Opportunities From: City of Detroit

Help Macomb County seniors stay in their homes!  Everyday there are seniors who cannot drive to the grocery store or prepare their own food.  Meals on Wheels volunteers take to the streets to help! 

Looking for a service project for your business?  Meals on Wheels can work for you.  If your business can commit to one or two days per month we can come train all your potential drivers at your location.  This can be a great way to build team spirit and show your organization's dedication to the community!   

We are looking for volunteers who will grocery shop for a senior in the community. Some seniors may want a volunteer to shop for them and others may want someone to take them. The volunteer will have the choice of which they prefer or feel most comfortable with.

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Gleaners distribution centers process a tremendous volume of donated and purchased food to serve our neighbors in need. Volunteer tasks include packing food, sorting produce, working in the Clean Room, and more!

Shifts run every weekday from 9am-11:30am and from 1pm-3:30pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Up to 40 volunteers needed per shift depending on the type of shift.

This project requires that you are able to stand for several hours, though accommodations may be made with advance notice. Volunteers must be in 8th grade or older. If you have food allergies, such as nuts, you are advised to exercise caution when determining whether or not to participate in warehouse activities. This event is not suitable for court-ordered community service.

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Hello! We are in need of help with our food distribution site. Food is delivered by our grantors, and our facility stores the food and gets it ready for distribution. Hours vary. Requires some flexibility with the schedule. 4 hours per week, and information on the distributions would be available the week prior. Will have to use a pallet-jack. Hi-Lo available if you're certified to use one.

Meal delivery volunteers serve a critical role in our program and in the lives of our neighbors who are homebound due to their health status. Volunteers choose the day (Monday-Saturday) and frequency (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, substitute) for volunteering. Meals are picked up at the Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels office at 11:30am, and routes typically take 1-2 hours to complete. 

Meal delivery volunteer requirements:

All volunteers must complete AAMOW’s full volunteer onboarding process, which consists of the following:

The full onboarding process can typically be completed within 2-3 weeks depending on how quickly applicants are able to address each of the required tasks.

Be a part of a team on a disaster relief operation to address hunger in an impacted community all while ensuring food safety and proper food service standards are met.

Works directly with clients to serve meals and snacks.

•       Enjoys working as a part of a team

•       Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills

•       Loves taking care of people through serving food

Some physical agility is needed (climbing in and out of ERVs, moderate lifting of food storage Cambros).

Hope Clinic offers free, whole-person healthcare to those without insurance, and we need folks to help in our Food & Basic Needs program!

Hope Clinic's Walk-up Groceries allow clients to get produce, flowers, and a few shelf-stable foods each week without a scheduled appointment. The first 30ish minutes of each shift is the busiest, but things quiet down significantly after that.

Our Monday shift is a great way to test the waters if you are a first-time volunteer at the Farm Stand, but our greatest needs are for volunteers on Thursdays and Saturdays.

If interested, please either respond to this posting or email volunteer@thehopeclinic.org. We will get back to you with more information!

Or, fill out a volunteer application on our website: https://thehopeclinic.org/volunteer

Team GUTS is looking for volunteers to come help our participants with encouragement and having fun. Volunteers will move along with our participants and "buddy up" to create a more fun environment while getting in some great exercise. No dance experience is needed and like that saying says:  "Dance like no one is watching".

Description of our class:

Team GUTS Cardio Dance Fusion is a combination of Jazz, Hip Hop, Latin, and Zumba styles of dance designed to provide easy movements, free range of motion and low impact footwork that can improve coordination, flexibility and cardio health. Experienced instructors use fun and energetic music to provide a creative and inclusive workout.

todd@teamgutsmichigan.com

Hope Clinic offers free, whole person healthcare to those without insurance, and we need folks to be there for them when they walk in the door!

We are looking for volunteers who can come on a somewhat regular basis to help answer phones, schedule appointments, etc. Volunteers at the front desk help clients with a myriad of inquiries and referrals for all of Hope Clinic’s free services such as medical care, dental care, food programs, baby essentials, laundry services, and a variety of on-site behavioral health services.

The ideal people in this role are those who are:

We hope you’ll consider volunteering to help this dedicated team make lives better in our community!

Please either respond to this opportunity, or fill out our Basic Volunteer Interest Form.

Hope Clinic serves hot meals 6 nights per week out of our commercial kitchen. To keep everything in working order, the grease traps (2 of them) need to be cleaned on a monthly basis. It is a smelly job, but extremely important!

Note: One group member should be capable of lifting 50lbs high enough to put waste in a dumpster.

If interested, please either respond to this posting or email volunteer@thehopeclinic.org. We will get back to you with more information!

Or, fill out a group volunteer application on our website: https://thehopeclinic.org/volunteer

NOTICE: Signing up for this opportunity does NOT automatically confirm your shift. All volunteers must complete a volunteer application on our website: https://soscs.org/volunteer/

"Signing up" on this listing notifies our volunteer coordinator of your interest, who will then contact you directly to discuss our intake process for volunteers. Questions should be directed to volunteer@soscs.org.

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Come join us in making grocery bags filled with items pre-ordered by clients, put together bags of produce, and stock shelves to get ready for the opening of our food pantry in the afternoon. Requires frequent movement and lifting, and is often fast paced. Shifts occur Tuesdays from 9 am - 12:30 pm, before the pantry opens.

NOTICE: Signing up for this opportunity does NOT automatically confirm your shift. All volunteers must complete a volunteer application on our website: https://soscs.org/volunteer/

"Signing up" on this listing notifies our volunteer coordinator of your interest, who will then contact you directly to discuss our intake process for volunteers. Questions should be directed to volunteer@soscs.org.

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Work with us to get food to others in our community that are in need. Assist shoppers as they make their way around the pantry, complete walk-up orders, and help keep the pantry stocked during distribution hours. This position interacts directly with clients, requires frequent movement and lifting, and is often fast paced.

NOTICE: Signing up for this opportunity does NOT automatically confirm your shift. All volunteers must complete a volunteer application on our website: https://soscs.org/volunteer/

"Signing up" on this listing notifies our volunteer coordinator of your interest, who will then contact you directly to discuss our intake process for volunteers. Questions should be directed to volunteer@soscs.org.

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The SOS Food Pantry needs strong and dependable volunteers to assist in unloading the Food Gatherers Delivery truck that arrives every Monday at 1pm. This shift involves heavy lifting and frequent movement carrying objects over 30lbs and is a fast paced task. We try our best to unload the truck within an hour or less so the Food Gatherers driver can move on to their next delivery quickly. Experience using dollies is preferred but not required.

Join us every Monday afternoon at our East location as we come together to make a positive impact on our community. As volunteers, you'll have the opportunity to be part of a meaningful experience where we distribute food from Forgotten Harvest to community members in need.

Your role will involve setting up and arranging tables and chairs, creating a warm and welcoming environment for our guests, distributing food, and cleanup.

With your help, we ensure that everyone has access to nutritious food while fostering a sense of belonging and care within our community. The volunteer shift typically runs from 12PM to 4PM.

The Lighthouse Distribution Center processes thousands of pounds of donated and purchased food each year to serve our neighbors in need. Volunteer tasks include sorting and packing food, loading food boxes into delivery driver vehicles, preparing toiletry bags, and more.   Packing food boxes typically takes place in the morning and loading food boxes into vehicles in the afternoon.   

*Volunteers must be at least 14 years of age.  Those 14 and 15 of age must be accompanied by parent or guardian.  

Click here https://cerv.is/0232x391 or contact gfagan@lighthousemi.org to sign up for this volunteer opportunity.

