Opportunities From: United Way of South Central Michigan

Volunteer: Family Visit Room Help

Our family visit rooms are booked and busy! We need help keeping them cleaned and helping our child welfare staff with flipping them between visits. While the schedule for this is flexible, we are mostly looking for assistance on weekdays in the AM.

All volunteers will need to complete the following

Volunteer application and all included waiversAn ICHAT background checkA Sex Offenders list checkA CPS history checkThree Recommendation forms A recent TB test 

Agency: Child and Family Charities

Our family visit rooms are booked and busy! We need help keeping them cleaned and helping our child welfare staff with flipping them between visits. While the schedule for this is flexible, we are mostly looking for assistance on weekdays in the AM.

All volunteers will need to complete the following

Volunteer application and all included waiversAn ICHAT background checkA Sex Offenders list checkA CPS history checkThree Recommendation forms A recent TB test 

Agency: Child and Family Charities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Furniture Storage Help!

Our furniture storage needs some muscle to help get it into shape after a very generous donation! The exact date or time can be flexible to accomidate your group; let us know what works for you and we will compare calendars!

Please note that this volunteer event will be mostly heavy lifting, please come prepared.

Agency: Child and Family Charities

Our furniture storage needs some muscle to help get it into shape after a very generous donation! The exact date or time can be flexible to accomidate your group; let us know what works for you and we will compare calendars!

Please note that this volunteer event will be mostly heavy lifting, please come prepared.

Agency: Child and Family Charities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: Teams only

Volunteer: Coats for Community Distribution

The Lansing community has teamed up to help make sure that everyone who needs coats gets them. We will need help sorting and distributing the coats that we recieve. Exact times are TBD, we will keep you updated!

Agency: Child and Family Charities

The Lansing community has teamed up to help make sure that everyone who needs coats gets them. We will need help sorting and distributing the coats that we recieve. Exact times are TBD, we will keep you updated!

Agency: Child and Family Charities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Nov 3, 2025 through Nov 5, 2025

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Babysitting

We are in search of someone to assist with childcare during on-site meetings with parents. 

Current needs are during the following timeframes:

Tuesdays 11-12 pmThursdays 4-5 pm

But are subject to change depending on various classes. We may have additional needs for one-time classes or meetings.

Volunteers for this position will require the following:

Volunteer application and all included waiversAn ICHAT background checkA Sex Offenders list checkA CPS history checkThree Recommendation forms A recent TB test Training from staff

Additionally, we are asking that volunteers have experience with children. 



Agency: Child and Family Charities

We are in search of someone to assist with childcare during on-site meetings with parents. 

Current needs are during the following timeframes:

Tuesdays 11-12 pmThursdays 4-5 pm

But are subject to change depending on various classes. We may have additional needs for one-time classes or meetings.

Volunteers for this position will require the following:

Volunteer application and all included waiversAn ICHAT background checkA Sex Offenders list checkA CPS history checkThree Recommendation forms A recent TB test Training from staff

Additionally, we are asking that volunteers have experience with children. 



Agency: Child and Family Charities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Community Kitchen Volunteer - Morning Shift

**New volunteer: please register on our website Volunteer - Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties by clicking on Sign Up With Volgistics button.

**Returning volunteer: Staff will be in touch within 24-48 hours. 

**COMMUNITY SERVICE: Please address so in "additional comments"

Our Community Kitchen offers hot breakfast from 9:00-10:30am and hot lunch 11:30-1:00 pm, Monday through Friday. 

Cristo Rey’s Community Kitchen does more than serve food. It also serves as a warming center during harsh winters and a cooling center during sweltering summers. This is a crucial service; there are 2,400 individuals who identify as homeless in the Lansing area.

Volunteer Duties Include: food prep, serving breakfast and lunch, clean up, as well as minimal stocking and organization. 

 

***Closed toe shoes are essential for this role. No tank tops or sleeveless shirts.***

 

Guidelines for Community Service

Disclosure Guidelines for Court-Mandated Community Service

Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton counties (CCIEC) aims to engage volunteers of all ages and backgrounds in hands-on experiences that directly support the CCIEC and its partners. The following guidelines have been developed to enhance the transparency we need in working with court-mandated community service volunteers. It is our intent to provide a safe, productive, and rewarding experience for all volunteers.

