We are neighbors lending a hand to our fellow neighbors, striving to understand social issues that affect all of us. In this approach, we gain perspective from the wisdom of one another. The neighboring approach aims to ask more questions than provide answers – it starts with “Who are my neighbors? What issues affect us?”…
Work alongside Dwelling Place staff and residents to improve a property through landscaping, community art, maintenance and construction projects. Great for small and large groups!
Volunteers may also assist with office work, building and grounds upkeep, and making prizes for children.
Give of your time by volunteering to teach or help in a club, serve on a board or committee, or host a club.
You can support our collection drives by building Welcome Home Baskets for new residents and maintaining our inventory of bus passes and other items.
The majority of our mediators are volunteers from the community who have received special training in conflict resolution techniques and communication skills. WCDRC mediators come from a wide variety of professions, including law, education, social work, and law enforcement.
If you do not want to pursue mediation training but still want to help out we could use your assistance with clerical and office tasks.
Volunteers assist with behind-the-scenes and administrative support.
In almost everything the Symphony does, the smiling faces of its volunteers are seen as they donate their time to bring the music they love to the people of southwest Michigan.
The Volunteer Program provides adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities with the opportunity to develop, enhance, and exhibit adaptive skills in a community setting. The opportunities for skill development can include socialization, adaptability, self-discipline, independence, self-confidence, sense of belonging, self- advocacy, personal safety, resource allocation, time management, professionalism, problem solving, leadership, and conflict management. This…