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AfroKC is looking for passionate volunteers to help bring our Festival on June 7th to life! 

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ORGANIZATION: TIVONA FOUNDATION

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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What is AfroKC?
AfroKC is more than an event-it's a movement rooted in community, culture, and connection. Our mission is to celebrate heritage and amplify voices through performance, art, fashion, music, storytelling, and education. We aim to build cultural bridges, support small businesses, and create safe, inclusive spaces where diversity is celebrated and entrepreneurship is encouraged.
By choosing to volunteer, we become a vital part of something transformative. You’ll help uplift local and local and global artists, support youth programming, assist vendors, and contribute to an event that brings people together in joy and purpose.

Volunteer Roles Available:

Event setup and breakdown

Registration & greeting guests

Vendor assistance

Hospitality & backstage help

Workshop coordination

Cultural exhibit assistance

Media & photography support

Crowd engagement and more!

When: June 7th, 2025
Where: Kansas City: at the Unity Temple at the Plaza

Let’s come together to create a vibrant, powerful experience that leaves a lasting impact. If you're interested, reply or visit AfroKC.com to sign up our volunteer form or text 816-705-6199

Thank you

3 Shifts

  • Sat Jun 07, 2025 - 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM CST - Spots available: 10+
    Assist with the Day Market
  • Sat Jun 07, 2025 - 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM CST - Spots available: 10+
    Volunteers to help with day market/room set up/usher
  • Sat Jun 07, 2025 - 06:00 PM to 10:00 PM CST - Spots available: 10+
    Event assist/usher/backstage
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More opportunities with TIVONA FOUNDATION

No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.

About TIVONA FOUNDATION

Location:

1021 BOB WHITE LN, LIBERTY, MO 64068, US

Mission Statement

The Tivona Foundation empowers underserved communities locally and globally through education, economic development, and cultural inclusion. We equip youth--especially deaf and marginalized groups--with practical skills like sewing and entrepreneurship to foster self-sufficiency and economic freedom. We support cultural education by showcasing African heritage through fashion, art, and events and exhibhits that promote inclusiveness and pride. By building bridges between Kansas City and African regions, we foster understanding and collaboration. Our sustainable programs give back 100% to the communities we serve, practicing fair trade and long-term impact. From launching a sewing lab in Kenya to supporting Rightfully Sewn in Kansas City and hosting AfroKC, Tivona Foundation is rooted in purpose, community, and transformation.

Description

The Tivona Foundation is organized for charitable, educational, and cultural purposes, including but
not limited to:
- Empowering youth and underserved communities through skill-building and education.
- Promoting African heritage and inclusivity through events, exhibits, and initiatives.
- Supporting artisans with fair trade opportunities and market access.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Community
Education & Literacy
Arts & Culture, Community, Education & Literacy

WHEN

Sat Jun 07, 2025
10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
This opportunity has 3 shifts

WHERE

1021 bob white laneLiberty, MO 64068

(39.21933,-94.40424)
 

DATE POSTED

March 26, 2025

SKILLS

  • Visual Arts
  • Music Arts
  • Dance
  • Exhibition Arts
  • Community Outreach
  • Storytelling

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+
  • Public Groups
  • Private Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 4 hour shifts
  • We’re calling on passionate, community-minded individuals to join us as volunteers for AfroKC on June 7th! This vibrant festival celebrates African culture through fashion, art, music, food, and education & we need your help to make it unforgettable.

Private Group Details

  • Group Size Range 20 - 20
  • Event can be held at a volunteer group location (e.g. office, park) or at organization location(s)
  • No Donation

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