Volunteer Services

The Office of
Volunteer Services
links citizens with opportunities to share their time with city government. The office recruits, places, tracks and recognizes volunteers for their efforts.

Volunteer Programs

Do you enjoy fun, rewarding and new experiences? Then Volunteer Columbia has just the opportunity for you!

Here's how you can volunteer!

The City of Columbia has a number of volunteer opportunities that need volunteers soon! Please contact us at 874-7499 or volunteer@GoColumbiaMo.com if you are interested or would like to learn more:

Semester projects with the Office of Neighborhood Services: We have openings for up to seven students for the fall semester to help with a variety of projects. Read more.
Like to work with children? The Health Department has a need for a Child Care Assistant for Bienestar Familiar, just about a 3-hour monthly commitment. It is helpful if you can speak Spanish, but not a requirement, and it is helpful if volunteers can return monthly if possible. A background check is required. The next event is September 20th! To get signed up, contact our office!
Festival Fun!!! Wednesday, September 15 will be the last Family Fun Fest night for 2011! Numerous volunteers are needed for a variety of fun jobs like helping with children's activities, building a "Box City" and face painting, just to name a few! The events are from 6-8 pm at Flat Branch Park, let us know if you'd like to help with this fun evening!
Hinkson Clean Sweep is Saturday, October 16 from 10am until noon. Join in this event to pick up litter throughout Columbia's streams. This event is suitable for any age and ability as well as for groups and individuals.
Dance instructors are needed for the Sho-Me Sho-Stoppers Hip Hop Dance Club. Find out more!
Volunteer to be a Flag Line Instructor with Parks & Recreation - Community Recreation.
Community Recreation is looking for volunteers to assist with the Welcome to our World Online newspaper. Read more.
Columbia Hospitality Corps seeks volunteers to staff the Lake of the Woods Visitor Center.
Community Recreation is looking for leaders for the "Reflections" Poetry Society and the Double Dutch Jump Roping team.
The 2010 Heritage Festival and Craft Show on September 18 and 19 is a great event to volunteer for! Many opportunities exist to help out so get more information if you're interested!
The Columbia Police Department will offer the Citizen's Police Academy beginning September 7. Participating in the Academy is the first step toward becoming a volunteer with CPD.
Find out about Adopt-A-Spot Beautification beds available for you!

Office of Neighborhood Services

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View our Event Calendar to see the many opportunities for volunteers.

Complete a volunteer application, you can fill it out online, or print out and mail it to us. Our address is Volunteer Programs, City of Columbia, P.O. Box 6015, Columbia, MO 65205.

Office Location Information:
We are located at 3601 S. Providence Road in the Old Fire Station 7 as part of the Office of Neighborhood Services. Our office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Because we have a small staff we recommend calling before you make a trip to our office. We look forward to your visit!

What is Volunteer Columbia?

Volunteer Columbia connects citizens who want to serve with city staff and departments who have opportunities to help! The mission of the City's Volunteer Programs is to provide valuable opportunities to build community while volunteering in city government.

Why Volunteer?

As a volunteer, you become a partner with Volunteer Columbia to implement programs that benefit you, your neighbor and the community as a whole! At the same time you can meet new people, explore new careers, stay active after retirement, or spend quality time with your family. Best yet -- you're helping others and making a difference in your community.

The City offers innovative volunteer opportunities that foster personal growth, development and satisfaction. The City will work to find a volunteer assignment that will fit both the talents and the time you want to share.

If you are interested in other volunteer opportunities with the city, e-mail us at volunteer@GoColumbiaMO.com or call 874-7499. Volunteer opportunities exist in every department and together we'll find the right one for you.

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Volunteer Columbia!

City of Columbia
Office of Neighborhood Services ~ Volunteer Programs
P.O. Box 6015
3601 S. Providence Road
Columbia, MO 65205
573/874-7499
volunteer@gocolumbiamo.com

Updated 8-31-10