This is a hands-on volunteer role. Volunteers must be willing and able to work with people of different backgrounds and nationalities, exhibit compassion and sensitivity, maintain safe working conditions, and uphold strict confidentiality of all member and volunteer information.

Responsibilities will include some or all of the following: 

Physical Requirements:

This volunteer activity does require some heavy lifting, a minimum of 25 lbs. and regular movement.

Age Requirements:   Volunteers must be at least 13 years of age to volunteer or accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Click here https://cerv.is/0232x22 or contact gfagan@lighthousemi.org to sign up for this opportunity.

PURPOSE OF JOB: Plan and purchase home health and hygiene supplies for families moving into a new home after experiencing homelessness. Able to raise or provide own funds to purchase supplies.

TIME COMMITMENT REQUIRED:  2.5 HOURS including:

+ 15 minute virtual Wayne Metro Volunteer Orientation, which can be scheduled any weekday

+ 2 hours estimated to complete job duties

DUTIES

QUALIFICATIONS

LOCATION:  REMOTE = You may do this volunteer job anywhere!

BENEFITS

Step into the heart of compassion and lend a helping hand every Wednesday morning with Crossroads. Together, we create a powerful impact in our community by distributing food from Forgotten Harvest to those who need it most. As a volunteer, your genuine care and warmth are the cornerstones of these efforts.

Unpacking and setting up the food are more than just tasks; they're acts of love that ensure individuals and families facing challenges receive the nourishment they deserve. Your presence and support during the distribution process make a real difference, touching the lives of every person we serve.

This role involves helping with set up, distribution, and cleanup. Volunteers need to be able to carry boxes and lift tables and chairs. 

Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers strives to help seniors and disabled adults preserve their independence by providing volunteer services to help them fill the gaps they need to remain living in their own homes. One of the services we offer is assistance with getting groceries at the store and other essential errands. Clients request either having a volunteer come and pick up their grocery list and do the shopping for them (payment for groceries provided by client) or request for a volunteer to drive them to the store and help them while they shop in Macomb, Oakland, and St. Clair Counties. 

Opportunities are very flexible, volunteers indicate what cities they want to help in, how often they want to help, and the best days/times they are available to volunteer and IVC only calls to ask about requests that match the volunteer's preferences.

Whether you can help once a week, once a month, or once a year, any time you can dedicate is greatly appreciated!

Give us a call or email today to get started! 

Meals on Wheels volunteers are needed to deliver nutritious meals to homebound older adults in  the 34 communities of western Wayne County and Downriver. Volunteers sign up for 2 to 4-hour time slots between 8 AM and 1 PM, Monday through Friday. Call Wayne County Senior Services at 734-326-5202 or fill out this form to become a volunteer in your community today.

Our Bryant Market is looking for dedicated volunteers to join our team to assist with food distribution on Mondays, June17th - August 26th.

Food distribution partners help with unloading the food truck, inspecting and organizing food, making bags of food, and distributing food to community members.

Berea Cares is a faith-based organization that has partnered with Food Gatherers to distribute food to Washtenaw County residents facing food insecurities on the 3rd Saturday of every month.  We have recently had an increase in the amount of food distributed and are looking for volunteers to help out 2 to 3 hours on that day. Volunteers simply place the food in the vehicles in the distribution line.  No actual up-close contact with residents. 

Developing K.I.D.S. receives food deliveries every Tuesday from Trader Joe's.

Food distribution is open weekly to the community from 10am -2 pm. No appointment, registration or sign up requiredl

(24230 W. McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI 48219)

Volunteers are needed during the following time slots:

Prep and set up (Fast paced, and involves some heavy lifting)
8:30am - 8:45am       Assist with set up of tables
9:00am - 9:30am       Unload food from delivery drivers
9:00am - 10:00am     Sort, organize, and present grocery items on tables for community food distribution

10:00am - 12:00pm    Distribute shopping bags to visitors, assist guests with carrying groceries to their vehicles, maintain clean and organized food presentation, break down empty tables, and carry them to appropriate storage space, etc.   

12pm -2:00pm (Very light duty)  Monitor food tables, greet visitors, distribute grocery bags, maintain, organize and consolidate food tables.    

Oakland HOPE’s Client Choice Food Pantry is able to provide FREE groceries to thousands of families each month. Families, seniors and veterans who have lost their paycheck and income now receive free groceries because of your support!   We have been able to share the love and hope of Jesus because of volunteers, donors, and supporters and Thrift Store shoppers like YOU!

Oakland HOPE's Food Pantry is dependent on the sales from our Thrift Store, and is the funding mechanism for our entire ministry.

Volunteers are needed Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10:00am to 4:00pm. First-time volunteers should arrive before 10:00 for orientation. Lunch is provided. 

Volunteers will split their time between the food pantry and the thrift store. BECAUSE OAKLAND HOPE'S FOOD PANTRY IS ALWAYS OUR #1 PRIORITY - VOLUNTEERS MAYBE MOVED TO EITHER THE THRIFT STORE OR TO FOOD PANTRY DEPENDING UPON OUR GREATEST NEED.  FLEXIBILITY IS KEY!

Food Pantry volunteers: enjoy being a shopper!  Help select items for families who visit the food pantry and other volunteers load the food boxes into their vehicles.  Work with other dedicated volunteers to sort through food items for quality assurance and help to pre-bag fresh produce! Volunteers do not make direct contact with clients in the food pantry.

Thrift Store volunteers: work in the thrift store by sorting and pricing items! Help keep shelves updated with new merchandise and beautify our store and improve our shopping experience. Volunteers help hang-clothes, display merchandise in the store and help with donations. They may also be need identify handyman/fix-it folks needed for small jobs and to test small appliances to verify that they work. Our Thrift Store is filled with previously loved, gently used items, clothing, jewelry, shoes, purses, electronics, household items, fabulous mid-century modern, antiques and shabby chic furniture finds.

Group Volunteers:  With advance notice we welcome groups of all ages and sizes (max 15-20) Corporate, Church, School, Groups of Friends and Families welcome!  Volunteering at Oakland HOPE is the perfect TEAM-Building activity or modeling social responsibility for youth and all ages.  Groups please email norma@oaklandhope.org

For those individually signing up please also do so here after signing up with us: Oakland HOPE Thrift Store & Food Pantry: Thrift Store & Food Pantry - 20 E Walton Blvd. Pontiac MI 48340

Position Title: In-Person Tutor

Location: In-person (elementary school).

Time Commitment: Weekly Tutoring sessions from November 2025 to May 2026.

About the role

We are seeking dedicated volunteers to serve as tutors for elementary school children. Our students are bilingual learners who greatly benefit from after-school support. As a tutor, you will help them build confidence, enhance academic skills, and find joy in learning within a safe and supportive environment.

You would make a wonderful tutor if you:

No teaching experience is required! Just a desire to support, encourage, and inspire young learners. If you love sharing knowledge and want to make a positive impact, this opportunity is for you!

****We are still looking for volunteers****

***** You are not required to be an expert or having a teachers degree****

The Maurice A.C. Kirkwood Jr. Youth Foundation's commitment to providing tutors for reading and math in classrooms for elementary and middle school children is an impactful initiative. This program aims to enhance students' academic performance by offering personalized support and guidance in foundational subjects. Tutors can:

Boost Literacy Skills: Help students improve their reading comprehension, vocabulary, and overall literacy, which are critical for academic success.

Strengthen Math Foundations: Provide targeted assistance in math concepts, ensuring students grasp fundamental skills and build confidence.