It is CCIEC policy that all volunteers disclose the reason for their service and, if it is court-mandated, provide documentation as to the terms of the service required. Service hours will not be released to the court until this documentation is received.

Documentation must be completed before service hours begin. Disclosure must include both present and previous convictions on record. CCIEC reserves the right to accept or deny volunteer service based upon the disclosure. CCIEC reserves the right to confirm the disclosure with the court system. All paperwork, including this disclosure document, will be treated as confidential and only shared with pertinent staff on a need-to-know basis CCIEC recognizes a volunteer's right to privacy and will not disclose any information about him/her to an outside source without prior written consent, unless otherwise required by law.

Guidelines for Volunteers with Criminal Records

CCIEC will not place volunteers convicted of offenses that may in any way endanger the safety of other volunteers, staff, the security of the building, or partner organizations. While the CCIEC recognizes and appreciates the service of all volunteers, including those with criminal records, our priority is to protect and safeguard the mission, name, and productivity of the CCIEC.

Restrictions on Service of Volunteers

CCIEC cannot place volunteers who:

Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a violent crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a sex crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a major theft or burglary. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of drug sales.CCIEC reserves the right to make discretionary choices about the placement of individuals charged with these and other crimes. If you are not sure if you qualify please contact us.

Documentation/Tracking of Hours

It is the responsibility of the volunteer to sign in and sign out on CCIEC tracking sheets as instructed by

CCIEC staff. In addition, we request that volunteers keep track of their own hours and notify us at least 24 hours in advance of needing a letter confirming service. (Preferably on your 2nd to last volunteer shift) All service hours totals are generated from the tracking sheets. You must sign in and out for accurate counting of service. 

Policy for volunteers’ no shows.

Volunteers have a responsibility to show to the shifts they are assigned to. If Volunteers do not show for their shifts, we have a three-strike policy.

First no show: They will be contacted via email/Phone Call

Second now show: it will be a verbal warning, stating/explaining they have two strikes and they have one last chance.

Third no Show: they will be immediately removed from any future shifts and disqualified for participating in any future volunteering program.

 

**We encourage volunteers to give at least 24 Hours notice before Unregistering, failing to do so will be consider a no show.**

For additional information contact Adam Wood at awood@catholiccharitiesiec.org

 

Agency: Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties Cristo Rey Campus

**New volunteer: please register on our website Volunteer - Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties by clicking on Sign Up With Volgistics button.

**Returning volunteer: Staff will be in touch within 24-48 hours. 

**COMMUNITY SERVICE: Please address so in "additional comments"

Our Community Kitchen offers hot breakfast from 9:00-10:30am and hot lunch 11:30-1:00 pm, Monday through Friday. 

Cristo Rey’s Community Kitchen does more than serve food. It also serves as a warming center during harsh winters and a cooling center during sweltering summers. This is a crucial service; there are 2,400 individuals who identify as homeless in the Lansing area.

Volunteer Duties Include: food prep, serving breakfast and lunch, clean up, as well as minimal stocking and organization. 

 

***Closed toe shoes are essential for this role. No tank tops or sleeveless shirts.***

 

Guidelines for Community Service

Disclosure Guidelines for Court-Mandated Community Service

Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton counties (CCIEC) aims to engage volunteers of all ages and backgrounds in hands-on experiences that directly support the CCIEC and its partners. The following guidelines have been developed to enhance the transparency we need in working with court-mandated community service volunteers. It is our intent to provide a safe, productive, and rewarding experience for all volunteers.

It is CCIEC policy that all volunteers disclose the reason for their service and, if it is court-mandated, provide documentation as to the terms of the service required. Service hours will not be released to the court until this documentation is received.

Documentation must be completed before service hours begin. Disclosure must include both present and previous convictions on record. CCIEC reserves the right to accept or deny volunteer service based upon the disclosure. CCIEC reserves the right to confirm the disclosure with the court system. All paperwork, including this disclosure document, will be treated as confidential and only shared with pertinent staff on a need-to-know basis CCIEC recognizes a volunteer's right to privacy and will not disclose any information about him/her to an outside source without prior written consent, unless otherwise required by law.

