One-Time Volunteer Opportunities
Saint Louis University’s Center for Social Action promotes many forms of community engagement, from episodic service to more in-depth involvement. This list of one-time volunteer opportunities will help SLU students, faculty or staff make a difference based on your schedule and interests. Many are perfect for groups.
August
Freddie Ford Family Foundation
What: Volunteers are needed for our Back to School Workshop, helping with event setup,
vendor support, childcare, speaker support, and event breakdown.
When: Shifts of either 8:45 a.m. - 3 p.m. or 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday, Aug. 21 and Saturday,
Aug. 22
Where: Bellerive Country Club, 12925 Ladue Road (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Felicia Ford at
felicia@freddiefordfamilyfoundation.org.
Register for Freddie Ford Family Foundation
Open Space STL
What: Volunteers are needed for Operation Clean Stream, helping clean various waterways
throughout the St. Louis region, picking up trash, etc.
When: Shifts available throughout the day of Saturday, Aug. 22
Where: Various locations - see signup below.
Contact: Register below. Katie Franke, Community Conservation Program manager at katie@openspacestl.org or 314-835-9225.
Freddie Ford Family Foundation
What: Volunteers are needed for our Back to School Resource and Giveaway Event helping
with event setup, supporting vendors, supervising activities, handing out school supplies,
and event breakdown.
When: Anytime 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 23
Where: Venable Park, 10630 Country View Drive (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Felicia Ford at
felicia@freddiefordfamilyfoundation.org.
Register for Freddie Ford Family Foundation
The Community Wellness Project
What: Volunteers are needed for our recurring "All Tea No Shade" psychosocial support gathering
— a facilitated space for open conversation and community connection. Volunteers assist
with room setup and breakdown, greeting participants and handling check-in, preparing
and serving refreshments, and prepping supplies for the session.
When: 7 - 9 p.m., Thursday Aug. 27
Where: 908 Olive St. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Taylor Edwards, tedwards@cwpstl.org.
International Institute of St. Louis
What: Volunteers are needed for our Back to School Resource and Giveaway Event helping
with event setup, supporting vendors, supervising activities, handing out school supplies,
and event breakdown.
When: Shifts available from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., any day Aug. 28-30
Where: Tower Grove Park (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Claire Baldeck
at baldeckc@iistl.org.
Register for International Institute of St. Louis
Kirkwood Parks Volunteer Program
What: Volunteers are needed for our Invasive Plant Removal Day, helping make the park invasive-free
by removing bush honeysuckle and wintercreeper.
When: 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 29
Where: 614 W. Adams Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Josie Pellerito
at pellerjg@kirkwoodmo.org or 314-984-5993.
Register for Kirkwood Parks Volunteer Program
September
United Cerebral Palsy - Heartland Chapter
What: Volunteers are needed for the Wing Ding fundraising event, assisting with registration,
serving, and general event support.
When: 4 - 9 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 1
Where: Chaifetz Arena (on campus)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Toni Roper, 314-994-1600 or ropert@ucpheartland.org.
Kirkwood Parks Volunteer Program
What: Volunteers are needed for a night of peaceful weeding as we maintain and upkeep the
landscaping and garden beds that surround the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center.
When: 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 29
Where: 210 E. Monroe Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Josie Pellerito
at pellerjg@kirkwoodmo.org or 314-984-5993.
Register for Kirkwood Parks Volunteer Program
Doorways Housing
What: Volunteers are needed for our annual Show Me St. Louis Classic Bowling Tournament
Fundraiser.
When: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Saturday, September 5
Where: 11801 Tesson Ferry Rd. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contactMaria Simkeviciute
at msimkeviciute@doorwayshousing.org or 314.328.2690.
Metropolitan Congregations United
What: Volunteers are needed to assist with a historical archiving project, helping us pull
together various materials from the past 30 years to tell our organization's story
via video and graphics.
When: Anytime 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 8
Where: 4501 Westminster Place (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Israel Collier at mcupresident@mcustl.com.
Annie's Hope - The Grieving Center for Kids
What: Volunteers are needed for our Family Meal Nights, helping serve dinner to families
participating in our group programs.
When: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 10
Where: 1333 W. Lockwood Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Shannon Givens
at 314-965-5015 or shannong@annieshope.org.
Register for Annie's Hope - The Grieving Center for Kids
The Community Wellness Project
What: Volunteers are needed for our recurring "All Tea No Shade" psychosocial support gathering
— a facilitated space for open conversation and community connection. Volunteers assist
with room setup and breakdown, greeting participants and handling check-in, preparing
and serving refreshments, and prepping supplies for the session.
When: 7 - 9 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 10
Where: 908 Olive St. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Taylor Edwards, tedwards@cwpstl.org.
