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MRO – Projects

How to Apply

Registration will open at 7:00 PM on Monday, August 26th

Step 1: Review the projects available below.
Step 2: Choose a project or two you would be interested in volunteering for. It is always good to have a backup in case your project fills up.
Step 3: Click on the project you would like to register for. You will find the application at the bottom of the project’s page.
Step 4: Once you complete the application, you will receive a confirmation email. Read over the email and note and important information.
Step 5: Fill out the required 2024 Travel Waiver & Hold Harmless Agreement at https://getinvolvedmu.maryville.edu/submitter/form/start/637524. This is REQUIRED for all participants.

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AgencyProject DescriptionTime FrameTeam LeaderVolunteer Limit
Maryville University – Kids Rock CancerVolunteers will design and create unique, colorful greeting cards with uplifting messages and artwork to brighten the days of the children in the Kids Rock Cancer program. Volunteers will also construct basic musical instruments, such as shakers and tambourines, using safe, child-friendly materials. 10:00am-12:00pmChris Sullivan25/25
Maryville University ShuttlesVolunteers will shuttle students to and from projects to allow more opportunities for students without transportation of their own.8:00am-5:00pmArren Romeril5/5
Missouri Botanical GardenWe are looking for volunteers to help mulch the beautiful and vast landscapes at the Missouri Botanical Garden! Volunteers will be split into different groups, focused on different locations.9:00am-12:00pmErin Leigh McKain30/30
Missouri House Rabbit RescueVolunteers will help with cleaning within the shelter and outside the shelter (depending on weather) with a variety of tasks.9:30am-3:30pmhailey weid15/15
Moog Center for Deaf EducationVolunteers will work alongside classroom teachers and engage with students in the Toddler Class, Preschool, and Early Elementary Department. Volunteers will be expected to engage with our students encouraging them to use their listening and spoken language skills during age-appropriate play activities.9:30am-1:00pmAnne Browning5/5
Music Therapy – Manor GroveMusic Therapy Major Preferred. Play guitar or piano for 1 hour for the elderly. 10:00am-11:00am0/1
Nurses for NewbornsVolunteers will be sorting and matching donations, dating food, checking and cleaning baby toys and equipment, bagging diapers9:30am-3:30pmMaria Joshy10/10
Old North St. Louis Restoration GroupVolunteers will be helping with trimming, weeding, mulching, and general clean-up. 9:30am-12:30pm0/30
Open Door Animal SanctuaryVolunteers will be helping with yardwork- mowing, weeding, and clean up leaves.9:30am-3:30pmAbi Knopf10/10
OT – STUDENTS ONLY Barnes-Jewish HospitalPlease read all the special instructions for more information. Students will perform specific fall screening tests on participants attending the Fall Prevention Screening Event. These tests include tests such as special cognitive tests and grip strength. Occupational Therapists from Barnes-Jewish Hospital (and Dr. Clark) will be present alongside students to help mentor/supervise as needed. 7:30am-3:00pmCamri Middleton3/10