Needs From: Volunteer Center of Greater Battle Creek and Kalamazoo

Therapeutic Residential Services provide intensive stabilization services in a structured, safe environment for youth who are experiencing behavioral health instability and need out-of-home treatment.

Thousands of Kalamazoo County seniors struggle to find rides to their health appointments. Want to make a difference? Become the friend at the wheel! Being a Shepherd's Center Volunteer Driver can change the life of a home-bound senior. We welcome anyone ages 18 and older. Volunteer Drivers use their own vehicle and must carry personal vehicle insurance. Volunteers are able to set their own schedules, once a month, once a week or whenever they are available. Prospective volunteers fill out an application, do an in-person interview, and go through criminal and driving record background checks.

Advocacy Support

The Alzheimer’s Association is looking for self-motivated individuals with good writing skills who are familiar with social media. You will be communicating with members of congress to create awareness around Alzheimer’s and dementia. General information about Alzheimer’s and dementia will be provided, along with sample letters and social media posts. This opportunity is one that can be done outside the office. After communicating with legislators you will enter your actions into our reporting software. Training will be provided by the Association.  

We welcome volunteers - individuals or groups.  We have opportunities that change throughout the year as we accommodate weather and farm related needs. If you are interested in volunteering/sharing a talent with the farm please let us know and we can discuss how we can best get you involved!

Volunteer/Group Position: Transitional Housing Repairs
Department: Victim Services/ Operations
Location: Off-Site
Director: Director of Housing
Position Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
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Mission Statement: Eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity
for all.
Primary Function: Provide support to the Housing Rehab team. Perfect opportunity for groups and individuals. This includes general housing repairs, flooring, painting, and more.
Qualifications:
1. Must be 18 years of age.
2. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
3. Must be able to work with people of diverse backgrounds.                                                      4. Some knowledge of housing repairs, painting, and flooring helpful but not required. Training will be provided by housing professionals.
Responsibilities:
1. Assist the housing director and staff with housing repair needs, including but not limited to landscaping, painting, flooring, and other minor repairs.

Training:

1. Training for projects is provided by the housing director and staff.

2. General understanding of issues related to racial and gender issues and injustice, equality, equity, and Women’s Rights. YWCA will provide training.

3. General understanding of YWCA Mission.

 Volunteers are not meant to replace staff, but to work beside them and assist where needed.

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program is an IRS sponsored program to help moderate to low income and limited English proficient taxpayers  prepare their income taxes for free. 

Positions available:  Tax Preparer, Greeter, Appointment Scheduler/Intake Specialist, Interpreter. 

Tax Preparer trainings are offered November - Jan 15 and May-June. 

Greeters, Appointment Schedulers, Intake Specialists and Interpreters can join at any time. 

No experience needed-all IRS certified training will be provided.  There are flexible schedules, dates and times for volunteering to fit everyone's schedule.  Help those in your community that need it the most.  To join us for a rewarding and meaningful experience or for more information you can contact us at Goodwill, Attn: Sheryl Watson, 269-788-6500 ext 2041.

Volunteer Position: Sexual Assault Supportive 

Department:  Victim Services

Program: Emergency Response Team

Director: Emergency Response Services

Hours: Monthly Sign-Up for On-Call Shifts - Allows flexibility

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Mission Statement: Eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Primary Function: Provide emotional support and resource information to the survivors of sexual assault. Training is provided for this on-call position.

Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Training Requirements:

Training Covers:

 Volunteers are not meant to replace staff, but to work beside them and assist where needed.

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES DO A BODY GOOD.

We provide healthy, delicious, fun, and nutritious food to the children in our Dreamery Centers. We would love to have you spend an hour or two during the week, slicing, dicing, and peeling fruits and vegetables.

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Volunteer Position: Fruit and Veggie Crew

Department: Improving Lives of Children

Program: Dreamery Centers

Location: 353 E. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI

Director: Director of Food Services

Position Hours: Any day, Monday-Friday

Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Mission Statement: Eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Primary Function:  Provide support and assistance with cleaning, peeling, slicing and dicing, and packaging fresh fruits and vegetables. Kitchen organization and sanitation. This position is ideal if you enjoy working in the kitchen. This is a fun and fantastic volunteer position!

Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Training Requirements:

 Volunteers are not meant to replace staff, but to work beside them and assist where needed.

We’re looking for volunteers to help out some of our communities most vulnerable population…our valued Meals on Wheels recipients!

Volunteers typically work in teams. One volunteer drives, while the other is the hopper. The hopper "hops" out of the parked car, and brings the meal to the door of the senior's home. Some volunteers do both. KIDS ARE WELCOME but must be accompanied by someone 18 years or older. Background checks are required.

Ready to volunteer? Call Milestone Senior Services at 269.382.0515 or fill out our Volunteer Application or go to: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?ap=231001689

We’re looking for volunteers to help out some of our communities most vulnerable population…our valued Meals on Wheels recipients!

IT TAKES TWO: Volunteers typically work in teams. One volunteer drives, while the other is the hopper. The hopper "hops" out of the parked car, and brings the meal to the door of the senior's home. Some volunteers do both. Kids are welcome but must be accompanied by someone 18 years or older. Background checks are required.

Ready to volunteer? Call Milestone Senior Services at 269.382.0515 or fill out our Volunteer Application or go to: milestoneseniorservices.org/volunteer

Help homebound seniors stay independent by delivering hot, nutritious meals made fresh each day. Meals are delivered weekdays starting at 11:30am am from the South County Community Services located at 606 Spruce St. The Route takes between 2 and 2.5 hours.

Caring and friendly volunteer drivers (drives the route) and hoppers (takes the meal to the door and provides a brief check of the person's well-being) in the Kalamazoo area. Volunteer with your spouse, family member, neighbor, or friend, or meet someone new by being matched with another volunteer.

Apply to volunteer on our website: https://milestoneseniorservices.org/volunteer call 269-382-0515 with any questions!

We’re looking for volunteers to help out some of our communities most vulnerable population…our valued Meals on Wheels recipients!

Help homebound seniors stay independent by delivering hot, nutritious meals made fresh each day. Serve as little as 2-4 hours a month, or more it’s up to you. Meals are delivered weekdays starting at 11:00 a.m. out of the Forks Senior Center. Delivery takes about 1 hour.

