Opportunities From: Connect2Community

Position Summary
The Volunteer Coordinator is a volunteer role. 

This role builds positive relationships with volunteers, strengthens community engagement, and ensures that all volunteer activities align with the organization’s mission and goals.

Develop and implement strategies to attract a diverse pool of volunteers.

Maintain up-to-date volunteer postings on relevant platforms.

Deliver training materials, resources, and ongoing support to an already in place volunteer system.

Maintain the volunteer calendar and schedule individuals and groups for events and programs.

Communicate with volunteers regarding upcoming opportunities and needs via sign up genius platform.

Coordinate facilitators and provide guidance and problem-solving for their volunteer shifts.

Foster a positive, inclusive, and appreciative environment for volunteers.

Gather feedback to continually enhance the volunteer experience.

Track volunteer hours and participation in the volunteer management system.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Proficiency with email platforms, spreadsheets, and volunteer management software (or willingness to learn).

Time Commitment: 3-hour shift
Location: Underserved school or community site

Free Book Fair Facilitators help bring the joy of reading directly to students by setting up and running a free book fair at an underserved school. Volunteers create a welcoming, positive experience where every child gets to select free books to take home and keep. This is a hands-on, high-impact role that supports literacy, choice, and excitement around reading.

Set Up the Book Fair:
Arrange books on tables by grade level or category; help create an inviting and organized display.

Guide Students Through Book Selection:
Welcome each class, explain how the fair works, assist children in browsing, and ensure every student receives their allotted number of free books.

Engage Positively With Students and Staff:
Offer encouragement, answer questions, and create a fun atmosphere that celebrates reading and book ownership.

Maintain Flow & Organization:
Keep tables stocked, tidy, and easy to browse as classes rotate through.

Support Fair Operations:
Help manage lines, keep count of books distributed if needed, and assist teachers or staff during class transitions.

Pack Up Afterward:
Help consolidate leftover books, break down tables or displays, and load materials for transport.

Enjoy working with children and creating joyful experiences.

Comfortable in busy school environments.

Able to lift and carry boxes of books (typically 20–30 lbs).

Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about literacy and equity.

Punctual and dependable for the full 3-hour shift.

By helping run a free book fair, volunteers directly support reading access and help students build their own home libraries—often for the first time. Your presence ensures a smooth and meaningful experience for hundreds of children.

Gift Giveaway is Haven's holiday event that allows clients to shop for items for themselves and their children. This event consists of 3 set-up/donation intake days, Dec. 11-13, and three shopping days, Dec. 14-16, with different volunteer opportunities on each day. Dec. 17th will be a tear down and clean-up day. Please see below for volunteer tasks.

December 11th, 12th, and 13th-Set Up/Donation Intake Days - volunteers will accept donations, set up the room, organize and sort the donations, and take inventory.

December 14th,15th and 16th-Shopping Days - volunteers will help clients with their shopping, restocking tables, and keep things organized.

December 17th- Tear Down/Inventory and Clean Up

Light snacks will be provided all days. 

Metro Detroit Christmas in the City: Adopt-A-Family 2025 Presented by Youth Community Agency & YCA Macomb: Job Clinic + Resource Center Program Overview Every holiday season, Youth Community Agency brings warmth, compassion, and hope to local families through our Metro Detroit Christmas in the City: Adopt-A-Family initiative. This 7th annual program connects community sponsors and donors with families in need, ensuring that every child experiences the joy and magic of the holidays—no matter their circumstances.

This year, we’re seeking to adopt a total of 10 families across Metro Detroit:

Help provide support to individuals and families in need across Macomb & Wayne Counties.  Distribution Associates will assist with organizing or delivering items for community distributions.

Monthly every second Saturday

Remaining 2025 Dates: Emergency distribution scheduled for Saturday, November 29th and December 13th,

2026 Dates: January 10th, February 14th, March 14th, April 11th, May 9th, June 13th, July 11th, August 8th, September 12th, October 10th, November 14th, and December 12th.

Shifts:

 8 - 10 AM Packers

11 AM - 1 PM Distribution Team

2 hours per shift

Please visit our website at elmsfamilyandcommunityservices.org to learn more about us.  Contact us at info@elmsfamilyandcommunityservices.org or 313-398-9445.

Elms Family and Community Services is seeking mentors for its 2025 - 26 Youth Programs.  Mentors will assist in guiding middle and high school youth.  The mentor will serve as lead support to youth involved in EFCS programs, assist in facilitating group workshops and coordinating experiential learning opportunities for program participants.

This position would require 2 hours for weekly program meetings with participants and 4 hours monthly for engagement with mentees.

All volunteers must complete a background check and must be cleared as a school volunteer with participating schools.  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 Sterling Volunteer background check will come at no cost to the volunteer. Once the background check is complete (average 1-2 business days), you will receive an email notifying you that you may complete your registration. There is a School Volunteer background check required, which will also come at no cost to the volunteer.

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

Elms Family and Community Services (EFCS) is seeking to fill its Board of Directors Chair role. This is a volunteer (unpaid) chair role that serves as a member of the organization’s Board.

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: The Board of Directors Chair provides Board oversight for the organization.

