiting adoption. Help them adjust to a family environment and prepare them for adoption, ensuring a smooth transition to their forever homes.

Assist with organizing and running adoption events, fundraisers, and other community outreach programs. Volunteers help ensure events run smoothly and effectively.

Help take care of animals by feeding, cleaning, and ensuring their well-being until they find a forever home. Volunteers play a crucial role in maintaining the health and happiness of the animals.

Assist in collecting donated turkeys at the Turkey Truck. Volunteers are needed to help manage the collection and organization of turkeys donated by the community.

Help prepare the hall and count inventory the weekend before No Hunger Holiday. Tasks include setting up the venue and organizing supplies for the event.

Participate in the assembly line to prepare Thanksgiving meal packages on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. Volunteers can arrive as early as 7:30 a.m. and help until 3 or 4 p.m.

Help remove invasive honeysuckle from public lands on and near the Missouri River. This effort is crucial for maintaining the health of local ecosystems.

Join hundreds of volunteers to pick up trash and recyclables across St. Charles County and beyond. This opportunity allows you to have a direct impact on the quality of the rivers and streams in your neighborhood.

Participate in trash pickup, planting, and removal of invasive plants on public lands near the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers. Help maintain and improve these vital natural areas.

Assist in monitoring water quality by obtaining grab samples from various sites along the Dardenne Creek watershed. This program involves local teachers, students, and Stream Team Volunteers.

Assist in identifying and collecting data on plastic pollution in the Mississippi River as part of a global project to reduce ocean plastic pollution. Participate in clean-up activities and data collection efforts.

Help take tickets, guide audience members, assist with concessions, and ensure all audience members are seated before performances. Enjoy the show for free while volunteering.

Assist with ticket sales and box office needs before the show and at intermission. Volunteers will not miss any part of the show and can enjoy it for free.

Assist with sound, lighting, or props during the run of a show. Volunteers should be available for all performances and technical rehearsals prior to the show.

Work closely with the Director to manage costume and prop needs for shows. Help is also needed backstage during performances for costume-intensive shows.

Assist in building, painting, and dressing sets for upcoming shows. No experience or special skills needed, as tasks will be assigned based on your abilities.

The primary function of a Wight City Fire Protection District Firefighter is to protect the community from disaster situations, including house and building fires, and promote an environment of public safety within the Wright City Fire Protection District response area. This position also participates in fire prevention and inspection activities, equipment and quarters maintenance, and training dealing with all phases of fire suppression, prevention, inspection, rescue and emergency operation. An employee in this classification performs the duties of other employees in the Chandler Fire Department when so assigned. All volunteer position is required to do 24 hours a month of duty time, as well as attend three training's a month. | Requirements: o High School Diploma or GED o College Transcript (if applicable) o Copy of valid driver's license o Missouri State Firefighter I & II Certificate o Missouri State Highway Patrol Criminal Background Check (within the past 90 days) o Missouri State Highway Patrol Driving Record (within the past 90 days) o Completed application o Signed and dated Acknowledgement form o Notarized Authorization for Release of Information o Any other industry related certificates, endorsements, or documents o This form with all applicable boxes checked, signed and dated. o Haz-Mat Awareness and Operations (Not required of Recruits) o Copy of NIMS 100,200, and 700 (Not required of Recruits) | Categories: Firefighter

We are so glad that you are interested in volunteering for your local fire district! As a Fire Corps volunteer, you can expect to assist your district in a non-emergency role. The activities you will participate in provide critical support to the district and enable emergency responders to focus on operational duties and training. | Requirements: Please contact office@wrightcityfire.com for volunteer opportunities. | Categories: Fire Corps

High school students can earn volunteer hours by participating in various activities supporting STL Youth Hockey Fights Cancer events.

Assist in organizing and managing events hosted by STL Youth Hockey Fights Cancer. Volunteers may help with setup, registration, and general event coordination.

Work involves training for and participating in duties of protecting life and property through the performance of firefighting and emergency service activities. Volunteer firefighters are required to learn and participate in the operation of tools, apparatus and the performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may require strenuous exertion under such handicaps as smoke, fire, heat and cramped surroundings in all types of weather. Minimum participation is required to remain an active member. Although firefighting and emergency services work constitutes the primary and most difficult and responsible area of work, the volunteer is also required to attend training a minimum of 2 evenings per month. Meetings are held every Tuesday night. Training and work nights consist of practice sessions dealing with various aspects of firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials awareness, and emergency medical work. Work performance requires initiative and the exercise of independent judgment. Work is generally performed under the general supervision of a fire district officer. | Requirements: Firefighter candidates must: -reside or be employed within the fire district (Defiance, Augusta, Schluersburg) -be of sound physical condition -pass criminal background check -pass interview by membership committee -pass a 12 month probationary training period The firefighter drives or rides an emergency vehicle in response to fire, rescue and emergency medical events, hazardous materials response/mitigation and routine requests for help or assistance. In the performance of their duties, the firefighters set up equipment, lays and connects hose; operates high-capacity pumps and directs water streams; raises and climbs ladders; uses fire extinguishers, safety belts, lines and hooks and uses self-contained breathing apparatus. Work is hazardous and often requires physical exertion. The firefighter may enter burning buildings as part of a fire suppression team, perform ventilation tasks above ground, carry heavy objects and equipment and rescue injured or trapped victims. Individuals fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a firefighter will at all times present themselves in a courteous, professional and responsible manner. | Categories: Firefighter, EMT

Spend time with seniors who may feel lonely or isolated; engage with them and form connections that might last a lifetime. Volunteers are expected to provide companionship and support to seniors.

Plan and execute events and activities for seniors, such as social gatherings, workshops, health and wellness programs, or educational sessions. Volunteers should be creative and organized.

Assist in recruiting more volunteers to expand the group's impact; reach out to potential volunteers, share the benefits of joining, and encourage community members to get involved.

Mentors will work with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) professionals to cultivate the next generation of leaders through mentoring, skills building, and networking. This role involves providing guidance, sharing professional experiences, and supporting mentees in their career development.

Assist with the preservation and presentation of historical artifacts and exhibits at the Augusta History Museum. Volunteers may help with organizing events, guiding tours, and maintaining the museum's collections.

Join our community and help our garden continue to grow and thrive for years to come. Volunteer opportunities include, but are not limited to, planning, nurturing, watering, and maintaining the community areas of the garden.

Coach youth sports at the Wildwood Family YMCA. You will be the main contact for the team you are coaching for as well as the distributor of jerseys at the beginning of the season and medals at the end of the season.

Help organize and manage adoption and fundraising events. Duties include setting up, assisting visitors, and ensuring the smooth operation of events.

Assist in transporting dogs to and from foster homes, adoption events, and veterinary appointments. Volunteers must have a valid driver's license and a vehicle suitable for transporting animals.

Assist with clerical and administrative tasks to support the operations of Missouri K9 Friends. Tasks may include data entry, answering inquiries, and organizing documents.

Provide support to foster homes by delivering food and supplies, and assisting with the care of dogs in foster homes.