SELECT YOUR SUMMER PROJECTS.
To register more than one youth volunteer, adjust the quantity accordingly. Each volunteer must have an individual waiver on file.
YVC Summer T-Shirt 2019
EMPOWER
We believe YVC empowers youth to lift each other up and make a difference in their community!
Every youth receives one free YVC summer T-shirt with registration for summer projects. We ask that youth wear their YVC shirt during all summer projects. If you would like to purchase an extra T-shirt, you can do so for $6. Program directors will give free T-shirts in addition to extra T-shirts purchased to youth on the first day of projects.
Habitat for Humanity Johnson County June 3-6
Project #4: Habitat for Humanity Johnson County
Date: June 3-6
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Cost: $59.00
Age: Youth MUST be 14 years or older for this project.
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
8722 Santa Fe
Overland Park, KS 66212
Project Description:
Volunteers contribute to the success of ReStore by greeting, assisting and answering customer questions about products and materials and communicating the Habitat for Humanity and Habitat ReStore mission. Task can range from assembling furniture, testing appliances, cleaning and organizing the store, maintaining signage, processing blinds or paint, landscaping and assisting the ReStore staff.
Youth must be 14 years or older to attend his project.
Click here to learn more about the organization.
Cross-lines Community Outreach June 10-13
Project #4: Cross-lines Community Outreach
Date: June 10-13
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Cost: $59.00
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
736 Shawnee Ave
Kansas City, KS 66105
Project Description:
"The mission of Cross-Lines is to provide people in the Kansas City area affected by poverty with services and opportunities that encourage self-confidence, meet the needs of today, and provide tools for future self-sufficiency."
This community outreach facility has it all. Youth volunteers will be serving in the community kitchen, thrift store, senior commodities and community garden. Click here to learn about the agency.
SOLD OUT Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City June 24-27
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Project #3: Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City
Date: June 24-27
he project availability.
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
5700 King St, Shawnee KS 66203
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Love working with young children? Spend some time making an impact with Wonderscope Museum of Kansas City doing the following:
Outdoor beautification – pulling weeds, bagging loose limbs, painting flower boxes, exterior painting projects
Indoor organization- sort and organize art and craft supplies, building materials, educational items
Volunteers are needed to help provide a vibrant, orderly and safe environment for children to learn, play and grow. Click here to find our more about the organization.
Upper Room Summer Academic Program
Project #4: Upper Room Summer Academic Program
Project Type: Indoor/Outdoor
Date: June 24-27
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Cost: $59.00
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
Gregg Klice Community Center
1600 John Buck O'Neil Way, Kansas City, MO 64108
Project Description:
The Upper Room Summer Academic Program is an opportunity to improve the educational outcomes of children in the Kansas City community. The Upper Room has a 6-8 week academic & enrichment program for students entering Kindergarten – 8th grade.
Youth Volunteers will help students focus on reading & literacy skills with the help of certified teachers!
Click here to learn more about the organization.
Kansas City Community Kitchen (NourishKC) July 8-11
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Project #4: Kansas City Community Kitchen (NourishKC)
Date: July 8-11
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
750 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64106
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Youth volunteers will spend the week volunteering at KC Community Kitchen to serve the homeless population with meals and conversation, or by working in the kitchen preparing delicious food.
"Nutritious food is a basic need, a human right. It’s the most basic building block for developing strong individuals, families, and communities. Good food nourishes both the body and mind. Without it, people can’t take part in society in a meaningful way. It’s no longer good enough just to fill bellies." Click here to learn more about the agency.
Agricultural Hall of Fame July 15-18
Project #3: Agricultural Hall of Fame
Date: July 15-18
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
630 N 126th St
Bonner Springs, KS 66012
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
"The purpose of the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame is to educate society on the historical and present value of American agriculture and to honor leadership in agribusiness and academia by providing education, information, experience and recognition."
Youth volunteers will assist agrucltural Hall of Fame staff maintain their expasnzie property by helping with gardening, potentially painting, daily clean up tasks and much more.
Click here to learn more about the organization.
Turnstyles Thrift Store (135th Street) July 15-18
Project #4: Turnstyles Thrift Store
Date: July 15-18
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
11310 West 135th Street
Overland Park, KS 66213
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Spend some time for a week lending a hand at TurnStyles Thrift Stores. You volunteers will assist by sorting and hanging the generous clothing donations TurnStyles receive throughout the week.
Youth volunteers will help other families who rely on TurnStyles Thrift Store to clothe their children, as well as themselves. Click here to learn more about the organization.
