Opportunities From: Connect2Community

Join us as we gift new books to PK-8th grade students to help them grow into strong readers!

United Way for Southeastern Michigan is partnering with Scholastic, Inc. to host several My Home Library Book Fairs at local elementary schools throughout the year. At these book fairs, students will get to pick out free books to take home with them to create a home library.

Volunteers are needed at Durfee in Detroit to:

To register to volunteer, click Respond at the top of the page. Lunch will not be provided so please plan to bring snacks and a lunch (if you sign up for multiple shifts). There will also be a break if you prefer to go out and get your lunch.

Volunteers are required to complete a background check per the district policy. After registering, volunteers will receive the background check procedure for this particular school.

Sign up today to be a part of this impactful event!

The DBG Game Changers event is a high-energy, community-driven celebration designed to showcase the incredible talent and spirit of our students. This isn't just a sports day; it’s an opportunity for our youth to step into the spotlight through friendly competition and creative expression. From the roar of the crowd at the basketball and soccer scrimmages to the artistic flair of our face-painting stations, the day is packed with moments that prove our kids are truly "game changers" in every sense of the word.

As a volunteer, you are the backbone that makes this magic happen. Whether you’re helping a young athlete navigate their first hockey scrimmage, assisting our cheer team in rallying the crowd, or ensuring guests feel welcomed at the registration booth, your presence provides the support system our students need to thrive. No professional sports or coaching experience is required—just a positive attitude and a willingness to help foster a safe, fun, and empowering environment.

By signing up for a shift, you aren't just filling a slot on a spreadsheet; you are investing in the community and directly impacting the lives of local youth. We have roles available for every interest and energy level, including event set-up, perimeter control, and our post-event clean-up crew. Join us for a few hours on Saturday, June 13th, and help us create an unforgettable experience where every student feels like a champion. Your time and energy are the ultimate "game changers!"

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Become a reading buddy at the Melvindale Public Library! We are looking for volunteers every Tuesday in July. Time is 1-4pm.  Volunteers will work with children (mainly grades 3-5) who sign up for half hour timeslots for reading books aloud. Kids will choose the books. Both struggling and enthusiastic readers benefit from practice and encouragement reading aloud. This is a good opportunity for volunteers  interested in education and literacy.  

Join us for a hands-on volunteer day at Chidester Community Garden, located at a senior living facility in Ypsilanti. This garden is designed to provide residents with a beautiful, accessible outdoor space for relaxation, connection, and growing fresh produce. With your help, we’re preparing the garden beds for a productive season ahead!

We’ll be moving large piles of mulch and compost to improve soil health, suppress weeds, and create clean, walkable paths. Expect a lot of shoveling, wheelbarrow work, and some heavy lifting—great for folks who like to break a sweat and see immediate results.

We’ll have tools and gloves available, but feel free to bring your own shovel, pitchfork, or wheelbarrow if you have a favorite. Please wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.

Whether you're an experienced gardener or just want to help out your community, your time and energy will directly support a space that brings joy and food to senior residents.

Join us as we gift new books to elementary and middle school students to help them grow into strong readers!

United Way for Southeastern Michigan is partnering with Scholastic, Inc. to host several My Home Library Book Fairs at local elementary schools throughout the year. At these book fairs, students will get to pick out free books to take home with them to create a home library.

Volunteers are needed at Emerson Elementary and Middle School in Detroit to:

To register to volunteer, click Respond at the top of the page. Lunch will not be provided so please plan to bring snacks and a lunch (if you sign up for multiple shifts). There will also be a break if you prefer to go out and get your lunch.

Volunteers are required to complete a background check per the district policy. After registering, volunteers will receive the background check form to complete.

Sign up today to be a part of this impactful event!

Join MiGen for a food delivery to clients living in Macomb County! For the past few months, we've been reaching out to new clients in the Metro Detroit area and sharing information about MiGen's programs and services to folks who don't currently receive them, or know that they're out there. This is the last of 4 county-by-county food deliveries focused on outreach to new clients. We need volunteers to make the final push by handing food directly to new community members!