Ready to volunteer? Call Milestone Senior Services at 269.382.0515 or fill out our Volunteer Application or go to: https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?ap=231001689

Purpose

How does it feel to help save a life? This is your chance to find out! If you have a little free time, love driving, and enjoy meeting new people, the Red Cross has a great volunteer position for you.

The Red Cross collects and distributes about 40% of our nation’s blood supply. When you deliver blood, platelets or other blood products to a hospital, you’re delivering hope to a person when they need it most.

Each volunteer shift you take is another opportunity to help save a life.

Volunteer drivers use Red Cross vehicles that are GPS tracked for speed.

Become a life saver! All you need is:

What is Red Cross Delivers?

Red Cross Delivers is a mobile app that supports our volunteers who deliver life-saving blood products to the hospitals efficiently and effectively. The Red Cross Delivers app is not just a tool; it is a vital link in the chain of hope, ensuring that every drop of donated blood reaches those in need, ultimately saving lives and making a profound difference in communities across the nation

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:

· Team-oriented

· Availability and flexibility for at least 4-6 hours per week

· Bilingual

· Comfortable with ambiguity

· Empathetic and compassionate

· Disaster response experience

· Can remain calm and patient during stressful situations

Ready to make an impact? We need friendly and enthusiastic people just like you who can represent the Red Cross to our blood donors.

As a volunteer blood donor ambassador, you'll ensure donors have a positive experience from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave. Your professionalism and kindness during the blood drive will encourage ongoing donor support.

This role is for you if you…

· Love talking to all kinds of people!

· Demonstrate excellent customer service and comfort working with people.

· You have availability to serve for one 4-6 hour shift per month.

*shifts may vary on quarterly needs depending on your location*

Each volunteer shift, you make a difference and help save a life.

This opportunity requires participation in in-person activities and/or performing work in a Red Cross facility.

Key responsibilities –

Overview of Mobile Blood Drives

· Usually hosted at a community or sponsor-owned location

· Blood collection procedures are whole blood and red cell (no platelets or plasma)

· ‘Mobile’ blood drives change almost every day—with the need to setup and takedown each blood drive, they tend to be faster paced, in a variety of sites, with different donors, sponsors, team members, and chargeperson each drive

· Often requires careful maintenance of donor flow and wait times (typically more donors on the schedule)

· Events confirmed about 6 weeks in advance

Overview of Fixed Sites

· Usually hosted at a community or sponsor-owned location

· Blood collection procedures are whole blood and red cell (no platelets or plasma)

· Staff and equipment tend to be ‘ready to go’ in the same site each day--with fewer donors participating on a frequent basis in longer term procedures (some procedures take as long as 2-2.5 hours per donor) at a Red Cross donor center.

· Similar or same: list of donors, team members and charge people from week to week creates sense of team

· Regular donors become familiar with check-in process, materials and site

· Schedule rarely changes, available several months in advance, a weekly shift ‘adoption’ is highly encouraged. For example – one shift every Tuesday morning or afternoon

All Donor Ambassador roles (Mobile Blood Drives and Fixed Sites)

· Support Red Cross staff by being helpful, flexible, and patient

· Greet donors, explain the donation process as necessary and assist with initial intake and hand offs through the blood donation process

· Manage donor flow and direct donors to Check-In

· Model excellent customer service behaviors.

· Ensure blood donors have relevant information and that questions are answered appropriately while creating a favorable impression of the blood donation process.

· Learn and share the Red Cross story, including the mission, vision, and values

· Work with collections team supervisor or charge staff to match donor’s blood type with the best product for maximum impact (Right Type Mix)

· Check Post Donation Info and time

· Set up and maintain cleanliness in Reception and Hospitality Areas

· Provide customer service to donors in the Hospitality Area by ensuring that each donor is recognized for his/her contribution.

· Check that donor has their post-donation information before leaving the drive

· Report possible adverse post-donation physical reactions to the collections staff. Protect donors from injury during adverse reactions (if able without hurting self)

· May be asked to sanitize/disinfect donor areas and beds

· May make reminder/cancellation calls, re-schedule donor appointments, and perform follow up activities as directed

· Encourage donors to download Donor App, use RapidPass

Every year, we host multiple events, including our golf outing, awareness events, and our largest event, the Annual Night of Hope. We are always looking for volunteers who want to assist us with these events. Tasks can include:

We are in need of volunteers for the following activities:
Cleaning
Repairing equipment
Computer skills

For more information and for volunteer application please see our website: https://lendinghandsmi.org/volunteer/

We offer many volunteer opportunities. These opportunities range from after school activity assistances, tutoring, recess help, lunchroom assistance, and helping out teachers in the classroom if needed. Please contact Dionna Robers if interested by emailing robertsdn@kalamazoopublicschools.net

At HarmonyCares Hospice, we focus on enhancing the quality of life and our volunteers are important members of the team.  HarmonyCares Hospice ensures that our patients will spend their final days of their journey in comfort and with dignity.   Music at the bedside provides comfort and relaxation.  If you are caring, compassionate and have a true desire to help others, becoming a HarmonyCares Hospice Volunteer may be the perfect opportunity for you.  Please consider sharing your gift of music or singing with HarmonyCares Hospice patients. 

View website for volunteer application: https://harmonycares.com/volunteer-for-hospice/#:~:text=These programs include pet therapy,our We Honor Veterans Program.

At HarmonyCares Hospice, we focus on enhancing the quality of a peron's life and volunteers play a key role on our team.  We strive to ensure that patients spend their final day in comfort and with dignity.

Certified pet therapy dogs and handlers are  needed to visit hospice patients and caregivers.  Please consider sharing your time and talents with those at the end of life.  Dogs must be certified through Therapy Dogs International or the Alliance of Therapy Dogs.  Additional certifications will be considered.

View website on how to sign up: https://harmonycares.com/volunteer-for-hospice/#:~:text=These programs include pet therapy,our We Honor Veterans Program.

At HarmonyCares Hospice, we focus on enhancing the quality of life and our volunteers play a key role in our mission.  Our hospice strives to go beyond the physical needs of our patients to ensure comfort and dignity. Volunteers provide companionship, music and pet therapy as well as administrative office support. 

