Volunteer at the Hospital
Volunteer at the Hospital
Love Will make a difference.
Every day, our incredible volunteers — community members just like you — make a difference in the lives of patients and families at Children's Mercy in a variety of ways.
You, too, can become a volunteer and help children and families right here in your community!
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Children’s Mercy has suspended volunteer onboarding. We have implemented many changes in policy, practice and protocol all designed to protect the children and families we serve, and to help decrease the spread of COVID-19. If you have questions, please contact us at volunteer@cmh.edu.
Create a Virtual Toy Drive
Even though office collection drives and other in-person activities are on hold due to COVID-19, we hope you’ll join us for an easy, engaging and safe way to host a toy drive from the comfort of your own home! Your generosity ensures that every child spending the holiday season in the hospital will receive a gift, and their family members will receive the support they need during their time at Children's Mercy.
Create Happy Kits
Make a child or parent's day by assembling Happy Kits, which are used to help patients feel welcome and happy during their visit.
Opportunity for Kids: Become a Children's Mercy Junior Champion
When your child donates to the hospital, they have the opportunity to participate in the Junior Champions charm program. This program recognizes their generosity and provides positive reinforcement for their acts of kindness.
Choose your opportunity
Adult volunteer
Your experience matters. Give support and guidance to families and help ensure they have an easy, comfortable visit.
College student volunteer
Interested in learning more about children's health? Be a friendly face and a helping hand for the hospital and give comfort to families in need.
High school student volunteer
Gain experience while giving back! Help make hospital visits better for patients and their families.
Group volunteers
Team build for wellness! Give back to the community as a group or team by volunteering at the hospital.
Opportunities for volunteers with disabilities
Play a critical role in providing a positive and inclusive experience for our patients and their families.
Making a difference in her own way
As a former Children’s Mercy patient, Catherine is grateful for the outstanding medical care she received to treat challenges related to her cerebral palsy. But she also knows the importance of a smile when patients and families arrive for a visit or treatment. That’s why she volunteers at the Kreamer Resource Center. “We all can make a difference in our own way,” Catherine said. “I try to make the day a little brighter for our families.”