KC Parks & Rec July 22-25
Project #4: KC Parks & Rec Lakeside Nature Center
Date: July 22-25
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64132
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Friends of Lakeside Nature Center (FOLNC) is a non-profit volunteer organization supporting Lakeside Nature Center. FOLNC has a three-fold mission of
● environmental education
● habitat conservation
● wildlife rehabilitation
This is a must project for any youth that like the outdoors and fun! Youth volunteers will be working at Lakeside Nature Center to assist with their volunteer needs by cleaning trails outside and spending time inside participating in service-learning.
Click here to learn more about the organization.
SOLD OUT Kansas City Community Kitchen (NourishKC) July 22-25
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Project #3: Kansas City Community Kitchen (NourishKC)
Date: July 22-25
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
750 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64106
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Youth volunteers will spend the week volunteering at KC Community Kitchen to serve the homeless population with meals and conversation, or by working in the kitchen preparing delicious food.
"Nutritious food is a basic need, a human right. It’s the most basic building block for developing strong individuals, families, and communities. Good food nourishes both the body and mind. Without it, people can’t take part in society in a meaningful way. It’s no longer good enough just to fill bellies." Click here to learn more about the agency.
Habitat for Humanity Northland July 29-August 1
Project #4: Habitat for Humanity Northland
Date: July 29-August 1
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Cost: $59.00
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
8516 N. Oak Trafficway
Kansas City, MO 64155
Age: Youth MUST be 14 years or older for this project.
Project Description:
"Volunteers contribute to the success of ReStore by greeting, assisting and answering customer questions about products and materials and communicating the Habitat for Humanity and Habitat ReStore mission. Task can range from assembling furniture, testing appliances, cleaning and organizing the store, maintaining signage, processing blinds or paint, landscaping and assisting the ReStore staff."
Youth must be 14 years or older to attend his project.
Click here to learn more about the organization.
SOLD OUT YMCA Day Camp June 17-20
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Project #3: Crestview Elementary
YMCA Day Camp
Date: June 17-20
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
6101 Craig Road
Merriam, KS 66202
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Have you thought about working with young children in the future? This could be the project for you! Youth volunteers will assist YMCA Camp Counselors with crafts, games and other activities for their themed camp "Discovery".
This project will assist young children in opening new worlds and possibilities as campers are encouraged to be active and observant through a variety of experiments, games and activities. Click here to learn more about the organization.
Farm School at Gibbs Road June 17-20
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Project #2: KC Farm School at Gibbs Road
Date: June 17-20
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
4223 Gibbs Road
Kansas City, Kansas
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Plan a work-the-farm week with other youth volunteers to get an experience on what it’s like to be an urban grower! KC Farm School at Gibbs Road empowers individuals through farming, hands-on experiences and vocational education to connect them to the land, food, themselves and their communities.
Youth volunteers will learn skills on growing organic fruits and vegetables that feed the community. Activities could involve planting potatoes, making compost, gardening and more! Click here to learn more about the organization.
SOLD OUT Clement Waters Construction June 3-6
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Project #1: Clement Waters Construction
Date: June 3-6
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
7100 Norton Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64132
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Environmental action/advocacy nonprofit Clement Waters Retreat is inviting Youth Volunteer Corps onto its privately managed urban food forest and public walking trails to build an exciting new project—an off-grid home.
Using eco-friendly methods, youth volunteers will learn from professionals how to build a home from the ground up. Each week's skill focus will be different from the last, and the build will last all summer, so sign up now to make sure you're part of the action! Click here to learn more about the organization.
SOLD OUT Clement Waters Construction June 10-13
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Project #1: Clement Waters Construction
Dates: June 10-13
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
7100 Norton Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64132
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Environmental action/advocacy nonprofit Clement Waters Retreat is inviting Youth Volunteer Corps onto its privately managed urban food forest and public walking trails to build an exciting new project—an off-grid home.
Using eco-friendly methods, youth volunteers will learn from professionals how to build a home from the ground up. Each week's skill focus will be different from the last, and the build will last all summer, so sign up now to make sure you're part of the action! Click here to learn about the organization.
SOLD OUT Clement Waters Construction June 17-20
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Project #1: Clement Waters Construction
Dates: June 17-20
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
7100 Norton Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64132
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Environmental action/advocacy nonprofit Clement Waters Retreat is inviting Youth Volunteer Corps onto its privately managed urban food forest and public walking trails to build an exciting new project—an off-grid home.
Using eco-friendly methods, youth volunteers will learn from professionals how to build a home from the ground up. Each week's skill focus will be different from the last, and the build will last all summer, so sign up now to make sure you're part of the action! Click here to learn about the organization.
Clement Waters Construction June 24-27
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Project #1: Clement Waters Construction
Dates: June 24-27
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Drop-off/Pick-Up Location:
7100 Norton Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64132
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Environmental action/advocacy nonprofit Clement Waters Retreat is inviting Youth Volunteer Corps onto its privately managed urban food forest and public walking trails to build an exciting new project—an off-grid home.