If you are caring, compassionate and have a true desire to help others, becoming a HarmonyCares Hospice volunteer may be the perfect opportunity for you. View website on how to sign up: https://harmonycares.com/volunteer-for-hospice/#:~:text=These programs include pet therapy,our We Honor Veterans Program.

Would you like to enjoy the beautiful Michigan outdoors while helping provide a healthy food source for seniors?  How about gaining new friendships with interesting, knowledgeable seniors?  Maybe you like playing in the dirt, or perhaps you have agricultural knowledge.  Put your love for the earth to good use!  You might pass on your knowledge …or you might gain some knowledge yourself.  One thing is for certain – you will be greatly appreciated!

From delivering flowers to giving directions to knitting hats, Bronson volunteers give back to their community. And these are just some of the many things they do. Combined, volunteers donate more than 100,000 hours of time every year.

Please see website for how to sign up: https://www.bronsonhealth.com/volunteer/

If you have questions concerning The City Life Food Pantry, you can reach out to Bobette Hampton at ​hampton.bobette@gmail.com

We are looking for those who are willing to help organize and distribute food to the community once or twice a month. The time commitment is between 2-4 hours per distribution date.

Volunteer Application: https://formstack.io/2H_Gd3scgXdiV0yO3oVz1RwbHnvXYYKL9hpcFJyT-soupDAfnKhQqLbwDaLbgupp1dSi1kvuduMImWzXXla3Vw

Be sure to select "volunteer directly with youth" in the drop down. The reason for this, is that we will likely have students present helping, and our national office requires anyone who is volunteering in proximity with students go through our full volunteer application process including background check.

At Taste of Heaven, we make and sell delicious gourmet popcorn and sweets. The proceeds from sales go to support Kalamazoo Youth For Christ, a local organization that provides mentoring, tutoring, meals, and bible teaching to at-risk teens.  While volunteer groups are very helpful during our busy Christmas season, we are specifically looking for volunteers who can come in during the day on weekdays on a regular basis. Typically, volunteers come and work a few hours in the mornings, although more hours are appreciated during the holidays. The schedule can be flexible, and you can work as much or as little as you like!  Regular volunteer tasks include but are not limited to:  -popping popcorn -drizzling caramel corn -making confections like our famous dipped caramel crispies, gourmet pretzels, and dipped cookie pops -packaging and sealing popcorn and confections -putting together gift boxes -labeling packaging -light cleaning of work area and/or store  -stocking store

Please note, most of the positions involve standing and some lifting. When working directly with food, you will be required to wear gloves, an apron, and a hairnet.

Volunteer Application: https://formstack.io/2H_Gd3scgXdiV0yO3oVz1RwbHnvXYYKL9hpcFJyT-soupDAfnKhQqLbwDaLbgupp1dSi1kvuduMImWzXXla3Vw

Our work at Youth For Christ exists in the overlap of God's story, our story and the story of a young person. At the core of our ministry, we meet kids at pivotal moments to build lasting relationships in which God can work. Volunteer With Us Today!  (volunteer application link below)

1. Donations Attendant / Sorter : 4-8hrs daily (general)

2. Cashier: M - Saturday 3-6hrs 

3. Electronics Tester / Stocker 2-4hrs a week

4. Pick-up assistant 3-5hrs M-Thurs 

5. Hanging, pricing, stocking assistant (clothing) 2-6hrs M - Sat

6. General Housekeeping (sweeping, wipe downs, etc)

7. Housewares assistant: stocking / organizing

8. Social Media coordinator 2-4hrs per week

9. Librarian (Book Guru) Sorting, Stocking and Organizing books

10. Greeter / Floor person 8hrs M-F and Sat 7hrs 11.

Volunteer Application: https://formstack.io/2H_Gd3scgXdiV0yO3oVz1RwbHnvXYYKL9hpcFJyT-soupDAfnKhQqLbwDaLbgupp1dSi1kvuduMImWzXXla3Vw

Our volunteers are essential to what we do at Centrica Care Navigators, and they are nothing less than extraordinary in their generosity and care. As a Centrica volunteer, you do not provide medicine or physical care as the physicians, nurses, and aides do. You can brighten someone’s day and help ease their suffering simply by being present, holding a hand, and lending an ear. We will help match you with assignments that fit your unique skills, interests, and schedule. We also provide extensive training and support, so you feel prepared and confident for your role.

Hospice services are flexible and driven by each client’s unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Clients may be living in their private residence, a community care facility, or in one of our agency-operated hospice sites. Volunteers have an array of opportunities including:

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!

Our volunteers are essential to what we do at Centrica Care Navigators, and they are nothing less than extraordinary in their generosity and care. As a Centrica volunteer, you do not provide medicine or physical care as the physicians, nurses, and aides do. You can brighten someone’s day and help ease their suffering simply by being present, holding a hand, and lending an ear. We will help match you with assignments that fit your unique skills, interests, and schedule. We also provide extensive training and support, so you feel prepared and confident for your role.

Hospice services are flexible and driven by each client’s unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Clients may be living in their private residence, a community care facility, or in one of our agency-operated hospice sites. Volunteers have an array of opportunities including:

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!

Our volunteers are essential to what we do at Centrica Care Navigators, and they are nothing less than extraordinary in their generosity and care. As a Centrica volunteer, you do not provide medicine or physical care as the physicians, nurses, and aides do. You can brighten someone’s day and help ease their suffering simply by being present, holding a hand, and lending an ear. We will help match you with assignments that fit your unique skills, interests, and schedule. We also provide extensive training and support, so you feel prepared and confident for your role.

Hospice services are flexible and driven by each client’s unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Clients may be living in their private residence, a community care facility, or in one of our agency-operated hospice sites. Volunteers have an array of opportunities including:

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!

Our volunteers are essential to what we do at Centrica Care Navigators, and they are nothing less than extraordinary in their generosity and care. As a Centrica volunteer, you do not provide medicine or physical care as the physicians, nurses, and aides do. You can brighten someone’s day and help ease their suffering simply by being present, holding a hand, and lending an ear. We will help match you with assignments that fit your unique skills, interests, and schedule. We also provide extensive training and support, so you feel prepared and confident for your role.

Hospice services are flexible and driven by each client’s unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Clients may be living in their private residence, a community care facility, or in one of our agency-operated hospice sites. Volunteers have an array of opportunities including:

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!

