SLU Community Partners Database

ALIVE provides counseling, emergency sanctuary, and other critical services to adults and children who have been impacted by domestic abuse. ALIVE seeks to increase awareness in order to create a supportive community.

- Crisis Line Volunteer: Assists with answering crisis line phones. Requires 40-50 hours of training – included crisis intervention skills, agency requirements and policies, Intimate Partner Violence dynamics and more. A commitment of 6-10 hours weekly is desired.

- Office Volunteer: clerical work, organizing donations, support development activities. No time commitment and flexible hours are available.

7 days a week, anytime 7am - 7 p.m.

- Application

- Background check if working directly with clients (no cost)

- Training Session of 40 hours for Crisis Line Volunteer

Almost Home provides transitional housing to teenage mothers and their children who are homeless so they have the skills they need to become productive members of society.

- Child Care Volunteer: Almost Home offers weekly and monthly childcare opportunities for volunteers interested in working with children in a childcare setting. As a part of small group of volunteers, you will play, teach, and care for kids (between the ages of 6 months and 8 years old) while their moms attend life-skills class onsite. The position has flexible commitment requirements and can accommodate personal schedules including single monthly shifts. Hours for childcare are consistent throughout the year except during holidays and special events.

- Front Desk Assistant: Almost Home offers daily volunteer opportunities for volunteers interested in working at our front desk. The Front Desk volunteer is responsible for answering phones, welcoming guests, distributing collateral, assisting members, and regulating entrance to the building.

- Meal Preparation: Prepare meals for moms and their children.

- Tutoring/Life Skills: Help our residents with like skill development, school work, studying, resume building, job applications, etc.

- Case Management Assistant: Help with case management, resident follow up, benefit applications, employment/housing searches, etc.

- Child Care Volunteer: Monday 12:30pm-4:00pm; Tuesday 9:00am-12:00pm; Wednesday 12:30pm-4:00pm; Thursday 12:30pm-4:00pm

- Front Desk Assistant:: Any day Mondays-Friday, anytime 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

- Meal Preparation: Late afternoons any day of the week

- Tutoring/Life Skills: Days and times flexible and up to volunteer

- Case Management Assistant: Any day Mondays-Friday, anytime 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

- Application

- Background Check (no cost)

- 1 hr. Training Session

Founded in 1988, Community Women Against Hardship. Inc. (CWAH) is a volunteer organization dedicated to providing programs and basic services to improve the quality of life for women and children struggling with poverty issues. CWAH assesses the most critical needs of each family and then provides the resources to address those needs, whether it be for food, clothing, emergency shelter, transitional housing, workshops to improve parent and youth relationships, health and nutritional outreach, and/or educational programs to enhance academic achievement and employability.

- Client Volunteer: Help families receive assistance with clothing, warehouse items, computer work, and more.

- Reading Volunteer: Read books from our library to youth while their mothers engage in education activities, pantry shopping, etc..

- Pantry Volunteer: Stock groceries in our pantry, other items as needed.

- Boutique Volunteer: Sort and organize jewelry and clothing in our boutique store.

- Client Volunteer: Any day Monday thru Saturday, anytime 11am-5pm.

- Reading Volunteer: Saturday anytime 11am-5pm.

- Pantry Volunteer: Any day Monday thru Saturday, anytime 11am-5pm.

- Boutique Volunteer: Any day Monday thru Saturday, anytime 11am-5pm.

- Application

- Background Check

- Orientation Session (1 hr.)

Diamond Diva Empowerment Foundation (2DEF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating, strengthening, and empowering women and children affected by domestic violence and various socio-economic conditions. Our purpose is to be a necessary resource to women and children; primarily focusing on those who have experienced the effects of domestic violence. We will accomplish this by aiding them to rebuild from the inside out and to reevaluate themselves. Through our program women are able to freely walk a journey of life, truly recovered and healed from domestic violence and other socioeconomic struggles.

- Case Management Assistant: Student will assist with creating and completing a files for daily client management and auditing purpose. Will work with client referrals and resources.

Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

- Application

- Orientation

Gateway Homeless Services provides safe, secure and nurturing shelter services that empower homeless women children and families to move into transitional and independent housing.

- Kitchen Aid: Volunteer to help our primary kitchen workers to prepare meals.

- Child Care: Parents attend career development classes and volunteers are needed to play with roughly 30 children.

- Intake Volunteer: Assist staff with the client intake process.

- Donation/Store Organization: Volunteers maintain a store of household items for families. Clients earn Gateway Bucks to spend at the store. Volunteers help with restocking and organizing shelves and labeling prices.

- Kitchen Aid: Any day of the week either 11 a.m.-1 p.m. or 4 p.m.-6 p.m.

- Child Care: Saturday (9-11:30 a.m.) and Thursday (6-8 p.m.)

