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Volunteer

Volunteers are essential to making that mission come alive every single day. Whether you’re greeting families on the Museum floor, helping plan a signature fundraiser, or dreaming up new programs, you are helping create a space where curiosity thrives and every child feels welcome.
If you’re passionate about children, community, and creativity — we would love to have you on our team.

Volunteer Requirements

To ensure a safe and supportive environment for children and families, all volunteers must:

  • Complete a Volunteer Application
  • Complete required forms (Emergency Contact, Liability, Manual Acknowledgment)
  • Pass a background check.

Volunteer Opportunities

We offer a variety of meaningful ways to get involved:

Volunteer Play Guide

Be one of the friendly faces that enhances our guests’ experiences on the Museum floor. Our Play Guides:

  • Interact with children and families in exhibit spaces
  • Encourage learning through play
  • Help maintain a safe, welcoming environment
  • Keep exhibits organized and engaging
  • Shifts are just 2 hours and can be scheduled monthly or weekly.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role perfect for individuals who love engaging directly with children.

Event Support

Help us bring our community events and fundraisers to life! Volunteers may:

  • Assist with event planning
  • Help with setup and breakdown
  • Welcome guests
  • Staff activity stations

From family festivals to special evening fundraisers, events are a fun way to support the Museum’s growth.

Programming & Creative Support

Have a special skill or passion? We welcome volunteers who want to:

  • Help develop new programs
  • Lead or assist with activities
  • Support STREAM-based experiences
  • Contribute creative ideas

We believe in matching volunteer strengths with Museum needs whenever possible.

How to Get Started

  • Submit an Initial Interest Form
    (This quick form lets us learn more about you and your interests.)
  • Download & Complete the Volunteer Application
    The full Volunteer Application is available for download here:
  • Complete Background Check & Required Forms
    Once your application is received, we will guide you through the remaining steps.
  • Orientation & Training
    New volunteers receive training during their initial shift, and ongoing training opportunities are available

Complete the Volunteer Interest Form today and let’s start the conversation.

Questions? Please contact Raine Klover at
📧 rklover@hcmkids.org or call 681-378-3330.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the HCM volunteer family.