We need 10-12 volunteers who are able to deliver a box of fresh produce to up to 30 new or existing clients living in Macomb County. All volunteers will be meeting at the Macomb Mall to get delivery instructions, routes, and the corresponding number of food boxes. Delivery routes and instructions are made to be as short and simple as possible. Volunteers must have their own transportation. 

Help the Friends of the Rutherford Pool prepare the pool for reopening this summer!  Volunteers are needed to help do spring cleaning, gardening, and other work to prepare for the 2026 season.  Bring your own gardening tools and enthusiasm!

We are looking for willing volunteers to help us get the garden ready for the new season. We have a list of projects to get done, and we can't do it without you! So whether it is just you, or you're bringing a group with you, we welcome all to our garden. 

**As a reminder, our agency has a policy in place that clients must be out of services for a minimum of 12 months before becoming eligible to volunteer. This policy exists to ensure that individuals have the necessary time and space to focus fully on their healing and recovery journey.

We understand the desire many clients feel to give back, and we deeply value their strength and resilience. However, this waiting period is a vital part of our trauma-informed approach, and it helps protect the well-being of both former clients and those currently receiving support.

Thank you for your understanding and for helping us maintain a safe, supportive environment for everyone involved.**

PLEASE MEET GARDENER IN GARDEN BEHIND THE GARAGE!!!

13-17 year old volunteers must have an adult supervisor with them.

Help us get our garden cleaned up and ready for the winter!

Clean Up beds, disassemble the fencing around the beds, and get everything stored away for winter.

Come help us clean up and get the garden ready for planting! Bring water bottles!

MEET GARDENER BEHIND THE GARAGE

**Weed Beds**

**Weed Walkways**

**Turn over Dirt**

**Put Up Supports in Beds**

**Place Compost**

The Guidance Center is looking for individuals and groups of volunteers to help sort, hang, and fold clothing donations, organize home goods, and pitch in with some light cleaning to keep the space welcoming for everyone.

It's hands-on work that directly helps local families in need.  Your time and support will help create a pleasant "shopping" experience for individuals that visit to pick out what they need most - at no cost and in a dignified way.

Shifts are 2 - 4 hours, so it's easy to fit into a day without a big time commitment.  You can come on your own or bring a group.  No special skills needed- just willingness to pitch in.  It's simple work, but it makes a real and tremendous difference!

Get ready to roll into something amazing! We are gearing up for a special event where our Head Start families will receive bikes, helmets, and locks- and we need an awesome group of volunteers to help bring the joy to life!

This isn't just a distribution... it's a celebration.  You'll be helping children pick out their bikes, making sure helmets fit, showing families how to use their locks, and sharing in those big, unforgettable smiles when they get their very own set of wheels.

Come be a part of something meaningful, energetic, and full of heart.  Let's make this a day our families will never forget!

Join us as we gift new books to elementary students to help them grow into strong readers!

United Way for Southeastern Michigan is partnering with Scholastic, Inc. to host several My Home Library Book Fairs at local elementary schools throughout the year. At these book fairs, students will get to pick out free books to take home with them to create a home library.

Volunteers are needed at Maples Elementary in Dearborn to:

To register to volunteer, click Respond at the top of the page. Lunch will not be provided so please plan to bring snacks and a lunch (if you sign up for multiple shifts). There will also be a break if you prefer to go out and get your lunch.

Volunteers are required to complete a background check per the district policy. After registering, volunteers will receive the background check form to complete.

Sign up today to be a part of this impactful event!

The Herrington Community Fair is an annual event designed to bring students, families, staff, and community partners together in a welcoming and engaging environment. Held on June 6, 2026, the fair provides an opportunity for families to access valuable resources, connect with local organizations, and participate in fun, family-friendly activities. Community partners are invited to host tables, share services, and engage directly with families to strengthen support systems for students. The event reflects Herrington’s commitment to building strong school-community relationships and creating opportunities that support student success both inside and outside the classroom.

Setup Hours and Welcome -10:00- 1:00pm

Where staff and volunteers will prepare tables, welcome vendors, and greet guests as they arrive.