- Intake Volunteer: Mondays - Fridays, 8:30 a.m.-5

- Donation/Store Organization: Mondays - Fridays, 8:30 a.m.-5

- Orientation

- Background Check (if working with children)

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.

COVID Opportunities:

- Assembly of packets to be delivered to Girl Scouts' homes that will compliment our new live programming.

Thursdays anytime 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

None

Girls in the Know's (GITK) Mission is to empower girls to embrace a strong sense of self with a vision that every girl will know - I AM ENOUGH!

- Facilitator: Volunteer 1 - 1.5 hours facilitating/supporting girls in the know workshop alongside speaker. Typically takes place in school classrooms.

- Data Entry: Enter data from surveys of participants.

- Program Volunteer: Assist In community events as needed. ie: registration, directing and assisting girls, survey input.

Days and times up to volunteer.

- Background Check

- COVID-19 Vaccine

- Training

We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.

- Assistant Coach: Facilitate the Girls on the Run programming at a school or park in our territory. Coaches are needed to help with the program once or twice a week for 75-90 minute practices during the 8 week season. Practice times vary by site.

- Girls on the Run Office Volunteer: Throughout the year, volunteers are needed to support projects in our office. Projects vary, but may include supply bin prep, 5K prep, curriculum review, data entry, and more.

- Assistant Coach: September - November or February - May, twice a week after school typically between 3 - 5 p.m.

- Office Volunteer: Generally Mondays thru Fridays, 8am - 5pm.

- Background Check

- Application

- Training (optional)

The Grace and Peace Winter Shelter has been offering temporary, overnight shelter during the colder months to homeless women of St. Louis since 1986.

Volunteers needed to cook and serve meals to homeless women staying at the shelter. Overnight volunteers also needed to assist staff member in overseeing shelter, helping with intake, clean-up, laundry, etc.

Any day of the week, 6 p.m.-9 p.m.. Overnight volunteer works from 6 p.m.-6am. Shelter only open from November thru March.

- Orientation

Serving women who are young, pregnant and homeless, The Haven of Grace provides a safe, nurturing home, educational programs and long-term support for mother and child. Founded in faith, we instill hope, dignity and the pride of independence, one family at a time.

- Childcare Volunteer: The Child Care Assistant provides babysitting in The Haven’s playroom or playgrounds, allowing the mothers to attend classes in the classroom and giving the mothers respite during non-class times.

- Front Desk Volunteer: The Receptionist works with members of The Haven of Grace staff in answering phone calls, greeting visitors, and maintaining safety through screening all visitors. (Must be willing to commit to 4 weeks at a time) Timing is flexible, can be from 1-4 p.m. or 2-5 p.m. if necessary.

- Childcare Volunteer: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

- Front Desk Volunteer: Mondays-Fridays, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

- Application

- Background Check

- Orientation, 1 hr.

Hawthorn Leadership School for Girls provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment that enables young women from diverse backgrounds to achieve academic success in a college preparatory program and to become leaders in their communities and professions.

- General Classroom Volunteer: Volunteer will assist in the classroom as directed by the teacher. This could include working with students, preparing classroom materials, putting up bulletin boards, facilitating classroom projects, etc.

- Hawthorn Reader: Volunteer will read one on one with a middle school student during their independent reading time, and implement reading interventions with students as necessary.

- Voyager Math Tutor: Volunteer will tutor small groups of middle school students on specific math skills to help get the students performing on grade level. Some level of math experience is required and comfortability in small group behavior management.

- Library Volunteer: Volunteer will work in the library labeling books, taking inventory, assisting students to find books, organizing and rearranging books and other items. An additional training is required for all library volunteers.

- General Classroom Volunteer: One day a week from 8 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

- Hawthorn Reader: Any day of the week, anytime 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

- Voyager Math Tutor: Any day of the week, anytime 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

- Library Volunteer: Any day of the week, anytime 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

- Application

- Background Check

IRWP’s mission is to increase the independence and reduce the isolation of immigrant and refugee women by teaching them basic English and practical living skills in the security of their own homes.

Volunteer Teacher: Meet for two one-hour sessions per week with an English learner to tutor in English. We pair you with a student based on your schedule and location in St. Louis. No foreign language experience needed. We provide all training and materials. Minimum one year commitment for continuation of learning for the student. Support immigrants in our community by volunteering to tutor English! Can be done virtually or in person.

Hours and days up to schedule of volunteer - any day, any time. Will work around student's available times if potential student exists for that schedule.

- Application

- Background Check

- Orientation

Offer safe shelter and support services to promote the healing of women and their children suffering the trauma of intimate partner violence.

Shelter Office Aide: Provide support to front desk by answering phones, providing assistance to Crisis Line workers, and assisting case managers as needed.

Hours and days are flexible. All days and times have availability.

