serve day

10.3.26

WE LOVE OUR COMMUNITY

The Gallery Church is on a journey to be known as “that church” who has a reputation for loving others, meeting people where they are, and providing help when people need it.

Join us on Saturday, October 3rd for Serve Day where we have the opportunity to serve and love the community around us.

Outreach and compassion team participating in a volunteer event.

SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY

Check out all of the local organizations we have partnered with for our upcoming Serve Day!

Spots are limited so sign-ups are first-come first-serve. Registration for Serve Day will close on September 25th. Adults may register on behalf of a child (or multiple children) 18 and under but cannot register for other adults.

We ask that volunteers meet at the designated location (unless carpooling is available). A Gallery Church team member will be at every location. Subject to each location, waivers may be required prior to participating in the volunteering event.

A Turning Point

Ages 8+ | 20 Volunteers

8:00 am – 10:30 am 

Volunteers will be working in the pantry helping people with their food needs. Please dress appropriately for the weather.

More About A Turning Point

Their mission is to support families by providing basic needs and education equipping them for self-sufficiency.

Avenue of Life

Ages 14+ | 20 Volunteers

8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteers will be serving breakfast, drinks, assisiting in the kitchen, handing out giveaways, asisting in the clothing closet and giving out clothing to the unhoused community.

More About Avenue of Life

Avenue of Life’s mission is to mobilize our community to equip and empower low-income individuals and families to be self-sustained and independent. We are working to end student homelessness in Kansas City.

Dream Center

Ages 8+ | 40 Volunteers

9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Volunteers will hand out a variety of fresh, healthy foods (provided via Harvesters) to hundreds of families in a drive-thru event.

More About KC Dream Center

The Kansas City Dream Center connects people in need to a community of support by offering free resources and services that address immediate and long-term needs in the areas of addiction, food, homelessness, human trafficking, and poverty. We serve as a resource center focused on finding solutions to homelessness and hunger through residential and community outreach programs. We are committed to building long-lasting relationships to transform lives and create new beginnings.

Harvesters

Ages 12+ | 30 Volunteers

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Volunteers will be sorting and packaging food and repacking bulk items for distribution.

More About Harvesters

Harvesters’ mission is to mobilize the community to create equitable access to nutritious food and address the root causes and impact of hunger, with a vision of a healthy, thriving community where no one is hungry.

Hillcrest Thrift Shop (Clearance Outlet)

Ages 16+ | 15 Volunteers

11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Volunteers will be supporting a range of activities, including sorting and pulling clothes, organizing racks, performing light cleaning, and assisting with other miscellaneous projects as needed.

More About Hillcrest Thrift Shop

Hillcrest Platte County is a Christian organization that offers supportive services for individuals and families who are homeless or insecurely housed to achieve sustainable independence. When you shop at any of our three locations, volunteer, or when people buy what you’ve donated, the proceeds help pay the bills for all of our housing facilities and programs.

Hope Lodge

Ages 14+ | 15 Volunteers

10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Volunteers will be prepping and preparing lunch at Hope Lodge on-site kitchen, serve lunch to families, and packaging leftovers for families to enjoy later.

More About Hope Lodge

The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge program provides a free home away from home for cancer patients and their caregivers. More than just a roof over their heads, it’s a nurturing community that helps patients access the care they need.

New Mark Nursing Home

Ages 5+ | 20 Volunteers

9:30 am – 11:30 am

Volunteers will assist residents with Bingo prizes and serving refreshments, helping them from their rooms into activity hall, and engaging with residents.

More About New Mark Nursing Home

At New Mark Rehab and Healthcare Center, we are not just a care facility; we are a community committed to providing personalized care. Our comprehensive and quality long-term care services, under physician supervision, are designed to meet the unique needs of each resident, ensuring their highest practicable physical, mental, and psycho-social well-being. We are not just a care provider; we are a partner in your care journey.

Ronald McDonald House (Children's Mercy Hospital)

Ages 14+ | 6 Volunteers

10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Volunteers will be prepping and preparing lunch at Ronald McDonald House’s on-site kitchen, serve lunch to families, and packaging leftovers for families to enjoy later.

More About Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City alleviates the worry and expense of finding a close, comfortable and affordable place for a family to stay while their child receives the medical care they need.

Ronald McDonald House (Longfellow)

Ages 14+ | 10 Volunteers

10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Volunteers will be prepping and preparing lunch at Ronald McDonald House’s on-site kitchen, serve lunch to families, and packaging leftovers for families to enjoy later.

More About Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City alleviates the worry and expense of finding a close, comfortable and affordable place for a family to stay while their child receives the medical care they need.

Ronald McDonald House (Wylie)

Ages 14+ | 10 Volunteers

10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Volunteers will be prepping and preparing lunch at Ronald McDonald House’s on-site kitchen, serve lunch to families, and packaging leftovers for families to enjoy later.

More About Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kansas City alleviates the worry and expense of finding a close, comfortable and affordable place for a family to stay while their child receives the medical care they need.

Scraps KC

Ages 3+ | 20 Volunteers

10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Volunteers will help sort, package and price craft and school supplies donations for the retail store and Teacher Resource Center.

More About Scrap’s KC

ScrapsKC’s mission is to provide resources, education, and an environment for creative upcycling that encourages change in a more responsible community.

Synergy

Any Age | 40 Volunteers

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteers will be doing outdoor clean up, creating shelter welcome kits, processing donations, making Halloween treat bags, and sorting costumes

More About Synergy Services

We take action to create a community free of family violence.

The Farmer's House

Any Age | 15 Volunteers

9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteers will be helping during Applefest by covering different stations such as our Farm to Fork Kitchen, Stocking Shelves, Helping Customers, Serving Samples, Assisting with Parking, etc.

More About The Farmer’s House

The Farmer’s House mission is to empower youth and adults with developmental disabilities to pursue their best lives.

The Gallery Church (Cleaning)

Ages 13+ | 15 Volunteers

9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Volunteers will be doing various tasks both indoors and outdoors.

The Gallery Church (Ronald McDonald House)

Any Age | 20 Volunteers

9:30 am – 11:00 am

Volunteers will be building healthy and tasty snack kits for children and adults to keep them going through long days of appointments and procedures.