GET INVOLVED
TODAY!
Join us in protecting local wildlife and making roads safer—volunteer online or in Overland Park, KS to research, observe, and educate your community.
UPCOMING PROJECTS.
Our volunteer projects are designed to protect wildlife and reduce road-related accidents in the Overland Park area. From observing local animal activity to researching collision patterns and educating the community, each project gives volunteers a hands-on way to make a real impact. Whether online or in-person, your efforts help raise awareness, gather valuable information, and support safer, more wildlife-friendly roads.
We launch new projects every quarter, giving volunteers fresh opportunities to contribute throughout the year. This rotation ensures there’s always a variety of ways to get involved—whether it’s helping with research from home, participating in neighborhood observation, or engaging the community at events. By joining, you become part of an ongoing mission to protect both wildlife and people.
Wildlife Collision Research & Awareness
Online/Remote
Volunteers help research wildlife–vehicle collisions in Kansas and the Midwest, focusing on local species, seasonal patterns, and roadway risk factors. The goal is to develop educational resources that raise awareness about the impact of roads on wildlife and what communities can do to mitigate harm.
What you’ll do:
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Research local wildlife collision trends and conservation efforts
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Summarize findings in short, easy-to-read briefs
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Help create fact-based educational content for public awareness
Park Wildlife
Safety Observation
Heritage Park
Volunteers observe and document areas where wildlife and roads intersect, such as near parks, creeks, and wooded neighborhoods. This project aims to raise awareness about the impact of everyday roadways on local wildlife and promote safer driving practices in high-traffic areas.
What you’ll do:
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Walk or observe roads near parks and natural areas
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Note wildlife activity, crossing patterns, or hazards
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Share observations to support local wildlife safety education
Community Education & Outreach Events
JOCO Library
Volunteers support public education efforts by helping share information about wildlife safety, road awareness, and coexistence with local animals. Activities may include assisting at information tables, helping with short presentations, or distributing educational materials.
What you’ll do:
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Help set up or assist at local outreach events
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Talk with community members about wildlife and road safety
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Share resources on protecting animals and preventing collisions
MAKE AN IMPACT.
Fill out this form to share your interests and availability, and we’ll match you with projects that make the biggest impact for wildlife and road safety.