Our volunteers are essential to what we do at Centrica Care Navigators, and they are nothing less than extraordinary in their generosity and care. As a Centrica volunteer, you do not provide medicine or physical care as the physicians, nurses, and aides do. You can brighten someone’s day and help ease their suffering simply by being present, holding a hand, and lending an ear. We will help match you with assignments that fit your unique skills, interests, and schedule. We also provide extensive training and support, so you feel prepared and confident for your role.

Hospice services are flexible and driven by each client’s unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Clients may be living in their private residence, a community care facility, or in one of our agency-operated hospice sites. Volunteers have an array of opportunities including:

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!

Our volunteers are essential to what we do at Centrica Care Navigators, and they are nothing less than extraordinary in their generosity and care. As a Centrica volunteer, you do not provide medicine or physical care as the physicians, nurses, and aides do. You can brighten someone’s day and help ease their suffering simply by being present, holding a hand, and lending an ear. We will help match you with assignments that fit your unique skills, interests, and schedule. We also provide extensive training and support, so you feel prepared and confident for your role.

Hospice services are flexible and driven by each client’s unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Clients may be living in their private residence, a community care facility, or in one of our agency-operated hospice sites. Volunteers have an array of opportunities including:

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!

Our volunteers are essential to what we do at Centrica Care Navigators, and they are nothing less than extraordinary in their generosity and care. As a Centrica volunteer, you do not provide medicine or physical care as the physicians, nurses, and aides do. You can brighten someone’s day and help ease their suffering simply by being present, holding a hand, and lending an ear. We will help match you with assignments that fit your unique skills, interests, and schedule. We also provide extensive training and support, so you feel prepared and confident for your role.

Hospice services are flexible and driven by each client’s unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Clients may be living in their private residence, a community care facility, or in one of our agency-operated hospice sites. Volunteers have an array of opportunities including:

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!

Our volunteers are essential to what we do at Centrica Care Navigators, and they are nothing less than extraordinary in their generosity and care. As a Centrica volunteer, you do not provide medicine or physical care as the physicians, nurses, and aides do. You can brighten someone’s day and help ease their suffering simply by being present, holding a hand, and lending an ear. We will help match you with assignments that fit your unique skills, interests, and schedule. We also provide extensive training and support, so you feel prepared and confident for your role.

Hospice services are flexible and driven by each client’s unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Clients may be living in their private residence, a community care facility, or in one of our agency-operated hospice sites. Volunteers have an array of opportunities including:

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!

Our volunteers are essential to what we do at Centrica Care Navigators, and they are nothing less than extraordinary in their generosity and care. As a Centrica volunteer, you do not provide medicine or physical care as the physicians, nurses, and aides do. You can brighten someone’s day and help ease their suffering simply by being present, holding a hand, and lending an ear. We will help match you with assignments that fit your unique skills, interests, and schedule. We also provide extensive training and support, so you feel prepared and confident for your role.

Hospice services are flexible and driven by each client’s unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Clients may be living in their private residence, a community care facility, or in one of our agency-operated hospice sites. Volunteers have an array of opportunities including:

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!

Our volunteers are essential to what we do at Centrica Care Navigators, and they are nothing less than extraordinary in their generosity and care. As a Centrica volunteer, you do not provide medicine or physical care as the physicians, nurses, and aides do. You can brighten someone’s day and help ease their suffering simply by being present, holding a hand, and lending an ear. We will help match you with assignments that fit your unique skills, interests, and schedule. We also provide extensive training and support, so you feel prepared and confident for your role.

Hospice services are flexible and driven by each client’s unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Clients may be living in their private residence, a community care facility, or in one of our agency-operated hospice sites. Volunteers have an array of opportunities including:

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!

From bingo to exercise, PVM offers a wide variety of daily activities. Assist the activities department or create and oversee your own weekly activity. Example would be coming up with an idea for a craft session with the residents.

From field trips to doctor's appointments, PVM residents are always going somewhere. You would be responsible for transporting residents using our Village buses. Volunteers must have appropriate licensure and an impeccable driving record. See website for more details: https://www.pvm.org/volunteer/

Our six class sessions run all throughout the year! Spring, Summer, and Fall are our traditional sessions where we are outdoors at various courses across West Michigan. In the Winter, we host indoor sessions called homework and hitting where are first goal is to help our students on their homework, and afterwards we work on their swings in hitting nets and play different games. In our traditional sessions, volunteer mentors assist our lead coaches by helping set up and tear down for class, running different stations and games during class, and also aiding in the days lessons. Visit website for more details https://firstteewestmichigan.org/volunteer/

Greetings! We serve hospice patients in your area, all over Michigan and surrounding states. We are a growing company with a passion for taking exceptional care of our patients with dignity and quality during their end-of-life journey. I am reaching out because we have patients in need of companionship around Battle Creek Michigan. Volunteers visit patients where they reside, in their home or facility. The joy and comfort a volunteer extend to a hospice patient is tremendously rewarding. Careline is hoping to share this opportunity with your members by putting this information on your Facebook page, bulletin board, or in newsletter. As a Volunteer Coordinator, I have a passion for this program and for the opportunity to help our hospice patients. I am available to talk to members, small groups, and one on one to go over the volunteer program and its opportunities. We do require volunteers to have a 2 step TB test, fingerprinting, training, and PPE which is provided by Careline. We are looking to build a diverse group of volunteers in all areas. There is no minimum requirement for volunteer hours. Any time donated will be flexible around your schedule. We work to accommodate in the areas that you are willing to service. Volunteers can choose indirect versus direct ways to volunteer. Below are examples of how to direct volunteer: • Crafts, painting, or any creative activity that can be done by the bedside. • Pet companion volunteers( do not have to be Certified therapy dogs) • Veteran to veteran companionship • Music therapy (could be singing, playing, or listening to music) • Companionship, talking, reading a book, puzzles, word searches. • Shoveling, mowing, weeding flower beds, grocery shopping, light housework, dog walking. Below are examples of how to indirect volunteer: • Legacy projects, making a recipe book, sewing a memory pillow out of patient clothing, photos or art for the family, scrap book, or music playlist for a specific patient and family, project holding hands, clay jewelry of like a fingerprint of loved one • General administrative office work • Making fidget blanket for patients, gathering donations for fidget blankets • Supply delivery to clinical team. Please feel free to reach out via the website https://carelinehealthgroup.com/volunteers/volunteer-contact-us/

MacDudley Dragon Entertainment LLC is seeking a volunteer to help with social media postings. Interested in someone who can post on a regular basis throughout the many different platforms used. This would include, Youtube, Facebook, TikTok and Instagram. The idea is to help spread the word and help advertise and market the upcoming festivals this organization puts on throughout the year.