The Chair: 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:

Education/Experience Required:

The successful candidate must be available to attend Board of Directors meetings monthly, quarterly or as needed and a monthly commitment of approximately 3-5 hours. Additional time will be required during orientation and budget development processes.

Term: This is a 3-year term appointment.

All volunteer and Board members 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. 

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

End the year by volunteering at Stony Creek Metropark! The forests and other natural areas found here need a helping hand. Volunteers will help natural resources staff remove invasive shrubs while learning about how their work helps preserve important ecosystems.

All necessary tools and equipment will be provided. We will provide gloves, but feel free to bring your favorite pair! Please be sure to dress for working outdoors and off-trail in areas that may include poison ivy (long pants, layered clothing, closed-toe shoes, rain gear, hat, sunscreen, etc.). Don’t forget to bring a bottle of water!

Ages: 12 and up.

Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Cost: Free!

Location: Stony Creek Metropark, Nature Center

Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. three days before the program. REGISTER HERE

Read to a Child is a national literacy and mentoring non-profit that fosters a love of reading, improves literacy skills, and empowers underserved children by inspiring adults to read aloud to them regularly. Research shows that reading aloud to children is the single most important activity for eventual success in reading, a key factor for success in school, work, and life.  When an adult reads aloud to a child, both parties have a joyful, rewarding experience that instills a love of reading, improves literacy skills, and enhances a child’s self-confidence. 

WHAT IS NEEDED? Volunteers are needed to serve as reading mentors for Kindergarten through fourth graders at local schools during their lunchtime. The goal is to instill a love of reading and provide social-emotional support.

WHEN DOES THE PROGRAM TAKE PLACE? WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT? Mentors attend 30 minute reading sessions with their student once a week or every other week through the end of the school year.

WHERE DOES THE PROGRAM TAKE PLACE? Volunteers participate in sessions at one of partner schools (https://readtoachild.org/locations/detroit/participating-schools-detroit/).

HOW ARE THE CHILDREN SELECTED FOR THE PROGRAM? Teachers select specific students to participate in the Read Aloud Mentoring Program because they are 1) behind their age group in reading proficiency; 2) would benefit from the attention of a caring adult; 3) and/or English is their second language.

I’VE NEVER BEEN A READING MENTOR. WILL I RECEIVE ANY TRAINING? Yes. All volunteers will attend an information and training session prior to beginning the program.

ONCE I JOIN THE PROGRAM, WHAT DO I DO IF I HAVE A QUESTION OR CAN’T MAKE IT TO MY SCHEDULED READING SESSION FOR THE WEEK? The Read Aloud Mentoring Program is well-managed by a Program Coordinator staffed at each site. If you have questions, or cannot make it to your reading session you can call the Program Coordinator to notify them and reschedule where possible.

As a volunteer tax preparer, you can ensure that our clients get the best return on their taxes. No need to be an accountant.  We arm you with tax law training and on-site expert support so that you can confidently complete accurate returns. With a minimum commitment of 30 hours, you can help us return millions of dollars to members of our community this season.

Training is available at several locations in southeast Michigan, including colleges. Both new and returning volunteers take training courses to learn more about tax issues, credits, and changes in the tax law. Training includes practice with the tax preparation software (Taxslayer), IRS certification tests and free food!

Once trained & certified, you will then be eligible able to volunteer at one of our tax sites located throughout Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Livingston and Washtenaw counties. Our tax sites are in public spaces such as libraries, community centers, and human resource agencies. Numerous shifts are available throughout Monday-Saturday so you will get to choose the volunteer shift & location that works best for you!

For more information, please visit: https://accountingaidsociety.org/volunteers/

The Ypsilanti Thrift Shop, a local all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit, is in need of volunteers to help in our Marking room.  In this position you would be responsible for receiving, sorting, marking/pricing, and displaying donations for sale. You may also assist with bi-annual changeover and other duties as needed. You would also enjoy first dibs to purchase donated items! This is a very sociable and fun way to give back to the community as all of our net proceeds are donated to local charities and people in need. Schedule based on your availability within our hours of operation.

The City of Detroit is partnering with several food distribution locations throughout the city to support those in need.

Click here to view all available volunteer opportunities.

Help keep our babies healthy and dry!  Join our monthly diaper distribution and ensure that babies are cared for!  Join us on the fourth Wednesday of every month and help distribute diapers and wipes to our Wayne Metro families in need!  This is an outdoor distribution so please dress for the weather.

Brilliant Cities/Detroit currently has 18 operating hubs and there are always different opportunities that are in need of volunteer assistance. Whether it is reading one-on-one or with a group, managing activity stations, painting a room, event material set-up/restore, categorizing the book library, or sorting in-kind donations; our hubs have specific needs that arise throughout the year.

Current volunteer opportunities:

Brilliant Grixdale Farms Fall Clean-Up

Our Grixdale Farms hub has been closed for the summer and is ready for a fresh start this fall! We’re inviting volunteers to help us prepare the space for reopening as a vibrant center for literacy programming and community events. As a hub organization volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in getting the space ready by decluttering and deep cleaning, organizing supplies and materials, and helping to create an efficient, welcoming environment where our Brilliant participants can gather, connect, and learn. Volunteers groups are especially encouraged to join us! Flexible scheduling available; please inquire.

