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You Can Spark Hope in the Lives of KOTM Families

Whether in the office, caring for children, or helping with special events, our work here at KOTM would be impossible without the thousands of volunteers who donate over  30,000 hours of their time every year.

Here at KOTM, we inspire courage and ignite change, but none of it would be possible without the dedication and passion of our volunteers. 

Thank you for helping us achieve the impossible.

Volunteer Opportunities

Preschool & Child Care

Join us in the classroom, where you will assist teachers and care for students as we provide quality services to the children in our community. *For volunteers 18+

Respite Care

Help provide caregivers a much needed break, and help us care for children with special needs on site at Kids on the Move under the direction and supervision of a nurse and support staff. *For volunteers 12 +; volunteers under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver

Early Intervention Child Care

We also welcome volunteers to care for children with developmental delays while their parents attend educational classes here at Kids on the Move. *For volunteers 16+

Early Head Start

Empower low-income families by volunteering with our Early Head Start program. Your support helps provide essential care for young children while offering parents valuable time to focus on their needs.

Special Events

From special celebrations to fundraising events, and advocacy work, we’re busy chasing the impossible and need all hands on deck! *Volunteers must be 16 or older.

Sibshops

Help guide children ages 7-13 who have a sibling with special needs through recreational workshops, providing peer support, information, and an opportunity to build friendships. *Volunteers must be 16 or older.

Autism Center

Contribute to a thriving space for children with autism by volunteering your time to help maintain a clean and safe environment. Your support ensures our center remains a welcoming place for all. Volunteers must be 12 years or older and accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Groundskeeping & Maintenance

Join us in maintaining the grounds, including keeping them looking beautiful for the families to enjoy and the children’s playgrounds a safe space to play. *For Volunteers 12 + accompanied by a parent or guardian

Special Projects

We’ve always got something special in the works here at KOTM. Assist various departments with office work and other tasks needed to complete the job! *For Volunteers 12 + accompanied by a parent or guardian

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Ready to make a difference? Log in or create a volunteer account to sign up for upcoming opportunities. Let’s create positive change together.

Raising the standard of excellence for over 40 years.

When volunteering at KOTM, you join a team challenging the status quo.

Innovation

With compassion in action, you'll help our families feel seen, understood, and genuinely valued in a supportive, judgment-free environment. Your involvement ensures they experience both heartfelt empathy and meaningful support.

Compassion

Volunteers play a crucial role in driving innovation within our programs. By bringing fresh perspectives and embracing new ideas, you help us incorporate the latest advancements in education and research into our services. Your involvement ensures that we remain at the forefront of providing impactful and effective support to the families we serve.

Hope

Your volunteer efforts will ignite hope in the lives of KOTM families, fostering a brighter future through your dedicated support and compassion. Your kindness and commitment will inspire and uplift those we serve, helping to build a more hopeful and empowering environment for every family.

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We are switching to a new Volunteer Management system called “Get Connected” by Galaxy Digital!

Sign up can still be accessed through the KOTM website, however, we encourage you to download the app for easy, on-the-go access to sign up for opportunities, check in & out for your shifts, track your hours, and more.

*If you are an existing user, you will receive an email with information on how to access your account using your email address and a temporary password. If you do not receive this email, please contact the KOTM Volunteer Services Manager at volunteer@kotm.org.

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Mat Dastrup, CFO

Mat Datstrop, Chief Financial Officer at KOTM, truly embodies a blend of expertise and visionary leadership. Joining Kids on the Move in September 2019, Mat brought a rich history of accomplishments, having served as CFO for manufacturing and software companies. His successful track record includes starting and selling three businesses, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and strategic insight. As a licensed CPA and a Six Sigma Black Belt, Mat’s skill set is uniquely suited to driving innovation and accuracy within financial processes. His passion for integrating technology and developing robust accounting systems positions KOTM for long-term success. In his role, Mat is deeply dedicated to creating sustainable impacts that will echo throughout KOTM for decades. His presence in the organization is marked by a steadfast commitment to fostering an environment of lasting change, ensuring families benefit from his transformative work well into the future.

Ryan Erickson, COO

Ryan Erickson, the Chief Operating Officer of KOTM, brings a wealth of experience and a passionate commitment to nurturing innovation and growth. With over two decades spent as a thought leader and innovator in executive leadership roles across the medical, technical consulting, and information technology sectors, Ryan’s expertise is unparalleled. His dedication to mentoring entrepreneurs and CEOs on transforming ideas into reality speaks to his compassionate nature and deep-seated commitment to growth. Ryan views his role at KOTM as a unique opportunity to guide the organization into its next 40 years, shaping a resilient and forward-thinking future. His diverse skill set enables KOTM to not only meet current challenges with agility but also to strategically position itself for sustainable development and lasting impact. Under Ryan’s committed leadership, KOTM continues to inspire hope and innovation, reinforcing its status as a beacon of support and transformation for families everywhere.

Rachelle Rutherford, CEO

Rutherford is the strategic visionary and Chief Executive Officer of Kids on the Move (KOTM). A multifaceted and sophisticated businesswoman, she has led the trailblazing multimillion-dollar non-profit in its commitment to providing essential and comprehensive support, education, and therapies for children with delays and disabilities.  Rutherford has now spent 20 years in executive leadership roles within the telecommunications, genealogy, real estate, health care services, and education industries. Her notable contributions lie in her perseverance to find impossible and impactful solutions. Rutherford is skilled at reverse-engineering goals by mapping out exactly what is required for a successful outcome.

To help raise $150M to expand KOTM’s support services and establish a state-of-the-art center, Rutherford has partnered with Forbes Books to author and publish Chasing The Impossible, a captivating exposé delving into Kids on the Move’s transformative work. With it, she uncovers the compelling stories of resilience and hope from children, families, doctors, and community members who tenaciously pushed forward when faced with impossible odds or challenges.

Her profound understanding of what it takes to overcome the impossible stems from her own journey as a survivor of abuse and trauma, which has shaped her philanthropic missions, her intuitive nature, and her steadfast leadership. As a CEO, mom, speaker, and philanthropist, Rutherford believes discipline is one of the highest forms of self-love, consistently putting in the necessary work every single day to provide impactful solutions for others, promote a balanced and holistic lifestyle, and create opportunities for continuous growth and empowerment around the world.