Kalamazoo Defender serves Kalamazoo County as the public defender for those who are faced with criminal charges and are appointed an attorney by the Court. We also provide holistic services including case management, referrals to community partners, and a hub where clients can meet directly with community partners. We are in need of volunteers for the following roles:

- Court Watching: Volunteers will observe court proceedings and take notes on commonalities or differences in the treatment of our clients by the Court.

- Resource Closet: Volunteers will organize donated clothing and hygiene products in our Resource Closet.

Volunteers in this position are stationed in the Resources Center. They support Guest Services staff by greeting guests and welcoming them in a friendly manner. Volunteers in this position are also the Sanctuary’s first impression for guests, and they play an essential role in creating a welcoming and informative environment. The main responsibilities include:

1. Greeting guests and welcoming them to the Sanctuary.

2. Sharing information about activities on the grounds.

3. Suggesting that guests become Sanctuary members.

4. Distributing maps and providing information on programming and upcoming events.

5. Helping to answer or solve various visitor questions or concerns.

6. Helping to run the Resources Center store.

Benefits:

This is a great opportunity to meet Guests from around the Midwest while sharing your passion for Michigan. Active Museum Volunteers enjoy benefits, which include free memberships, discounts in the gift shops and program, and Service Merit Awards.

Requirements:

Physical requirements: Applicants must be able to maneuver around the front patio areas and be comfortable working indoors. They must also be able to learn and retain information on how to run a register and position-specific responsibilities and competencies.

Skills/knowledge required: Applicants must demonstrate excellent customer service skills and be comfortable interacting with a diverse population of Guests (i.e., age, race, gender, etc.).

Other Requirements: Volunteers in this position must be available to attend a one-hour training session for each year they volunteer.

Current Openings:

Various days and shifts are available

Join us at the Habitat ReStore location - 7612 S. Westnedge Avenue Portage, MI

Position Description:     Volunteer

Hours:                                 Monday - Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM or

                                             Saturday 9:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Description:

Volunteers assist with the arrival of all donor drop-offs and truck pick-up items, and help to maintain warehouse and sales floor.

Volunteers also assist with placing merchandise on the sales floor, doing minor "Fix-it" projects, some housekeeping duties.

Enjoy sales? Volunteers can also learn to check out customers, answer phones and assist with some data entry 

General Duties

 Requisite Skills

The Senior Volunteer Program is an opportunity for senior citizens, aged 55 and older, to help build critical skills and appropriate development of our community's youth in: Barry, Branch, Calhoun and St Joseph counties. By sharing time and experience, volunteers can help children learn how to read, prepare younger students for school readiness, tackle tough subjects and make decisions that keep them on the right path.

We are in need of non-bridge items that we provide our community friends in need when they visit us every Saturday.  Please prayerfully consider donating any of the following personal care items - shampoo, toilet paper, laundry detergent, dish detergent, paper towels, Kleenex, toothpaste, and deodorant for our team to distribute to those in need.

If interested, these donated items can be dropped off at the Stanley Centre building which is behind the St. Catherine of Siena church each Saturday between 8:30am - 10:30am EST.  

Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer experience? Pre-K International is seeking volunteers to assist with our After School Care program. Join us from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM and help create a positive and engaging environment for our children.

Interested? Contact us at 269-870-8412 or email assistantprekinternational@gmail.com to learn more and get involved!

Volunteers help mentor small businesses. Training is provided. Looking for folks with some business background, willing to listen and help individuals develop business plans, including financial projections, and marketing information. SCORE trains with many tools.

Provides volunteer opportunties for those who love working with people and nature. If you are at least 18 years of age, like working with people and nature then becoming an adult volunteer at Binder Park Zoo might be just the thing for you. Volunteer application and criminal history background are required.  For more information, please call (269) 979-1351 or email volunteer@binderparkzoo.org or visit https://binderparkzoo.org/volunteer/

We have many volunteer opportunities and are continuing to add to them. Please check out volunteer opportunities online https://www.kazoohumane.org/volunteer

Examples include: Checking in patients to our spay and neuter clinic in the morning or returning them to their happy owners at the end of the day;Keeping an eye on our canine or feline patients after surgery, making sure they are comfortable, walking the dogs, and comforting the cats;Handing out food at our Emergency Pet Food Bank; Helping with general office work such as answering phones and data entry;Helping with laundry and cleaning to keep our facility clean and sanitary;Put your unique skills to work for KHS. Whether you're a crafter, builder, gardener, or whatever your talent is, we'd love to think of ways to work together. Get started by filling out a short application and attend a volunteer orientation to access opportunities and schedules for which you would be a great candidate.

The Alzheimer's Association is looking for confident, self motivated individuals to facilitate our Dementia Caregiver Support Groups. These groups are designed to provide emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings each month. We are looking to expand our facilitator base to add additional groups throughout our area. 

The Alzheimer's Association is looking for confident, self motivated individuals to facilitate our Dementia Caregiver Support Groups. These groups are designed to provide emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings each month. We are looking to expand our facilitator base to add additional groups throughout our area. 

The Alzheimer's Association is looking for confident, self motivated individuals to facilitate our Dementia Caregiver Support Groups. These groups are designed to provide emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings each month. We are looking to expand our facilitator base to add additional groups throughout our area. 

The Alzheimer's Association is looking for confident, self motivated individuals to facilitate our Dementia Caregiver Support Groups. These groups are designed to provide emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings each month. We are looking to expand our facilitator base to add additional groups throughout our area. 

The Alzheimer's Association is looking for confident, self motivated individuals to facilitate our Dementia Caregiver Support Groups. These groups are designed to provide emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings each month. We are looking to expand our facilitator base to add additional groups throughout our area. 

The Alzheimer's Association is looking for confident, self motivated individuals to facilitate our Dementia Caregiver Support Groups. These groups are designed to provide emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings each month. We are looking to expand our facilitator base to add additional groups throughout our area. Training is provided by the Association.