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Brilliant Dexter-Linwood Basement Organization Project

Help create a welcoming and efficient space for our Brilliant participants! We're looking for volunteers to assist with organizing the basement of our Dexter-Linwood hub which is home to our free community clothing closet. Volunteers will assist with assembling shelving units, sorting totes, and organizing clothing by size. Your efforts will help us maintain a welcoming, clutter-free environment, making it easier for community members to access the resources they need. Flexible scheduling available; please inquire.

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Brilliant Cody Rouge Basement and Garage Organization

We're looking for volunteers to assist with organizing the garage and basement rooms, assembling shelving units, and storing totes—some heavy lifting required. Your volunteer efforts will support smoother operations and ensure resources are accessible in a clutter-free environment. Flexible scheduling available, please inquire. 

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Brilliant Brightmoor Organization & Redesign 

Our Brightmoor location is currently looking for volunteers to help organize basement rooms, assemble shelving units, and properly store totes to declutter and sort items. Volunteers will assist in creating storage solutions and ensuring our programming areas remain clean and functional. Tasks may include lifting and moving boxes, sorting supplies, and organizing materials. Volunteers are needed weekdays between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

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Brilliant Fitzgerald Clothing Closet Organization 

Brilliant Detroit's Fitzgerald Hub hosts a community clothing closet that provides free clothing to those in need, helping to boost self-esteem by allowing individuals to feel confident and included with appropriate attire. This is especially crucial for families facing clothing insecurity, as it can positively impact academic performance and social interactions. The Fitzgerald location is seeking monthly volunteers to assess the quality, condition and seasonal appropriateness of their clothing donations and help categorize them by type and size. Volunteers are preferably needed during the week between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. on a monthly basis

Our amazing care team at Hope Clinic is looking for volunteer Clinicians available to help at our Westland and Ypsilanti free clinic locations. (Alternatively, we are also looking for clinicians who are willing to offer pro-bono services to Hope Clinic patients at their own offices.)

This is a wonderful opportunity to give of your time and talents to help your neighbors in need. If you are a licensed clinician, we hope you’ll consider volunteering and helping in our effort to make lives better!

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

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

Our biggest need is for Tuesday afternoons, but we are also looking for additional folks on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday mornings. 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!

Hope Clinic offers free medical care to those without insurance, and we need folks to help in the Pharmacy!

We are looking for Pharmacists/Pharmacy Techs or RNs who can come on a regular basis to help in the Pharmacy/Dispensary This is more of a physician’s supply closet and an RN can legally dispense meds under clinicians’ orders. We do not fill prescriptions that come from outside Hope Clinic.

Requirements:

Able to commit to a regular shift for at least a few months

Compassionate

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 is an amazing non-profit where the efforts of volunteers are effectively multiplied to help make lives better for those in need. Our dedicated volunteer care-providers truly provide a haven of help + healing.

Food drives are a great way to engage your group and support food-insecure neighbors. At Hope Clinic, our choice-based pantry lets clients select the items for themselves—promoting dignity and empowering them to make decisions based on their needs and tastes.

We accept unexpired, shelf-stable items, including:

We encourage donations of the same quality you'd buy for your own family—brand-name or organic items show our clients we believe they should get the very best.

For ideas and more information, visit our website https://thehopeclinic.org/projects/2020/11/12/how-to-host-a-food-drive

Our amazing care team at Hope Clinic is looking for volunteer Clinicians available to help at our Westland and Ypsilanti free clinic locations. (Alternatively, we are also looking for clinicians who are willing to offer pro-bono services to Hope Clinic patients at their own offices.)

This is a wonderful opportunity to give of your time and talents to help your neighbors in need. If you are a licensed clinician, we hope you’ll consider volunteering and helping in our effort to make lives better!

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

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

Our biggest need is for Tuesday afternoons, but we are also looking for additional folks on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday mornings. 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!

Hope Clinic offers free medical care to those without insurance, and we need folks to help in the Pharmacy!

We are looking for Pharmacists/Pharmacy Techs or RNs who can come on a regular basis to help in the Pharmacy/Dispensary This is more of a physician’s supply closet and an RN can legally dispense meds under clinicians’ orders. We do not fill prescriptions that come from outside Hope Clinic.

Requirements:

Able to commit to a regular shift for at least a few months

Compassionate

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 is an amazing non-profit where the efforts of volunteers are effectively multiplied to help make lives better for those in need. Our dedicated volunteer care-providers truly provide a haven of help + healing.

Food drives are a great way to engage your group and support food-insecure neighbors. At Hope Clinic, our choice-based pantry lets clients select the items for themselves—promoting dignity and empowering them to make decisions based on their needs and tastes.

We accept unexpired, shelf-stable items, including:

We encourage donations of the same quality you'd buy for your own family—brand-name or organic items show our clients we believe they should get the very best.

