Volunteer Opportunities From: Pet Resource Center of Kansas City

We are excited to partner with Uplift, an outreach program serving the houseless population in Kansas City. Uplift provides food, clothing, and access to other forms of care -- including providing for the needs of their clients' pets. That's where YOU come in!

Every Wednesday evening from 4:30 pm to approximately 9:30-10 pm, volunteers are needed to meet at our clinic, load supplies, then follow the Uplift truck in our PRCKC Transit van. Along the route, we will provide free vaccinations, microchips, pet food and other supplies to those in need. NOTE: We only go out on the 1st 4 Wednesdays of each month. We do not go out on any 5th Wednesday.

Volunteers will need to meet here at the clinic at 4:30 pm unless otherwise requested. You will join our dedicated Uplift team who will show you everything you need to know! You'll then head to the Uplift warehouse (1516 Prospect Ave. KCMO 64127) to get paired up with an Uplift truck. You'll follow a different truck and go on a different delivery route each week.

Click here to learn more about Uplift.

Volunteer requirements:

Must be punctual Must work well on a team Must have excellent communication skills Must have the ability to work and interact with others in a nonjudgmental way Must be comfortable/willing to work with houseless individuals and in potentially emotionally difficult situations Must embrace PRCKC's Core Values: Be Helpful, Build Trust, Be Compassionate

 

Represent PRCKC at a fun Sip & Shop resident event at Urbane Apartments! Volunteers will staff an info booth to share information about PRCKC’s programs, services, and volunteer opportunities with residents and community members.

This is a relaxed, social outreach event focused on community connection, education, and visibility.

Volunteer Responsibilities

Volunteers may help with:

Setting up and breaking down the PRCKC info table

Greeting residents and community members

Sharing information about PRCKC services and programs

Answering basic questions and directing people to staff as needed

Helping create a welcoming, friendly presence for PRCKC

Who This Is Great For

This opportunity is a great fit if you:

Enjoy chatting with people and representing PRCKC

Like community outreach and low-stress events

Are comfortable standing and being social for a few hours

Love helping spread the word about our mission

All Volunteers MUST Embody PRCKC's Core Values: Be Helpful. Build Trust. Be Compassionate.

Join us for a Drive-Thru Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, February 28th at C. Lee Kenagy Park in Raytown! These clinics provide affordable, preventative care to pets in our community and make a huge difference for families who ma otherwise not have access to veterinary services.

Volunteers play a critical role in making these events run smoothly and efficiently. During the clinic, volunteers assist with traffic flow, client customer service, paperwork prep, running pets, prepping vaccines, processing payments, handing out resources, and more!

Our goal is to serve as many pets as possible in a 4-5 hour period, which means working together as a team, staying flexible, and moving with purpose -- all while keeping compassion and kindness at the center of what we do. These busy, high-impact events would absolutely not be possible without volunteer support.

This is a 1-doctor drive-thru event, but with a strong volunteer team, we'll still be able to help 100+ pets receive the care they need.

Important Notes:

This event is rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weatherDetailed instructions, arrival info, and assignments will be emailed a few days prior to the eventVolunteers should be prepared for a fast-paced but rewarding experience

All Volunteers MUST Embody PRCKC's Core Values: Be Helpful. Build Trust. Be Compassionate.

Thank you for being part of what makes this work possible -- we can't wait to serve our Independence community with you!

Join us for a Drive-Thru Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, March 21st at Gardner Police Department! These clinics provide affordable, preventative care to pets in our community and make a huge difference for families who may otherwise not have access to veterinary services.

Volunteers play a critical role in making these events run smoothly and efficiently. During the clinic, volunteers assist with traffic flow, client customer service, paperwork prep, running pets, prepping vaccines, processing payments, handing out resources, and more!

Our goal is to serve as many pets as possible in a 4-5 hour period, which means working together as a team, staying flexible, and moving with purpose -- all while keeping compassion and kindness at the center of what we do. These busy, high-impact events would absolutely not be possible without volunteer support.

This is a 1-doctor drive-thru event, but with a strong volunteer team, we'll still be able to help 100+ pets receive the care they need.

Important Notes:

This event is rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weatherDetailed instructions, arrival info, and assignments will be emailed a few days prior to the eventVolunteers should be prepared for a fast-paced but rewarding experience

All Volunteers MUST Embody PRCKC's Core Values: Be Helpful. Build Trust. Be Compassionate.

Thank you for being part of what makes this work possible -- we can't wait to serve our Independence community with you!

Join us for a Drive-Thru Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, April 18th at Zuma's Pet Grooming Salon in Smithville! These clinics provide affordable, preventative care to pets in our community and make a huge difference for families who may otherwise not have access to veterinary services.

Volunteers play a critical role in making these events run smoothly and efficiently. During the clinic, volunteers assist with traffic flow, client customer service, paperwork prep, running pets, prepping vaccines, processing payments, handing out resources, and more!

Our goal is to serve as many pets as possible in a 4-5 hour period, which means working together as a team, staying flexible, and moving with purpose -- all while keeping compassion and kindness at the center of what we do. These busy, high-impact events would absolutely not be possible without volunteer support.

This is a 1-doctor drive-thru event, but with a strong volunteer team, we'll still be able to help 100+ pets receive the care they need.

Important Notes:

This event is rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weatherDetailed instructions, arrival info, and assignments will be emailed a few days prior to the eventVolunteers should be prepared for a fast-paced but rewarding experience

All Volunteers MUST Embody PRCKC's Core Values: Be Helpful. Build Trust. Be Compassionate.

Thank you for being part of what makes this work possible -- we can't wait to serve our Independence community with you!

Join us for a Drive-Thru Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, May 16th at the Gladstone Animal Shelter! These clinics provide affordable, preventative care to pets in our community and make a huge difference for families who may otherwise not have access to veterinary services.

Volunteers play a critical role in making these events run smoothly and efficiently. During the clinic, volunteers assist with traffic flow, client customer service, paperwork prep, running pets, prepping vaccines, processing payments, handing out resources, and more!

Our goal is to serve as many pets as possible in a 4-5 hour period, which means working together as a team, staying flexible, and moving with purpose -- all while keeping compassion and kindness at the center of what we do. These busy, high-impact events would absolutely not be possible without volunteer support.

This is a 1-doctor drive-thru event, but with a strong volunteer team, we'll still be able to help 100+ pets receive the care they need.

Important Notes:

This event is rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weatherDetailed instructions, arrival info, and assignments will be emailed a few days prior to the eventVolunteers should be prepared for a fast-paced but rewarding experience

All Volunteers MUST Embody PRCKC's Core Values: Be Helpful. Build Trust. Be Compassionate.

Thank you for being part of what makes this work possible -- we can't wait to serve our Independence community with you!

For folks who prefer to volunteer in their own home on their own time! There are a few ways to help from home:

Set up a time to come to the clinic and pick up donated supplies. Take them home and prepare them for our vet team to use. Bring them back within a couple weeks and pick up more! Items may include pill bottles to be washed, newspaper to be sorted for lining kennels, bed sheets to be cut and ripped into strings for ecollars (plastic cone collars). Peruse sites like Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist for pet items in good condition being given away for free. Kennels, carriers, litterboxes, toys, leashes, bowls -- anything that could help someone take good care of their pet. Safely pick up these free items and bring them to the clinic when you have time.

Email cpfaff@prckc.org to get started.