Volunteer at Isabel's House

Individual Service
​As an Isabel’s House volunteer, you can become a valued part of #TeamIsabel in a number of ways, including:
  • serving alongside our staff, taking care of our kids
  • cooking, cleaning, gardening, & fixing things up
  • working in our offices & on organization projects
  • fundraising & assisting with community outreach
  • advocating for child abuse & neglect prevention in the Ozarks
Are you a teacher at heart? At our house, you could be an expert homework helper! Do you love to share your experiences as a parent or grandparent? At our house, there’s a child who needs your gentle guidance. Did you write the family cookbook? At our house, we fill each little tummy about 35 times during an average stay!
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You have something great to offer our kids, and we’re looking for the best of the best to join us in our mission to strengthen families and prevent child abuse and neglect.
Download an overview of our Volunteer Roles & Requirements
Getting Started
To get started, please submit a Volunteer Application, or email volunteer@isabelshouse.org.
  • In the volunteer application, note any associated groups or organizations, as well as any hour requirements you hope to fulfill.
  • Be patient – our volunteer screening process takes time (but, it’s worth it!)
Group Service​
​At Isabel’s House, we rely on volunteer groups to keep our house beautiful and up-to-date, but projects are varied and often seasonal, so it’s usually best to contact us weeks (if not months) in advance. Please note that due to state licensing restrictions, most groups will not be able to have direct interaction with our clients without each member first going through our complete individual volunteer orientation process.​
For inquiries about potential projects for your group, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Chelsea, at 417-865-2273 ext.105 to get started. ​
FAQs
​SCREENING: We are bound by state licensing that requires all individuals volunteering in the House to complete background screenings, health screenings, submit character references, and complete online training. 
MINIMUM AGE: Due to the nature of our work with children and families in crisis, Isabel’s House requests the minimum age to volunteer on site as 18 years or older.
SERVICE HOURS: We welcome “Service Learning” and “Community Service” volunteers, but we are currently only accepting applications for assignments that have at least 40 hours to be fulfilled.
COMMITMENT: We are requesting a 6 month minimum commitment with at least 2 hours of weekly or bi-weekly service at our House or administrative office.
STARTING DATE: Our application process can take 6-8 weeks from time you receive an application.
For any additional questions or to find out more information, email volunteer@isabelshouse.org.​