Craft and Game Stations - 12:00- 3:00 pm

Engaging activities such as a craft table and a game table

Clean Up 3:00-5:00 PM

Volunteer Opportunity: First Friday Food Court at Ypsilanti Farmers MarketPlace

16 S Washington St, Ypsilanti, MI

Join us for an exciting community event at the Ypsilanti Farmers MarketPlace. The  First Friday Food Court will highlight food entrepreneurs from our incubator kitchen and local food scene. These local makers will be selling delicious dishes and sharing their culinary creations with the public.

We’re looking for volunteers to help make this event a success.

Volunteers will assist with:

 -Event set up and clean up

 -Greeting guests and counting attendance

 -Supporting kitchen makers as needed

 -Helping with games and activities

First Friday on June 5, July 3, August 7, September 4, and October 2 Event is 5-7:30 pm. Volunteer shifts are 4-6 and 6-8;30.  This is a great opportunity to support small businesses, meet new people, and enjoy the energy of a vibrant community event!

Volunteer with Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency Head Start to read to classrooms in your Community. Bring the love of reading to a classroom and engage in our student's learning.

If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out our registration form, and someone will be in contact with you. If you have any questions please feel free to email us at volunteers@waynemetro.org

Join us Saturday, May 16th at 8am in Prospect Park off Oak Street for a cleanup!  Help pick up litter, do a little light maintenance, and get to know your neighbors.   We'll meet you at the pavilion on the north side. 

Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes; gloves and other tools will be provided. If you drive, there's on-street parking on Oak and off-street parking on Cross; if you bus, we're on Route 42.

Pre-registration is lovely but not required, please stop by!

Volunteer with the YPSI Food Festival!
Date: Friday, August 15, 2026
Event Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: University Bank Commerce Center, 301 W Michigan Ave

Help us make Ypsi Food Festival a success! This fun family event will feature 30+ Food Tucks and artisan food vendors, music, and family-friendly activities. 

Volunteer Shifts:

9:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Set-Up Crew)

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

12:45 PM – 2:00 PM

1:45 PM – 4:00 PM

3:45 PM – 6:00 PM

5:45 PM – 8:00 PM

7:15 PM – 9:30 PM (Tear-Down)

Available Roles (you may be asked to help with any of the following):

Games & Activities Team
Encourage festival-goers to join in fun yard games, reset and tidy play areas, and maintain a family-friendly vibe.

Event Clean-Up Team
Walk the grounds, check trash bins, and help keep the space clean, welcoming, and safe for all guests.

Kids Zone Team

Serve and Children activities area leading area crafts and creating a safe and fun enviorments for children and their families to enjoy.

Set-Up & Tear-Down Team
Assist with tables, chairs, signage, vendor help, and general logistics before and after the event.

Vendor & DJ Care Team
Check on vendors and the DJ, offer water/snacks, relay needs to staff, and keep morale high.

Restroom Attendant Team
Monitor and restock porta potties and restrooms, wipe surfaces, and ensure a clean, comfortable experience.

Break Area Attendant Team
Maintain a tidy volunteer/vendor break space with water, snacks, and basic supplies.

Raffle Ticket Seller Team
Sell tickets, promote raffle prizes, handle cash, and help raise funds for local programming.

Info Booth & Guest Support Team
Greet guests, give directions, share maps/flyers, and help with lost & found or general questions.

You’re a Great Fit If You:

Enjoy being outdoors and working with people

Want to help make a fun community event run smoothly

Can walk, stand, or stay alert for your shift

Are dependable, upbeat, and flexible

Support Provided:

Orientation at the start of each shift

All supplies and equipment provided

On-site staff available for support

Water and light snacks offered

Sign Up Now to Help Make the Magic Happen!
Whether you're welcoming guests, selling raffle tickets, or making sure bathrooms stay stocked, your support keeps the YPSI Food Festival joyful, clean, and fun for everyone.

*The first 40 Volunteers that sign up to work 2 shifts will receive a free food ticket to support our food vendors!*

Join us as we gift new books to K-8th grade students to help them grow into strong readers!