Using eco-friendly methods, youth volunteers will learn from professionals how to build a home from the ground up. Each week's skill focus will be different from the last, and the build will last all summer, so sign up now to make sure you're part of the action! Click here to learn about the organization.
Clement Waters Construction July 8-11
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Project #1: Clement Waters Construction
Dates: July 8-11
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Drop-off/Pick-Up Location:
7100 Norton Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64132
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Environmental action/advocacy nonprofit Clement Waters Retreat is inviting Youth Volunteer Corps onto its privately managed urban food forest and public walking trails to build an exciting new project—an off-grid home.
Using eco-friendly methods, youth volunteers will learn from professionals how to build a home from the ground up. Each week's skill focus will be different from the last, and the build will last all summer, so sign up now to make sure you're part of the action! Click here to learn about the organization.
Clement Waters Construction July 15-18
Project #1: Clement Waters Construction
Dates: July 15-18
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Drop-off/Pick-Up Location:
7100 Norton Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64132
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Environmental action/advocacy nonprofit Clement Waters Retreat is inviting Youth Volunteer Corps onto its privately managed urban food forest and public walking trails to build an exciting new project—an off-grid home.
Using eco-friendly methods, youth volunteers will learn from professionals how to build a home from the ground up. Each week's skill focus will be different from the last, and the build will last all summer, so sign up now to make sure you're part of the action! Click here to learn about the organization.
Clement Waters Construction July 22-25
Project: Clement Waters Construction
Date: July 22-25
Time: 9am-3pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
7100 Norton Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64132
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Environmental action/advocacy nonprofit Clement Waters Retreat is inviting Youth Volunteer Corps onto its privately managed urban food forest and public walking trails to build an exciting new project—an off-grid home.
Using eco-friendly methods, youth volunteers will learn from professionals how to build a home from the ground up. Each week's skill focus will be different from the last, and the build will last all summer, so sign up now to make sure you're part of the action! Click here to learn more about the organization.
Clement Waters Construction July 29-August 1
Project #1: Clement Waters Construction
Dates: July 29-August 1
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Drop-off/Pick-Up Location:
7100 Norton Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64132
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Environmental action/advocacy nonprofit Clement Waters Retreat is inviting Youth Volunteer Corps onto its privately managed urban food forest and public walking trails to build an exciting new project—an off-grid home.
Using eco-friendly methods, youth volunteers will learn from professionals how to build a home from the ground up. Each week's skill focus will be different from the last, and the build will last all summer, so sign up now to make sure you're part of the action! Click here to learn about the organization.
SOLD OUT Watkins Mill State Park June 3-6
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Project #2: Watkins Mill State Park
Date: June 3-6
Drop-off Time: 7:30am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Cost: $59.00
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
1025 Jefferson Street
Kansas City, MO 64105
Project Description:
The park is located in Lawson, MO and is going to be filled with work AND fun activities all week. Youth volunteers will assist the park in cutting trees, working in the garden, cleaning trails for families to camp out and more. Bus transportation is provided. Drop-off will be at Youth Volunteer Corps Headquarters located 1025 Jefferson Street, Kansas City, MO 64105.
Extra activities available at the park could include swimming, hiking, tour of the house, tour of the mill, work in an heirloom garden, fishing, kayaking, and nature/history programs. The park needs help working on trails and painting. Click here to learn more about the organization.
SOLD OUT TurnStyles Thrift Store June 3-6
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Project #3: TurnStyles Thrift Store
Date: June 3-6
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
9750 W. 87th Street
Overland Park, KS
Cost: $59.00
Spend some time for a week lending a hand at TurnStyles Thrift Stores. Youth volunteers will assist by sorting and hanging the generous clothing donations TurnStyles receive throughout the week.
Youth volunteers will help other families who rely on TurnStyles thrift store to clothe their children, as well as themselves. Click here to learn more about the organization.
TurnStyles Thrift Store July 8-11
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Project #2: Turnstyles Thrift Store
Date: July 8-11
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
9750 W. 87th Street
Overland Park, KS
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Spend some time for a week lending a hand at TurnStyles Thrift Stores. You volunteers will assist by sorting and hanging the generous clothing donations TurnStyles receive throughout the week.
Youth volunteers will help other families who rely on TurnStyles Thrift Store to clothe their children, as well as themselves. Click here to learn more about the organization.
