Volunteer Requirements & Process 

We’re so grateful for your interest in supporting the children at the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery! Below you will find buttons linked to online applications for all 5 Nurseries, our LatinX Program (LOP) & our Outreach Center (OC). Please read the following and then click on the button for the location where you wish to volunteer.

Here’s what you need to know

Volunteers must: 

• Be at least 14 years old 

• Be accompanied by a parent/guardian until age 16 

• Respect children’s privacy and approach families with empathy and without judgment 

To Get Started: 

1. Complete the Volunteer Packet, which includes: 

• Application 

• Background screenings 

• Medical form (completed within the last 6 months) 

2. Submit 3 required Missouri state forms (linked on the application page)

3. Email or mail your forms to the appropriate Volunteer Coordinator 

4. Once approved, attend Volunteer Orientation 

Please allow 1–2 weeks for processing due to state screening timelines. 

Click on your preferred Nursery location below to apply. Thank you for your commitment to keeping kids safe and building strong families!