United Way for Southeastern Michigan is partnering with Scholastic, Inc. to host several My Home Library Book Fairs at local elementary schools throughout the year. At these book fairs, students will get to pick out free books to take home with them to create a home library.

Volunteers are needed at KEYS Grace Academy in Madison Heights to:

To register to volunteer, click Respond at the top of the page. Lunch will not be provided so please plan to bring snacks and a lunch (if you sign up for multiple shifts). There will also be a break if you prefer to go out and get your lunch.

Volunteers are required to complete a background check per the district policy. After registering, volunteers will receive the background check procedure for this particular school.

Sign up today to be a part of this impactful event!

Fish & Loaves is a non-profit organization serving Downriver and Wayne County with our client choice pantry. Our pantry serves over 25,000 households each year. To lower our food costs, we welcome businesses, churches, school groups, and other organizations to host community food drives.

Join us as we gift new books to middle school students to help them grow into strong readers!

United Way for Southeastern Michigan is partnering with Scholastic, Inc. to host several My Home Library Book Fairs at local elementary schools throughout the year. At these book fairs, students will get to pick out free books to take home with them to create a home library.

Volunteers are needed at CCA Middle School in Detroit to:

To register to volunteer, click Respond at the top of the page. Lunch will not be provided so please plan to bring snacks and a lunch (if you sign up for multiple shifts). There will also be a break if you prefer to go out and get your lunch.

Volunteers are required to complete a background check per the district policy. After registering, volunteers will receive the background check procedure for this particular school.

Sign up today to be a part of this impactful event!

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency partners with Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan to help provide nutritious food and resources to families in the community. Through this partnership, food distributions are organized to support families experiencing food insecurity. Volunteers help by assisting with setup, organizing food, and supporting the distribution process to ensure families are served in a welcoming and efficient way.

If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out our registration form, and someone will be in contact with you. If you have any questions please feel free to email us at volunteers@waynemetro.org 

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

If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out our registration form, and someone will be in contact with you. If you have any questions please feel free to email us at volunteers@waynemetro.org

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

If you are interested in creating a Party Planner, please fill out our Volunteer Interest form, and someone will be in contact with you. If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at volunteers@waynemetro.org

TIME COMMITMENT REQUIRED: 2 HOURS, including:

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

+ 1.5 hours estimated for doing volunteer job duties below

DUTIES

PURPOSE OF JOB: Plan and purchase 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.

If you are interested in creating a basket, please fill out our Volunteer Interest form, and someone will be in contact with you. If you have any questions please feel free to email us at volunteers@waynemetro.org

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

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.

If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out our Registration Form, and someone will be in contact with you with details. If you have any questions please feel free to email us at volunteers@waynemetro.org

Join us as we gift new books to elementary school students to help them grow into strong readers!

United Way for Southeastern Michigan is partnering with Scholastic, Inc. to host several My Home Library Book Fairs at local elementary schools throughout the year. At these book fairs, students will get to pick out free books to take home with them to create a home library.

Volunteers are needed at Stevenson Elementary in Southfield to:

To register to volunteer, click Respond at the top of the page. Lunch will not be provided so please plan to bring snacks and a lunch (if you sign up for multiple shifts). There will also be a break if you prefer to go out and get your lunch.

Volunteers are required to complete a background check per the district policy. After registering, volunteers will receive the background check form to complete.

Sign up today to be a part of this impactful event!

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

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

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

All volunteers are subject to an interview, background checks and reference checks.

Please submit an application here: Children's Healing Center Volunteer Application

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

Personal Care Pantry Donations

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

Boxes of tissues  

Individually wrapped rolls of paper towel  

Individually wrapped rolls of toilet paper  

Laundry detergent (minimally scented) 

Antibacterial hand soap (minimally scented)  

Antibacterial dish soap (minimally scented)  

Antibacterial bar soap (minimally scented)  

Individual containers of disinfecting wipes 

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

Colored pencils or markers 

Card Donations

We welcome any quantity of non-religious cards or placemats with simple, uplifting greetings; below are some example messages. We appreciate if cards come without envelopes and are unsigned (we add a note that they are from a caring community member). Once received, they will be sent out to clients with their meal deliveries.  