Community Education Presenters

Are you a good public speaker? Are you comfortable talking to a group? If so, the Alzheimer’s Association is looking for you. Our Volunteer Community Educators present scheduled community education meetings on different aspects of the disease to increase dementia awareness and knowledge in our local communities. Upon completion of your training, you will be able to effectively use that knowledge and educate your community about Alzheimer’s disease.

We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities.

Senior companions provide individualized support and companionship to adults 21 and older who need extra assistance to maintain their independence. Potential volunteers must be 55 years old or better, live on a limited income, and enjoy helping others. In exchange for their service of 15-20 hrs/wk, volunteers earn a small TAX-FREE hourly cash stipend. Call to learn more about the program or to request an application package.  Must complete an application which includes a confidential criminal history check and references.  Hours: Available hours are Mon-Fri [8am-5pm]; 15-20 hrs/wk. Schedule is flexible and determined by volunteer's availability and client need. Minimum age: 55

How will you make a difference? If you are age 55 or better we encourage you to join RSVP - Your Invitation to Volunteer.  RSVP, a national service program, partners with nonprofits, schools and healthcare organizations to offer older adults service opportunities that address some of the most important community needs.  RSVP volunteers tutor or mentor youth, help seniors live independently or access health care benefits, serve Veterans, distribute emergency food, teach adults to read, educate older adults on healthy aging, and more.  Hours: One-time, short term, or regular opportunities are available. Minimum age: 55

Participation in RSVP is free, and volunteers receive personal assistance and information about service options identified specifically for them. Available supports include access to limited mileage reimbursement, no cost supplemental accident medical, volunteer liability and automobile liability insurance, an appreciation event, newsletter and more.

Skills and requirements: Must complete an RSVP volunteer application and participate in orientation.  Some service positions with partner agencies require an additional application, and may include criminal history checks, references, driving record check or other pre-service requirements including training.  Must track and report service hours and activities.

Passionate about literacy? Want to help adults with reading and writing? Become a tutor! In as little as two hours per week, you can make a positive impact on someone's life by helping them reach their goals. No experience is necessary, we provide free training, materials, and curriculum. Contact us for the next session dates. Choose to tutor in person or online, with a native English speaker or English Language Learner. For our ESL program, we also have positions available as classroom teachers, classroom assistants, and CASAS test proctors.

Visit kalamazooliteracy.org/volunteer/tutor to sign up today! 

We offer volunteer opportunities at Companion Cats. Opportunities include cleaning and taking care of the cats. Our mission is to find suitable homes for unowned cats, thus ending the suffering of abandoned and homeless cats living on the streets. There is an application available and an interview process if interested, call, email or walk-in for more details.

The Queer Theatre, Inc Board of Directors meets once a month, with additional independent and committee work as needed.  

1. Regularly attends board meetings and important related meetings.
2. Makes serious commitment to participate actively in committee work.
3. Volunteers for and willingly accepts assignments and completes them thoroughly and on time.
4. Stays informed about committee matters, prepares themselves well for meetings, and reviews and comments on minutes and reports.
5. Gets to know other committee members and builds a collegial working relationship that contributes to consensus. 
6. Is an active participant in the committee's annual evaluation and planning efforts.
7. Participates in fund raising for the organization.
8. Actively promotes the organization and our programs in the community.
9. Exemplifies and advances the mission of the organization.
10. Attends productions and volunteer events regularly.

Provides volunteer opportunities for compassionate and loving individuals to be personal caregivers to terminally ill.

Our volunteers are the heart and soul of our organization. Without their unselfish acts we would not be able to provide this much needed cost-free care. Care giving is provided by trained volunteers and staff. Our guests and families are loved and cared for through the kindness and compassion of our volunteers and staff and because of your commitment to support Kairos through your generous donations.

Open and close the playroom for kids in shelter during regular scheduled time. Arrange activities for youth to participate in while in the playroom. Afternoons, evenings and weekends preferred during school year. Summer hours flexible. Minimum of 2 hours each day at least one day a week.

Application, background checks, interview and training required.

Hello! The Kalamazoo Coalition for the Unhoused hosts an event at the Salvation Army known as the Community Resource Event. The event offers a monthly gathering that offers resources for food, showers, resource information and agency support for those agencies apart of the Coalition, haircuts and pet supplies. Reach out via email or facebook for volunteer sign up.

By signing up as a volunteer, you will be helping us pass out resources, check patrons in, serve food, clean up, sort donations, and have good conversation with shelter users! I. Please note, we COMPLETELY rely on folks that sign up to make the shelter run. If you sign up, we need you to show up or notify us if you cannot make it. Thank you for making such a difference! Please review the volunteer handbook prior to your scheduled shift - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yKctQlRveidij_BXnC5eKGXScaSQH1Kj/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=100205555705116190625&rtpof=true&sd=true

If interested in volunteering please reach out via email or Facebook. Also those interested may sign up here: 
https://signup.com/go/kpEXGyz

Our clients deserve to feel confident and their best when attending a court appearance. We are in need of travel size shampoos, soaps, deodorants, facewash, toothpaste, and toothbrushes. We also appreciate menstrual products. Any donations can be delivered to our office at 151 S. Rose St. 2nd floor.

The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services acts as support to first responders during disasters like tornadoes, fires and earthquakes as well as during important training exercises. When our first responders are working long, hot days to keep us safe, they know they can count on The Salvation Army to offer them food, water, and a calm place to take a break.

Volunteers will attend bimonthly training meetings and serve in an as-needed capacity on the Salvation Army canteen (mobile food truck).  

Volunteers for this program will work on a team to build wheelchair ramps for seniors with mobility challenges.

Volunteers can:

On-site ramp builds generally happen on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. However, dates and locations of ramps are subject to change due to weather and other factors. Flexibility is appreciated.
Sites will be supervised by experienced Senior Services staff. We offer gas reimbursement for more distant ramp sites.

Volunteers should have some familiarity with and ability to safely use basic power tools and hand tools. More advanced carpentry knowledge is useful, but not required. Physical activities include standing for short or prolonged periods of time, carrying up to 50 lbs, bending, reaching, and stooping. Limited accommodations can be made when necessary. Volunteers are encouraged to bring basic tools (drill, driver, hammer, tape measure, etc.) if they have them. Minimum age is 18.