For ideas and more information, visit our website https://thehopeclinic.org/projects/2020/11/12/how-to-host-a-food-drive

Hosting a food or personal care drive is a meaningful way to bring your group together while directly supporting survivors and families rebuilding their lives. At First Step, we promote dignity and choice—allowing families to select the items that best meet their needs and preferences.

With recent and future funding cuts, we have an urgent need for support as families face the holidays. Your donations can help ensure survivors and their children have nourishing meals, personal care items and other critical supplies during this time.

Unexpired, shelf-stable items needed, such as:
Canned goods: fruits, vegetables, soups, proteins, coffee
Dry goods: cereals, pasta, rice, baking items, snacks
Condiments & spreads: sauces, spices, nut butters
Personal care & household essentials: hygiene products, paper products, diapers, cleaning supplies

Please check expiration dates on all items before dropping them off.

For more information, visit our website https://www.firststep-mi.org/donate/mostneeded/ or contact Barb Davis at bdavis@firststep-mi.org. A more detailed Donation Guide can be provided.

Drivers are needed to drive our vans with bell ringers to their stores. 

Hello Community Partners,

My name is Janice Banks Founder/President of Looking at the whole picture foundation -Connecting Veterans and Returning Citizens and their Families to Community Resources.

We all are aware  that a lot families are loosing their SNAP benefits, government workers are on furlough and much more.

I'm asking if I can count on you and your team to make these families Christmas a little bit Merrier.

You decide on how many families you would like to adopt, the family size to include mom and dad ( or just the children). If you decide to select age appropriate toys/gifts or select from their "Wishlist" ( I let the families know that nothing is guaranteed). I know even when donating there is budget you must follow.

I can get the family information to you as as possible. I know it is early but I also know you have a very busy schedule. I also want to respect  your time as well.

I look forward to talking with you soon.

Janice Banks

313 320-4237

**Please use this link to sign up: https://pointapp.org/orgs/7540**

Hospitality House serves over 900 households each month through its client-choice food pantry, allowing families and individuals experiencing food insecurity to choose the items that best meet their needs. In 2024, Hospitality House distributed more than 1.2 million pounds of food and supported over 5,000 community members.

Volunteers are needed to help the pantry run smoothly. There are two primary roles:

Shopper Assistant:

Stocker:

Available Shifts (multiple dates):

Mondays: 11:45 AM – 4:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Tuesdays: 12:15 PM – 4:30 PM

Thursdays: 9:45 AM – 2:00 PM and 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM

2nd and 4th Saturdays: 9:45 AM – 2:00 PM

To sign up for your preferred shift, please use the link above.

Do you have a passion for helping young people succeed? A Place of Hope, the after-school program at New Hope Baptist Church (serving Ann Arbor for nearly 60 years), is seeking dedicated volunteer tutors to support students in grades K–12. Tutors will assist with homework, reading, writing, and math, while also encouraging students to build confidence and discover their potential. In addition to academics, our program offers creative outlets like film/media, writing, community service, and field trips.

When & Where:

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

5:30–7:30 PM

Social Hall, New Hope Baptist Church, Ann Arbor

What You’ll Gain:

Meaningful connections with local youth

Leadership and mentoring experience

The chance to make a lasting impact in the community

Help keep our senior neighbors stay nourished!  Our monthly food distribution needs volunteers to pack and place food boxes in cars.  This opportunity takes place outside.

Join a community of mentors helping students grow through patient, one‑on‑one support and joyful, well‑designed learning experiences.

Looking to put your coding skills to work for real impact? Join VolunQueer, a groundbreaking global platform connecting LGBTQIA+ folks and allies with safe, affirming volunteer opportunities. We’re building a community-driven app from the ground up—and we need creative developers like you.

As a Full Stack Developer, you’ll gain hands-on experience working with modern technologies (AWS, Django, Python, JavaScript, React), collaborating with a team, and shaping features that will directly empower organizations and volunteers. Think profile systems, event tools, group features, and more. Your code will literally build community.

This is more than a project, it’s a chance to learn, experiment, and leave your mark on something meaningful. Whether you’re polishing your portfolio, expanding your skillset, or just want to geek out while making a difference, this is for you.

Join us to code change, spark connection, and help create a platform where everyone belongs.

Looking to put your coding skills to work for real impact? Join VolunQueer, a groundbreaking platform connecting LGBTQIA+ folks and allies with safe, affirming volunteer opportunities. We’re building a community-driven app from the ground up—and we need creative developers like you.

As a Full Stack Developer, you’ll gain hands-on experience working with modern technologies (AWS, Django, Python, JavaScript, React), collaborating with a team, and shaping features that will directly empower organizations and volunteers. Think profile systems, event tools, group features, and more, your code will literally build community.

This is more than a project, it’s a chance to learn, experiment, and leave your mark on something meaningful. Whether you’re polishing your portfolio, expanding your skillset, or just want to geek out while making a difference, this is for you.

This fall, our Brightmoor hub is hosting Givemoor Distribution Days every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., families can access essential items like clothing, books, and diapers in a warm, organized environment designed to encourage meaningful selection and community engagement. 

We’re currently looking for volunteers who can assist with set-up, breakdown, and management of the distribution station. If you are social, detail-oriented and have a heart for giving, we would love to have you join us! 

