The Mentor serves as a positive role model for an assigned individual participant, usually an adolescent, meeting twice a month/two hours each time to engage in recreational/ educational activities. Hours vary.
Assist with the coordinating of resources or projects behind the scenes. Hours vary.
Doing good is a beautiful thing. As a Big Sister, you can give a girl an opportunity to see beyond her everyday world and dream big. And it can start with simply letting her enjoy the things you already love to do, but can grow into something bigger. For just a few hours, a couple…
We’re always looking for people eager to positively impact a child and improve their community at the same time. Big Brothers are in high demand. So, Start Something. For a few hours, a couple times a month, you can give a Little the invaluable gift of your friendship. By simply changing their perspective of what…
Jackets for Jobs, Inc needs individuals to serve on the PR/Marketing Committee to assist in the development of marketing materials, as well as support in exploring avenues to gain increased awareness of the services provided to metro Detroit low-income women. Committee meetings are monthly and arranged at the convenience of members.
The Personal Shopper Volunteer assists the Jackets for Jobs, Inc Program Coordinator in providing, one-on-one assistance to clients while outfitting them with professional clothing and accessories. The major responsibilities include assisting clients in selecting clothing that is appropriate for the client in terms of size and fit and ensuring that each client’s intake form is…
Assist with after‐school program for elementary through high school aged girls. Opportunities include: workshop assistants, Spanish translators, driving assistants, food preparation assistants and more. During academic school year, only. Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday 3-7pm.
Outreach workers employ a harm reduction approach to addressing the risks of unprotected sex, drug use, violence and illegal activities. They engage contacts in conversation, offer material assistance and referral information. Volunteers will either work alongside veteran volunteers, staff, or interns. Volunteers receive extensive training by AFG. Wednesday or Thursday 6-10:30pm.
Assist with preparing and organizing activities for summer youth camp. Activities include weekly field trips, arts and crafts, writing, and theater. Tuesday and Wednesday 9am-3pm or Thursday 9am-3pm.
Facilitate workshops to develop skills/ coping mechanisms/ emotional stability of participants. Topics can include but are not limited to self‐esteem, harm reduction, nutrition, safety, money management, governmental benefit explanation, and others. Hours vary.