Ramp builds for group volunteer projects can be scheduled in advance.

Apply to volunteer on our website: https://milestoneseniorservices.org/volunteer call 269-382-0515 x 123 with any questions!

Volunteers for this program will work on a team to build wheelchair ramps for seniors with mobility challenges.

Volunteers can:

On-site ramp builds generally happen on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. However, dates and locations of ramps are subject to change due to weather and other factors. Flexibility is appreciated.
Sites will be supervised by experienced Senior Services staff. We offer gas reimbursement for more distant ramp sites.

Volunteers should have some familiarity with and ability to safely use basic power tools and hand tools. More advanced carpentry knowledge is useful, but not required. Physical activities include standing for short or prolonged periods of time, carrying up to 50 lbs, bending, reaching, and stooping. Limited accommodations can be made when necessary. Volunteers are encouraged to bring basic tools (drill, driver, hammer, tape measure, etc.) if they have them. Minimum age is 18.

Ramp builds for group volunteer projects can be scheduled in advance.

Fill out Senior Services' Volunteer Application to get started!

Help Kalamazoo Friends of Recreation expand access to program funding assistance by joining us at local community events.

Activities: 

Assist collections manager with organizational tasks related to our 150 year old natural history collection such as cleaning, tagging, boxing, and researching artifacts and historic specimens. 

Assist advisory committee with finding and writing grants, seeking new sponsorships, and advocating for museum collection preservation and education with donors and community partners. 

We need drivers for our Metro Share Van program.  Metro Transit fully trains you and there is no special license other than a valid driver's license.  You pick your hours and days to volunteer.  The schedule is printed weekly and you sign up to drive when you are available.  We are also taking volunteers to drive their private vehicle to transport seniors to medical appointments.  

Please contact Tamra for more information at stafford@sbcglobal.net for more information. 

The Vicksburg Historical Society is in need of individuals that are familiar with (or willing to learn about) archiving photographs and documents. We currently have several collections that are in need of processing. This includes measuring items, placing into archival quality storage bags, writing descriptions, and putting into new locations.

These collections include Vicksburg Commercial (newspaper) photographs and Vicksburg Community Schools photographs (sports, students, one-room schools.

Volunteers- Help the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission prepare and box up meals for the homeless. We serve three meals every day to those in need. Approximate shifts are 6am-8:30am, and 3pm-6pm, every day of the week. Must first fill out a Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries Volunteer Application, which is available at the front desk of the Mission, or an electronic copy can be sent by e-mailing Matt Furrow, Volunteer Coordinator, at: mfurrow@kzoogospel.org 

Our Learning Lab program consist of one-on-one and small group sessions in which volunteers work with students on a particular academic skill (reading, writing, math, science, homework assistance, etc.). Premier Athletics’ main focus is on building students’ strengths or helping them improve their skills in areas that challenge them.

Tutor Qualifications/Skills:

Education, Experience Requirements:

Centrica Journeys offers year-round grief counseling for children, teens, and their families who are hurting from the loss of a loved one. Grieving children can express and process their thoughts and feelings, learn healthy coping skills, and interact with others close in age. This grief counseling program is free and supported by donations from the community.

Professional grief support counselors train the volunteers as they begin their service and are actively involved in each session providing encouragement and support every step of the way.

 Volunteers can assist in a variety of roles:

*Meal Support

*Group Co-Leader

*Greeter

*Preparation/Set Up

Journeys takes place the 2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings of every month. Dinner is provided to the families, and children are divided by age for facilitated activities such as art, music, and interaction to share memories and learn how to cope with their forever-changed lives.

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through the Centrica Care Navigators website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica Care Navigators’ Volunteer Page!

Additional Details

*18 and older

*Is Family Friendly

*Is Wheelchair Accessible

We are in need of individuals or groups to help furnish homes for refugees. Requires moving furniture from storage to home and helping set-up the home. This is an occasional, ongoing need as we welcome refugees to Kalamazoo. Vehicle with moving capacity a plus, but not required. 

Donations of furniture and household items welcome as well. 

Our Amazon Wishlist is continually updated with needs for our refugee resettlement clients. 

See our list here: https://a.co/ecafLBx

Job Title: Volunteer Event Host

Department: Education

Location: 810 Bryant St., Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Travel Required: Some local travel, for outreach events

Starting Salary Range: Volunteer

Position Type: 2-4 hours per week

Position Summary:

Community Homeworks is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower our low-income neighbors to maintain safe, sustainable, and dignified homes in Kalamazoo County. This is achieved through critical home repairs and homeowner education to foster self-sufficient and successful homeowners.

Volunteer Event Hosts support Community Homeworks by providing a welcoming atmosphere to participants who attend workshops, classes, and other similar events. The event hosts also share information about Community Homeworks programs at community outreach (tabling) events. This position has direct contact and frequent interaction with our participants, instructors, staff, community members, and others with an interest in our programs and services. This individual must represent Community Homeworks in a professional manner with courteous customer service and a neat and professional appearance. The Events host works when events are scheduled, which may be during the day, evenings, or on weekends.

Responsibilities:

Minimum Qualifications

Must also have a mission-driven commitment to serving low-income and at-risk families. This position requires an individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable households and prevent housing instability for families in our community.

Volunteer will assist our Intake Specialist during The Salvation Army's open pantry time with getting food and personal hygiene products, etc. for clients. The Pantry is open to clients for assistance on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00-4:00PM both days.

We need volunteers wanting to make cookies, popcorn or other snacks on our Community Living Center (nursing home) units for our Veterans.  Volunteers will prepare items from frozen dough and serve them on the units.  Or if the volunteer would like to assist Veterans in preparing simple cookie recipes as a group activity, that is also possible.

Crescendo is always looking for volunteers to serve on our board of directors and board committees. Various opportunities are available. We are especially interested in persons with experience in marketing, finance, human resources, law, and development.

