For those interested in getting their hands in the dirt, volunteers assist with transplanting, harvesting, washing, & packing farm fresh produce. Volunteers go home with fresh produce as a thank you!
Group Volunteers participate in special events, or plan a shorter-term commitment in any MEND department. Orientation is not required.
Long-Term Volunteers are committing to a minimum of 3 hours per week and planning to volunteer for a period longer than 3 months. Since these positions often require in-depth training and/or professional certifications, attending orientation is required. Teens ages 16 and older may volunteer on their own.
Short Term Volunteers participate in special events, or plan a shorter-term commitment of less than 3 months in any MEND department. Orientation is not required. *Minors 13-17 years old need to be accompanied by an adult to volunteer.
Volunteers sort and stock shelving so the Neighbor’s Choice Pantry is always full and has a variety of items available.
Whether it be designing and building sets, decorating the different areas, creating audio/video effects, designing costumes, doing makeup, scaring the bejeebers out of people, working the pay table, helping direct people in the parking lot, walking through passing out water to actors, cooking dinner for everyone at the end of the night, and so much…
At Hired in Michigan Community Empowerment, our mission is to empower and uplift our local communities by creating opportunities for skill development, job placement, and personal growth. We seek to foster a collaborative environment where individuals, particularly volunteers, can contribute to making a profound impact. Together, we aspire to drive change, create sustainable livelihoods, and…
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Like to cook? You can prepare a meal at home with your family or friends to deliver to a host congregation. If you’d like to meet our families, we invite volunteers to stay for dinner and share the evening with our guests and their children.
On the weekends, adult volunteers answer the phone, do activities with children, and are a welcoming presence for our guests. During the week, we often seek assistance in the office with mailings, covering the phones, or administrative projects. Teens are welcome with an adult over 18.