We’re looking for people like YOU!
Are you wanting to make a difference in the lives of young people in need? By volunteering your time, you are directly contributing to the positive change of over 100 children and young adults at Marygrove. Volunteer a little or a lot- we welcome your support.
Review our current volunteer opportunities below and, if something aligns with your passion, click here to let us know your interest. For any questions, please contact Annie Lorenz at 314.830.6249 or alorenz@mgstl.org.
Marygrove is currently looking for:
Mentor – Mentors serve as role models and help young people feel confident about their future. Spending a few days out of your month will have such a major impact on someone’s life. Research confirms that strong mentoring relationships have a powerful and positive impact on young people in a variety of personal, academic, and professional situations. Similar to the Big Brothers, Big Sisters Program, mentors are matched with a resident, and together they develop friendship, respect and trust. Mentors are asked to make a one-year commitment, and Marygrove staff provides ongoing support.
Marygrove Mentors are designed to provide youth with adult mentors through a community-based service. The role of a mentor is to be a friend to a child. Through regular contact with their mentor, the child will have the security of knowing someone cares for him or her. Mentors are encouraged to connect with their mentee by talking, playing games or going on outings. Schedule is dependent on both the mentor and mentee’s availability. All mentors are required to be over the age of 21.
Special/Group Project – Calling all groups and organizations! We’ll agree together ahead of time on a project that will give your group a chance to use their personal skill set or that of their group to help the children, staff and/or campus.
- Day of Service: Spend the day with us at Marygrove, assisting our staff with various campus-related projects (painting or simple landscaping). We’ll work with your group to design a time period and project that suits your interests. Available between May and October, Monday thru Friday, during regular business hours. All Day of Service volunteers are required to be over the age of 21.
- Host a Collection: A great way for a group to be involved is to host a collection drive. We can discuss Marygrove’s current needs, and help you get set up for a drive within your organization for a predetermined period of time. We love it when our groups visit us to bring their collection efforts, and we can show them exactly how much it’s appreciated!
Young Professionals Board Members – Consisting of young professionals between the ages of 21 and 40, Marygrove’s Young Professionals Board was established in 2012. The mission of Marygrove’s Young Professionals Board is to engage and inspire young professionals to raise awareness and funds that help children, youth and families in need find hope and healing within our community. Marygrove’s Young Professionals Board meetings are held the last Monday of every other month from 6-7pm.
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“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.” – Elizabeth Andrew