- Application

- Criminal background check (at no cost)

- Training Session

To advocate for and assist women in the criminal justice system to support their successful transition to family and community.

Life Skills Class Facilitator: We are seeking passionate and knowledgeable volunteers to lead life skills classes or series of classes. Topics can vary and should align with the volunteer's skills, expertise, or passions. Whether you have experience in financial literacy, job readiness, wellness, parenting, or any other valuable life skill, your contribution can make a significant impact on the lives of our participants.

Boutique Volunteer: We are seeking compassionate and organized boutique volunteers to help with the daily operations of our no-cost participant boutique. Sort through donations, manage inventory, and interact respectfully and compassionately with program participants who shop in the boutique, and coordinate other boutique volunteers.

Remote opportunities include:

- Research Assistant: We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Research Assistant to assist with researching best practices for programming and operations. The ideal candidate will provide summaries and reports based on their findings, which will help us enhance our services and improve outcomes for our participants.

- Data Management: We are seeking a detail-oriented and tech-savvy Data Management Assistant to help with entering data, researching data, and creating data reports. The ideal candidate will ensure our data is accurate, organized, and accessible, supporting our efforts to improve program outcomes and service delivery.

Generally anytime 9a.m. - 5p.m., Mondays-Fridays. For Life Skills, up to schedule of volunteer and clients.

- Application

- Criminal Background Check (if working with clients)

- Orientation (1-2 hours)

Our organization provides support to newly arrived refugees and immigrants in the Greater St. Louis Area. Our goal is to serve these families by helping them connect with each other and the greater Saint Louis community.

- Women's Social: Help our mothers with English and other skill-building classes, and play with children, do crafts, etc.

- English Classes: Assist with our conversational English classes for everyone in the family.

- Driver's Education: Help refugees learn how to drive a car, or practice for their license exam.

- Women's Social: Mondays, 9:30am-12:30pm

- English Classes: Thursdays, 6:30pm-9pm

- Driver's Education: Saturday mornings

- Application

- Background Check

- Orientation

Lydia's House works in faith to end domestic violence by being a place of healing and a voice of hope for abused women and their children.

- After-School Program: Tutoring and mentoring school age children throughout school year. Orientation and some training required (offered every other month).

Mondays - Thursdays, 4 p.m.-6 p.m.

- Application

- Background Check

- Orientation Session

Marian Middle School (MMS), a non-profit 501(c)3, located in the City of St. Louis, is committed to breaking the cycle of poverty by fostering the spiritual, academic, social, moral, emotional and physical development of adolescent girls of all racial, religious and ethnic backgrounds in preparation for college preparatory high schools. Our alternative education model incorporates three separate but interrelated programs: a middle school program with extended after-school hours and an extended school year; a mandatory Enrichment Program for students focused on health and wellness; and a Graduate Support Program providing academic support and financial assistance to alumnae.

- In-School Tutor: Provide tutoring help for students during the class day; work one-on-one or in small groups with students pulled out of classes for extra assistance.

- After-School Tutor: Provide tutoring help for students during study hall and extra study hall times; work one-on-one or in small groups with students who need extra help.

- Enrichment Program Assistant: Provide assistance for a variety of co-curricular activities, including sports, dance, yoga, fitness, art, drama.

- In-School Tutor: Monday--Friday 8:00 am--3 p.m.

- After-School Tutor: Monday--Thursday 3 p.m.--5 p.m.

- Enrichment Program Assistant: Monday--Thursday 4 p.m.--5:30 p.m.

- Background Check (at no cost)

- Orientation

Newborns in Need, Inc. (NIN) is a 501(c)3 charity organized to take care of sick and needy babies. NIN volunteers provide care necessities to local agencies and hospitals serving premature, ill or impoverished newborns. Newborns In Need distributes items free of charge regardless of race, religion or birth circumstances. Founded upon Christian principles, “NIN” has provided essential items without charge to those in need since 1992.

- Chapter Volunteer: Attend work meetings, where volunteers knit, sew, crochet, and quilt, or have a speaker

- Sundays, 1-4 p.m. and Wednesdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m.. Meetings are held at Autumn View Gardens, 11210 Schuetz Road.

- Application

Our Lady's Inn provides pregnant women and their children shelter and hope for a new life through humble acts of love.

- Child Care: Assist with caring for children of mothers staying at the home.

- Meal Volunteer: Cook and serve lunch or dinner to the mothers and their children.

- Thrift Store Volunteer: Work in our thrift store merchandising, tagging and hanging clothing.

- Child Care: Mondays thru Thursdays, frome 6-8:30 p.m.

- Meal Volunteer: Sunday-Thursday anytime 10:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

- Thrift Store Volunteer: Tuesday-Saturday anytime 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

- Application

- Background Check (at no cost)

- Orientation

Queen of Peace Center provides family-centered care for women with substance-use disorders, their families, and at-risk youth through treatment, prevention and education and housing

- Day Care volunteers to assist teachers with kids ages birth - Pre-K.