Encourage Positive Role Models: Serve as mentors/tutors who inspire and motivate students, offering encouragement and demonstrating the value of education.

Enhance Classroom Learning: Work alongside teachers to create a more dynamic and supportive learning environment, addressing the diverse needs of students.

Promote Equity in Education: Offer additional resources to students who may benefit from individualized attention, fostering an equitable approach to learning.

As a volunteer, you will sign a waiver, listen to a 10 minute orientation and spend time sorting books and moving boxes (no more than 25lbs). Thank you!
Join us at our headquarters located in Farmington Hills to help us SORT, COUNT, and PACK books! Sign up Here

Elms Family and Community Services (EFCS) is searching for a Volunteer Bookkeeper with excellent accounting skills, who is committed to giving back to the community. The Volunteer Bookkeeper will oversee the EFCS bookkeeping functions and will be responsible for managing financial activities, including financial statement preparation, trend analyses, reporting, as well as, preparation and presentation of financial information to the organization's Board of Directors. 

The commitment for this position is 5-10 hours monthly.

All volunteers and sponsored applicants must complete a background check. Click RESPOND in the upper right corner of the screen and you will be prompted to complete the background check questionnaire. This may open a second window. 

The background check will come at no cost. Once the background check is complete (average 1-2 business days), you will receive an email notifying you that you may complete your registration.

Please visit our website at elmsfamilyandcommunityservices.org, to learn more about us!

We are in need of help on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday mornings at our Westland location and additional days/times at our Ypsilanti location. This is a wonderful opportunity to give of your time and talents to help your neighbors in need!

If you are a licensed registered nurse, we hope you’ll consider volunteering and helping in our effort to make lives better!

*If you know of other Registered Nurses who might be interested, please help us get the word out!

Put Your Professional Credentials to Work on a Red Cross Disaster Health Services or Disaster Mental Health Team

During large disasters, you can use your professional skills as a licensed healthcare provider to deliver hands-on care and education to disaster-affected clients. The work setting is generally in emergency shelters or on outreach teams in the community. (Keep in mind, you could be assigned to another work location once you arrive on scene depending on the needs of the operation.)

Learn more here - https://www.redcross.org/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities/disaster-health-mental-health-volunteer.html

Requirements

Disaster Health: Current, active, and unencumbered licensure or certification for the healthcare professions, including RN, LPN, LVN, EMT, Paramedic, MD, DO, PA, NP, APRN.

View eligibility requirements for healthcare professionals

Disaster Mental Health: Currently licensed or recently retired mental health professionals, current school psychologists and school counselors, and current psychiatric nurses.

View complete eligibility requirements for mental health professionals     

Shift commitment    

If you are local to the disaster: multiple shifts (4-12 hours each) or

If you will need to travel: 10-14 consecutive days of 8-12 hour shifts (Travel, lodging and meals are provided for deployed workers.)

Comfortable interacting with people from diverse background whose lives have been disrupted 

Ability to work in a continuously changing environment in which work priorities may change frequently

Ability to follow safety protocols and directions consistently and thoroughly

Most of the 65,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires. They may not make the news, but we know they are just as devastating to the families affected. Trained and available, Disaster Action Team volunteers are ready to respond to these emergencies, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. From offering a shoulder to cry on, to meeting any immediate needs for shelter or supplies, to connecting people with long term recovery services, our volunteers ensure that families don’t have to face tough times alone. 

Many disaster action team volunteers share these life experiences and skills:

Be a part of the local disaster response team by ensuring timely activation and monitoring of local and regional Disaster Action Team responses. 

Ensures that DAT responders are dispatched to the scene of local disasters and escalates larger incidents to regional leadership.

•       Interested in working independently as a part of a team

•       Tech savvy

•       Excellent communicator

•       Organized and detail oriented

•       Able to multi-task

Great opportunity for people who want to touch the mission but prefer to do so from their home. DDOs should be comfortable taking calls during their assigned shift times (day or night) across a wide geography (typically the region) and know that call volume may vary during their shift.

Support the day-to-day activities withing a shelter which can include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas. 

Provides direct, front-line customer service to clients and cares for basic needs in a group setting.

•       Enjoys working as a part of a team

•       Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

•       Loves supporting clients’ needs

•       Able to work in a dynamic situation

Shelter shifts on larger DROs are typically 12-hour shifts and may include day or night shifts. Nationally deployable shelter workers should be comfortable working either days or nights depending on need.

Work with shelter residents to understand their resources and transition roadblocks to help households create an action plan so that they can transition from the shelter to long term housing solutions.    

Rewarding front-line position that helps clients move from a shelter situation to a more sustainable housing option post-disaster.

•       Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

•       Tech-savvy

•       Loves supporting clients’ needs

•       Creative problem solver

•       Able to work in a dynamic situation

Great for social workers and non-licensed volunteers with case management experience or clinical skills due to complexity in client cases (but this background is not required). Knowledge of or prior experience working with housing programs would also be a great fit (but not required).

Work with external organizations to build capacity, coordinate activities, integrate expertise and provide channels to reach all disaster-affected communities, particularly traditionally underserved populations. 

Makes connections with community organizations who can benefit our clients during response and recovery

•       Respects and understands different cultures and perspectives

•       Able to articulate goals, needs, benefits of partnership

•       Values input and fosters a cooperation

•       Consistently follows through with commitment and responsibilities

Needs to be able to represent ARC to external organizations with professionalism and work within the established DRO chain of command to make commitments. Position is likely field-based visiting with other organizations and not at the DRO headquarters full time so some degree of working independently is needed.

Government Operations volunteers are responsible for ensuring Red Cross actions are aligned with, supportive of, and complementary to government. The role involves managing expectations, establishing and monitoring situational awareness, and seek, collect, evaluate and communicate critical information. This role is often situated in an Emergency Operations Center.

Supports clients behind the scenes without direct client contact to coordinate our services with government partners.

•       Excellent communication skills

•       Able to articulate goals, needs, benefits of partnership

•       Values input and fosters a cooperation

•       Consistently follows through with commitment and responsibilities

•       Able to work independently through complex communications procedures

•       Able to work in a fast paced and ever-changing environment

Needs to be able to represent ARC to partners with professionalism and work within the established DRO chain of command to make commitments. Position may be based at an EOC or at a DRO headquarters providing virtual/phone support to EOCs and partners. Some degree of working independently is needed.

Serves on a disaster relief operation assisting with the collection, evaluation, analysis and dissemination of information related to the incident. May create maps, dashboards, incident action plans, and other reports. 

Behind-the-scenes support to the disaster operation with no direct client contact but is still a key support to our field workers.

•       Organized and detail oriented

•       Committed to meeting deadlines

•       Interested in volunteering “behind the scenes”

•       Tech-savvy and able to navigate a variety of applications and data sources

Role is largely computer-based working from a DRO headquarters and is not a client-facing role. Tech-savvy is an absolute must.

We are the Metro Detroit Book Bank.  We are looking for someone to volunteer their time 2-3x a month to deliver books using our 5x8 enclosed trailer to schools that we are giving books away at in the Metro Detroit area. The books would be packed up already and we would have students at the school help unload the boxes of books at the school. There will be one delivery a month to the recycling center in Royal Oak. Again, the trailer will be packed up and your role will be unloading boxes of books into a large box (called a gaylord). A total of 4 times a month maximum will be needed! 

Supports congregate shelters during a disaster relief operation by resourcing and delivering materials via daily site visits. 

Directly contributes to the success of our client-facing shelter operation by delivering critical supplies to shelters. Supports our E3 vision of “Every Shelter, Every Need, Every Day”.

