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Volunteer With Us!

We have many different opportunities available that require as little time as a few hours each month. Schedules are flexible and are determined by the volunteer and individual they are serving or program they are volunteering with. We accept both individuals and groups! 

Individual volunteers must complete an application form, register with MO Family Care Safety Registry (MOFCSR) and receive a clear background screen, then attend an orientation with the Volunteer Coordinator. 
Check Your MO FCSR Status
Internships: We have a variety of internships available that can be tailored to fit the interests of the students. 
Friendly Visiting: Volunteers meet regularly with a senior or person with disabilities to help with socialization and alleviate feelings of isolation. Volunteers and clients often speak over the phone or in-person and if the volunteer has reliable transportation, they take outing to parks, movies, share a meal, and other local activities. 
Grocery Shopping and Food Delivery: Volunteers pick up the items at the grocery store or food pantries and deliver to the seniors on a regular basis. Volunteers may assist with transportation, shopping, and unloading upon return. 
Yard Clean Up: One-time projects that help keep homes safe, improve accessibility, and make sure homes are adhering to city code. Projects can include lawn mowing, leaf clean up, snow removal, flower bed clean up, and more. 
Group Projects: Please contact us to find a good fit for your group!
Volunteer Form

Project Interest (Check all that apply or add your own idea in the comments!)

Active & Aging Volunteers

Friday, September 13th, 8am - 2pm
Active & Aging Health & Resource Fair is our annual event and fundraiser. We are looking for 5-10 volunteers to help us out with the event by setting up tables, helping vendors find where they're supposed to go, checking in guests, and any other thing that someone might need help with. We would primarily need help from 8am - 10am and 1pm - 2pm for setup and clean up. 

Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities

If you are interested in a specific volunteer opportunity, please fill out the form above and use additional info to tell us how you'd like to participate. We need you!
Individual volunteers must complete an application, have a clear background screen, and attend an orientation.
We also have internship opportunities! Check out our jobspage for active internships. 
December 5, 2024

  • Best Buddies Mizzou Holiday Party!

    December 5, 2024  12:00 am - 2:00 am
    Stotler Lounge In Memorial Union 518 Hitt St, Columbia, MO 65211, United States

    When: Wednesday, December 4th 
    Time: 6-8pm 
    Where: Memorial Student Union

    See more details

December 10, 2024

  • SIL Virtual Volunteer Info Session

    December 10, 2024  4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
    Zoom

    SIL's Virtual Volunteer Info Session is a 30 minute time commitment to learn about Services for Independent Living in Columbia and ask us all your questions! 

    When: Dec 10, 2024 10:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
    Register in advance for this meeting:
    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkf-2hqz8sHtIk6Y3_8qsAEjFOR0T6zoAL
    After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

    This info session is perfect for community members and students interested in volunteering with Services for Independent Living in any capacity. We will provide the Volunteer Application Form at the conclusion on the info session. If you've already completed your Volunteer Application Form, please register and plan to attend virtual info session.

    See more details

December 13, 2024

  • Volunteer at Game Night at SIL Columbia

    December 13, 2024  9:30 pm - 11:00 pm
    Services for Independent Living, 1905 W. Ash Street, Columbia, Mo 65203

    We always look forward to volunteer support from to help facilitate these creative activities with community members.
    *All volunteers must attend a 30 minute SIL Virtual Volunteer Info Session offered twice monthly  over Zoom and complete the SIL Volunteer Application Form.*
    To get started, contact SIL Volunteer Coordinator, Nicole Crespi, at ncrespi@sil.org.

    A monthly opportunity is to support SIL community programming, like our Game Night: Every 2nd Friday, join us for board games, card games, video games, and more. Everyone is welcome!

    See more details

December 19, 2024

  • SIL Virtual Volunteer Info Session

    December 19, 2024  6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    Zoom

    SIL's Virtual Volunteer Info Session is a 30 minute time commitment to learn about Services for Independent Living in Columbia and ask us all your questions! 

    When: Dec 19, 2024 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
    Register in advance for this meeting:
    https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrfumgrz4uHtGt-vkPV8B5sdbQfaXxwSEz
    After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

    This info session is perfect for community members and students interested in volunteering with Services for Independent Living in any capacity. We will provide the Volunteer Application Form at the conclusion on the info session. If you've already completed your Volunteer Application Form, please register and plan to attend virtual info session.

    See more details

December 20, 2024

  • Volunteer at Movie Night at SIL Columbia

    December 20, 2024  9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
    Services for Independent Living, 1905 W. Ash Street, Columbia, Mo 65203

    We always look forward to volunteer support from to help facilitate these creative activities with community members.
    *All volunteers must attend a 30 minute SIL Virtual Volunteer Info Session offered twice monthly  over Zoom and complete the SIL Volunteer Application Form.*
    To get started, contact SIL Volunteer Coordinator, Nicole Crespi, at ncrespi@sil.org.

    A monthly opportunity is to support SIL community programming, like our Movie Night: Every 3rd Friday, join us for a movie in the conference room. Everyone is welcome!

    See more details

December 27, 2024

  • Arts & Crafts Night at SIL Columbia

    December 27, 2024  9:30 pm - 11:00 pm
    Services for Independent Living, 1905 W. Ash Street, Columbia, Mo 65203

    We always look forward to volunteer support from to help facilitate these creative activities with community members.
    *All volunteers must attend a 30 minute SIL Virtual Volunteer Info Session offered twice monthly  over Zoom and complete the SIL Volunteer Application Form.*
    To get started, contact SIL Volunteer Coordinator, Nicole Crespi, at ncrespi@sil.org.

    A monthly opportunity is to support SIL community programming, like our Arts & Craft Night: Every 4th Friday join us for an art class less by instructors from Access Arts. This class is appropriate for all ages and abilities. Everyone is welcome!

    See more details

Adopt a Grandparent Volunteers

Ongoing
Our "Adopt a Grandparent" program is one of the biggest that always needs people willing to volunteer with seniors in our community. No matter your age, there are ways you can help. Friendly visiting is about reducing social isolation and could look like taking your person to the park or to lunch, calling them on the phone to check in on them, or simply hanging out and talking to them.

Our Partner Agencies

1905 W Ash St, 
Columbia, MO 65203
info@silcolumbia.org
(573) 874-1646
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