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Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS-certified program to prepare volunteers to process and prepare income taxes, free of charge, for those in need in our community. VITA provides free income tax preparation for individuals and families ...

ECM offers a number of programs and opportunities for students and community members, including our popular weekly Veggie Lunch, Tai Chi, Capoeira, Kickboxing classes, and our International Movie Nights. Help us reach more people by spreading the wo...

Every Wednesday while KU is in session, we need volunteers to come help prepare a free veggie lunch, which we serve the following Thursday. Veggie Lunch prep begins every Wednesday at 3:00 pm and usually takes about 2 hours. Volunteers are not requir...

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS-certified program to prepare volunteers to process and prepare income taxes, free of charge, for those in need in our community. VITA provides free income tax preparation for individuals and families ...

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS-certified program to prepare volunteers to process and prepare income taxes, free of charge, for those in need in our community. VITA provides free income tax preparation for individuals and families ...

Each Thursday we serve a free vegan meal from 11:30 - 1:30. We need volunteers between 9:30am and 2:00pm to help get the food ready, serve the food, and help with clean up after. Volunteers do not need to stay the whole time and can come in whenever ...

If you are looking for a fun and easy volunteer opportunity look no further! Arts Connect is seeking a special individual or small team to assist around the gallery during the First Friday Art Walk and other open hours. This role would include greeti...

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS-certified program to prepare volunteers to process and prepare income taxes, free of charge, for those in need in our community. VITA provides free income tax preparation for individuals and families ...

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS-certified program to prepare volunteers to process and prepare income taxes, free of charge, for those in need in our community. VITA provides free income tax preparation for individuals and families ...

If you are looking for a fun and easy volunteer opportunity look no further! Arts Connect is seeking a special individual or small team to assist around the gallery during the First Friday Art Walk and other open hours. This role would include greeti...

Each Sunday, the ECM hosts Food Not Bombs' meal prep. Food Not Bombs provides free meals to the community each Sunday. Food prep consists of cutting and preparing foods as well as some clean up after. This typically takes about 1 hour and 30 mins and...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS-certified program to prepare volunteers to process and prepare income taxes, free of charge, for those in need in our community. VITA provides free income tax preparation for individuals and families ...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS-certified program to prepare volunteers to process and prepare income taxes, free of charge, for those in need in our community. VITA provides free income tax preparation for individuals and families ...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS-certified program to prepare volunteers to process and prepare income taxes, free of charge, for those in need in our community. VITA provides free income tax preparation for individuals and families ...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS-certified program to prepare volunteers to process and prepare income taxes, free of charge, for those in need in our community. VITA provides free income tax preparation for individuals and families ...

Each Thursday we serve a free vegan meal from 11:30 - 1:30. We need volunteers between 9:30am and 2:00pm to help get the food ready, serve the food, and help with clean up after. Volunteers do not need to stay the whole time and can come in whenever ...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

If you are looking for a fun and easy volunteer opportunity look no further! Arts Connect is seeking a special individual or small team to assist around the gallery during the First Friday Art Walk and other open hours. This role would include greeti...

Each Sunday, the ECM hosts Food Not Bombs' meal prep. Food Not Bombs provides free meals to the community each Sunday. Food prep consists of cutting and preparing foods as well as some clean up after. This typically takes about 1 hour and 30 mins and...

April 13 Blood Drive at UWKV Topeka Office @ 9:00am CT
by United Way of Kaw Valley

On April 13, 2026, we'll roll up our sleeves and help save lives! United Way of Kaw Valley (UWKV) will proudly partner with the American Red Cross to hold a spring blood drive. The Red Cross has over 135 years of experience providing humanitarian aid -- including more than 75 years of supplying blood to those in need. Each pint of blood we collect ...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS-certified program to prepare volunteers to process and prepare income taxes, free of charge, for those in need in our community. VITA provides free income tax preparation for individuals and families ...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is an IRS-certified program to prepare volunteers to process and prepare income taxes, free of charge, for those in need in our community. VITA provides free income tax preparation for individuals and families ...