•       Enjoys independent volunteering

•       Comfortable driving required routes (freeway, long distance, high congestion areas, box truck-sized vehicle)

May have limited client interaction during a supply delivery but primary interaction will be with other Red Cross workers. Some physical agility is needed because lifting/unloading of supplies is required.

Track, inventory, maintain and service vehicles used on a disaster relief operation.

Ensures that other Red Cross workers have the vehicles they need in order to carry out client-facing service delivery and get to/from their worksites. 

•       Organized and detail oriented

•       Tech-savvy

•       Enjoys working independently

•       Comfortable driving required routes (freeway, long distance, high congestion areas)

Will usually be a computer-based position at DRO headquarters tracking vehicle assignments. May also require pickup or delivery of rental vehicles to/from worksites or headquarters. Sometimes Transportation workers are assigned to drive a designated shuttle route to transport other Red Cross workers or provide courier service between worksites.

This volunteer opportunity is to support in either or Activity Room or our Kitchen during evening programming from 5:30-8ish. We are specifically looking for volunteers for the Activity Room on Tuesday/Wednesday and for the Kitchen on Thursday.

Ele's Place is a warm and welcoming environment that serves as a community resource for children and their families to receive grief support. Children and families learn coping skills, process their grief, and receive peer support by being around others who really understand how they feel.

The children who participate in these groups range in age from 3 - 18. They come from a variety of backgrounds and circumstances, but all are grieving the death of a parent, sibling, or other loved one. Through the Ele's Place peer support group program, these children have the opportunity to grieve in a healthy manner and learn how to cope with the many challenges and changes in their lives following their loss.

Ele’s Place relies on volunteers to offer these services at no cost to families. We are seeking interested, kind and compassionate adults who want to make a difference in our community. We offer an in-depth and interactive training for all volunteers, so no prior experience is necessary. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and have a particular need for bilingual individuals and male volunteers.

To review more about our volunteer opportunities, please visit: https://www.elesplace.org/branch-locations/ann-arbor/volunteer

If you have questions, please contact Aysia Rodriguez, LLMSW 734-929-6640 x2207 or arodriguez@elesplace.org. 

You can also complete a volunteer application on our website: https://www.elesplace.org/about/get-involved/sign

The 5K Committee plays a vital role in bringing our end-of-season 5K celebration to life! As a committee member, you’ll help plan and manage key aspects of the 5K and lead groups of volunteers. If you're passionate about empowering girls, enjoy event planning, and want to be part of something meaningful, we’d love to have you join the committee!

Girls on the Run coaches are trained volunteers who lead a team of participants through a season of powerful and fun lessons. You do not need to be a runner; you simply need to have a desire to support and encourage the next generation. Coaches receive all the tools and support they need and find that they get as much out of coaching as they give.

Often we require volunteers to help pack our team supplies, inventory items, clean our our storage, and other tasks to prepare for our season. Held on weeknights, weekdays or weekends, it varies and typically runs from a couple of hours to 4 hours but volunteers may jump in and out whenever works best for their schedule. Contact us for exact dates that vary.

Held in May and November, this culminating event for all of our participants and coaches from all 6 of the counties we serve is held in Ypsilanti and takes hundreds of volunteers to create the celebration. We'll need help the day of and days prior- definitely a fulfilling weekend!

We need advice for a tech project concerning an app or webpage or online form. Our Day Center volunteers need a way to sign up online for their shifts, then sign in and when they sign out they need to add a message. We then need to collect the data and make monthly and annual reports. We are using Microsoft 365, so the app/webpage can be hosted on our secure OneDrive. We are looking for someone who can give us advice on how to make a free system that meets all our requirements. We need them knowledgeable enough to know what skills are needed to create the desired app/webpage. After this project is done, there are a few other tech questions regarding Microsoft products.

What Is Ele's Place?

Ele's Place is a healing center for grieving children, teens, young adults, and their families. Each week, peer-to-peer bereavement support groups help hundreds learn to cope and begin to heal after the death of a parent, sibling, or someone close to them. 

What Do Support Groups Look Like?

Groups vary from week to week depending on the needs and interests of group members. Volunteers choose from a database of activities, which include scripts and supplies provided by Ele's Place. Activities may include:

We're Currently Looking for Support with the Following Groups:

Volunteers Will:

2025 Winter Training Dates

Tuesday, January 13th 5:30pm-9pm (virtual)

Wednesday. January 14th 5:30pm-9pm (virtual)

Saturday, January 17th 9am-3pm (in-person)

Note: Participation in all training dates is mandatory

Submit a Volunteer Application

For questions, please reach out to Aysia Rodriguez, LLMSW at 734-929-6640 ext. 2207 or arodriguez@elesplace.org. 

Can't Make It to Our Winter Training? 

Sign-Up for Our Summer Training Waitlist

Check Out Other Volunteer Opportunities with Ele's Place!

Hospital gift shops provide an important service to patients, their families, and healthcare workers. All proceeds support Friends, which funds Michigan Medicine patient education programs, such as Gifts of Art, and other patient and family programs. In this fun, fast paced role, volunteers assist in the gift shop - cashier, stock supplies, help with displays and inventory, provide customer service to shoppers, and make deliveries to patients. Volunteer opportunities are available at the gift shops in University Hospital, Mott Children's Hospital, and to a lesser extent in the Frankel Cardiovascular Center. 

Because we invest heavily in our volunteers, we ask that you commit to serving at least one 2-4 hour shift per week for a minimum of one academic semester or 6 months. 

To apply, visit our New Volunteers webpage. After completing the onboarding requirements, you will be invited to attend a placement interview. At the interview, identify that you would like to volunteer in the gift shop.

Volunteers needed at the U-M Health Brighton Center for Specialty Care. We have two openings.

1. Medical Procedures Unit: Volunteers assist with turning over prep/recovery bays, cleaning stretchers, making beds, providing snacks and drinks to patients as directed and wheeling patients to car after discharged.

2. Neurology BCSC Sleep Lab: Review patient arrival process, scan patient documents and enter into an access database. Greet patient and family, escort to treatment area, restock areas i.e. patient supply cart and rooms, blanket warmer,  etc.

To apply, visit our New Volunteers webpage. After completing the onboarding requirements, you will be invited to attend a placement interview. At the interview, identify that you would like to volunteer in Brighton. 

Raise a puppy that can change two lives, yours and someone who is blind!

Puppy raisers take a puppy into their home and raise it for a specific period of time. While in the home, with the guidance of Leader Dog staff and specially trained volunteers, you will be training the puppy in basic house manners, commands and exposing it to new environments in a safe manner. Once the raising period is over, the puppy returns to Leader Dog to start its formal guide dog training. 

Puppy Raising Options

Since no two households are alike, we’ve created multiple puppy-raising opportunities to fit different lifestyles. Which option is right for you?

One Household

It’s the traditional way to puppy-raise and perfect for families, college students, active
singles, retired couples and empty nesters. Usually, the puppy is picked up at 8 weeks and is raised in the home for 12-14 months.

Co-Raising (Primary and Secondary Raiser)

This option is for someone who wants to share duties with a person from another household.

Pass-Along

One raiser has the puppy for the first six months, and a second raiser has the puppy for the next six months.

Corporate

Employees can raise puppies individually or in teams of up to three.

Campus Puppies

For college students raising on campuses approved by Leader Dog.

To learn more, we recommend you attend an in-person information session or, watch a pre-recorded session. Visit www.leaderdog.org.

