There will be 2 shifts for this opportunity. 9AM-11AM is the cleaning and prep shift so this shift would involve cleaning Kongs, doing laundry, and if there is time then stuffing Kongs. 12PM-2PM is the building shift so this involves stuffing Kongs and making other enrichment toys for dogs. Although this is not the most…
Volunteers assist with dog socialization, cat socialization, housekeeping, administrative/office work, foster care, education counselor, greeter, special events assistance, and offsite adoption events. This is for children ages 8-15 years who are physically accompanied by a parent or guardian, who is at least 21-years-old, at ALL times. For safety reasons, one adult (21+) may only volunteer…
Support restoration management of our natural areas by helping with the control and removal of invasive plant species and the collection and dispersal of native plant seed. Citizen Science efforts include monitoring bluebird nest boxes or conducting surveys including frog, grassland bird and butterfly counts.
United Way of Southwest Michigan can provide guidance to any corporation or group interested in holding a DIY kit packing. Items can be collected from your group for anything from dinner basket kits, soup kits, spice kits, or power packs for kids. UWSM can also identify organizations in need to receive the donations. We will…
The future of our guide dog program depends in large part on volunteers who host specially selected breeding dogs. This dedicated group of volunteers provides foster homes for breeding stock moms and dads for the life of these dogs. Leader Dog provides veterinary care, as well as heartworm and flea preventative treatments. The host family…
Puppy raisers are the backbone of our guide dog program. They give 12 to 15 months of their time, energy and love to raise a puppy for Leader Dog. Through daily care and training, puppy raisers build the foundation our puppies need to become a trusted guide dog for someone who is blind. You don’t…
Family Outings, Boat Rides, Parties, Coffee Club, Intergenerational Event
Volunteers prepare and package food to be distributed to those in need. Opportunities include sorting through donated non-perishable food items, stocking meat coolers, bagging fresh fruit, building fresh food boxes, loading emergency bags, stocking shelves, and pulling orders. Volunteers also take bulk food items such as Rice Krispies, granola, or cookies and package them into…
Fort Food Pantry provides a drive-through service. It takes place in the parking lot of South Michigan Food Bank. Volunteers register clients, direct traffic, and load cars with food. Enter at the front of the building. You will be escorted to the distribution center for orientation and to receive assignments.
You’ll provide companionship and support for a homebound older adult with weekly or biweekly visits, either at the client’s home or destination such as lunch, shopping or other activities. Jewish Hospice and Chaplaincy Network provides consolation and assistance to chronic and terminally ill clients and their families. We partner with them by providing volunteers who…