- Reading tutors for children

- Reading tutors for adults

- Group facilitators for recreation, art, music appreciation and health issues

- Days and time vary; flexible and up to schedule of volunteer!

- Day Care volunteers especially needed Mon-Fri mornings, 7:30 a.m.-10 a.m.

- Application

- Background Check

- Training

Sponsored by the Sisters of Divine Providence, Room at the Inn provides emergency shelter and a stabilizing support system to women and families in need in St. Louis County, using a collaborative, interfaith effort of congregations and organizations throughout the St. Louis Region.

- Child Care Volunteers: Volunteers would plan and help supervise recreational activities for groups/individuals by using arts and crafts, videos, board games and the playground.

- Site Volunteers: Volunteers would assist with cleaning and sanitizing various areas of the shelter, sort donations, stock shelving, loading and unloading.

- Mentors: Volunteers would act as role models, provide emotional, social, and physical support, and assist clients in his/her effort to reach a specific goal.

All opportunities are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

- Background check if working with children

- Orientation

Through a vibrant Catholic education, we cultivate the individuality, faith, talent, and aspirations of young women who will lead and serve the world.

- Tutor: Assist our students with their homework during our after-school program.

Mondays-Thursdays, 3:00 - 5 p.m.

- Background Check

- Prevent and Protect Training

To break the cycle of violence in the lives of battered women and their children.

- Childcare and Tutoring: To provide childcare for a resident who is currently staying in the shelter. To provide tutoring services to a current resident or their child/children.

- Donation Management Volunteer: Sorting/organizing, putting away all types of donations. Cleaning and arranging closets. Listing donation items. Picking up donations.

- Clerical/General Support Volunteer: Duties include filing, designing forms and signs, photocopying, data entry, shredding, and general office work.

Undisclosed location, for privacy

Up to schedule of volunteer - any day of the week, generally in 2 hour blocks.

- Application

- Background Check

- Training Session

We provide crisis intervention, counseling, and other supportive services for battered women, rape victims, and adult survivors of childhood sexual assault. In addition, we provide education about dating violence and sexual assault.

Crisis Hotline: Volunteers can assist with the 24-hour crisis hotline, or assist with a variety of tasks around the office.

Office and Maintenance Projects: Sprucing up a survivors gardem raking leaves, planting flowers; Create crisis line binders.

24 hours a day, 7 days a week - flexible and up to schedule of volunteer.

- Application, as well as extensive training is required (crisis hotline only)

- Minimum of 1 year Commitment (crisis hotline only)

To provide transitional housing, career guidance and wellness services to female veterans allowing them the opportunity to become successful and enjoy life.

- Healing and Meditation Garden Volunteer: Assist in the garden with other volunteers to create and sustain a community Healing and Meditation Garden.

- Social Media Volunteer: Utilize a variety of social media platforms to help get the word out about our organization, its programs and services, etc.

- development Volunteer: Assist with a variety of fundraising activities and events, as well as with grant-writing.

Very flexible - days and times up to schedule of volunteer.

- Resume

- Orientation

Our mission is to heal the spirit, build confidence, and educate those in need so that they may provide a better life for themselves and their children.

ESL Volunteer: The Women In Charge's ESL Program is in need of dedicated individuals in the St. Louis/St. Charles area who are passionate about helping adult immigrants and refugees improve their English language skills and achieve their goals. Teaching experience is a plus, but not required. The classes can be at our office in University City or at a public library/restaurant.

We have flexible schedules and ask for at least one session (60 to 90 minutes) commitment per week, based on your availability and preference.

- Application

- Background Check

- Training Session

The Women’s Safe House provides safe shelter and transitional living services to battered women and their dependent children. Through our services, we work to empower women to make informed choices about their future.

- Child Care: Any day Monday - Friday from either 3:00 - 5 p.m. or 6:00 - 7:30 p.m..

- Application

- Criminal background check (at no cost)

- Orientation

- Domestic Violence Training (depending on role)

The YWCA of Metropolitan St. Louis, an association of women from diverse backgrounds and faiths, is committed to strengthening our community through the social and economic empowerment of women, the development of youth and the elimination of racism.

Volunteers are needed to work in a variety of areas: Early Childhood Head Start, Transitional Housing Program, Women's Resource Center, Racial Justice and more!

Sexual Assault Response Team: Assist YWCA with the SART program, which provides immediate, in-person 24-hour crisis intervention to victims of sexual assault at hospitals throughout the St. Louis region. Training provided. Contact Casey Anderson, 314-645-4848 or caanderson@ywcastlouis.org

On campus but *SART Volunteers travel to various hospitals around St. Louis to be with victims.

Days and times vary

- Application

- Background Check