*a full application, screening and criminal background check are required of all applicants

Do you love dogs? Looking for a way to give back while caring for a beautiful female and puppies? This might be the opportunity for you!

We breed Labrador retrievers, Golden retrievers, and Lab/Golden crosses to be guide dogs for people who are blind or low vision. We are looking for homes to host both female and male breeders for the duration of their breeding careers. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and will bear the legal responsibility for the host dog. However, families can have children participate in the care of the dog to share in this rewarding experience!

There are several new volunteer models including hosting a female when she is not whelping puppies, or you can host a female only when she is whelping. Or you can temporarily foster a breeding dog while they are waiting for their placement.

Hosting requires a significant time commitment, physical strength, and the ability to travel to our campus in Rochester Hills, MI several times a year. Dogs are 12-15 months of age when placed in a home. Females retired from our program by the time they are 4-5 years of age, but males can continue in the program until they are approximately 9 years old. Both are then adoptable by the host home when their breeding careers are over! Volunteers must live within 6 hours of our campus in Rochester Hills, MI, and have no more than 2 vaccinated, spay/neutered pet dogs in your home.

To learn more, visit our website and/or sign up to attend a virtual informational session.

Client Drivers provide more than just a ride. They are the first person and last person from Leader Dog that the client interacts with in person. They provide a reassuring presence and help make clients feel welcome and cared for. Volunteers fill a vital role in making the client’s experience comfortable and enjoyable.

Client Drivers use Leader Dog vehicles to provide safe transportation for Leader Dog clients to and from the Leader Dog campus in Rochester Hills, MI. In addition to providing transportation, volunteers also escort clients through airport security and to their gate, problem-solve if a flight is delayed or cancelled, and make clients feel at ease under stressful travel situations. Drives are scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays, so weekend availability is required for this position.

Skills and Attributes:

Ideal candidates for this role will have the following attributes.

•Have an impeccable driving record

•Have the ability to drive a large passenger van

•Have a flexible schedule with weekend availability

•Be friendly, helpful, dependable, professional, compassionate, and a good problem-solver

•Be able to comprehend, follow, and retain both written and verbal directions

•Use discretion, sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality

•Ability to work closely with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) through airport security checkpoints

•Comfortable working with people who are blind and low vision, using Human Guide techniques (training provided)

•Comfortable around large dogs (Labrador retrievers, Golden retrievers)

•Be commitment to our mission: “Our mission is empowering people who are blind or visually impaired with lifelong skills for safe and independent daily travel.

Requirements:

•Must be at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver's license

•Complete an online application, pre-screening phone call and in-person interview

• Pass a criminal background check

• Pass a Department of Motor Vehicles check (this is in addition to the regular background check performed on all on-campus volunteers)

• Complete onboarding documents and participate in all trainings

• Regularly record service hours in our online database

• Have a cell phone to use in case of emergencies

• Ability to bend at the waist, stoop at the knee, and walk with excellent balance

• Be able to assist clients with luggage and packages (up to 50 lbs)

*Be able to commit to at least 2 weekend drives per month

Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

Volunteer contributors have already helped us identify 711 volunteer resources across 324 communities in the US!

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

AAMOW welcomes any quantity of non-religious cards or placemats with messages of encouragement/thinking of you. Below are some example messages. We appreciate if cards come without envelopes and are unsigned (we add a note that they are from a caring community member). Once received, they will be sent out to clients with their meal deliveries.  

Due to the diversity of our clientele, Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels typically steers away from phrases such as "I love you, you are loved, hugs, kisses, etc." on cards/placemats. However, sentiments of kindness, care, positive humor, and joy are welcomed and appreciated!  

Example sentiments: 

Have a nice day! 

May your day be filled with joy. 

Sending you warm and caring wishes. 

Hope you have a wonderful day! 

Your community cares about you!   

Hope this card brings a smile to your face. 

I hope you have a great day! 

Here is a card to help bring sunshine to your day. 

Thinking of you. 

Personal Care/Pantry Item Needs 

AAMOW has a personal care items pantry that clients can access free of charge, and items are delivered with their meals. Donations of the following items for the pantry are being sought on an ongoing basis: 

Boxes of tissues  

Individually wrapped rolls of paper towel  

Individually wrapped rolls of toilet paper  

Laundry detergent (minimally scented) 

Antibacterial hand soap (minimally scented)  

Antibacterial dish soap (minimally scented)  

Antibacterial bar soap (minimally scented)  

Individual containers of disinfecting wipes 

Large print activity books (crossword, word search, sudoku, coloring books, etc.) 

Colored pencils or markers 

Cards, placemats, and new/unused personal care/pantry donations can be mailed or dropped off in the purple container in the foyer of our office between 8-11am and 12-4pm Monday through Saturday.     

Victory Garden Volunteer | Staebler Farm County Park, Superior Township | Year-Round
Staebler Farm County Park has a Victory Garden that is looking to be re-energized by MULTIPLE VOLUNTEERS to help support the Teaching Kitchen at the Michigan Folk School.
Victory Gardens, also known as war gardens or food gardens for defense, were vegetable, fruit, and herb gardens planted at private residences and public parks during World War I and II.
Detailed Information Flyer found here:https://content.civicplus.com/api/assets/90ba08a8-9110-4c85-a1ea-3a96655be233

SPRING: 8-10 hours a week*
Clean-up garden beds, getting them ready for planting.

SUMMER: 3-4 hours a week*
Maintenance of the garden, including harvesting crops grown.

FALL: 1-2 hours a week*
Maintenance of the garden, including harvesting crops grown. Pest monitoring.

WINTER: Hours project-based
Garden Maintenance and planning.

If this opportunity sounds interesting to YOU, email parks-volunteering@washtenaw.org (VICTORY GARDEN in subject) or register online below.
NOTE: Registration constitutes an application of interest rather than official enrollment. After registering, you will be contacted by the Volunteer Coordinator with further information.
Volunteers ages 16+ welcome.
TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED. A basic understanding of gardening principles is needed. Multiple volunteer positions available. Most volunteer work will be done independently, depending on YOUR schedule.
*Hours are estimates and will be shared by multiple volunteers

Hope Clinic offers free medical care to those without insurance, and we need folks to be there for them when they walk in the door!

We are looking for volunteers who can come on a weekly basis to help answer phones, schedule appointments, check people in/out, etc. Hope Clinic has two locations - one in Ypsilanti and one in Westland/Wayne. People are needed at both!

The ideal people in this role are those with previous medical or front desk experience, but not required. What is required, though, is for someone who is:

- Able to commit to the same weekly shift for an entire year (due to the amount of training)

- Comfortable answering phones

- Able to operate in our three software systems (Practice Fusion, Quickbase, and CHAMPS - training provided)

- Detail-oriented

- Friendly and personable

If interested, please either respond to this posting or email volunteer@thehopeclinic.org. We will get back to you with more information!

Or, fill out a volunteer application on our website: https://thehopeclinic.org/volunteer

Hope Clinic offers free, whole-person healthcare to those without insurance, and we need folks to be there for them when they walk in the door!

Lobby Runners help with a variety of tasks at our Ypsilanti location, including: Helping provide lobby access/check-in for volunteers; Helping receive/organize drop-off donations and deliveries that flow in to us throughout the day from generous donors; Helping the Front Desk team with varied tasks/projects as needed.

Lobby Runner volunteers should have ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to work on your feet for extended periods. However, there will also be down times when you might be able to read or do homework. Lobby Runner volunteer shifts are available Monday - Saturday. You will be provided access to an online scheduler system so you can simply sign up when it works for you - no recurring schedule commitment is necessary.