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

Example sentiments: 

Have a nice day! 

May your day be filled with joy. 

Sending you warm and caring wishes. 

Hope you have a wonderful day! 

Your community cares about you!   

Hope this card brings a smile to your face. 

I hope you have a great day! 

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

Thinking of you.  

Donations can be mailed or dropped off in the purple container in the foyer of our office between 8-11am and 12-4pm Monday through Saturday.      

As a Farmers Market Volunteer, you’ll assist with a variety of tasks, including working at the info booth, helping with customer counts, and supporting the smooth operation of the market. This is a great opportunity to engage with the community and contribute to the success of the market while gaining hands-on experience.

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: 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

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.

Our classes run on Saturdays.

todd@teamgutsmichigan.com

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

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

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

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

WINTER: Hours project-based
Garden Maintenance and planning.

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

Physical Intensity Level: Moderate

Register at this link: https://miwashtenawweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?Action=Start&SubAction=&keyword=volunteer&_csrf_token=jl6O016O0I6V213D3L3E2S5K5P665D4T08735X6F58156O3V5R6G1J6R5Y5C5771724M574Z075I484K5G1G5V4J5A5D066U5X5D6G6Z5M4B4W5J0H5O4Q55511K5V4I5F

County Farm Park, Ann Arbor | Select Fridays & Saturdays | Time Varies with Workday

Join our group to care for the land you live beside in a friendly community setting. This Winter, enjoy the warmth of community and warming exercise using loppers and saws to demolish invasive shrubs. Our work together makes a difference for birds, bees, and butterflies, while also beautifying Britton Woods and opening up views through the woods. Through this hands-on service-learning activity, you’ll get off-trail outdoor exercise and develop a sense of well-being in nature, all while building community with like-minded people. Group led by Jonathan Parker. Training, snacks, gloves, and water provided (bring your own water bottle).

Find Workdays and REGISTER ONLINE: https://miwashtenawweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?Action=Start&SubAction=&_csrf_token=5e528a9e9dcc8ad9720aef85be8af6b1c3be471d8f3c3fafc544c7445eb14fd4&keyword=volunteer&keywordoption=Matc
For questions or cancellations, contact the volunteer team at parks-volunteering@washtenaw.org.

Youth volunteers welcome! Pre-registration required. Must be at least 11 years old for stewardship activities. For ages 11-15, parent/guardian must volunteer with child. For ages 16-17, parent/guardian signed permission slip required.

Physical Intensity Level: Moderate

Volunteers will support Central Detroit Christian’s Breakthrough Afterschool Program by helping create a safe, engaging, and encouraging environment for youth. Volunteers will work directly with students on a variety of enrichment activities that promote academic success, creativity, and healthy physical activity.

Volunteer responsibilities include:

Homework Support: Provide one‑on‑one or small‑group assistance to students as they complete daily homework assignments, offering guidance, encouragement, and positive academic reinforcement.

Reading Support: Read with students or listen to them read to help build literacy skills, comprehension, and confidence.

Arts & Creative Activities: Assist with structured art projects and hands‑on creative activities that allow students to express themselves and develop fine motor and creative thinking skills.

Sports & Recreation: Support staff in facilitating organized sports and physical activities designed to promote teamwork, fitness, and fun.

Positive Engagement: Serve as a role model by building supportive relationships, encouraging positive behavior, and helping maintain a welcoming, inclusive space for all participants.

Ideal volunteers enjoy working with youth, are patient and dependable, and bring enthusiasm to helping students learn and grow.

In addition to forensic interviews and therapy services, CARE House of Oakland County offers ongoing support through programs such as our Family Support Group (FSG) and Nurturing Parent Program (NPP). These weekly evening programs provide children and caregivers with a safe space to build connections, develop healthy coping skills, and strengthen family relationships.

Before each session begins, families share a meal together — creating an opportunity to decompress after the day, connect with one another, and enter the evening’s programming feeling welcomed and cared for.