Farm School at Gibbs Road June 24-27
Project #2: KC Farm School at Gibbs Road
Date: June 24-27
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
4223 Gibbs Road
Kansas City, Kansas
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Plan a work-the-farm week with other youth volunteers to get an experience on what it’s like to be an urban grower! KC Farm School at Gibbs Road empowers individuals through farming, hands-on experiences and vocational education to connect them to the land, food, themselves and their communities.
Youth volunteers will learn skills on growing organic fruits and vegetables that feed the community. Activities could involve planting potatoes, making compost, planting a garden and more! Click here to learn more about the organization.
Farm School at Gibbs Road July 22-25
Project: KC Farm School at Gibbs Road
Date: July 22-25
Time: 9am-3pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
4223 Gibbs Road
Kansas City, Kansas
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Plan a work the farm week with other youth volunteers to get an experience on what it’s like to be an urban grower! KC Farm School at Gibbs Road empowers individuals through on farm, hands on experiences and vocational education connecting them to the land, food, themselves and their communities.
Youth volunteers will learn skills on growing organic fruits and vegetables that feed the community. Weeks could involve planting potatoes, making compost, planting a garden and more! Click here to learn more about the organization.
SOLD OUT Overland Park Arboretum June 10-13
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Project #2: Overland Park Arboretum
Date: June 10-13
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
8909 W 179th St
Bucyrus, KS 66013
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
"The Arboretum depends on volunteers to be the beautiful destination it has become in metropolitan Kansas City. There are a variety of options available to potential volunteers."
Volunteering at the Overland Park Arboretum is an amazing opportunity to help maintain this beautiful park. Youth volunteers will be weeding, clearing grass, potentially setting up for events, and planting new flowers! Click here to learn about the agency.
Overland Park Arboretum July 8-11
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Project #3: Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical gardens
Dates: July 8-11
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
8909 W 179th St
Bucyrus, KS 66013
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
The Arboretum depends on volunteers to be the beautiful destination it has become in metropolitan Kansas City. There are a variety of options available to potential volunteers.
Volunteering at the Overland Park Arboretum is an amazing opportunity to help maintain this beautiful park. Youth volunteers will be weeding, mulching, assisting with trail maintenance and setting up for OP’s “Hot Summer Days Event” that occurs on Friday. Click here to learn about the agency.
KC Parks & Rec July 15-18
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Project #2: KC Parks & Rec Lakeside Nature Center
Date: July 15-18
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64132
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Lakeside Nature Center is an incredible place to enjoy learning about local native wildlife, including birds of prey, snakes, amphibians, turtles, fish, and invertebrates.
Youth volunteers will be working at Lakeside Nature Center to assist with their volunteer needs and engage in environmental activities. Click here to learn more about the organization.
KC Parks & Rec July 29-August 1
Project: KC Parks & Rec Lakeside Nature Center Week 8
Date: July 29-August 1
Time: 9am-3pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
4701 E Gregory Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64132
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
This is a must project for any youth that likes the outdoors and fun! Youth volunteers will be working at Lakeside Nature Center to assist with their volunteer needs. Click here to learn more about the organization.
Kansas City Kansas Community College June 10-13
Project #3: Kansas City Kansas Community College
Date: June 10-13
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Cost: $59.00
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
7250 State Ave
Kansas City, KS 66112
Project Description:
Join us for a 4-day crash course into the college student life! This experience will occur at one of the most diverse college campuses in the entire state of Kansas, right in the heart of Wyandotte County. Activities throughout the week will range from college success planning, arts and culture, and most importantly service-based projects that will help promote higher education and a commitment to lifelong learning.
Kansas City Community Kitchen (NourishKC) June 17-20
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Project #4: Kansas City Community Kitchen (NourishKC)
Date: June 17-20
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
750 Paseo Blvd
Kansas City, MO 64106
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Youth volunteers will spend the week volunteering at KC Community Kitchen to serve the homeless population with meals and conversation, or by working in the kitchen preparing delicious food.
"Nutritious food is a basic need, a human right. It’s the most basic building block for developing strong individuals, families, and communities. Good food nourishes both the body and mind. Without it, people can’t take part in society in a meaningful way. It’s no longer good enough just to fill bellies." Click here to learn more about the agency.
SOLD OUT TurnStyles Thrift Store July 29-August 1
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Project #3: Turnstyles Thrift Store
Date: July 29-August 1
Drop-off Time: 9:00am
Pick-up Time: 3:00pm
Pick-up/Drop-off Location:
9750 W. 87th Street
Overland Park, KS
Cost: $59.00
Project Description:
Spend some time for a week lending a hand at TurnStyles Thrift Stores. You volunteers will assist by sorting and hanging the generous clothing donations TurnStyles receive throughout the week.
Youth volunteers will help other families who rely on TurnStyles Thrift Store to clothe their children, as well as themselves. Click here to learn more about the organization.