Community Service Opportunities

A Red Circle North County 314-328-2286 Information Gardening

-A Red Circle is an organization that serves to "improve economic development in North County through a lens of racial equity.” They’re helping to sponsor a work day event on April 10th to expand on the buildout they began in 2020 in Pine Lawn, Missouri, by moving soil, forming garden beds and paths, planting potatoes, decorating stones, and more! They are hoping for a large turnout for their event so go ahead and get your family and friends involved! Click the ‘Information’ link and find the red link that says “Sign up here” Students ages 15 or younger must sign up with a parent or guardian. Work Day is April 10th, 9am - 1pm.

DIY Dog Toys (R) Your Home! N/A PDF Instructions DIY Craft

-Everyone loves a fun Do It Yourself project and this one is great for the whole family! Here's a video of how to make your own dog toys out of old t-shirts. 5 shirts will count as 1 hour of service. Make a few or a bunch! You can also donate gently used towels to be used as pet bedding! Once you're finished, bring your items to the Chelsea Center and we will distribute them among animal shelters in the area.

Great Rivers Greenway Across STL 314-436-7009 Confluence Trash Bash Trail Cleanup

-Save the date! Great Rivers Greenway is hosting their annual Confluence Trash Bash in April. Click the link above and sign up to be notified when registration opens for this event! Make sure you sign up quickly once it’s open!

Hawken House WG 314-968-1857 Please Email See Details

-The Hawken House is a local museum and part of the Webster Groves Historical Society, as well as Historic Saint Louis. The museum is looking for volunteers to assist with typing/transcription, cataloging, furniture arranging, and landscaping. Please contact the Museum Manager, Ms. Ginger Krueger at hawkenhouse@historicwebster.org to discuss which duties you’d like to fulfill and plan your volunteer schedule.

Historic Sappington House Crestwood 314-822-8171 Application Gardening

-The Sappington House is another local historic museum with a long-standing history with The Chelsea Center. The museum is looking for volunteers to help with garden maintenance. Please fill out the application and select ‘Gardener’ when asked which areas you’d like to volunteer in. Once completed, email it to Sally Cakouros at sallyc@historicsappingtonhouse.org. She will review your application and reach out to you to set up volunteering details.

Kids Under Twenty One Brentwood 314-963-7571 Application *LONG TERM*

-KUTO is an organization focused on “teens helping teens help themselves.” This is a long-term opportunity (at least 6 months) and all hours worked will contribute to your school service hours. Check out their website to see if anything interests you. You can fill out an application and reach out to them if you have any questions. Please pay attention to age restrictions for certain volunteer positions.

Lutheran Senior Services Across STL 314-373-4071 Information Gardening

-LSS is looking for volunteers at all of their STL facilities to help with garden maintenance. Due to current restrictions, only outdoor volunteer opportunities are available for the public. If you are interested, please visit the 'Information' link above and look for ‘Landscaping/Beautification’ opportunities on their listings. Please reach out to Director of Volunteer & Community Engagement, Diane Sinclair at the phone number above or email her at diane.sinclair@lssliving.org.

Missouri Policy Collaborative (R) Virtual N/A Please See Details Please See Details

Please visit this PDF Link to learn more about this opportunity!

Needy Paws Rescue Sunset Hills 314-701-5687 Application Assisting with Animals

-This opportunity has a 16+ age limit. A small group of friends would be perfect for this! Volunteers are needed to help at adoption events at the PetSmart in Sunset Hills on Saturdays from 10am-12pm. There are also opportunities for dog walking (Pit Bull Terriers). Please contact Lora Pappas at the phone number above after you fill out the application. She will assist you in scheduling your service work.

Nurses For Newborns (R) WG 314-455-6412 Please Call or Email Sorting & Organizing

-NFN serves the community by providing services to families with babies that need a little extra help. They need assistance sorting and organizing baby items like clothes, diapers, and formula. This opportunity allows you to pick up supplies from their facility and take them home to sort. When you’re finished you can return the items and receive a new package to take home again. Contact Kate Steele at kate.steele@nursesfornewborns.org or give her a call. She will assist you from there.

Shepherd's Center Across WG & Kirkwood 314-395-0988 Please Call or Email Yard Clean Up

-This is a great opportunity to get a couple of friends together for a work day! Shepherd’s Center will connect you with one of their senior clients who need some help with yard work, completely contactless. Call or email the Services Coordinator, Karen Zelle at the number above or kzelle@shepherdscenter-wk.org to get started.

Soul Box Project (R) Your Home! 314-275-0888 See Details National Craft Project

-The Soul Box Project collects and exhibits thousands of hand-folded origami boxes to raise awareness of the U.S. gunfire epidemic. This creative project is an extension of a very sensitive cause with a huge impact. Click the link above to visit their website and learn more about their movement. You will also find video instructions on how to make a Soul Box and will be directed a mailing address. 5 boxes will count as 1 hour of service. Please let us see your decorated boxes in your photos and videos!

STL Foodbank Bridgeton 314-292-6262 Waiver Sorting & Repackaging

-This is a great opportunity to include your family members! Head over to their website and fill out a waiver for every participant. You’ll also be able to sign up for shifts and they can fill quickly so don’t wait! You must be 16+ to volunteer independently, 15 and younger must volunteer with a parent or guardian.

STL Foodbank (R) Your Home! 314-292-6262 See Details Hope Notes

-Volunteer from home and make Hope Notes for people receiving food boxes. The St. Louis Area Foodbank is collecting notes of encouragement for seniors in need of food. Your illustrated notes and/or cards will be included in food boxes distributed in Missouri and Illinois. Here are some examples of Hope Notes. 3 notes will count as 1 hour of service. Please let us see your beautiful Hope Notes in your photos and videos! Please send your cards to:

St. Louis Area Foodbank

ATTN: Philanthropy Office

70 Corporate Woods Drive

Bridgeton, MO 63044

St. Patrick Center (R) Your Home! 314-802-0700 Volunteer From Home Aid to the Homeless

-Another remote opportunity! There are a few ways to give back in the PDF linked above, but consider the option to bake and individually wrap desserts to be distributed to those in need! This is a really fun family activity and a great way to serve!

WG Community Food Pantry WG 314-329-4498 Please Call Sorting Donations

-This one is right here in our district! Please reach out to Autumn Rempinski using the phone number above.

WG Parks WG 314-963-5457 Please Call or Email Park Maintenance

-Another awesome opportunity in our own backyard! You can help to keep our parks in tip-top shape! For more information, please call or email the Park Superintendent, Yvonne Steingruby at steingrubyy@webstergroves.org. She will assist you in arranging your service work. Must be 18+ to volunteer without a parent or guardian.