Meal Providers support our evening programs by preparing or purchasing dinner for participating families. This opportunity is perfect for individuals, families, community groups, student organizations, faith groups, or workplace teams who want to make a meaningful impact but may not be able to commit to ongoing weekly volunteering.

Meal Providers are responsible for:

All meals are served on:

Providing a meal is a simple but powerful way to support children and families on their healing journey — helping create a warm, welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

What is CARE House of Oakland County? We are the sole Child Advocacy Center serving children and families in Oakland County, MI who have experienced abuse and neglect. Our team works to ensure that every child who walks through our doors receives compassionate support, advocacy, and access to the services they need to begin healing in a safe and child-focused environment.

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

Unity Adventure Foundation (Michigan-registered 501(c)(3)) is seeking University of Michigan student volunteers to support ethical community fundraising efforts that raise donations for Michigan families in need.

Volunteers will engage respectfully with community members at approved locations and events, share Unity’s mission, explain how donations directly support food and housing assistance programs, and invite optional contributions through secure donation methods (QR codes, kiosks, and online platforms).

This role emphasizes transparency, professionalism, and dignity. No pressure tactics, no commission-based solicitation, and no misrepresentation. Training, scripts, and supervision are provided to ensure all fundraising follows charitable compliance standards and best practices.

Volunteers gain hands-on experience in nonprofit development, public communication, and community engagement while making a real measurable impact in Michigan.

Time commitment is flexible (2–6 hours per week or one-time events).
Ideal for students interested in business, public policy, communications, social work, public health, psychology, or nonprofit leadership.

Join us Saturday, June 27th at Frog Island for a park cleanup! Help pick up litter and do a little maintenance of the park.   Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, as well as weather-appropriate gear such as drinking water or a rain jacket; the event may be cancelled in the case of severe weather. On-street parking is available on Roosevelt, we'll meet up at the tennis courts.  Registration is welcomed but not required.

Join us Saturday, July 25th in Recreation Park off Congress Street for a park cleanup!  Help pick up litter and do a little maintenance of the park.   Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, as well as weather-appropriate gear such as drinking water or a rain jacket. Off-street parking is available off Congress at Oakwood, we'll meet up at the pavilion. Registration is welcomed but not required

Join us Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Riverside Park off Cross Street for a park cleanup!  Help pick up litter and do a little maintenance of the park.   Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.

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.

Now more than ever, we’re reminded of the importance of helping others. With the recent changes to SNAP benefits during the government shutdown, many families in our neighboring communities are facing food insecurity. To help meet this growing need, community member and friend of Brilliant Detroit, Lisa Garatoni, is launching the Brilliant SNAP Campaign to provide extra support to families during this time.

As we approach the holiday season, we are calling on our community partners to help organize food drives to collect non-perishable items and essential household goods. These contributions will help stock the community pantries located throughout our Detroit neighborhoods.

Thanks to our wonderful partners at The Wave Project, most Brilliant community hubs now feature 24/7 food pantries just outside their doors. Families can access these pantries whenever they need, with no barriers and no questions asked. Together, we can make sure every family has what they need this holiday season.

How can you help?

We’re inviting our community partners to:

Here’s a sample listing of items that are most appreciated:

• Any shelf-stable foods
• Peanut Butter / Jelly / Honey
• Cooking oil (like olive or canola)
• Salt / pepper, and other spices
• Proteins: Canned chicken, tuna, and beans
• Soups: Canned soups and chilis
• Vegetables: Canned vegetables (preferably low-sodium)
and canned tomatoes / sauces
• Fruits: Canned fruit (in juice, not syrup)
• Meats: Canned beef stew, chili, shelf-stable meats
• Meal Kits: Macaroni and cheese, pastas, potatoes,
boxed dinners
• Rice (brown rice is often preferred)
• Whole-grain pasta
• Whole-grain and low-sugar cereals
• Rolled oats and instant oatmeal
• Shelf-stable milk and milk substitutes
• Whole-grain breads and crackers
• Barbeque Sauce Hot Sauce
• Flour and Corn Meal
• Salad Dressings
• Healthy Juices
• Shelf-stable, low-sugar snacks like granola bars,
dried fruit, apple sauce
• Non-food items like personal hygiene products
(soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, feminine
hygiene products
• Household Supplies: toilet paper, paper towels,
and laundry detergent

