New Directions offers life skill classes and workshops in many locations throughout Muskegon County. Instructors teach basic life skills in a community setting.
Clearinghouse volunteers directly serve neighbors in need. This includes listening to our neighbors and learning their story; connecting neighbors to resources such as food, clothing, furniture, diapers, transportation and more; and offering ongoing support through check in calls, sharing of additional resources and prayer.
Being a foster based rescue we are always in dire need of caring animal lovers to foster dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. D.A.W.G. pays for all expenses except for you’re love, which cannot be bought, but given.
We are always in need of good-hearted volunteers to walk, socialize, transport and train our pets. And equally important, we need volunteers willing to help with fundraising/grant writing as this is the only way we can keep caring for the animals!
Fostering a dog is a big responsibility. These dogs have been through a lot and need people who are willing to dedicate the time an effort to show them that there are good people in the world. We provide all the vet care and supplies needed for the dog. We appreciate our fosters helping with…
Working with us during our special events with free admission.
Volunteers assist with cleaning barns, yards, stalls, and assisting staff with maintenance projects. They may also assist with closing up barns and safely securing animal residents.
Being part of an animal rights community and receiving a variety of plant-based resources.
Would you like to dress up in Victorian outfits and show people around our beautiful historical buildings? We have opportunities for building docents throughout the Summer on Sunday afternoons and for some other special events. Training will be provided and no previous experience is necessary.
The majority of volunteer roles are during the Festival weekend, but there are volunteer opportunities before and after the event.