Cardinal Glennon Children’s Foundation
What: Volunteers are needed for the annual All Glennon Gallop, with proceeds benefitting
the kids and families served by The Danis Pediatric Center at SSM Health Cardinal
Glennon Children's Hospital. Assist with all aspects of this Polo Charity Event.
When: Various shifts available daily Friday, Sept.11 through Monday, Sept. 14 (see registration
below for specific times)
Where: 4020 Benne Road (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Becca Polizzi
at Becca.Polizzi@ssmhealth.com.
Register for Cardinal Glennon Children’s Foundation
GO! St. Louis
What: Volunteers are needed for The Great Chase 10K, helping with packet pickup as well
as finish line management.
When: Anytime 5:45 a.m. - 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept.12
Where: Running Niche, 1601 Tower Grove Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Sarah Ranson at
sranson@gostlouis.org or 314-727-0800.
Gateway To Hope
What: Volunteers are needed to help distribute flyers throughout the Maplewood area and
raise awareness about Breast Fest, an upcoming community event supporting breast health
education and resources.
When: 8 - 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 12
Where: Meet at 3114 Sutton Blvd. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Stephanie Pyland,
spyland@gthmo.org.
Gateway Down Syndrome Association
What: Volunteers are needed for Teen Time social event, where students with and without
Down Syndrome are invited to socialize together in an inclusive, fun environment with
music, crafts, games and more!
When: 1 - 3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12
Where: 1201 Hanley Industrial Court (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Susannah Egley at susannah@gatewaydsa.org.
Kids Enjoy Exercise Now (K.E.E.N.)
What: Volunteers are needed to work with children who have developmental disabilities on
a variety of sports and exercises, dance/movement activities, and/or music sessions.
When: Sessions available 1 - 4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 13
Where: SLU High School, 4970 Oakland Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Elizabeth Novak
at 314-399-9458 or enovak@keenstlouis.org.
Register for Kids Enjoy Exercise Now (K.E.E.N.)
Global Learning Exchange
What: Volunteers are needed for our Annual Fiesta de Cultura, an event for families and
children to support the mission of Global Learning Exchange. Help with set-up, guest
assistance, raffle sales, auction, and more!
When: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 13
Where: Foundry Art Centre, 520 North Main Center (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Amy Inman at 314-479-4343 or amyinman@yahoo.com.
Highway To Destiny
What: Volunteers are needed to help advertise our "Skilled in the Field" campaign on social
media, raising awareness for this program.
When: Mondays, Sept. 14 and 28 - anytime during the day or evening
Where: Can be done virtually/remotely
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Tamela Nixon at highwaytodestiny@gmail.com.
Metropolitan Congregations United
What: Volunteers are needed to assist with creating a marketing and recruitment strategy
for board member recruitment.
When: Anytime 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 16
Where: 4501 Westminster Place (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Israel Collier at mcupresident@mcustl.com.
Annie's Hope - The Grieving Center for Kids
What: Volunteers are needed for our Family Meal Nights, helping serve dinner to families
participating in our group programs.
When: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 17
Where: 1333 W. Lockwood Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Shannon Givens
at 314-965-5015 or shannong@annieshope.org.
Register for Annie's Hope - The Grieving Center for Kids
Loyola Academy of St. Louis
What: Volunteers are needed to assist with set up for A Night with the Knights, our annual
dinner gala fundraiser. Set up signage, registration tables, alphabetize name tags,
place programs on chairs, etc.
When: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Friday, Sept. 18
Where: 3851 Washington Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Melinda Pajares at mpajares@loyolaacademy.org or 314-265-8564.
United Congregations of Metro East
What: Volunteers are needed for our Downtown Alton Community Celebration, a free and family-friendly
event featuring 100+ educational booths, live music, interactive art experiences and
performances, as well as great local food & beverages.
When: Anytime Noon - 10 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19
Where: #1 Riverfront Drive (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Susie Brown at susan@ucmetroeast.org.
Old North St. Louis Restoration Group
What: Volunteers are needed for our annual Trivia Night Fundraiser, assisting with set-up
and breakdown/cleanup, registration, food vending (taking orders and serving) and
table runners and other general volunteer activities as needed.
When: 5:30 - 9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19
Where: 1428 Warren Street (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Indira Murray at indira@onsl.org or 314-305-7461.
Kids Enjoy Exercise Now (K.E.E.N.)
What: Volunteers are needed to work with children who have developmental disabilities on
a variety of sports and exercises, dance/movement activities, and/or music sessions.
When: Sessions available 1 - 4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 20
Where: SLU High School, 4970 Oakland Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Elizabeth Novak
at 314-399-9458 or enovak@keenstlouis.org.
Register for Kids Enjoy Exercise Now (K.E.E.N.)
