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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.

October

Almost Home

What: Volunteers are needed for our Annual Trunk-or-Treat, handing out candy and helping with activities and games for children and their families.
When: Shifts available anytime 3 p.m. - 8 p.m., Friday, October 24
Where: 3200 Vincent Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Satonya Booker at sbooker@almosthomestl.org.     

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Alzheimers Association

What: Volunteers are needed for the St. Louis Hit Cider Hustle 10K and 5K, helping with all aspects of the race.
When: Shifts available anytime 7 a.m. - 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 25
Where: Upper Muny Parking Lot, Summit Dr. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Chase Gammage at chase@allcommunityevents.com.

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Camp Circle Star

What: Volunteers are needed to be a Volunteer Buddy for a camper with a disability at our day camp full of activities, sports and games!
When: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25
Where: Meet at Sam's Club in Des Peres - transportation provided from there (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Renee Eickmeier at Renee@campcirclestar.com or 314-667-4766. 

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City Garden Montessori School

What: Volunteers are needed for our Trunk-or-Treat, a family celebration featuring costumes, treats and activities. Volunteer roles include decorating, games, setup/cleanup, and welcoming families.
When: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25
Where: City Garden School, 4209 Folsom Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for general questions or more information, contact Kitty Nangle Lohrum at kitty@citygardenschool.org or 314-503-8233.

National Kidney Foundation

What: Volunteers are needed for the NKF St. Louis Golf Classic, assisting with course support, auction and program, and more.
When: Shifts available anytime 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28
Where: Whitmoor Country Club, 1100 Whitmoor Drive (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for general questions or more information, contact Steve Viola at 314-961-2828 or steve.viola@kidney.org

Interfaith Partnership of St. Louis

What: Volunteers are needed for the 33rd Annual Interfaith Dinner and Celebration, helping with set up, decorations, check-in, and clean-up.
When: Shifts available anytime Noon - 10 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 28
Where: SLU High School, 4970 Oakland Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Mary Pederson, admin@interfaithstl.org.       

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St. Francis Community Services

What: Volunteers are needed for our Annual Trunk-or-Treat, handing out candy and helping with activities and games for children and their families.
When: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30
Where: 4222 Delor St. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Jazmin Pintor at 314-632-6704 or jpintor@ccstl.org.    

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November

Bailey Youth Enrichment Foundation

What: Volunteers are needed for our Trivia Night and Silent Auction, helping with all aspects of the event.
When: Anytime 4 p.m. - 7 p.m., Saturday, November 1
Where: First Congregational Church,10 W. Lockwood Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for general questions or more information, contact Harold Bailey at 314-456-9838, or byefhb@gmail.com

College Church - Xavier Winter Inn Volunteer Training

What: Volunteers are needed for our Xavier Winter Inn, assisting with an emergency shelter for unhoused individuals in St. Louis whenever the overnight temperature drops below 20 degrees. Help with setting up the shelter, serving meals, and general hospitality. This is for the training session — volunteers are placed on a list to sign up for shifts at any point during the winter as needed.
When: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 6
Where: St. Francis Xavier College Church Ballroom (on campus).
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Anne Osdieck at aosdieck@gmail.com.  

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St. Louis International Film Festival

What: Volunteers are needed for the annual St. Louis International Film Festival at Hi-Pointe and other historic theaters around St. Louis. Assist with check-in, ushering, and more. Food and T-shirt provided, as well as free access to all movies!
When: Any evening from Nov. 6 - 16.
Where: Various locations around St. Louis - See the complete listing 
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Holland States at 314-200-5698 or volunteers@cinemastlouis.org.  

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City Garden Montessori School

What: Volunteers are needed for our Color Brave Series, a facilitated learning on identity, equity, and empathy for our students and families. Volunteer roles include logistics support, greeters, and communications.
When: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Friday, November 7
Where: 4209 Folsom Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Kitty Nangle Lohrum at kitty@citygardenschool.org or 314-503-8233. 

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Camp Circle Star

What: Volunteers are needed to be a Volunteer Buddy for a camper with a disability at our day camp full of activities, sports and games!
When: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Saturday, November 8
Where: Meet at Sam's Club in Des Peres - transportation provided from there (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Renee Eickmeier at Renee@campcirclestar.com or 314-667-4766. 

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NAMI St. Louis

What: Volunteers are needed for our St. Louis Roots of Resilience Gala, helping with guest check-in, silent auction, table hosting, and general support through the evening.
When: Anytime 4 - 11 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8
Where: Ameristar Casino, 1 Ameristar Blvd. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Kennedy Yowell at kyowell@namistl.org or 314-833-7930. 

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Gateway Bleeding Disorders Association

What: Volunteers are needed for our Trivia Night Fundraiser, helping with set-up or scorecard collecting.
When: Either 4 - 6 p.m. (setup) or 7 - 10 p.m. (event), Saturday, Nov. 8
Where: The Pavilion at Lemay, 305 Gregg Road (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Carly Holderle at carly@gatewayhemophilia.org or 636-5575-9075. 

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Girls on the Run

What: Volunteers are needed for the annual Girls on the Run 5K event, with over 4,000 runners in attendance in attendance. Help with set-up, course management, drink stations, activities, cheering, and take-down. Groups are welcome!
When: Shifts available anytime 6 a.m. - Noon, Saturday, Nov. 15
Where: Forest Park Muny Lot (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Liz Mergenthaler at liz@gotrstl.org or 314-246-0489.

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Great Rivers Greenway

What: Volunteers are needed to help Great Rivers Greenway, Forest ReLeaf and City Forestry plant 30 native trees along the St. Vincent Greenway. All tools and supplies provided, no experience needed.
When: 9 a.m. - Noon, Saturday, Nov. 15
Where: Ruth Porter Mall Park - 3825 Cabanne Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Jovany Otero at jotero@grgstl.org or 314-932-4911. 

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Bel-Nor Tree Board

What: Volunteers are needed on the Thanksgiving Day of Service to help plant native trees and shrubs in community parks in the neighborhood of Bel-Nor.
When: 10 a.m. - Noon, Saturday, Nov. 15
Where: Intersection of Horatio Drive and Woodview Court (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for general questions or more information, contact Dan Riley at 314-497-9545 at belnortreeboard@gmail.com

Kindness Begins With Me

What: Volunteers are needed to help with our Trivia Night and Silent Auction, assisting with all aspects of the event.
When: 5 - 10 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 15
Where: Bishop DuBourg High School, 5850 Eichelberger Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Toni Zychinski at toni.zychinski@kindmestl.org or 314-440-2355. 

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Down Syndrome Association

What: Volunteers are needed for our Small Steps Therapy Program, engaging our younger children with Down syndrome in a variety of activities and exercises.
When: 5:30 - 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 20
Where: 1201 Hanley Industrial Court (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: To register, or for general questions or more information, contact Abigail Bosslet at 314-833-7560 or abigail@dsagsl.org.  

Let Me Run

What: Volunteers are needed to help with our 5K run for boys, helping with all aspects of the event.
When: Anytime 7 - 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 22
Where: Creve Coeur Lake, Tremayne Shelter; 13725 Marine Ave. (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Jamie Dresser at jamie@letmerun.org

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Best Buddies and the St. Louis Turkey Trot

What: Volunteers are needed to help with the St. Louis Turkey Trot 5k/10K, benefitting Best Buddies.
When: Anytime 7 - 11 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 27
Where: Upper Muny Parking Lot, Summit Drive (Directions via Google Maps)
Contact: Register below. For general questions or more information, contact Chase Grammage at chase@allcommunityevents.com

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