Sexual Assault Services (SAS) is seeking dedicated individuals to be Volunteer Victim Advocates to respond to the needs of survivors of sexual assaults. Victim advocates provide advocacy & non-judgmental support to survivors throughout Calhoun & Van Buren counties.**

Position: Volunteer Victim Advocate - Van Buren County

Reports to: Volunteer Coordinator

Function: To meet the direct needs of survivors & their non-perpetrating significant others, by offering crisis intervention, support, advocacy, information & referrals

Hours: On-call for at least two shifts per month

Responsibilities:

Skills & Qualifications:

How to become a SAS Volunteer:

Mission:

Sexual Assault Services (SAS) is committed to providing empathic, non-judgmental, comprehensive services, support & advocacy for survivors & others affected by sexual assault or abuse; raising awareness of sexual assault; & engaging others to help in holding offenders accountable & to achieve a community free of sexual violence.

**Note, advocacy for Kalamazoo county is provided by YWCA Kalamazoo.

Class credit is available with approval. 

Sexual Assault Services (SAS) is seeking dedicated individuals to be Volunteer Victim Advocates to respond to the needs of survivors of sexual assaults. Victim advocates provide advocacy & non-judgmental support to survivors throughout Calhoun & Van Buren counties.**

Position: Volunteer Victim Advocate - Calhoun County

Reports to: Volunteer Coordinator

Function: To meet the direct needs of survivors & their non-perpetrating significant others, by offering crisis intervention, support, advocacy, information & referrals

Hours: On-call for at least two shifts per month

Responsibilities:

Skills & Qualifications:

How to become a SAS Volunteer:

Mission:

Sexual Assault Services (SAS) is committed to providing empathic, non-judgmental, comprehensive services, support & advocacy for survivors & others affected by sexual assault or abuse; raising awareness of sexual assault; & engaging others to help in holding offenders accountable & to achieve a community free of sexual violence.

**Note, advocacy for Kalamazoo county is provided by YWCA Kalamazoo.

Class credit is available with approval. 

Volunteers are needed to assist refugees through transportation to appointments, stores, job interviews, and more. Transportation needed on an as-needed basis. This is invaluable support to provide to newcomers as they adjust to their new community and learn independence skills. 

Transportation volunteers are required to use their personal cars, with proof of active insurance and the completion of background checks. Mileage reimbursement is available. 

POSITION OVERVIEW
Performs general maintenance and repairs to equipment, yard, and building. Requires practical knowledge and skill in painting, plumbing and electrical work.

KEY DUTIES
· Performs maintenance repairs as needed
· Completes minor repairs such as patching holes and painting
· Repairs electrical receptacles, wires, switches, and fixtures. Also, will be asked to check lights throughout building,
· Completes minor plumbing repairs.
· Completes other minor work requests such as but not limited to, moving of furniture, checking smoke alarms, checking baseboard heat, putting shelves together, mowing lawn, etc.
· All other duties as assigned by Shelter Manager or designee

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
· Understanding and/or ability to learn domestic violence dynamics, investment in the empowerment philosophy, organizational skills, crisis intervention skills, and an ability to access community resources

MINIMUM LEARNING OUTCOMES
· Understanding of maintenance in general. Self-motivation and ability to work independently.
· 2-hour orientation training

Wish Granters work with a partner to meet with wish kids and their families to help determine their wishes, and then work with our staff to make those wishes a reality. Wish-granting volunteers must be 21 years of age, attend a wish-granting training and be able to commit to at least one year of volunteering.  Currently, all wish discovery meetings with families are being done virtually.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out an application at this link: VS Dept.: Volunteer Application Version 1 - Michigan - Formstack

Great opportunity for sewers, knitters, crocheters, woodworkers and more!  Make clothing (ages 2 to 14), toys, jewelry, purses, etc. that will go to children around the world in shoeboxes filled with love, prayers and your handmade gifts.  Many of these children have never received a gift or heard that there is a God who loves them. So thankful for all who have responded so far.

Our local teams would love to have new (or like new in the case of Beanie Babies) stuffed animals, toys (soccer balls with pumps & needles, dolls, balls, cars, frisbees, Legos, etc), school supplies (pens, pencils, crayons, rulers, chalk, erasers, markers) children's clothing (ages 2 to 14), bar soap,or washcloths.  

We have a goal of packing 5000 shoeboxes full of love, prayers and gifts like those above to go to children in over 100 countries, many of whom have never received a gift or heard that there is a God who loves them.

Contact Linda Marvin (269 986-0654) for details on drop off or pick up.

As we prepare to re-enter the building from the Summer distribution efforts on the outside of the building, we need a lot of help.  All volunteers must be 18 or older, unless part of a group, able to climb stairs, and lift 10-15 pounds.  There are many roles in which to serve our hurting neighbors:  greeter, receptionist/data entry, donation intake worker, clothing assistant, warehouse worker, newsletter writer, fundraiser, teacher (for art/social skills classes), etc.  Let us know what your talents/skills/interests are.  You may be able to add new energy to the life of the ministry.  If you have a few hours per week to give the Kalamazoo Dream Center, your help would be appreciated, and you would be making a positive difference in the lives of others. 

Please feel free to contact Bonnie Hudson at 269- 271-5796 for more information. 

Families & Groups Are Welcome for special projects.

As always we appreciate the generosity and support of our community!

Centrica Care Navigators is looking for Pet Therapy dogs, and their humans, to share their unique gifts as a member of the care team offering support and comfort during this end-of-life journey. Pet Therapy dogs offer a calming and loving distraction for clients and their families as well as reduces anxiety and loneliness. As a Pet Therapy Volunteer, you and your dog choose your assignments and may visit any of the Arbors, Adult Day Services, or client’s home/facility in which they reside in any of the counties in which Centrica Care Navigators covers.

We require all dogs to be certified in order to become a volunteer. If you have a calm and friendly dog that you believe would be a great pet therapy dog, staff are more than willing to help walk you through the process if you wish to get your dog certified. And if you know of any Therapy Dog Teams, we will work with you and the team to organize a date or create an event to provide services to our clients.

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!

Rose Arbor Place is a 18 bed Hospice Residence that provides 24/7 compassionate care to those with a prognosis of 30 days or less who need additional care and comfort. Volunteers play a vital role in supporting the mission of the residence by providing compassionate care and amazing customer service. Great joy can be found in helping someone live life to its fullest; for as long as life lasts. Volunteers offer an array of services, including:

Becoming a hospice volunteer could be the most rewarding experience of your life. Contact us today to learn more about this unique opportunity. Fill out your information through Centrica's Website by clicking the following link and we will reach out to you when we receive your inquiry. Click here for Centrica's Volunteer Page!