If you’d like to contribute items for holiday meals, please see the suggested list below:

• 10-12 lb Turkey
• Poultry Seasoning
• Chicken Broth
• Stuffing Mix
• Milk
• Gravy
• Cranberry Sauce
• Potatoes
• Jiffy Mix
• Cans of Corn
• Green Beans
• Diced Tomatoes
• Cream of Mushroom Soup
• Sweet Potatoes
• Cookies
• Brownie Mix
• Roasting Pan
• Turkey Baster
• Pumpkin Pie
• Cola or Sodas

Overview: Learn about the benefits of plant-based diets for the environment and environmental justice. Then, brainstorm a campaign aligned with Switch4Good’s mission and branding to push for a more dairy-free world, focusing on environmental motivators. Generate the outline of your proposed campaign and create sample assets. 

Overview: Learn about the benefits of plant-based diets for environmental and social justice. Choose popular meals from on-campus eateries and learn how they can be made plant-based. Research emissions saved from making the recipe plant-based rather than animal-product-inclusive. Communicate and propose the resources and your recipes to dining staff at your university.

Overview: Learn about the relationship between food and the environment, focusing on the environmental benefits of a plant-based diet. Plan and execute an Earth Day event on campus that highlights the accessibility of plant-based foods, communicates environmental issues through the lens of our food system, and brings the campus community together.

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

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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!   

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!

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

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.

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. 

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

****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

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

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

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

Puppy Raising Options

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

One Household

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

Co-Raising (Primary and Secondary Raiser)

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

Pass-Along

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

Corporate

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

Campus Puppies

For college students raising on campuses approved by Leader Dog.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Monday morning (9:30am-12:30pm) 

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

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

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

All volunteers are subject to an interview and background checks.

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

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

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

All volunteers are subject to an interview and background checks.

Washtenaw Promise is a local non-profit dedicated to improving educational opportunities for children in Washtenaw County. This fall and winter, we’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers for our Read with Kids program — a literacy initiative designed for children ages 3–6.

In partnership with the Children’s Literacy Network, this program offers young learners valuable one-on-one and small group reading time with caring adults. Volunteers help foster early reading skills and a lifelong love of books through fun, engaging, and meaningful interactions.

No teaching experience is necessary — we provide all the training and support you need to feel confident and prepared. Volunteers are asked to commit just one hour per week. Your time can make a lasting impact. Join us in creating brighter futures, one story at a time.

Sign up today to Read with Kids!

Washtenaw Promise is a local non-profit dedicated to improving educational opportunities for children in Washtenaw County. This fall and winter, we’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers for our Read with Kids program — a literacy initiative designed for children ages 3–6.

In partnership with the Children’s Literacy Network, this program offers young learners valuable one-on-one and small group reading time with caring adults. Volunteers help foster early reading skills and a lifelong love of books through fun, engaging, and meaningful interactions.

No teaching experience is necessary — we provide all the training and support you need to feel confident and prepared. Volunteers are asked to commit just one hour per week. Your time can make a lasting impact. Join us in creating brighter futures, one story at a time.

Sign up today to Read with Kids!

Washtenaw Promise is a local non-profit dedicated to improving educational opportunities for children in Washtenaw County. This fall and winter, we’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers for our Read with Kids program — a literacy initiative designed for children ages 3–6.

In partnership with the Children’s Literacy Network, this program offers young learners valuable one-on-one and small group reading time with caring adults. Volunteers help foster early reading skills and a lifelong love of books through fun, engaging, and meaningful interactions.

No teaching experience is necessary — we provide all the training and support you need to feel confident and prepared. Volunteers are asked to commit just one hour per week. Your time can make a lasting impact. Join us in creating brighter futures, one story at a time.

Sign up today to Read with Kids!

MiSide is accepting donations for school supplies to support local students for both in-person and virtual learning. Supplies will be distributed through the many services MiSide provides to families.

