Volunteer opportunities
St. Louis, MO has 15 volunteer organizations listed by Nexys.
The Animal Protective Association of Missouri is dedicated to placing pets in loving homes and conducting various programs, including spay and neuter operations and an onsite clinic. They have multiple volunteering opportunities available, particularly for dog walkers and foster homes for large-breed dogs.
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BJC Hospice relies on adult and teen volunteers to support hospice patients and their families. Volunteer activities include patient visits, caregiver relief, and various supportive roles, with ongoing training and guidance provided by a volunteer coordinator.
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CARE STL (Center for Animal Rescue & Enrichment of St. Louis) is a St. Louis-based animal rescue and shelter dedicated to enriching the lives of the city’s lost pets and improving their chances of adoption. This page describes volunteer roles, program requirements (minimum age 18 and mandatory orientation), and how to sign up and contact staff for volunteer applications.
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Forest Park Forever offers a variety of volunteer opportunities in Forest Park focused on land management, horticulture, and special events. Volunteers can apply individually or as part of groups to engage in activities like plant care, invasive species control, and assisting at public events.
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Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis believes in a world where everyone has a decent place to live, and is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally. They provide programs where families put in sweat equity to earn homeownership opportunities.
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The Humane Society of Missouri offers various volunteer opportunities aimed at helping animals in need. Volunteers can engage in dog walking, humane education, shelter support, administrative tasks, and enrichment activities for both dogs and cats.
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Mission: St. Louis empowers individuals for social and economic growth through relationship and opportunity by removing barriers to employment and education. Their programs focus on workforce development, education, and crime reduction to fight poverty across a lifetime.
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Open Door Animal Sanctuary is the largest no-kill shelter in the greater St. Louis area and State of Missouri, providing homeless cats and dogs with a second chance to find a forever family. The sanctuary takes in stray, abused, neglected, and otherwise unwanted animals, offering them shelter, food, medical care, and love.
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The Operation Wild Lands (OWLs) program works with volunteers of all ages to restore and maintain public lands throughout the St. Louis region, focusing on improving wildlife habitats and nature-related outdoor recreation. Volunteers can participate in activities such as area cleanups, trail development and maintenance, and invasive species removal.
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Operation Food Search is Missouri’s largest independent food bank, distributing over $32 million worth of food and necessities each year through more than 600 community partners. They focus on addressing hunger in the bi-state region and provide various programs to support nutrition and food access.
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At SSM Health, volunteers make meaningful contributions to the lives of patients and caregivers by providing exceptional care. They currently seek volunteers at various locations across Missouri and other states.
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The St. Louis Aquarium Foundation is dedicated to marine animal education and conservation. They offer various volunteer opportunities for individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact on the environment and the community.
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St. Louis Area Foodbank partners with over 500 hunger-relief programs and agencies to distribute food to people in need. Volunteers help with sorting, assembling, and distributing food bags as well as supporting other volunteers.
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The United Way's Volunteer Center connects volunteers with various opportunities to serve in St. Louis and the surrounding areas. With over 20,000 volunteers connected and a significant impact on communities, the center provides a calendar of organized volunteer events and a platform for partners to post their volunteer needs.
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Urban City Services is a homeless advocacy outreach organization dedicated to helping unhoused individuals find shelter and support. Through various programs like the Bounce Back Project and UCS Street Outreach Program, they offer job training, food assistance, and community services to those in need.
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Nexys currently lists 15 volunteer organizations in St. Louis, MO, with 6 additional organizations nearby.
Nexys currently lists 15 volunteer organizations in St. Louis, MO. Visit an organization’s website for its current ways to help.
Yes. Nexys lists 6 additional volunteer organizations in the nearby search area.
Current organization listings include Animals, Community Development, Children & Youth, Health & Medicine, Seniors.
Nearby listings include organizations in Contact For City, MO, Guthrie, MO, Cape Girardeau, MO, Boonville, MO.
Volunteer listings last updated September 9, 2026.
Nexys listings are based on current organization and group data provided through the Nexys volunteer network. Separate volunteer opportunities are not currently modeled.