ECM offers a number of programs and opportunities for students and community members, including our popular weekly Veggie Lunch, Tai Chi, Capoeira, Kickboxing classes, and our International Movie Nights. Help us reach more people by spreading the wo...

2026 Shawnee County Volunteer Expo @ 10:00am CT
by United Way of Kaw Valley

2026 Shawnee County Volunteer ExpoUnited Way of Kaw Valley's annual Shawnee County Volunteer Expo returns to connect you to local nonprofits that need your time and talent! We'll be filling Fairlawn Plaza with opportunities to make a difference. There will be 50 nonprofits, community organizations, and social service agencies eager to speak with ...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

The Shawnee County Volunteer Expo is a celebration of local volunteering, as well as a tabling & recruitment opportunity for 50 community partners inside Fairlawn Plaza Shopping Center on Thursday, April 16 from 10 am-2 pm! Last year, over 400 gues...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

• Readers will pick up books at United Way of Kaw Valley ,1527 SW Fairlawn Rd, prior to reading time. If other arrangements need to be made, please notify Jenna Gorton prior to reading time at jgorton@uwkawvalley.org or 785-250-2070. • Readers wi...

Spring Planting & Maintenance Work Day at Hidden Valley Camp @ 1:00pm CT
by Friends of Hidden Valley

This is one of three routine workdays at Lawrence Hidden Valley Camp that is sponsored by Friends of Hidden Valley. Concentrating on the eastern one-third of the 40-acre camp, volunteers of all ages are invited to help in spring maintenance tasks to prepare the camp for another year of usage by local Girl Scouts and other youth groups. Tasks includ...

If you are looking for a fun and easy volunteer opportunity look no further! Arts Connect is seeking a special individual or small team to assist around the gallery during the First Friday Art Walk and other open hours. This role would include greeti...

Each Sunday, the ECM hosts Food Not Bombs' meal prep. Food Not Bombs provides free meals to the community each Sunday. Food prep consists of cutting and preparing foods as well as some clean up after. This typically takes about 1 hour and 30 mins and...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s Junior Leader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms, then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The reader will pick up books at the front de...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s Junior Leader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms, then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The reader will pick up books at the front de...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s Junior Leader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms, then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The reader will pick up books at the front de...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s Junior Leader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms, then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The reader will pick up books at the front de...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

If you are looking for a fun and easy volunteer opportunity look no further! Arts Connect is seeking a special individual or small team to assist around the gallery during the First Friday Art Walk and other open hours. This role would include greeti...

Each Sunday, the ECM hosts Food Not Bombs' meal prep. Food Not Bombs provides free meals to the community each Sunday. Food prep consists of cutting and preparing foods as well as some clean up after. This typically takes about 1 hour and 30 mins and...

Helping Hands Volunteer Fair (Lawrence/Douglas County) @ 12:00pm CT
by United Way of Kaw Valley

Monday, April 27 | 12:00-2:00 pm | Lawrence Public Library Auditorium, 707 Vermont StWant to make a difference in your community, but not sure where to start? Join us for our first-ever Helping Hands Fair! Presented in partnership with the Lawrence Public Library (LPL) & United Way of Kaw Valley (UWKV), this event brings together 15-20 local organi...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

ECM offers a number of programs and opportunities for students and community members, including our popular weekly Veggie Lunch, Tai Chi, Capoeira, Kickboxing classes, and our International Movie Nights. Help us reach more people by spreading the wo...

Every Wednesday while KU is in session, we need volunteers to come help prepare a free veggie lunch, which we serve the following Thursday. Veggie Lunch prep begins every Wednesday at 3:00 pm and usually takes about 2 hours. Volunteers are not requir...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...

Readers are needed for United Way of Kaw Valley’s JuniorLeader Reader program (JLR)! Through JLR, volunteers get to read to classrooms,then distribute a copy of the book to every student in the class! The readerwill pick up books at the front desk ...