Loyola Academy of St. Louis
What: Volunteers are needed to assist with meal serving and cleanup at A Night with the
Knights, our annual dinner gala fundraiser.
When: 6 - 10 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 20
Where: 3851 Washington Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Melinda Pajares at mpajares@loyolaacademy.org or 314-265-8564.
ALIVE
What: Volunteers are needed for our Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser. Volunteers will
be asked to aid in a variety of tasks to contribute to the success of our fundraiser,
such as set-up/tear-down of event materials, selling raffle tickets, helping to direct
guests, auction spotting, or potentially being hole-in-one spotters on the course.
When: Anytime 7 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday, Sept. 21
Where: The Legends Country Club, 625 The Legends Parkway (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Piper Field at
pfield@alivestl.org or 618-917-9564.
Women's Foundation of Greater St. Louis
What: Volunteers are needed for our Making a Difference Luncheon, the signature event of
the Women's Foundation of Greater St. Louis (WFSTL), to raise funds and awareness
to advance women economically.
When: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24
Where: Clayton Plaza Hotel, 7750 Carondelet Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Nancy Carter at info@wfstl.org or 314-805-0744.
Annie's Hope - The Grieving Center for Kids
What: Volunteers are needed for our Family Meal Nights, helping serve dinner to families
participating in our group programs.
When: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24
Where: 1333 W. Lockwood Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Shannon Givens
at 314-965-5015 or shannong@annieshope.org.
Register for Annie's Hope - The Grieving Center for Kids
The Community Wellness Project
What: Volunteers are needed for our recurring "All Tea No Shade" psychosocial support gathering
— a facilitated space for open conversation and community connection. Volunteers assist
with room setup and breakdown, greeting participants and handling check-in, preparing
and serving refreshments, and prepping supplies for the session.
When: 7 - 9 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24
Where: 908 Olive St. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for more information, contact Taylor Edwards, tedwards@cwpstl.org.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
What: Volunteers are needed for 2026 Bike MS: Gateway Getaway, helping with all aspects
of our largest fundraising event.
When: Various shifts available on Friday, Sept. 25, Saturday, Sept. 26 and Sunday, Sept.
27. See registration below for specific times and roles.
Where: Lewis and Clark Community College, 5800 Godfrey Road (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Marisa Cook at
314-952-6744 or marisa.cook@nmss.org.
Register for National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Gateway Arch Park Foundation
What: Volunteers are needed for the National Public Lands Day trash pickup event, cleaning
up the Arch Riverfront. All volunteers will receive materials to help them stay safe,
such as litter pickers (limited supply), trash bags and gloves.
When: 9 a.m. - Noon, Saturday, Sept. 26
Where: St. Louis Riverfront. 50 S. Leonor K. Sullivan Blvd. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Grace Teofilo
Hilker at grace.teofilo@archpark.org or 314-881-8881.
Register for Gateway Arch Park Foundation
Home Sweet Home
What: Volunteers are needed for our Through the Decades Trivia Night, helping with set-up,
or event management activities such as raffle ticket sales, greeting guests, explaining
auction items, handing out mulligans, and more.
When: Anytime 3 - 9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26
Where: Moolah Shrine Center, 12545 Fee Fee Road (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Maggie Stanley
at 314-448-9838 ext. 112 or maggie.stanley@homesweethomestl.org.
Register for Home Sweet Home - Event Setup
Register for Home Sweet Home - Event Running
Cornerstone Center for Early Learning
What: Volunteers are needed to assist with check-in, checkout, assisting guests, and helping
to keep our event space tidy during our Celebration for Children fundraiser.
When: 4 - 8:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26
Where: Wild Carrot, 3901 Shaw Blvd. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Dani Smith, dsmith@cornerstonecenterstl.org or 314-865-5244 Ext. 134.
Register for Cornerstone Center for Early Learning
St. Louis Children's Hospital Cerebral Palsy Sports Program
What: Volunteers are needed for the annual Tri My Best Adaptive Triathlon, helping with
all aspects of this athletic event for kids with cerebral palsy.
When: Anytime 7 a.m. - Noon, Sunday, Sept. 27
Where: Washington University Sports Complex, 330 Big Bend Blvd. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Julie Grassi or
julie.grassi@bjc.org.
Register for St. Louis Children's Hospital Cerebral Palsy Sports Program
Kids Enjoy Exercise Now (K.E.E.N.)
What: Volunteers are needed to work with children who have developmental disabilities with
various swimming activities and games (staff supervised). Swimming is held in the
leisure pool, so no swimming proficiency is required.
When: Sessions available 5 - 8 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 27
Where: Center of Clayton, 50 Gay Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Elizabeth Novak
at 314-399-9458 or enovak@keenstlouis.org.