Nonprofit
Published 25 days ago
Share a Table, Brighten a Life: Dinner Buddies
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Kansas City, KS
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays evenings
Time Commitment:
A few hours per month
Commitment Details:
5:15pm-6:30pm, One-time or ongoing commitments are welcome.
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
4
Cause Areas:
Children & Youth, Family, Volunteering, Women
Benefits:
Training Provided
Good For:
Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
Age Requirement:
16+
Description
Dinner Buddies: Building Connection, One Table at a Time
At The Single Mom KC, Pursuit is a space where single mothers gather to find community, spiritual encouragement, and genuine relief from the daily demands of solo parenting. A central part of Pursuit is sharing a warm meal together—a simple act that opens the door to belonging and healing.
What You’ll Do
- Create a Welcoming Environment: Greet families as they arrive and help ease the dinner rush by assisting mothers and children with carrying their food plates to the table.
- Engage Children, Empower Moms: Keep children happily engaged with prepared table activities, giving mothers a rare, stress-free dinner hour to relax, recharge, and connect with other moms.
- Share a Meal & Build Relationship: Sit with families, share in conversation, and extend the warmth of community to mothers who often carry the full weight of their households alone.
Ultimately, Dinner Buddies serve as the cornerstone of Pursuit's hospitality, helping single mothers feel seen, valued, and deeply supported by a caring community.
Location
Kansas City, KS, USA
