How to Apply
Registration will open at 7:00 PM on Thursday, August 28th
Step 1: Review the projects available below.
Step 2: Choose a project or two you would be interested in volunteering for. It is always good to have a backup in case your project fills up.
Step 3: Click on the project you would like to register for. You will find the application at the bottom of the project’s page.
Step 4: Once you complete the application, you will receive a confirmation email. Read over the email and note and important information.
Step 5: Fill out the required 2024 Travel Waiver & Hold Harmless Agreement at https://getinvolvedmu.maryville.edu/submitter/form/start/637524. This is REQUIRED for all participants.
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| Agency | Project Description | Time Frame | Team Leader | Volunteer Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LSS Hylton Point II: Music Fun | Volunteers will bring your instrument (e.g., guitar, keyboard, voice). Arrive 15 minutes early to set up and coordinate with fellow performers. Perform for the residents, sharing your musical talents. Residents will enjoy a variety of musical performances. Volunteers will have the opportunity to connect with residents through music. | 10:30am-1:00pm | 0/10 | |
| Maryville University Shuttles: Drivers | Volunteers will shuttle students to and from projects to allow more opportunities for students without transportation of their own. | 8:00am-5:00pm | 0/5 | |
| Maryville University-Kids Rock Cancer: Melodies & Messages | Volunteers will be asked to assemble goodie bags for Kids Rock Cancer participants, make inspirational cards for participants, write 'thank you' notes to Kids Rock Cancer donors, and make inspiring social media posts for the Kids Rock Cancer Facebook page. | 10:00-12:00 | 0/20 | |
| Maryville University-Kids Rock Cancer: Social Media | This project can be completed in person or virtually. Voices of Hope: Kids Rock Cancer Social Advocacy is an exciting initiative that empowers Maryville University student volunteers to become ambassadors for the healing power of music therapy. Through this project, students will create and share engaging social media content that highlights the transformative impact of Kids Rock Cancer. By sharing stories, testimonials, and creative posts, student volunteers will raise awareness about the emotional and therapeutic benefits of music therapy, while encouraging their peers and the broader community to support and advocate for the program. | 08:00-16:00 | 0/200 | |
| Maryville University: Holiday Cards 4 Our Military | Volunteers will create Thank You cards to send to our Troops, Veterans, and military families all around the world. | 09:00-17:00 | 0/20 | |
| Midtown Community Services: Garden Beautification | Volunteers will help in our community garden with clearing the vines/shrubs that grow along the fences, redistributing wood chips along the walking paths, planting perennial flowers for the next year, and planting cover crops on the beds that are no longer growing vegetables. | 09:30-15:00 | 0/12 | |
| Missouri Botanical Garden: North Garden Landscapes | Volunteers will work alongside horticulture staff to provide general maintenance including weeding and mulching. | 09:30-12:00 | 0/20 | |
| Missouri Botanical Garden: South Garden Landscapes | Volunteers will work alongside horticulture staff to provide general maintenance including weeding and mulching. | 09:30-12:00 | Sam Gavic | 1/20 |
| Missouri Botanical Garden: Visitor Center Landscapes | Volunteers will work alongside horticulture staff to provide general maintenance including weeding and mulching. | 09:30-12:00 | 0/20 | |
| Missouri Historical Society: Transcription & Review | Volunteers will look at old documents, transcribe them, and review the transcriptions. Using their devices, students will log onto the website http://fromthepage.com/mohistory/. They will choose from the collection of historical documents. They will read the documents and fill in the online form, transcribing into the library's database. Also, they may choose to review completed transcriptions for accuracy and quality control. | 10:00-23:30 | 0/100 |