Domestic violence is so hurtful, especially to children. Having to leave home and come to a new place is very scary and can cause kids to struggle in school. We are in need of a volunteer to come and provide tutoring to kids in the shelter.
RAVE-I/M, Inc. is always in need of people who have a skilled trade. From roofing to remodeling bathrooms, whatever it is chances are we could use the help. This commitment level can vary depending on the task, but generally it is short term.
This volunteer would provide transportation to clients who may not have their own form of transportation or be able to afford public transportation. This individual would provide transportation for clients to appointments, housing/apartment tours, job interviews, court hearings, etc. within the Ionia and Montcalm counties. This commitment level could range from short to long term.
Our normal protocols at SAS include lots of cleaning, but given current circumstances, they are now kicked up a notch!
Our TNR programs help feral cats stay healthy and keep populations humanely in check. Cats are humanely trapped, neutered, and then returned to their colonies to life out their lives more healthfully.
Foster families bring pets temporarily into their homes, caring for cat moms and kittens, as well as providing love and care for the dogs and cats whose health or emotional issues make shelter life too hard. SAS provides all food and supplies, fosters just must have time, patience and space!
These volunteers help with routine maintenance of our shelter and our grounds, for example, helping to plow our paths when it snows so that our dogs can be walked. Trades experience is a plus (landscaping, carpentry, painting, etc).
As a volunteer driver you will use your personal car and have complete flexibility to choose the rides that work for your schedule and location. Daytime, evening and weekend volunteer driving opportunities are available. We ask that you commit to a minimum of one ride per week. Volunteer drivers must be at least 21, possess…
Duties include but are not limited to: pre-event planning and preparations, post-event clean up, participation in various aspects of special events, serving on and attending event committee meetings. This position also includes gathering donations for the event, assembling mailings and telephoning prospective advertisers/sponsors. This volunteer may also participate in the event by helping with registration,…
Duties include but are not limited to: making copies, compiling packets, organizing files and literature, preparing bulk mailings, restocking shelves, answering telephones, maintaining office/wish list inventories, and general everyday administrative tasks. Volunteers may also welcome families, assist parents with paperwork, tidying waiting room areas, and providing guests with general assistance.