Guidelines for Volunteers with Criminal Records

CCIEC will not place volunteers convicted of offenses that may in any way endanger the safety of other volunteers, staff, the security of the building, or partner organizations. While the CCIEC recognizes and appreciates the service of all volunteers, including those with criminal records, our priority is to protect and safeguard the mission, name, and productivity of the CCIEC.

Restrictions on Service of Volunteers

CCIEC cannot place volunteers who:

Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a violent crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a sex crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a major theft or burglary. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of drug sales.CCIEC reserves the right to make discretionary choices about the placement of individuals charged with these and other crimes. If you are not sure if you qualify please contact us.

Documentation/Tracking of Hours

It is the responsibility of the volunteer to sign in and sign out on CCIEC tracking sheets as instructed by

CCIEC staff. In addition, we request that volunteers keep track of their own hours and notify us at least 24 hours in advance of needing a letter confirming service. (Preferably on your 2nd to last volunteer shift) All service hours totals are generated from the tracking sheets. You must sign in and out for accurate counting of service. 

Policy for volunteers’ no shows.

Volunteers have a responsibility to show to the shifts they are assigned to. If Volunteers do not show for their shifts, we have a three-strike policy.

First no show: They will be contacted via email/Phone Call

Second now show: it will be a verbal warning, stating/explaining they have two strikes and they have one last chance.

Third no Show: they will be immediately removed from any future shifts and disqualified for participating in any future volunteering program.

 

**We encourage volunteers to give at least 24 Hours notice before Unregistering, failing to do so will be consider a no show.**

For additional information contact Adam Wood at awood@catholiccharitiesiec.org

 

Agency: Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties Cristo Rey Campus

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Community Kitchen Volunteer - Afternoon Shift

**New volunteer: please register on our website Volunteer - Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties by clicking on Sign Up With Volgistics button.

**Returning volunteer: Staff will be in touch within 24-48 hours. 

**COMMUNITY SERVICE: Please address so in "additional comments"

Our Community Kitchen offers hot breakfast from 9:00-10:30am and hot lunch 11:30-1:00 pm, Monday through Friday. 

Cristo Rey’s Community Kitchen does more than serve food. It also serves as a warming center during harsh winters and a cooling center during sweltering summers. This is a crucial service; there are 5,000 individuals who identify as homeless in the Lansing area.

Volunteer Duties Include: food prep, serving breakfast and lunch, clean up, as well as minimal stocking and organization. 

 

***Closed toe shoes are essential for this role. No tank tops or sleeveless shirts.***

 

Guidelines sample for Community Service

Disclosure Guidelines for Court-Mandated Community Service

The Greater Lansing Food Bank (CRCC aims to engage volunteers of all ages and backgrounds in hands-on experiences that directly support the CRCC and partners. The following guidelines have been developed to enhance the transparency we need in working with court-mandated community service volunteers. It is our intent to provide a safe, productive, and rewarding experience for all volunteers.

It is CRCC policy that all volunteers disclose the reason for their service and, if it is court-mandated, provide documentation as to the terms of the service required. Service hours will not be released to the court until this documentation is received.

Documentation must be completed before service hours begin. Disclosure must include both present and previous convictions on record. GLFB reserves the right to accept or deny volunteer service based upon the disclosure. GLFB reserves the right to confirm the disclosure with the court system. All paperwork, including this disclosure document, will be treated as confidential and only shared with pertinent staff on a need-to-know basis CRCC recognizes a volunteer's right to privacy and will not disclose any information about him/her to an outside source without prior written consent, unless otherwise required by law.

Guidelines for Volunteers with Criminal Records

The CRCC will not place volunteers convicted of offenses that may in any way endanger the safety of other volunteers, staff, the security of the building, or partner organizations. While the GLFB recognizes and appreciates the service of all volunteers, including those with criminal records, our priority is to protect and safeguard the mission, name, and productivity of the CRCC.

Restrictions on Service of Volunteers

The GLFB cannot place volunteers who:

Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a violent crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a sex crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a major theft or burglary. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of drug sales.

The CRCC reserves the right to make discretionary choices about the placement of individuals charged with these and other crimes. If you are not sure if you qualify please contact us.

Documentation/Tracking of Hours

It is the responsibility of the volunteer to sign in and sign out on CRCC tracking sheets as instructed by

CRCC staff. In addition, we request that volunteers keep track of their own hours and notify us at least 24 hours in advance of needing a letter confirming service. (Preferably on your 2nd to last volunteer shift) All service hours totals are generated from the tracking sheets. You must sign in and out for accurate counting of service. 