If interested, please either respond to this posting or email volunteer@thehopeclinic.org. We will get back to you with more information!

Or, fill out a volunteer application on our website: https://thehopeclinic.org/volunteer

It is getting to be a busy time for our lobby operations, and we'd love to see the Lobby Runner shifts filled to better provide much-needed help in all we do each day!

Are you handy? If so, come and help us with our list of things that we need done here at HAVEN! 

We are looking for volunteers to help with numerous tasks that we have. If you would like to come in weekly to help us chip away at the list please contact me directly!

kliepshutz@haven-oakland.org

Administrative Support volunteers will provide behind-the-scenes assistance at HAVEN while rarely interacting with clients. Volunteers will perform a range of duties, depending on their personal strengths and interests. Generally, duties will be administrative and/or clerical in nature.

DUTIES

The Administrative Support volunteer will perform the following duties:

·       Maintain program files and organization

·       Data entry

·       Document creation and editing

·       Preparation of training and other event materials

·       Provide planning and preparation support for large annual events

TIME COMMITMENT

·        Mandatory 24-hour Core Skills & Values training

·        Fulfill 8-16 volunteer hours monthly, as scheduled

SUMMARY

The Reception Volunteer will work side-by-side with the Office Manager to ensure things at HAVEN run smoothly for clients, community partners, and staff. Each day will look a little different, but volunteers will sit at the front desk, acting as the first point of contact for visitors to the building and business-related callers. Reception Volunteers will take responsibility for ensuring visitors to HAVEN are appropriately screened before entering. They will assist the Office Manager with a range of clerical and administrative tasks.

·        Be at least 18 years old

·        Have availability during regular business hours (10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday)

·        Have excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

·        Have a moderate proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and have general internet skills

·        Mandatory 24-hour Core Skills & Values training

·        Mandatory Front Desk training

·        Fulfill 8+ volunteer hours monthly, as scheduled

Do you love organizing? Come help us with our donations and donation closets!

We are looking for volunteers to come in a couple days a week to help us organize numerous areas of our donations. We have availability Monday-Friday 10am-4pm. 

We can use volunteers almost every day to help with tagging and hanging out clothes, sorting and putting out household items, folding linens, check in and check out.  Our main volunteer hours are Monday through Friday between 10 AM and 2 PM.  We ask that groups are no larger than 8 people.

Position Summary

As a Crisis & Support Line Specialist, you will serve as a compassionate first point of contact for survivors reaching out to HAVEN’s 24-hour Crisis & Support Line. Volunteers provide emotional support, crisis intervention, safety planning, and resource referrals to individuals impacted by intimate partner violence. This role is critical in ensuring that every caller feels heard, validated, and supported in a non-judgmental and empowering environment.

Key Responsibilities

Position Summary

As a Client Supportive Services Volunteer, you will support the day-to-day operations of HAVEN’s Client Supportive Services team. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, people-centered, and passionate about creating spaces where survivors feel supported and seen. Volunteers in this role will provide both behind-the-scenes administrative support and have the opportunity to facilitate client-centered wellness workshops.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative & Client Support

Outreach & Engagement

Workshop Facilitation

Position Summary

As a Residential Program Volunteer, you will play a vital role in maintaining a supportive, safe, and welcoming environment for survivors and their children residing in HAVEN’s emergency shelter. Volunteers assist with a variety of essential tasks, from front desk duties and providing supplies, to offering emotional support, engaging with children, and keeping the shelter environment clean and organized.

Volunteers can select one or more of the following focus areas based on interest, availability, and agency need:

1. Front Desk & Shelter Support

2. Shelter Operations & Organization

3. Childcare & Playroom Support

4. Kitchen & Pantry Support

The Development Support Volunteer provides assistance to the Development Department through administrative tasks, project support, and donor engagement activities.

Duties

Are you passionate about creating safe, healthy communities and supporting young people and survivors of violence? HAVEN’s Prevention Education (PE) team is looking for dedicated volunteers to join us in delivering meaningful programs and events. Volunteers may choose one or multiple roles based on their interests and availability, and these roles may adapt if needed.

1. Facilitate K–12 School-Based Programming

2. Co-Facilitate Professional Trainings

3. Prevention Education Administrative Support

4. Summer Camp Counselor

The First Response Court Advocate volunteer plays a vital role in ensuring that survivors of sexual assault (SA) and intimate partner violence (IPV) receive the support, resources, and advocacy they need. Volunteers provide education on legal options, guidance through the Personal Protection Order (PPO) process, and act as a supportive presence for survivors at HAVEN, Oakland County hospitals, police departments, and in court.

This volunteer role embodies HAVEN’s commitment to providing survivor-centered, empowerment-based advocacy that is culturally specific, trauma-informed, anti-racist, and inclusive

The First Response Court Advocate volunteer plays a vital role in ensuring that survivors of sexual assault (SA) and intimate partner violence (IPV) receive the support, resources, and advocacy they need. Volunteers provide education on legal options, guidance through the Personal Protection Order (PPO) process, and act as a supportive presence for survivors at HAVEN, Oakland County hospitals, police departments, and in court.

This volunteer role embodies HAVEN’s commitment to providing survivor-centered, empowerment-based advocacy that is culturally specific, trauma-informed, anti-racist, and inclusive.

The First Response Court Advocate volunteer plays a vital role in ensuring that survivors of sexual assault (SA) and intimate partner violence (IPV) receive the support, resources, and advocacy they need. Volunteers provide education on legal options, guidance through the Personal Protection Order (PPO) process, and act as a supportive presence for survivors at HAVEN, Oakland County hospitals, police departments, and in court.

This volunteer role embodies HAVEN’s commitment to providing survivor-centered, empowerment-based advocacy that is culturally specific, trauma-informed, anti-racist, and inclusive.

Court Advocacy

The Ypsilanti Thrift Shop is in urgent need of volunteers that can commit to a regular shift, for example, a morning or afternoon 3.5 hour recurring shift for a day during the week. (there may be a Saturday morning shift still available too). Come join us to support your community and have some fun!

Children's Literacy Network's in-person BookPALS program is continuing during the 2025-2026 school year in Detroit! The program will share the joy of reading and encouragement of reading confidence with local 2nd grade students while practicing crucial literacy skills. The highly-loved program is in need of volunteers that are available during the school day for in-person volunteering at local elementary schools. Please continue reading for more information on the volunteering experience with in-person BookPALS.

To begin the volunteer process please take a moment to complete the two part Volunteer Information Form and a CLN staff member will contact you soon! 

Please contact Program Manager, Kara, at kara@childrensliteracynetwork.org, for information about the school's location and how to sign up!

Children's Literacy Network's in-person BookPALS program is continuing during the 2025-2026 school year in Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti! The program will share the joy of reading and encouragement of reading confidence with local 2nd and 3rd grade students while practicing crucial literacy skills. The highly-loved program is in need of volunteers that are available during the school day for in-person volunteering at local elementary schools. Please continue reading for more information on the volunteering experience with in-person BookPALS.

To begin the volunteer process please take a moment to complete the two part Volunteer Information Form and a CLN staff member will contact you soon! 

Please contact Program Manager, Kara, at kara@childrensliteracynetwork.org, for information about the school's location and how to sign up!

Children's Literacy Network's provides a remote volunteering opportunity with our program, Virtual BookPALS. The program was designed to bring students together from different socio-economic backgrounds and build a love of reading through new friendships! We partner with schools from Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and Detroit.
We are in need of volunteers who are interested in serving as weekly remote reading mentors to 2nd and 3rd grade students. Please continue reading for more information on the volunteering experience of BookPALS.