Come create an empowering learning environment for students this Fall semester! 

During our after-school programming, students will work independently on homework assignments, complete educational worksheets, and engage in independent reading time. We’re looking for volunteers to provide support and assistance with homework, teach positive study habits, and encourage questions for students in K-3rd grade during our Fall semester, between 9/17 and 12/17, from 3:30-5 p.m.

Do you enjoy research and want to make a real difference in your community right from home? Join us as a Volunteer Researcher for Ways to Connect, a national crowdsourced directory of volunteer platforms.

Many people want to volunteer but struggle to find the right entry points—especially in smaller towns or underserved areas. At the same time, local volunteer centers and grassroots groups often go unnoticed due to low visibility. Ways to Connect bridges this gap by helping people discover the best local websites, service clubs, and networks already in place.

As a Volunteer Researcher, your work will directly improve the visibility of these resources, making it easier for neighbors to find meaningful ways to give back.

What You’ll Do:

Conduct simple online research to identify local volunteer platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming events for communities around the country.

Update and enrich your community’s page on Ways to Connect, ensuring content is accurate, current, and inviting.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Flexibility: Volunteer anytime, anywhere—it’s fully remote.

Small time commitment: Contribute as little as 2 hours, or as much as you’d like.

Immediate impact: Your research helps neighbors discover real ways to serve their community.

Skill-building: Strengthen online research, critical thinking, and content creation skills.

Growth opportunities: Explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador Program.

Recognition: See your contributions go live on a national platform, with the option to be credited on our Contributors page.

Join us for a cozy and festive afternoon at our Fitzgerald Hub, filled with holiday cheer, creativity, and fun for the whole family!

This joyful event will bring neighbors together to celebrate the winter season with board games, ornament and mug crafting, dancing, delicious food, and plenty of laughter. Families will also enjoy warm cocoa, donuts, and special gifts! It’s the perfect way to strengthen community ties and spread holiday joy in a welcoming space!

Volunteers will play a vital role in making the day a success by assisting children with board games, supporting at the cocoa and food stations, helping at the craft tables, and distributing gifts! Your energy and kindness will help create a festive and memorable holiday gathering! Our volunteer shifts include: 1-3 p.m. and 3-5 p.m.

Role Overview
We’re seeking passionate Volunteer Developers to support the design and build of our platform. This is a collaborative role where you’ll contribute directly to the development of features that connect people to meaningful service. You’ll work with our team of organizers, designers, and fellow developers to bring ideas to life.

Responsibilities

Contribute to development of our React frontend and AWS backend (Amplify, Lambda, RDS, S3).

Write clean, maintainable code in JavaScript/TypeScript and Python.

Assist with API integrations, data modeling, and automation.

Collaborate with UX designers to create intuitive user experiences.

Participate in code reviews and brainstorming sessions.

Document processes and share knowledge with the team.

Qualifications

Familiarity with React and/or AWS (helpful but not required).

Python skills a plus.

Interest in social impact, LGBTQIA+ community, and technology for good.

Willingness to learn, collaborate, and contribute to a startup-style project.

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on experience with full-stack development and cloud infrastructure.

Opportunity to build portfolio-worthy projects with real-world impact.

Networking with technologists, nonprofits, and queer leaders.

The chance to be part of an inclusive, mission-driven community.

Time Commitment
Flexible, 5–10 hours per week. Remote contribution with optional team calls.

Join the VolunQueer development team and help us shape the future of LGBTQIA+ volunteer engagement. We are seeking UX Designers and Full Stack Developers with experience in Python, JavaScript, and React to design intuitive user experiences, build dynamic front-end components, and support our back-end systems. Volunteers will collaborate with our core team in an agile, supportive environment where your work directly impacts community connection and inclusion. This is a flexible, project-based opportunity—ideal for those who want to contribute their skills to a meaningful mission while growing their portfolio and professional network.

Join us for a festive holiday celebration at our Pontiac hub filled with creativity, community, and joy for the whole family! 

Join us for a cozy holiday celebration at the Central Hub, filled with festive activities and joyful memories for the whole family! 

Come spread holiday cheer with us at the Brightmoor Hub as we celebrate the season with joy, creativity, and community connection! 

Food Pantry Assistant manages the daily operations of a food pantry, including coordinating food acquisition, managing inventory, distributing food to clients, and ensuring compliance with food safety and program guidelines. This role involves direct client interaction, administrative tasks like data entry and reporting, and collaborating with donors and other organizations to support community members facing food insecurity.

With the colder weather here and the holiday season fast approaching, we need all the help we can get to serve those in need of food support in our community. Please consider giving an hour or two of your time to help run Inkster's only client choice food pantry! 

For more information please visit our website here: https://www.operationrefuge.org/mothers-pantry/

BCI helps homebound seniors receive their Focus: Hope grocery boxes. Each month, on the Friday after the 4th Thursday you can deliver between 6 to 8 Focus: Hope boxes of groceries. Choose to come every month? Then you're able to receive the same route and form a connection with the seniors. This is a wonderful way to make a huge impact every month or once in a while. 

