YVC Kansas City

Youth Volunteer Corps Kansas City allocates donations towards various programmatic expenses aimed at supporting youth volunteer opportunities. This includes staffing costs to train leaders, develop service-learning curriculum, plan service projects, recruit youth, communicate with parents, and lead the projects. It also includes providing necessary project supplies, snacks, t-shirts, and youth recognition event expenses. Support costs such as laptops for staff, website for advertising the program, Ydat for registrations and youth service hour tracking, marketing, as well as payroll services, accounting, and rent. We seek to maintain a high-quality program to ensure a safe and impactful experience for volunteers.

Donations made to Youth Volunteer Corps Kansas City are typically tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. For projects that involve a fee, only donations exceeding the full cost of the project are considered tax deductible. For instance, if the full cost of a project is $340 per participant, donations exceeding $340 per participant are tax deductible. However, for projects that are provided free of charge, any donation amount greater than $0 is considered tax deductible.

It’s important to note that the fair market value of any goods or services received in exchange for donations may affect the tax deductibility of the contribution. We recommend consulting with a tax professional for specific questions related to tax deductibility.

Getting involved with Youth Volunteer Corps Kansas City is easy! Parents can encourage their children to participate by visiting our website and exploring the available volunteer opportunities listed on our homepage. Once they find a project that interests them, they can register online and join us in making a positive impact in the community. Additionally, parents can reach out to our team directly for more information or assistance with registration.

Youth Volunteer Corps Kansas City prioritizes the safety and well-being of all participants. We conduct thorough background checks on staff and adult volunteers who work directly with youth. Additionally, we provide comprehensive training for volunteers to ensure they understand safety protocols and guidelines for each project. Our staff closely supervise all activities, and we maintain a low staff-to-participant ratio to ensure a safe and positive experience for everyone involved.

Yes, volunteering with Youth Volunteer Corps Kansas City can often fulfill community service hour requirements for schools, clubs, court-ordered, or other organizations. You can review your service hours through YVC’s database, “Ydat” using your login. Upon request, we can provide documentation verifying the number of hours volunteered and a summary of the activities completed. However, we recommend checking with the specific institution or organization requiring community service hours to ensure our volunteer activities meet their requirements

Youth Volunteer Corps Kansas City can create projects tailored to specific groups, such as youth groups or teams. For more information or to discuss your needs, please email our team at bbrooks@yvc.org or sasangwe@yvc.org. We’ll be happy to provide further details and work with you to create a meaningful volunteering experience for your group.

Yes, subsidized payment options are available for our summer programming to ensure accessibility for all youth and families. We believe in making our programs affordable and inclusive. You do not need to provide proof of income to access these options. We encourage you to choose the option that is most appropriate for your household, and we look forward to having your youth participate in our projects! If you ever need financial assistance at any point, please do not hesitate to reach out to us as sasangwe@yvc.org or bbrooks@yvc.org; we’re here to support you.

We welcome the opportunity to collaborate with your organization and offer diverse service opportunities for our youth volunteers. To get involved, simply reach out to our team via email at sasangwe@yvc.org or bbrooks@yvc.org. We will provide you with details on the next steps to engage youth volunteers in meaningful service at your organization. We look forward to partnering with you to make a positive impact in our community.