To begin the volunteer process please take a few minutes to complete the two-part Volunteer Information Form and a CLN staff member will contact you soon! 

Please contact Kara at kara@childrensliteracynetwork.org for more information.

Children's Literacy Network's Family Literacy Interactive Program (FLIP) Night is an interactive, family-oriented literacy night held at our partner schools throughout Washtenaw county. FLIP Nights provide families with the opportunity to build literacy skills and enjoy a fun evening together by offering important components: interactive literacy-based activities for children and their families, breakout workshop for parents and caregivers to help them support their child's literacy development, STEM activities, power food packs and dinner, and books for children of all ages.

We are currently looking for individuals or groups that would be interested in volunteering for our 2025-2026 FLIP Nights (dates to be announced).

Volunteers for FLIP run interactive literacy activities for participating families, work the welcome table, help with dinner, and pass out books throughout the night. We hold FLIP nights at local Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor Elementary Schools. This volunteer experience can be a one-time commitment or ongoing, based on your preference. This opportunity is great for individuals, groups, teens and families! Events generally occur between 4:30-7:30PM.

Please email Program Manager Kara at kara@childrensliteracynetwork.org for more information regarding event locations and how to sign up as a volunteer!

PURPOSE OF JOB: Plan party theme and purchase party supplies for children living at an emergency shelter. Able to raise or provide own funds to purchase party supplies.

TIME COMMITMENT REQUIRED:  2 HOURS including:

+ watch short informational video about Wayne Metro, which can be accessed at: https://youtu.be/Yhqy_kTenKI

+ 1.5 hours estimated for doing volunteer job duties below

DUTIES

PURPOSE OF JOB: Plan and purchase hygiene or school supplies to fill kits or backpacks for individuals and families. Kits and backpacks will go to either youth, families, or adults served by our Housing Services or school-based whole family support services. Volunteer needs to be able to raise or provide own funds to purchase supplies.

TIME COMMITMENT REQUIRED:  2 HOURS including:

~ watch short informational video about Wayne Metro, which can be accessed at: https://youtu.be/Yhqy_kTenKI

~ 2 hours estimated to complete job duties

DUTIES

QUALIFICATIONS

LOCATION:  REMOTE = You may do this volunteer job anywhere!

BENEFITS

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Contact email below to ask questions and schedule pick-up/drop-off:  wmdevelopment@waynemetro.org.

Join the University of Michigan's Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum as a Conservatory Ambassador Volunteer this winter season. Ambassadors are a welcoming face in the conservatory and often answer, direct, and informally educate our visitors on the space and happenings. This role is indoors in our beautiful (and warm!) conservatory and requires standing, walking, and engaging with the public.

Learn more about the volunteer role and apply your interest here.

Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum (MBGNA) is a transformative force for social and ecological resilience through the waters and lands we steward. Learn more about how we turn this commitment into action. Your involvement as a volunteer supports sustainability initiatives, positioning you at the forefront of efforts to preserve biodiversity and cultural richness. By nurturing our gardens, fields, and natural habitats, you play a vital role in safeguarding the well-being of our local ecosystems and fostering a healthier environment for all. Immerse yourself in the beauty of our gardens and arboretum while actively participating in their care and conservation, engaging directly with nature. 

Join the University of Michigan's Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum as a Conservatory Care Volunteer this winter season. Enjoy the tropical, temperate, and arid environments of the Conservatory and assist with general maintenance. Activities include weeding (TOP priority), sweeping (second priority), pruning, seasonal plantings, signage care, and other work to help make the Conservatory look inviting and neat.

Learn more about the volunteer role and apply your interest here.

Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum (MBGNA) is a transformative force for social and ecological resilience through the waters and lands we steward. Learn more about how we turn this commitment into action. Your involvement as a volunteer supports sustainability initiatives, positioning you at the forefront of efforts to preserve biodiversity and cultural richness. By nurturing our gardens, fields, and natural habitats, you play a vital role in safeguarding the well-being of our local ecosystems and fostering a healthier environment for all. Immerse yourself in the beauty of our gardens and arboretum while actively participating in their care and conservation, engaging directly with nature. 

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD)? The Washtenaw Association for Community Advocacy (WACA) is seeking dedicated individuals to join our board of directors and support our mission of empowering people with I/DD to participate fully in community life. As the only nonprofit organization in Washtenaw County specifically focused on advocacy for people with I/DD and their families, WACA has been serving our community for over 75 years!

Looking to make a significant impact with a minimal time commitment? Interim Home Health and Hospice is a full-service hospice that serves clients in Wayne, Oakland, and parts of Livingston County. Providing support for those who are living with a terminal illness is an essential service that hospice provides. In order to provide this much needed service, many things are happening behind the scenes that allows us to enhance the care and support we are able to provide. We are currently seeking an Office Assistant Volunteer to assist our hospice with writing out cards for our hospice program, as well as other miscellaneous administrative tasks as they may arise. This role requires good penmanship, time management skills, and ability to adhere to designated deadlines.  This Volunteer would report to our Novi office once per month for a 1–2-hour shift (may vary depending on the month). Volunteers must be 16+ years of age, and will be required to participate in our regulatory onboarding and training process. For more information, or to schedule a volunteer interview, please contact Lisa Gardner, Volunteer and Bereavement Coordinator, at ligardner@interimhealthcare.com, or by phone at (248) 986-1272.   

Interim Home Health and Hospice is a full-service hospice that supports a person’s quality of life when time is limited. We provide physical, emotional, and spiritual support to those who are terminally ill, and those that love and care for them. Our hospice is located in Novi, Mi. Our service territory includes Wayne, Oakland, and parts of Livingston counties.  As member of our Hospice team, volunteers have a tremendous impact on the lives of the patients and families we serve, as well as the community and agency as a whole. Are you someone who enjoys research and writing content? Our Bereavement Program is looking for a volunteer who would be willing to assist our Bereavement Coordinator in writing content for a Grief and Loss newsletter. This volunteer would be responsible for researching and writing educational content provided by the Bereavement Coordinator. This volunteer role would end once the project is completed.  This would be a great role for anyone who is looking to volunteer remotely, have a flexible schedule, and wants to practice their creative writing and research skills.  Must be 16+ years of age, and be willing to complete our volunteer onboarding and training requirements. For more information, or to apply, contact Lisa Gardner, Volunteer and Bereavement Coordinator, at ligardner@interimhealthcare.com, or at (248) 986-1272.

The Children’s Healing Center is the first year-round recreation facility providing social and emotional healing for kids with weakened immune systems and their families in a safe, clean environment. We utilize volunteers for all of our programs and would love for you to join us for a weekly shift at the Center.

Monday morning (9:30am-12:30pm) 

Tuesday evening (5:30-8:30pm)

Wednesday afternoon (1:30-4:30pm) - through September

Wednesday (9:30-12:00, 11:00-1:00, 12:00-2:30) - starting October 1

All volunteers are subject to an interview and background checks.

The Children’s Healing Center is the first year-round recreation facility providing social and emotional healing for kids with weakened immune systems and their families in a safe, clean environment.

We utilize volunteers for all of our programs, but need extra help for our weekend programs from September through June. There are two Saturday programs (morning from 10-12 or afternoon 2-4) and one Friday night (6-8pm) each month. 

Volunteers will assist kids with art projects, playing games, serving snacks, and supervising free play.

All volunteers are subject to an interview and background checks.