Please donate here!

Please contact Bindi Shah at Bindi.Shah@MiSide.org with any questions.

We’re looking for a compassionate, experienced hair stylists to volunteer their time for a special event, providing haircuts to children with Autism. The ideal volunteers are patient, understanding, and have experience working with kids who may have sensory sensitivities. Your time and talent can help make haircuts a positive, stress-free experience for our clients.

Developing K.I.D.S. Fall Afterschool Program Weekly Monday - Thursday  4pm-6:30pm

   Volunteers are needed for 2 to 4 hours. Urgent need for Mondays & Wednesdays!!

 Potential Assignments:

If available, submit the volunteer application here: https://developingkids.org/volunteer/

For questions, you may contact please contact Jackee Brown at jbrown@developingkids.org or call 888-294-6554 ext. 2.

Thank you in advance,

Developing K.I.D.S.

Overview: Learn about the benefits of a plant-based diet for environmental and social justice. Then, share this information with the public by writing a series of articles elaborating on the connection between food choices and the environment. These articles will be eligible to be posted on the Switch4Good blog. 

Learning objectives: 

Stages:

Investigation

Preparation and Planning

Action/Demonstration

Deliverables:

Overview:

Learn about the benefits of a plant-based diet for environmental and social justice. Then, share this information with your peers by creating a presentation tailored to your audience and sharing it with them. You can present a series of presentations to one audience or the same presentation to multiple groups, depending on whether you would rather dig into the research on one topic or improve your confidence with public speaking. 

Learning objectives: 

Stages:

Investigation

Preparation and Planning

Action/Demonstration

Deliverables:

Overview:

Learn about the current state of food, environmental, and relevant policies such as the FISCAL Act, the Farm Bill, and other local bills. Then, write a letter to the editor responding to a published article about one of these bills or an op-ed sharing your viewpoint more generally about these policy proposals. Attempt to get your piece published in a school newspaper, a local outlet, or even a regional or national one!

Learning objectives: 

Stages:

Investigation

Preparation and Planning

Action

Demonstration

Deliverables:

Whole Person Health tabling events entail having a table set up during our Tuesday hot meal distribution (5-6pm) and engaging with folks as they pass through. Some topics we are looking to cover include:

Job Assistance

Financial Assistance/Money Management

Utilizing Community Resources (medical, mental/emotional, etc.)

Diabetes Management

Smoking Cessation

Personal Safety

etc.

We want presenters to be knowledgeable enough about the topics that they are well-equipped for any follow-up questions with clients, so we are looking for people/organizations that have a professional background or license in the respective topic.

Please respond to this posting if you are interested or want to learn more!

Whole Person Health tabling events entail having a table set up during our Tuesday hot meal distribution (5-6pm) and engaging with folks as they pass through. Some topics we are looking to cover include:

Job Assistance

Financial Assistance/Money Management

Utilizing Community Resources (medical, mental/emotional, etc.)

Diabetes Management

Smoking Cessation

Personal Safety

etc.

We want presenters to be knowledgeable enough about the topics that they are well-equipped for any follow-up questions with clients, so we are looking for people/organizations that have a professional background or license in the respective topic.

Please respond to this posting if you are interested or want to learn more!

If you are interested in joining Lori's Hands as a student intern, please email the Lori's Hands Chapter Manager, Maddi Riemenschneider, at maddi@lorishands.org with a copy of your resume and information about your internship goals. 

 Are you passionate about spreading joy and brightening someone's day? Do you enjoy writing friendly letters and want to join a virtual project? Are you looking for a team project or a meaningful event activity? Become a volunteer and make a meaningful difference for seniors in care homes and programs in Detroit, across Michigan and worldwide.

Currently we are seeking talented individuals with new ideas and passion for the cause for the Board Member position.

Please send your resume to info@thestepsforward.org indicating the title "Board Member" in the subject line.

For more information, please visit our website:
https://www.thestepsforward.org

Working hours: 2 hours/week including weekends (Please note that all positions are remote and flexible)

Both male and female are welcome to apply.