Each box weighs around 30 lbs and typically can fit in the backseat of a sedan and trunk. Orientation required. 

ACC is a proud food distribution partner of Forgotten Harvest. Our location serves an estimated 200+ individuals weekly. Distribution takes place every Thursday morning from 8:30am - 12:30pm or until supplies last. 

Volunteers are needed to assist with unloading and organizing the food items into boxes inside our warehouse and distributing to clients in attendance. Currently we are operating as a drive-thru and walkup system, where the food is loaded directly into clients' cars or carts. 

Volunteers will work primarily outdoors unless sorting food in our warehouse; please dress according to the weather and wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Close-toed shoes recommended. Lifting boxes of 25+ lbs is often involved, but there are frequently smaller/lighter items to be sorted as well. If accommodations are needed, please let us know.

Help us set up and execute our food pantry at Towner! The pantry is on the first Wednesday of each month. Food typically arrives from Food Gatherers at 1:00pm, it is unloaded and set up in the community room til the pantry opens at 2pm and goes til 4pm. We could use your help unloading, organizing the food that is received, displaying food, checking residents in, walking residents through the pantry, and walking food to the homes of the seniors at Towner.

We serve hot meals Mondays - Fridays that are delivered from a caterer.  We need someone to receive and temp the meals, keep them at the correct temp, serve and clean up. The volunteer could work one day a week or all 5 days.  

In a nutshell: Our Corner Store Volunteers help connect patrons to much-needed resources, including fresh food, hygiene and household items, and more! The Corner Store, located in the basement, is a free resource for both Corner patients and the community, at large. The Corner Store Volunteer will manage the overall functioning of the Corner Store during their shift.

Time Commitment:

At least 3 hrs/wk. This is a weekly shift – the same day and time each week – ideally with intention of staying for at least a few months. *We are not open on weekends.

Duties: Tasks may vary depending on which shift is being worked.

Qualifications:

Training:

We are committed to providing crucial resources to our clients, ensuring their basic needs are met during challenging times. Through this volunteer role, you have the opportunity to actively contribute to maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming environment in our various material aid areas. By assisting with stock management and organization in our food pantry, clothing room, and hygiene area, you play a vital role in supporting individuals facing crises and helping them gain stability.

Activating your care in this way will help serve more people and serve them better. Creating an environment that is looked after well, invested in, and welcoming, is also showing respect, investment, and care for those using it. 

We are seeking volunteers that can come in during a weekday. This role is ideally filled by someone who can come in on a recurring basis. This could be once per week, once biweekly, multiple times per week, etc.

We are seeking compassionate individuals who can bring their love, care, and cleanliness to create a clean and inviting kitchen space for our Soup Kitchen. By dedicating your time to deep and detailed cleaning, you will contribute to the smooth operation of our kitchen, enabling us to serve our community with even greater impact. Your efforts will directly benefit the hundreds of community members who rely on our Soup Kitchen every Sunday.

While this role may not be the most visible, it plays a vital part in ensuring that our Soup Kitchen can fulfill its mission of making meaningful impacts. Your commitment to maintaining a clean, polished, and organized kitchen will help us serve more people and enhance the quality of their experience.

We would ideally like for the same volunteer (or two) to come in once per week. This volunteer(s) could come in anytime Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

Help us prep food in commissary kitchen at Zion Lutheran Church to send out to the community. We are a nonprofit that provides free meals to folks who are low-income or experiencing homelessness. Some tasks in our kitchen include chopping produce, preparing sauces or soups, building wraps and sandwiches, washing dishes, cleaning the counters, mixing salads, and more! We would love to have you part of the team any day Monday through Thursday 9am till 12pm, no long-term commitment necessary. You can sign up on our signup genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FAEAA2BA4F9C16-45333473-november

Our food pantries are open Monday through Friday to all community members facing food insecurity. We are looking for volunteers to help at our West (1915 Pauline Blvd) and Carpenter (2650 Carpenter Rd) locations. Volunteers will help process and organize food deliveries from our partner, Food Gatherers, as well as assist clients with shopping at the pantry.

We are looking for a minimum three month commitment.

A brief interview, photo ID, and proof of immunizations is required.  A background check will be conducted for all volunteer positions.

JFS has an urgent need for grocery delivery drivers to provide food assistance to our most vulnerable community members.

As a driver, your responsibilities extend beyond delivering essential nourishment; you also serve as an invaluable extension of JFS, ensuring the well-being of the individuals you serve.

Help us set up and execute our food pantry at Sauk Trail Pointe! The pantry is typically on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month. Food typically arrives from Food Gatherers at 9:30am, it is unloaded and set up in the community room til the pantry opens around 11am and runs til 2pm, or everything has been distributed. We could use your help unloading, organizing the food that is received, displaying food, checking residents in, walking residents through the pantry, and loading food into cars and delivering to nearby homes.

Every 1st & 2nd Friday of the month from 1pm-3pm

Every 1st & 2nd Saturday of the month from 10am-12:30pm. 

Are you looking for a meaningful way to contribute to your community? Redford Interfaith Relief invites you to join our dedicated team of volunteers at our Client Choice Food Pantry. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of individuals and families in need.