Overview:
Join the Post Adoption Resource Center (PARC) as an Administrative Volunteer and play a key role in supporting behind-the-scenes efforts that help serve families in 13 counties in southern MI. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys organization, working with data, and contributing to meaningful work in a supportive office environment.

Schedule: Ongoing/recurring. A minimum of 2–4 hours per week is preferred, with flexibility for additional hours.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

·       Assist with entering and verifying data for state and agency reporting.

·       Track and monitor internal spreadsheets.

·       Work with reports and other administrative tools.

·       Create resource sheets and other materials for families.

·       Take on additional administrative projects as needed.

Ideal Qualifications:

·       Prior administrative experience is a preferred.

·       Strong attention to detail.

·       Comfortable using computers and software tools.

·       Reliable and organized.

Requirements:

·       Must complete an interview.

·       Must pass a background check. 

Mercy Education Project (MEP) is a learning community that believes every girl has a right to reach her full potential. MEP focuses on math and reading improvement with evidenced based, one-to-one tutoring for girls grades 2-12. We help girls who are one or more years behind their grade level in reading or math to gain the academic confidence they need to succeed in school. Volunteer tutors are needed in-person for a once-a-week commitment from 5:30-6:30 pm during the school year (September - May). Our one-to-one afterschool tutoring program fosters meaningful relationships that support the whole student. Substitute tutors are also needed.

Training is provided as part of the volunteer tutor onboarding process. Our learning program includes individualized student curriculum using online software. All prospective tutors complete an application form, a background check, online training modules, and in-person training.

Community Housing Network is in need of "Welcome Home Baskets". We collect basic necessities for people escaping homelessness so that they can thrive in their new homes. We also provide basic necessities to our other program participants as needed.

We are looking for:

Paper products: Toilet Paper (individually wrapped is preferred) Paper towel, Plates, napkins, cutlery, Facial tissues

Hygiene items: Soap, body wash, shampoo/conditioner, toothpaste/toothbrush, period products, deodorant

Cleaning products: Dish soap, disinfecting sprays & wipes, window cleaner, shower cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner, towels, sponges, trash bags, mops, brooms, bleach

Bedroom: Air mattress, sheets, pillows

Bathroom: Shower curtain, bathmat, plunger

Kitchen: Trashcan, cookware- pots/pans, dishes, silverware, drinkware, serving utensils

Other home goods: Lamps/lighting, first aid basics (band aids, ice packs)

Elms Family and Community Services (EFCS) is seeking 2 volunteers to serve on its Finance Committee. This is a volunteer (unpaid) role. The Finance Committee is overseen by the Board Treasurer. EFCS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, located in Macomb County, Michigan.  We service youth, families and individuals in the Macomb/Wayne counties and the surrounding community. We aim continuously to provide services, resources and support that will enable under-represented families, individuals and youth to overcome social, economic, educational and other barriers in which they face by gaining and sustaining successful outcomes in life. We do this through our support services, programs and community projects. Summary of

Role: Office & Programs Support

This role will support EFCS's general office and programs activities.

Commitment: Successful candidates must be available to attend monthly Finance Committee meetings for approximately  4-8 hours/week.

Please visit our website at elmsfamilyandcommunityservices.org to learn more about us.

Hope Clinic is working to reduce barriers to care for uninsured patients—and language access is a key part of that. We're building a list of interpreters we can call on when needed.

If you're fluent in any of these languages and willing to help, please:

Thank you for helping us make care accessible to all!

We hope to get an idea of each interpreter's availability, as well as if they can also read/write the language (not required), and if they require advance notice only. Please either include this info in the notes of your response, or email volunteer@thehopeclinic.org

Put the "fun" in FUNdraising! Community Housing Network is always looking for people to host fundraisers on our behalf!

The possibilities are endless! You just need some time and dedication to raising the money to support our neighbors in need to help build thriving communities. 

Start a competition - set an entry fee and the winner gets half the collected funds while the other half is donated. Set up casual/jeans day at work, or switch it up and have a "formal" Friday for a small donation to enter.  Have a business? Set up a collections box to gather items we need for our "Welcome Home Baskets" or donation jar near the check out. 

Whatever you do make it fun! And if you have questions, please let us know- contact Katie at KSimons@CHNinc.net

We’re recruiting Virtual and In-Person Literacy Mentors!

Our Mentor Family is the foundation of our organization. Our team works closely alongside you to ensure that we support the bright futures of our students. The Center for Success Network is looking for people who love children and have a willingness to share time and joy with our staff and students as a virtual literacy mentor.

Requirements:
- 90 Minute Training Session
- 2-hour virtual Mentoring for Equity workshop
- Minimum commitment of one session weekly through the full program year
- Service commitment through the entire Academic School Year (October- May)
- A Background Check
- High School Juniors and Seniors are also eligible to become mentors, but must have 2 non-family references

Sessions are literacy focused and include time to build relationships with their students. Mentoring sessions will be 30-45 minutes long for virtual sessions and 1 hour for in-person sessions. These sessions will include 4 parts: energize and goal setting, reading a book, literacy activity, and closing and reflection. Our experienced staff are present the entire session in case a mentor has a question or needs some assistance.

If you're interested in becoming a virtual or in-person mentor, please click HERE and complete the form!

Looking for In-Person Classroom Volunteers!

We value our family of volunteers to support various aspects of CFSN programs and events. Our Team is looking for classroom volunteers to support in-person activities in our Detroit and/or Pontiac location. If you love children and have a willingness to share time and joy with our staff and students, we'd love to hear from you!

Requirements:
- Background Check (Volunteers over the age of 18)
- 2 Non-Family references (Volunteers under the age of 18)
- Minimum Service 1 day a week (M-Th); 2.5 hours (4:00-6:30 pm for school year)

Sample Tasks:
Greet and receive students and in-person mentors, snack service, classroom tidying, support enrichment programming, mild tech support, community outreach, and other tasks as necessary.

If you're interested in becoming a classroom volunteer, please click the button below and complete the form!

Share your favorite picture book visiting a school to read the story in-person.

TIME COMMITMENT REQUIRED:  1 HOUR TOTAL including:

+ Orientation by watching short informational video about Wayne Metro, which can be accessed at: https://youtu.be/Yhqy_kTenKI

+ 45 minutes practicing and reading to students

DUTIES

·        Participate in Wayne Metro Volunteer Orientation.

·        Select story with pictures appropriate for children age five and under that takes less than 15 minutes to read including showing the pictures.

QUALIFICATIONS

·   Enjoy reading a children’s story

LOCATION:  In-person at one of our early childhood education centers.

BENEFITS

·              Learn about community resources for income support and other basic needs

·              Have fun and feel good while helping others

Haven Homes of Detroit is an organization dedicated to empowering women recovering from trauma, trafficking, and exploitation by providing safe housing and supportive communities. The Board of Directors plays a crucial role in guiding the organization's mission and ensuring its success.

Board members at Haven Homes of Detroit contribute their expertise to help improve neighborhoods and restore dignity to women in need. They oversee strategic planning, financial management, and community partnerships to support the organization's programs, which include life-skills training, nutritional education, sobriety support, financial literacy, job readiness, and trauma-informed care.

Would you like more details on how to get involved or apply for a position on the board?

You can help!  The Community Literacy Council, a non-profit organization, needs adult volunteers to help adult English language learners in Western Wayne County who have limited English language abilities.  Most of our tutors work one-on-one with learners to help them develop vital reading, writing, and communication skills.  Tutor training sessions are available three times a year.  Tutors are able to pick their learners and tutor locations although typically tutoring takes place in public libraries.  You too can make a difference in the life of an English language learner!