Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo
| Our mission | We are God’s hands providing housing, health, and hope to His children. We envision respect for human dignity and ever-increasing stability and independence for individuals, families, and communities we serve. |
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Caring Closet Support VolunteerVolunteers assist Caring Network participants in choosing the material items they need from the Caring Network Closet. Volunteers schedule a day/time (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm); training is provided.Quality Assurance VolunteersVolunteers provide an internal audit of case management files. The group meets monthly and training is provided.Prayer Place VolunteersA prayer volunteer engages in quiet, personal prayer focusing on the written requests of clients, staff and other volunteers at Catholic Charities. Prayer volunteers pray and write words of support, hope and encouragement on the requests.Caring Network & Ark Shelter Support VolunteerVolunteers maintain donation rooms at each location, sorting, cleaning and organizing the donated clothing and household items (flexible scheduling).Organize a donation driveCCDOK participants need every-day practical items such as clothing, hygiene and toiletry supplies, cooking utensils, detergent, towels, diapers, wipes, etc. Please consider sponsoring a drive at work, school or with friends!Vehicle Maintenance VolunteerVolunteers are needed to assist with monthly inspections/maintenance of agency vehicles.Mother-Friend VolunteersVolunteers engage in a one-one-one relationship with a Caring Network participant who desires such support. These volunteers provide supportive listening, participate in mutually agreed upon activities, transportation to and from classes or appointments. Your role is to be a supportive, non-judgmental friend. Training is provided.Welcome Home VolunteersVolunteers are needed to help move new and gently used donations into transitional housing for at risk youth! This is a great volunteer opportunity for an individual, small or large groups, interested in making a difference by volunteering a few hours of your time!Emergency Food Distribution VolunteerVolunteers are needed to unload, organize/sort and repackage food for distribution as part of the CCDOK emergency relief program – helping families in need! Volunteers are required to be 19 years of age and perform some heavy lifting (in excess of 20 lbs).Teen Mother Friend Volunteer/MentorVolunteers engage in a one-one-one relationship with a Caring Network participant (ages 14-17 years of age) who desires such support. These volunteers provide supportive listening, participate in mutually agreed upon activities, transportation to and from classes or appointments. Your role is to be a supportive, non-judgmental friend. Training is provided.Handyman VolunteersVolunteers are needed to help with small “handyman” projects at CCDOK sites and apartments with staff supervision.Emergency Food Driver VolunteerDriving volunteers are needed to deliver food to families/individuals in need in Kalamazoo county. A transportation team member provides communication support during deliveries. Must be 19 years of age, provide driver’s license, proof of auto insurance and background clearances completed for volunteer role.Community Engagement VolunteerVolunteers focus on special projects either independently or in close partnership with Development staff to help the agency reach fundraising and friend-raising goals. Help us connect with others in the community to fundraise or friend-raise! Annual events include: Teddy Bear Picnic, Ark in the Dark 5k fun run, Growlers Game fundraiser, Charities Dine, Holiday Donations and Fundraising Breakfast!Cleaning VolunteersVolunteers are needed to keep our agency sites clean by vacuuming, cleaning, sorting! Supplies provided and flexible days and times!Special Projects VolunteerDo you love music, painting, or have other creative interests? Volunteers are needed to lead youth, moms, children in hands-on projects at Caring Network and the Ark shelter. Time and days are flexible. |
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| About us | Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo was formed on June 11, 1975 from two Catholic agencies that had provided social services to people of Southwest Michigan. Today, Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo (CCDOK) serves over 8,500 people across nine counties in southwest Michigan. We do this in three primary ways: providing help for today, creating hope for tomorrow, and cultivating caring communities that endure. |
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