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Caring, dedicated volunteers are always needed and welcome. Volunteers help teach skills, supervise events and provide tutoring or they provide critical assistance to office staff by organizing, writing, or helping in other ways. If you have a heart for the children of Niles, we have a place for you! In order to volunteer, please call Annie Heck at 816-241-3448 ext. 115 or fill out and submit the volunteer application.
Due to the vulnerable nature of our children and the need to protect their health and safety, most volunteers at Niles Home are asked to submit background checks and medical exams (such as TB skin tests). Groups and one-time volunteers do not generally need to provide this information. All volunteers must agree to confidentiality provisions to protect the identity of our children.
Immediate Needs
- Piano teacher (beginner levels)
- Vocal Music teacher—Help start a Niles Youth Choir
- Librarian—Help organize books, arrange check out system, identify areas of need.
- Office Support—Help fill any
Group Opportunities
Events and Activities—Plan events off or on campus such as picnics, movies, roller-skating or games, happenings at the Niles Campus. Provide a holiday meal or other fun and social events.
Work Days--Help with maintenance, painting, gardening or other one-time projects.
Individual Opportunities
Life Skills Enrichment Program – Assist our children in developing everyday practical living skills such as cooking/nutrition, health and beauty, relationship building, etiquette, sewing, gardening, banking, money management, time management, resume writing, job preparation shills, smart shopping, transportation, and independent living skills.
Educational Advocacy Program – Assist our children to succeed academically by providing support such as tutoring, homework assistance, reading classes, test preparation, and study groups.
Recreational Sports and Fitness Enrichment – Work with our children to maintain good health and learn skills by teaching sports such as tennis, golf, basketball, karate, yoga or other activities.
Music and Performing Arts Enrichment – Opportunities are available to assist our youth in developing their natural gifts and talents such as singing, playing an instrument, dramatic performers or others.
Event Planners – Help our Resource Development Department plan informational events or parties to promote Niles Home.
Other ideas – If you have your own ideas or suggestions, please contact Annie Heck at aheck@nhc-kc.org or 816-241-3448.