Policy for volunteers’ no shows.

Volunteers have a responsibility to show to the shifts they are assigned to. If Volunteers do not show for their shifts, we have a three-strike policy.

First no show: They will be contacted via email/Phone Call

Second now show: it will be a verbal warning, stating/explaining they have two strikes and they have one last chance.

Third no Show: they will be immediately removed from any future shifts and disqualified for participating in any future volunteering program.

 

**We encourage volunteers to give at least 24 Hours notice before Unregistering, failing to do so will be consider a no show.**

 

 

Agency: Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties Cristo Rey Campus

**New volunteer: please register on our website Volunteer - Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties by clicking on Sign Up With Volgistics button.

**Returning volunteer: Staff will be in touch within 24-48 hours. 

**COMMUNITY SERVICE: Please address so in "additional comments"

Our Community Kitchen offers hot breakfast from 9:00-10:30am and hot lunch 11:30-1:00 pm, Monday through Friday. 

Cristo Rey’s Community Kitchen does more than serve food. It also serves as a warming center during harsh winters and a cooling center during sweltering summers. This is a crucial service; there are 5,000 individuals who identify as homeless in the Lansing area.

Volunteer Duties Include: food prep, serving breakfast and lunch, clean up, as well as minimal stocking and organization. 

 

***Closed toe shoes are essential for this role. No tank tops or sleeveless shirts.***

 

Guidelines sample for Community Service

Disclosure Guidelines for Court-Mandated Community Service

The Greater Lansing Food Bank (CRCC aims to engage volunteers of all ages and backgrounds in hands-on experiences that directly support the CRCC and partners. The following guidelines have been developed to enhance the transparency we need in working with court-mandated community service volunteers. It is our intent to provide a safe, productive, and rewarding experience for all volunteers.

It is CRCC policy that all volunteers disclose the reason for their service and, if it is court-mandated, provide documentation as to the terms of the service required. Service hours will not be released to the court until this documentation is received.

Documentation must be completed before service hours begin. Disclosure must include both present and previous convictions on record. GLFB reserves the right to accept or deny volunteer service based upon the disclosure. GLFB reserves the right to confirm the disclosure with the court system. All paperwork, including this disclosure document, will be treated as confidential and only shared with pertinent staff on a need-to-know basis CRCC recognizes a volunteer's right to privacy and will not disclose any information about him/her to an outside source without prior written consent, unless otherwise required by law.

Guidelines for Volunteers with Criminal Records

The CRCC will not place volunteers convicted of offenses that may in any way endanger the safety of other volunteers, staff, the security of the building, or partner organizations. While the GLFB recognizes and appreciates the service of all volunteers, including those with criminal records, our priority is to protect and safeguard the mission, name, and productivity of the CRCC.

Restrictions on Service of Volunteers

The GLFB cannot place volunteers who:

Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a violent crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a sex crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a major theft or burglary. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of drug sales.

The CRCC reserves the right to make discretionary choices about the placement of individuals charged with these and other crimes. If you are not sure if you qualify please contact us.

Documentation/Tracking of Hours

It is the responsibility of the volunteer to sign in and sign out on CRCC tracking sheets as instructed by

CRCC staff. In addition, we request that volunteers keep track of their own hours and notify us at least 24 hours in advance of needing a letter confirming service. (Preferably on your 2nd to last volunteer shift) All service hours totals are generated from the tracking sheets. You must sign in and out for accurate counting of service. 

Policy for volunteers’ no shows.

Volunteers have a responsibility to show to the shifts they are assigned to. If Volunteers do not show for their shifts, we have a three-strike policy.

First no show: They will be contacted via email/Phone Call

Second now show: it will be a verbal warning, stating/explaining they have two strikes and they have one last chance.

Third no Show: they will be immediately removed from any future shifts and disqualified for participating in any future volunteering program.

 

**We encourage volunteers to give at least 24 Hours notice before Unregistering, failing to do so will be consider a no show.**

 

 

Agency: Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties Cristo Rey Campus

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Virtual Opportunity: Boost Your Community's Volunteer Engagement!

Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

Agency: Inspiring Service

Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

Agency: Inspiring Service

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until Dec 31, 2025

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Virtual Connections (Smartphone Literacy) Mentor to Older Adults

Do you know how to use a Smartphone or are you interested in gaining more Smartphone proficiency and sharing that knowledge with others? You could open up a new world of connections to older adults in the community! 


The Tri-County Office on Aging in partnership with the MSU School of Social Work is seeking volunteers to help out as Virtual Connections Mentors and assist older adults with smartphone use in workshops or one-on-one in the older adult's home. As a Virtual Connections Mentor, you can help older adults learn how to download apps, make a video call, prepare for a telehealth appointment, and more! The information you share can have a huge and meaningful impact by helping individuals access essential resources virtually and overcome social isolation.


 Essential Volunteer Functions:

(Reasonable accommodation will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions.)

Participates in a one-hour training session with TCOA and MSU’s Virtual Connections team before beginning coaching, and an additional hour training about 4-6 weeks later. Completes a baseline survey to inform TCOA and MSU of general smartphone preference and use. If working with an older adults in the home, works directly in their home during weekly 45-minutes to one-hour coaching sessions for 10-12 weeks, using manuals provided to both the participant and the coach. Coaches will be matched with iPhone or Android device users. If working at a workshop location, works with one or a small group of older adults illustrating various smartphone features and applications, and assisting participants as they try to use their own phones for the same purpose. Sessions will run for 45 minutes, once a week for six weeks. Consults the manual provided as a guide to coaching sessions. Works at the pace of the older adult participant to practice smartphone skills. If working with HDM recipients, completes a 5-minute survey relating to progress following each coaching session. Generally communicates with TCOA and the MSU team throughout coaching on the older adult’s needs for successfully learning smartphone skills. Invited to attend optional and periodic group discussions with other coaches for peer support and continuing discussions of issues encountered and solutions developed. Completes a posttest survey to report on their experience and evaluate coaching training, materials and process.

Volunteer Location: Varies throughout Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties.

If you are interested in volunteering for this opportunity you MUST submit a volunteer application at tcoa.org/volunteer.

Contact Kayla Nichols at NicholsK@tcoa.org or 517-887-1487 with any questions. 

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)

Do you know how to use a Smartphone or are you interested in gaining more Smartphone proficiency and sharing that knowledge with others? You could open up a new world of connections to older adults in the community! 


The Tri-County Office on Aging in partnership with the MSU School of Social Work is seeking volunteers to help out as Virtual Connections Mentors and assist older adults with smartphone use in workshops or one-on-one in the older adult's home. As a Virtual Connections Mentor, you can help older adults learn how to download apps, make a video call, prepare for a telehealth appointment, and more! The information you share can have a huge and meaningful impact by helping individuals access essential resources virtually and overcome social isolation.


 Essential Volunteer Functions:

(Reasonable accommodation will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions.)

Participates in a one-hour training session with TCOA and MSU’s Virtual Connections team before beginning coaching, and an additional hour training about 4-6 weeks later. Completes a baseline survey to inform TCOA and MSU of general smartphone preference and use. If working with an older adults in the home, works directly in their home during weekly 45-minutes to one-hour coaching sessions for 10-12 weeks, using manuals provided to both the participant and the coach. Coaches will be matched with iPhone or Android device users. If working at a workshop location, works with one or a small group of older adults illustrating various smartphone features and applications, and assisting participants as they try to use their own phones for the same purpose. Sessions will run for 45 minutes, once a week for six weeks. Consults the manual provided as a guide to coaching sessions. Works at the pace of the older adult participant to practice smartphone skills. If working with HDM recipients, completes a 5-minute survey relating to progress following each coaching session. Generally communicates with TCOA and the MSU team throughout coaching on the older adult’s needs for successfully learning smartphone skills. Invited to attend optional and periodic group discussions with other coaches for peer support and continuing discussions of issues encountered and solutions developed. Completes a posttest survey to report on their experience and evaluate coaching training, materials and process.

Volunteer Location: Varies throughout Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties.

If you are interested in volunteering for this opportunity you MUST submit a volunteer application at tcoa.org/volunteer.

Contact Kayla Nichols at NicholsK@tcoa.org or 517-887-1487 with any questions. 

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48911

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Urgent Need for Volunteers in Rural Ingham Areas: Home Delivered Meals Driver (Meals on Wheels)

Become a Meals on Wheels Deliverer for the Tri-County Office on Aging! 

Make a difference during your lunchtime by signing up as a driver for Meals on Wheels! Drivers deliver meals to eligible recipients throughout the Tri-County Area (drivers will determine what areas/distances work for them). As a driver, you will do more than just deliver meals - you may also be a friendly face to an individual struggling with social isolation or a regular human connection for someone unable to leave their home. 

(Groups/Companies can adopt routes for a team of volunteers to fill regularly. Become an official partner today!) 

See below for more details.

Volunteer Position: Home Delivered Meals Driver                          Revised: December 2023    

General Responsibilities:

Responsible for picking up food from designated locations and delivering to a participant’s home according to the information on a route sheet.

Essential Volunteer Functions:

(Reasonable accommodations will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions)

Works under the guidance of the Volunteer Coordinator of their delivery Pick up food from designated specified locations and deliver to participant’s Provide accurate and timely delivery to participants on a designated Communicate directly and immediately with office staff any concerns regarding Communicate with office any concerns about scheduling or difficulties with delivers. As an example, a route changing and it now being twice as long. Complete all required paper work on the route sheets and return to the clipboard and return coolers and hot bags to proper Examples of volunteer functions listed do not include all tasks which may be found in this position. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or modified at any

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Commitment to the organization’s missions and Ability to maintain confidential information regarding all aspects of client, volunteer, and agency Ability to work independently or as part of a Good organizational skills and the ability to effectively communicate with staff members, other volunteers, participants, and Ability to represent the Agency in a professional Must be able to adjust priorities to meet deadlines in a timely Comfortable working with people of varying socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, and racial Physical mobility is required for sitting, walking, bending and long bouts of standing. Must be able to lift 20 pounds.

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA):

All volunteers who have access to protected health information or personally identifiable information, are required by the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy and Security Rule that corresponds to their duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule and the policies and procedures is a prerequisite for this position. Employees and volunteers who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule will be subject to discipline up to and including volunteer privileges.

Reports to:

Volunteer Coordinator for delivery area

Volunteer Location:

Varies throughout Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties.

Base work schedule:

Non-Frozen route Monday – Friday, between 10:30am and 1:30 pm EST and  Frozen routes between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm EST.

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)

Become a Meals on Wheels Deliverer for the Tri-County Office on Aging! 

Make a difference during your lunchtime by signing up as a driver for Meals on Wheels! Drivers deliver meals to eligible recipients throughout the Tri-County Area (drivers will determine what areas/distances work for them). As a driver, you will do more than just deliver meals - you may also be a friendly face to an individual struggling with social isolation or a regular human connection for someone unable to leave their home. 

(Groups/Companies can adopt routes for a team of volunteers to fill regularly. Become an official partner today!) 

See below for more details.

Volunteer Position: Home Delivered Meals Driver                          Revised: December 2023    

General Responsibilities:

Responsible for picking up food from designated locations and delivering to a participant’s home according to the information on a route sheet.

Essential Volunteer Functions:

(Reasonable accommodations will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions)

Works under the guidance of the Volunteer Coordinator of their delivery Pick up food from designated specified locations and deliver to participant’s Provide accurate and timely delivery to participants on a designated Communicate directly and immediately with office staff any concerns regarding Communicate with office any concerns about scheduling or difficulties with delivers. As an example, a route changing and it now being twice as long. Complete all required paper work on the route sheets and return to the clipboard and return coolers and hot bags to proper Examples of volunteer functions listed do not include all tasks which may be found in this position. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or modified at any

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Commitment to the organization’s missions and Ability to maintain confidential information regarding all aspects of client, volunteer, and agency Ability to work independently or as part of a Good organizational skills and the ability to effectively communicate with staff members, other volunteers, participants, and Ability to represent the Agency in a professional Must be able to adjust priorities to meet deadlines in a timely Comfortable working with people of varying socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, and racial Physical mobility is required for sitting, walking, bending and long bouts of standing. Must be able to lift 20 pounds.

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA):

All volunteers who have access to protected health information or personally identifiable information, are required by the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy and Security Rule that corresponds to their duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule and the policies and procedures is a prerequisite for this position. Employees and volunteers who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule will be subject to discipline up to and including volunteer privileges.

Reports to:

Volunteer Coordinator for delivery area

Volunteer Location:

Varies throughout Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties.

Base work schedule:

Non-Frozen route Monday – Friday, between 10:30am and 1:30 pm EST and  Frozen routes between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm EST.

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48911

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: SHIP Counselor (Volunteer to help older adults navigate Medicare/Medicaid). *High need in Clinton and Eaton!



WHAT IS IT?

The State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP)/Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) at the Tri-County Office on Aging is in need of Counselors. SHIP/MIPPA Counselors answer hotline calls and have meetings with seniors to help them:

Understand new health care options

Understand and/or apply for Medicare and Medicaid

Compare or enroll in Medicare and Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage

Review Medicare supplemental insurance needs

Identify and report Medicare/Medicaid fraud and scams

WHY?

Completing SHIP/MIPPA training earns you certification as a SHIP/MIPPA Counselor. This is a great opportunity for anyone going into the health field or elder law, or for anyone interested in learning more about health care benefits counseling.

SHIP/MIPPA Counselors provide a critical free service to help seniors navigate the healthcare system as they age. Counselors are not connected with any insurance company, and do not sell insurance.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

1. Visit http://www.tcoa.org/volunteer/ and complete the online application. Make sure to check the SHIP box.

2. Someone from TCOA will contact you to set up training.

TRAINING

Must be able to attend a 2-hour SHIP orientation training and the 3-day class. The class is offered at multiple locations in Michigan.

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)



WHAT IS IT?

The State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP)/Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) at the Tri-County Office on Aging is in need of Counselors. SHIP/MIPPA Counselors answer hotline calls and have meetings with seniors to help them:

Understand new health care options

Understand and/or apply for Medicare and Medicaid

Compare or enroll in Medicare and Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage

Review Medicare supplemental insurance needs

Identify and report Medicare/Medicaid fraud and scams

WHY?

Completing SHIP/MIPPA training earns you certification as a SHIP/MIPPA Counselor. This is a great opportunity for anyone going into the health field or elder law, or for anyone interested in learning more about health care benefits counseling.

SHIP/MIPPA Counselors provide a critical free service to help seniors navigate the healthcare system as they age. Counselors are not connected with any insurance company, and do not sell insurance.

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

1. Visit http://www.tcoa.org/volunteer/ and complete the online application. Make sure to check the SHIP box.

2. Someone from TCOA will contact you to set up training.

TRAINING

Must be able to attend a 2-hour SHIP orientation training and the 3-day class. The class is offered at multiple locations in Michigan.

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48911

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Kitchen Production Volunteer

Volunteer Position: Kitchen Production Volunteer                           Revised: December 2023

General Responsibilities:

Responsible for food preparation and kitchen cleanup activities.

Essential Job Functions:

(Reasonable accommodations will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions.)

Works under the guidance of the Food Production Supervisors to package food items for Meals on Wheels (MOW): Using dishes or utensils to portion up food Place single serving items in individual portion containers Placing a variety of food items in meal sacks Cleans kitchen utensils and work areas with direction provided by Supervisors in such a way as to be compliant with Health Department Sanitation Standards in the performance of all work duties. Examples of job functions listed do not include all tasks which may be found in this position. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or modified at any time.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Commitment to the organization’s missions and Ability to maintain confidential information regarding all aspects of client, volunteer and agency Ability to work independently or as part of a Good organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with staff, clients, volunteers, and Ability to represent the Agency in a professional Use of protective gear such as hats, hairnets, aprons, and gloves required. Physical mobility is required for sitting, walking, standing, bending and long bouts of standing. Must be able to lift objects of up to 20 pounds. Comfortable working with people of varying socioeconomic backgrounds, ages and racial diversity.

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA):

All volunteers who have access to protected health information or personally identifiable information, are required by the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy and Security Rule that corresponds to their duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule and the policies and procedures is a prerequisite for this position. Employees and volunteers who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule will be subject to discipline up to and including volunteer privileges.

Reports to:

Food Production Supervisor

Volunteer Location:

Tri-County Office on Aging’s Central Kitchen

Base work schedule:

Shifts are available anytime from 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM, contingent upon the availability of a supervisor.

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)

Volunteer Position: Kitchen Production Volunteer                           Revised: December 2023

General Responsibilities:

Responsible for food preparation and kitchen cleanup activities.