Available Positions:

Receiving Associates: Responsible for handling incoming products and preparing them for storage or distribution. Wednesday 12:00PM-3:00PM.

Personal Shoppers: Assist clients in selecting food items based on their preferences and dietary needs. Volunteers for this role are needed Thursday and Friday 9:30AM to 2:30PM.

Stocking Associate: Help restock shelves with donated food items to ensure that our pantry is well-stocked and organized for clients. Volunteers for this role are needed Thursday and Friday 9:30AM to 2:30PM.

Loading Assistant: Aid clients in loading their selected food items into their vehicles, providing essential support as they prepare to take their groceries home. Volunteers for this role are needed Thursday and Friday 9:30AM to 2:30PM.

Requirements:

A commitment to serving the community with compassion and respect. Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of volunteers and clients. Availability during the specified volunteer hours. Volunteering once per week is optimal.

Benefits:

Fulfillment in knowing that you are making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families facing food insecurity. A supportive and welcoming volunteer environment where your contributions are appreciated.

How to Apply:

If you're interested in becoming a volunteer with Redford Interfaith Relief, please email Kathy Wood at Volunteers@RedfordInterfaithRelief.org with your name, preferred position(s), and availability during the week. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and working together to support those in need in our community.

Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity with Redford Interfaith Relief. Together, we can help alleviate hunger and promote dignity for all.

At Avalon, housing is a human right. Our mission is to build healthy, safe and inclusive supportive housing communities as a long-term solution to homelessness. Avalon Housing is a non-profit supportive housing provider. Supportive housing is a combination of affordable housing paired with services, such as case management. We don't just help people find housing, we help people stay and thrive in their home.

If you are passionate about creating more diverse, inclusive, and equitable communities where all people are welcome, Avalon may be a good fit for you

Avalon operates food pantries at a number of our properties. Avalon's Food Pantry Volunteers will work with both our Community Building team and our tenant group on all aspects of running the food pantry.

Volunteers may need to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Job Title: Food Pantry Volunteer

Reports To:

Location: On-site at one or more of our Food Pantry locations:

Compensation: This is an unpaid and voluntary role. However, any direct and approved expenses related to the role will be reimbursed.

Avalon Housing is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants including applicants from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, as well as historically marginalized groups. This includes but is not limited to underrepresented gender identities, sexual/romantic orientations and/or relationship structures, people living with disabilities or mental health conditions, and with lived experience with homelessness or recovery from a substance use disorder, and people with underrepresented religious and/or socio-economic backgrounds. Avalon also encourages those with criminal histories to apply. Avalon doesn't request information about criminal histories until an offer of employment is extended. Avalon will not exclude someone based on criminal history unless it is determined the criminal history is related to or directly conflicts with the responsibilities of the position. We are committed to transparency about our decision making process, and will seek clarifying information from an applicant to help us make a determination in this regard.

Zaman Culinary Arts Kitchen - Hope for Humanity Center: 26091 Trowbridge St., Inkster, MI 48141

The kitchen is looking for volunteers:  Tuesdays , 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Shifts are 2 - 4 hours

Fill out Zaman's volunteer application here or email volunteer@zamaninternational.org. We hope to see you soon!

The Community Resource Center offers an open-choice food pantry in Manchester, MI. The pantry is open for in-person shopping by appointment. Shoppers may also call in the grocery orders and schedule a time to pick up.  Volunteers are needed to assist shoppers in the pantry and fill phone orders.  Volunteers also maintain the food safety by stocking donated food and keeping the pantry clean.  Volunteers delivery groceries within our service area. 

Volunteers are also needed to work in the office, answering the phones and taking grocery orders.   Volunteers work a 3 hour shift, either 9am-noon or noon-3pm, Monday, Wednesday or Thursday, or 12-3pm or 4-7pm on Tuesdays.  Volunteers usually work once per week basis, though some split shifts with other volunteers. 

Volunteers are also needed to staff information tables at special community events.  

CRC is located in a school and background checks are required (the school does the background check). 

SOS Resource Center

Shampoo & conditioner                                     Razors/Shaving Cream

Soap                                                              **Deodorant

Toothbrush                                                     **Toothpaste

**Lotion                                                          Toilet paper

Combs & Brushes                                             Feminine Hygiene Products

Facial Tissue                                                    **African-American Hair Products

Food:

Cereal (dry or hot)                                            Canned Tuna or Salmon

Rice/Pasta/Other Grains                                  Beans (dry or canned)

Peanut Butter                                                    Nuts

Tomato Sauce                                                   Canned Vegetables

Canned Pasta Products                                   Macaroni & Cheese

Canned/Dried Fruit                                          Soup

Canned/Bottled 100% Juice                            Crackers

Boxed Dinners/Meal Helpers                          Hamburger/ Hot Dogs/Other Meats

Baby Formula & Food                                       Granola

Spices                                                                  Condiments

Other Items:

New Quart & Gallon-size Ziploc Bags

**Cooking oil            

Plastic/Paper Grocery Bags

First Aid Kits

Grocery Store Gift Cards

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New Bedroom Supplies:                                   Miscellaneous:

Twin-sized Sheets                                               Flashlights & Batteries

Blankets                                                                Trash Cans & Bags

Sleeping Bags/Comforters                                 Gift Card to Stores/DTE

Kitchen Supplies:                                               New Bath Supplies:

Dishes                                                                Towel Sets

Glasses                                                               Shower Curtains/Rings

Eating & Cooking Utensils                               Shower Caddies

Pots & Pans                                                       Toilet Paper

Can Opener                                                        Personal Care Items

Kitchen towels                                                   Toilet Brushes

Household Cleaning/Laundry Supplies:            Furniture:             

Cleaners                                                              Kitchen Tables/Chairs

Detergents                                                          Sofas

Cleaning Cloths                                                  Bed Frames

**Paper towels                                                   Mattresses (NEW)

Gloves                                                                   Dressers                          

Sponges                                                                Lamps

Whiteners                                                             Desks

Fabric Softeners                                                                                                               

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Children’s Items:

ITEMS MUST BE NEW:

Diapers and Pull Ups (**4t, 5t, 6t)             Lysol Wipes

Socks                                                      Underpants                    

Car Seats and Booster seats                      Diaper Wipes

Bottles                                                    Baby Washcloths

Blankets                                                  Gowns/Sleepers

Baby Formula & Food                                Diaper Cream

Pacifiers                                                   Burp Cloths

Baby Shampoo                                          Gas Cards

Board Books for Babies & Toddlers

ITEMS CAN BE GENTELY USED:

Elementary Academic Workbooks                  High Chairs

Pack-n-Play                                                 Strollers

Bouncer & Baby Carrier                                 Umbrella Strollers      

 *** WE CANNOT ACCEPT USED CAR SEATS

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.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!

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.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!

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.

United Way Community Fulfillment Center

The United Way Community Fulfillment Center envisions a community where community members have seamless access to basic everyday essentials that are appropriate and of great quality through providing brand-new clothing, housewares, electronics, food and beverages, cleaning supplies, and home and automotive hardware. This program solely relies on donations from agency partners to support low-income families, local non-profit organizations, faith-based institutions, and grassroot community organizations within Southeastern Michigan. 

Our amazing Community Fulfillment Center's storeroom needs a couple of volunteers to assist clients and partners, sort donations, restock shelves, and perform light data entry tasks. Staff is available to direct volunteers every Wednesday from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. We greatly appreciate your consideration and support! 

Volunteers will work with our site manager to welcome and assist clients, load donations into vehicles, sort donations, restock the shelves, complete data entry, and create a positive client experience. In addition, volunteers work directly with clients providing them with the basic needs and personal care items they need to support families in an uplifting and hopeful context.  

Volunteers may also assist with physical improvements to the space, including painting.

We are excited to offer volunteers the opportunity to receive training in disaster relief efforts. These trainings will equip you with essential skills and knowledge to effectively assist communities in times of crisis. By participating, you will learn about emergency response strategies, resource distribution, and community support techniques. Join us in this rewarding experience and become a vital part of our mission to help those in need during challenging times. Together, we can make a difference!

The program also hosts additional annual distributions for families and non & for-profit organizations, including perishable and non-perishables, brand-new clothing, houseware, electronics, beverages, cleaning supplies, household appliances, automotive hardware, and holiday gifts.  

Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Questions? Contact Chris Taylor at (313) 226-9293 or Chris.Taylor@LiveUnitedSEM.org

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.

Join us as we show thanks by giving back! The Islamic Center of Detroit (ICD) is hosting its annual Food & Turkey Distribution Day, sponsored by Islamic Relief USA. We will be distributing turkeys and food items to community members through a drive-thru event. 

Volunteers are needed to:

This is an outdoor volunteer opportunity, so please dress warmly and comfortably for the weather. Hot drinks, refreshments, and food will be available for volunteers throughout the day. 

Your time and effort will help hundreds of families celebrate the season with gratitude and nourishment. 

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

No martial arts experience necessary. Team GUTS is looking for volunteers for our martial arts class to assist participants and encourage them. No martial arts experience is necessary, just a big heart. You will assist with not only being positive, but partnering up at times while holding pads and doing drills together. Our class is challenging, fun and so badly needed for those that don't have the same opportunities as others. 

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.

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 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

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. 

La Casa Amiga is looking for volunteers to help with the distribution of emergency food boxes throughout Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. This is an outside volunteer opportunity. We will need volunteers to help collect information, direct traffic, and place boxes and groceries into trunks.

It is important that you wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes. Be mindful of the weather conditions as you will be outside. Consider bringing work gloves.

This opportunity will occur from 8:45AM -11:00 Am at the Casa Amiga Office 76 Williams St, Pontiac 48341.

Minimum 14 years old,  Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

We are asking any person considering volunteering to please practice necessary safety precautions:

If this describes you, we are unable to have you as a volunteer:

It is important to stay informed as these types of situations can be dynamic. If a volunteer opportunity is not appropriate for you and if you are interested in other ways that you can help, the latest information will be on our page https://www.facebook.com/LaCasaAmigaCommunityPrograms

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: