Working to make the Kansas City region sustainable by connecting environment, economy, and community.
Bridging The Gap (BTG) works to make the Kansas City region sustainable by "connecting environment, economy and community," and is the premier organization in the area providing environmental education and volunteer action through more than 1,500 volunteers annually. As a non-profit, we rely on the generosity of donations to keep working. If you believe in our mission, please consider making an investment in BTG. Whether it's $5 through our Core monthly giving program or a one-time gift, we are extremely thankful!
Make a DonationBridging the Gap fulfills its mission through an extensive array of programs.
And join the growing number of individuals at the center of keeping Kansas City's environment and citizens healthy and thriving for generations to come
You have the power to make Kansas City’s environmental focus stronger than ever. Through a monthly donation, our special group of Core supporters ensures the growth of our sustainability programs that serve the community and work for a healthy, resilient environment for KC. You can give as much or as little as you are able, and you can cancel or change your donation at any time. We can all be part of a more sustainable Kansas City!
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Volunteer, Ongoing: Wednesday – Saturday, Red Bridge Recycling Center
Volunteer: Any Wednesday, Red Bridge Recycling Center
Internship: Business Recycling Program, January – December 2019
Internship: Volunteer Services Management, January – May, 2019
Internship: Heartland Tree Alliance Program, January – May, 2019
OrchardKeeper Workshop
Event: Ripple Glass Tour for GBN Members
Event: Green Team Series – Marketing: Telling Your Story Effectively
TreeKeeper Workshop
Plastics, the Planet, and You
Volunteers Needed Saturday Jan 5! Flexible 4-hour shifts! Ho Ho Whoa! That’s a lot of holiday packaging! Help us manage the influx of post-holiday waste! Grab your family, and volunteer outside with us at the Red Bridge Community Recycling Center. Also, this is a great opportunity for students on holiday break. Volunteers assist the recycling center site manager with various duties, such as breaking down cardboard, assisting patrons, etc. Location: Red Bridge Community Recycling Center 5200 E. Red Bridge Rd., Kansas City, MO 64137. For more info about this role, including min age and registration instructions, click button below!
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business-people educated on "green" practices a year
1,600
volunteers educating the public and restoring the environment
7,330
trees planted in the greater kansas city area last year
Bridging The Gap is offering the following unpaid internship. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking an opportunity to gain experience in community outreach and environmental advocacy. We will begin interviewing for this position in January. Program: Heartland Tree Alliance Name of Internship: Heartland Tree Alliance Intern Length of Internship: January – May, … Continued
James Joerke recently joined Bridging The Gap in a newly created position as associate executive director. Keep reading to learn more about James, his new responsibilities and his hopes for Kansas City’s environmental progress. An Interview With James: Primary responsibilities in your new job: Proposal-writing, fee-for-service program development, human resources management and strategic planning, to … Continued
Bridging The Gap is offering the following unpaid internship. This internship is a terrific way for individuals with an entry-level nonprofit background to learn how to develop a solid volunteer program. Program: Volunteer Services Management Name of Internship: Volunteer Services Management Internship Length of Internship: 8 to 10 weeks, winter 2019 (flexible start and end … Continued
Bridging The Gap is offering the following unpaid internship. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a career move into the environmental sector. We will begin interviewing for this position in January. Program: MARC SWMD Business Recycling Program Name of Internship: Business Recycling Program Intern Length of Internship: January – December, 2019 You need … Continued
The Metro North Community Recycling Center
located at 8729 N Summit Street has permanently closed.
The City of Kansas City is working on relocation plans
for a new site in the Northland. In the interim, please
consider using the recycling drop off center located at
4707 Deramus Ave (updated 1/2/19).
