Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
913-685-3604
Help the Arboretum gardens continue to grow.
Volunteer Opportunities
Boards, Commissions + Committees
913-895-6000
The Mayor selects members for City boards and commissions, and the City Council approves them. Check out open positions and see what skills or experience are needed.
Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead
913-897-2360
Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead volunteers greet visitors, garden, provide animal care and assist with activities and special events.
Emergency Management
[email protected]
Community Emergency Response Team training is free and teaches neighbors the skills to help one another during an emergency.
Environmental Programs
913-895-6164
Environmental events like Stream Clean give residents a chance to care for the environment all year long.
Golf
913-897-3805
Golf volunteers help the courses run smoothly.
Neighborhood Conservation
913-895-6270
Neighborhood conservation groups depend on volunteers to help strengthen community connections in older neighborhoods.
Police Department
913-327-6907
Police Department volunteers help officers with office and administrative tasks.
Recreation Special Events
913-895-6390
Recreation events depend on volunteers to help offer fun activities for the whole family.
Recycling Center
913-901-6002
The recycling center depends on volunteers to keep this popular place running. If you have a few hours to spare, we’d love your help.
Recycling Special Events
913-895-6273
Recycling events like Recycling Extravaganza and Construction Debris Drop-Off need volunteers to help residents recycle their unwanted items.
Teen Council
913-896-6160
Teen Council gives high school students a chance to learn about local government, get involved in their community and build leadership skills.
Scout Projects
Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead considers Eagle Scout proposals twice a year, during the months of February and August. Contact the volunteer coordinator for details.
Scout troops often attend City Council meetings in their quest to earn class credit or merit badges. The Mayor’s Office provides the following resources for Scouts: