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LGBTQIA+ Volunteer Opportunities

Help the GLO Center provide support to the LGBTQIA+ community! We are always looking for folks to help out with our events and otherwise. Examples of volunteer opportunities at GLO include:

  • Help out with events, like Pridefest!
  • Serve on a Committee!
  • Be a center assistant!
  • Become a Peer Support or Community Group Facilitator!
  • Prepare meals for GLO youth, young adults, or for events!
  • Assist with anything else GLO might need!
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Volunteer Process

We’re excited that you’re interested in volunteering with The GLO Center! Getting started is simple:

  1. Fill out the Interest Form – Complete the interest form below. After submitting the form, you’ll be redirected to the videos for Step 2.
  2. Watch the Volunteer Orientation Videos
  3. Complete the volunteer application form to set up your Volunteer Portal account.
  4. Wait for your Background Check to be completed – All volunteers must complete a background check. We collect the information we need to run a basic background screening in the application.

When your background screening comes back, GLO staff will approve your Volgistics account, and you’ll be ready to start volunteering with GLO!

Thank you for wanting to make a difference in our community! The volunteer orientation video will explain how to sign up for your first shift.

Volunteer Interest Form

If you think you can be of assistance in any other way, we welcome you to send us your idea! All you have to do is email us at info@glocenter.org or complete the volunteer interest form below.

Upcoming Events

🥫 GLO's Monthly Resource Night 🥫

What: Join us for GLO’s Monthly Resource Night on Monday, April 6 from 5:15–8:00 PM! Each month, we’ll open our doors to provide helpful resources and connect our community with trusted partners and services.
April Resources:
🔸 Food Pantry – By appointment only.
♦️ APO Overdose Prevention & Testing – Walk-ins welcome!
🔹 Harmony House Representative – Walk-ins welcome!
🔸 New GLO Food Pantry Client?
Schedule a consultation with Emilia by 12pm on the day of the event by emailing Emilia@glocenter.org. Then get your order filled that night!
🔸 Food Pantry Requirements ✔️15-minute consultation with Emilia ✔️ Income ≤ 300% line ✔️ Resident of Southwest Missouri ✔️ Member of the LGBTQ+ Community
🔸 Food Pantry Offerings
Shelf-stable dry goods, frozen meat selections, hygiene products, harm reduction products, and binders.
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hen: Monday, April 6 @ 5:15 – 8PM
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here: The GLO Center
Last Appointment for Pantry and Last Testing will be @ 7:30 PM. 

🃏 Gaming with GLO 🃏

What: The GLO Center and Village Meeple are partnering for an afternoon of sweet treats themed gaming at Village Meeple. This all-ages event is open to LGBTQIA+ individuals and their allies. Come join us for an afternoon of building community through games!
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hen: Sunday, April 12 @ 11AM – 1PM
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here: 1570 E. Battlefield Suite F
Entry is free by telling the front desk person the secret password: “Crumpet”!

🎙️ GLO Benefit Concert feat. Molly Healey 🎻

What: Join us for a powerful evening of music and community at a special concert benefiting The GLO Center, featuring acclaimed cellist and vocalist Molly Healey.
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hen: Sunday, April 12 @ 5PM – 6PM
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here: Brentwood Christian Church
To learn more about Molly and stream her music, click ‘About the Artist’ below!