YVC Joplin
Joplin, Missouri
We engage youth in team-based service experiences that build life and work skills while inspiring a lifetime ethic of service. Our vision is communities defined by compassion, selflessness, and respect for others.
YVC projects engage teams of 8-10 youth ages 11-18 who volunteer their time to help local nonprofits and learning more about real issues in their communities. A trained and screened adult staff member supervises youth, leads them in icebreakers and team building activities, and facilitates meaningful reflection.
Projects
Youth Volunteer Corps provides a variety of service-learning experiences throughout the year that are educational, challenging, and rewarding! We encourage you to wear your YVC-branded gear to volunteer projects!
Summer is an exciting time – youth serve in week long projects or two-day projects at nonprofits across the area, led by trained staff who enhance the experience with service-learning, games, and snacks. The true cost to support a youth volunteer in YVC Joplin’s summer program is $150 per week. However, we believe every young person should have the opportunity to serve their community, no matter the financial situation. We offer flexible payment levels, so you can choose what works best for your household. No verification of income is required. If you can meet the cost in full, we thank you for supporting our programming and youth service opportunities.
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YVC Volunteers, for FULL projects, click the Project Waitlist button below, fill the form, and join our Program Director’s waitlist. Thanks for your interest!