Volunteer O'Fallon

06/01/2026

We're so excited to share our latest news, upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and community highlights in our 2026 Summer Newsletter!

We're so thrilled to officially roll out our new volunteer database, GetConnected! Current volunteers should have received an email invitation to create their profile and explore upcoming opportunities. This new system will make it easier than ever to stay connected, sign up for events, and track your volunteer experiences.

If you did not receive an email or need assistance getting started, please reach out to our team for help [email protected]

Thank you for all you do, we can't wait for the 2026 Volunteer Season

The morning begins at 8:30 a.m. with the Patriot Day Ceremony at the 9/11 Memorial, followed by a 1-mile walk that reflects on the sacrifices made, honors those who continue to inspire us, and ends in a show of patriotism along Main Street. Walkers will carry flags and photos of the heroes who los...

05/22/2026

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make O'Fallon's biggest celebration a success! Heritage & Freedom Fest returns July 2nd to July 4th, and we need amazing community members to join our volunteer team!

𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:
•Entertainment Alley
•Heat Relief Tent
•Volunteer Check-in
•Volunteer Hospitality

Whether you can help for a few hours or multiple shifts, there is lots of fun to be had!

As a volunteer perk you will receive a commemorative volunteer t-shirt, refreshments, a parking pass to be used during any day of the festival, and the opportunity to be part of one of O'Fallon's favorite traditions.

Gather your family, friends, coworkers, or service group and sign up today!

Volunteers can register here: https://www.ofallonmo.gov/volunteer

05/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Paws for a Cause this past weekend!

With the help of our amazing volunteers, we created:
75 snuffle mats
286 busy boxes

These enrichment items will be donated to local shelters and rescues to help provide comfort, stimulation, and fun for shelter pets while they wait for their forever homes.

05/01/2026

Yesterday, we said "see you later" to an incredible leader.

After 25 years of dedicated service, Kathy officially retired as our Volunteer Services Manager. She didn't just lead this program, she built it from the ground up, creating a foundation that continues to connect our community through service every single day.

Because of Kathy, thousands of volunteers have found purpose. Her impact will be felt for years to come, and her legacy will always be a part of who we are.

We are excited to be able to share our next Volunteer Services Manager will be Hunter Davis. We look forward to continuing to grow and serve this wonderful community with you.

Join us in congratulating Kathy on her retirement and welcoming Hunter to the team!

04/30/2026

Earth Day doesn’t happen without people who care and WOW, did our volunteers show up in every possible way.

From planting beautiful flowers that will brighten our spaces for months to come, to cleaning up our roadsides and making a visible impact on our community… you made a difference.

To our Volunteer Photographer, thank you for helping us tell the story and share the impact. And to everyone who helped bring the celebratory picnic to life, you created a space for connection, appreciation, and well-deserved fun.

Every role mattered. Every effort added up. And because of you, Earth Day wasn’t just an event, it was a community in action. THANK YOU!

04/28/2026

Another creek, another incredible group of volunteers making a difference!

A big thank you to the 6th graders from Zion Lutheran School, St. Charles, MO for spending their day helping clean up an O’Fallon creek! From start to finish, this group showed up ready to work hauling trash, tackling the tough spots, and making a visible impact on our waterways.

We love seeing the next generation of volunteers in action. Thanks for being part of what makes O’Fallon such a great place to live, work, and play!

04/27/2026

Looking for a fun, hands-on way to give back? Join O'Fallon Missouri Police Department on May 9th for Cops and Bobbers, a special event that connects kids with nature, fishing, and our local law enforcement!

This event is all about getting kids outside to explore the parks, learn how to fish, and discover cool conservation tips, all while hanging out with our Police Department!

We are looking for volunteers to help with the following tasks:
Assist with the BBQ
Help with check-in
Support kids with baiting hooks and tying knots

Whether you're a fishing pro, or just love helping kids have a great day, there's a spot for you.

Sign up today to be a part of this event https://www.volgistics.com/appform/1243220306

04/24/2026

This past week has been such an incredible reflection of what our volunteers in O'Fallon truly mean to our community.

From the big moments to the small, everyday acts of service, our volunteers show up with generous hearts, willing hands, and a genuine passion for making a difference. It's been so special to take time this week to celebrate each of you, the people who give so much of themselves to others.

We've shared a lot of fun along the way, laughs, stories, and well-deserved moments of appreciation, and it's been a joy to recognize the impact you make each and every day.

Thank you for your time, your energy, and most importantly, your heart. O'Fallon is stronger, kinder, and more connected because of you all!

04/21/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week!

This week, we are celebrating the incredible individuals who give their time, energy, and heart to make a difference in our community. From lending a helping hand to presevering history and supporting programs, our volunteers are the heart of behind everything we do.

Because of you, we are able to create meaningful experiences, care for the spaces and stories that matter, and build a stronger, more connected community.

Your dedication does not go unnoticed, thank you for all that you do, today and every day.

04/14/2026

This Volunteer Month, we're taking a moment to recognize a group of individuals quietly doing incredible work behind the scenes at our log cabin in Civic Park.

With patience, care, and a deep respect for our past, our volunteers are carefully cataloging historic artifacts and diving into research that helps bring our community's story to life. Each item they document and every detail they uncover adds another piece to the larger picture of who we are and where we came from.

History doesn't preserve itself; it takes dedicated hands and curious minds to protect it. Because of these volunteers, the stories held within the walls of the log cabin won't be forgotten, they'll be shared, understood, and appreciated for generations to come.

Their work may not always be seen, but its impact is lasting.

This month, we proudly recognize and thank our volunteers for honoring the past and helping to carry it forward.