Essential Job Functions:

(Reasonable accommodations will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions.)

Works under the guidance of the Food Production Supervisors to package food items for Meals on Wheels (MOW): Using dishes or utensils to portion up food Place single serving items in individual portion containers Placing a variety of food items in meal sacks Cleans kitchen utensils and work areas with direction provided by Supervisors in such a way as to be compliant with Health Department Sanitation Standards in the performance of all work duties. Examples of job functions listed do not include all tasks which may be found in this position. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or modified at any time.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Commitment to the organization’s missions and Ability to maintain confidential information regarding all aspects of client, volunteer and agency Ability to work independently or as part of a Good organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with staff, clients, volunteers, and Ability to represent the Agency in a professional Use of protective gear such as hats, hairnets, aprons, and gloves required. Physical mobility is required for sitting, walking, standing, bending and long bouts of standing. Must be able to lift objects of up to 20 pounds. Comfortable working with people of varying socioeconomic backgrounds, ages and racial diversity.

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA):

All volunteers who have access to protected health information or personally identifiable information, are required by the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy and Security Rule that corresponds to their duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule and the policies and procedures is a prerequisite for this position. Employees and volunteers who violate the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rule will be subject to discipline up to and including volunteer privileges.

Reports to:

Food Production Supervisor

Volunteer Location:

Tri-County Office on Aging’s Central Kitchen

Base work schedule:

Shifts are available anytime from 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM, contingent upon the availability of a supervisor.

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48911

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Health & Wellness Workshop Facilitator

Do you like to teach others? Do you like to help others be their healthiest and happiest selves? Are you seeking a long-term volunteer opportunity and have availability during the day? TCOA's Workshop Facilitator Opportunity may be a great fit for you (prior teaching experience recommended but not necessary.)

 

TCOA provides a number of Evidence-Based Workshops to members of the community to help with chronic pain, balance, self-care, and more! See the full list at https://www.tcoa.org/classesevidence-based-programs/. 


See more details below: 

 


 

Essential Volunteer Functions: 

(Reasonable accommodation will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions.)

·         Provides workshop facilitation for Tri-County Office on Aging’s Evidence Based Programs. Duties include, but are not limited to, attending training, understanding and being comfortable with the workshop material/subject matter, facilitating group discussions, and encouraging interactive discussion about the concepts and skills presented.

·         Examples of job functions listed do not include all tasks which may be found in this position. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or modified at any time. 

 

*Must go through background checks and trainings. Volunteer should be comfortable speaking in front of others.

 

Schedule: Varies. Usually Mon-Thurs between 9am-5pm.

Contact NicholsK@tcoa.org or 517-887-1487 for more information. 

If you are interested in volunteering for this opportunity you MUST submit a volunteer application at tcoa.org/volunteer.

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)

Do you like to teach others? Do you like to help others be their healthiest and happiest selves? Are you seeking a long-term volunteer opportunity and have availability during the day? TCOA's Workshop Facilitator Opportunity may be a great fit for you (prior teaching experience recommended but not necessary.)

 

TCOA provides a number of Evidence-Based Workshops to members of the community to help with chronic pain, balance, self-care, and more! See the full list at https://www.tcoa.org/classesevidence-based-programs/. 


See more details below: 

 


 

Essential Volunteer Functions: 

(Reasonable accommodation will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions.)

·         Provides workshop facilitation for Tri-County Office on Aging’s Evidence Based Programs. Duties include, but are not limited to, attending training, understanding and being comfortable with the workshop material/subject matter, facilitating group discussions, and encouraging interactive discussion about the concepts and skills presented.

·         Examples of job functions listed do not include all tasks which may be found in this position. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or modified at any time. 

 

*Must go through background checks and trainings. Volunteer should be comfortable speaking in front of others.

 

Schedule: Varies. Usually Mon-Thurs between 9am-5pm.

Contact NicholsK@tcoa.org or 517-887-1487 for more information. 

If you are interested in volunteering for this opportunity you MUST submit a volunteer application at tcoa.org/volunteer.

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48911

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Dining Site Volunteer

Seeking volunteers for the Tri-County Office on Aging’s Dining Sites! This opportunity is all about serving others and building positive relationships with participants of TCOA’s Dining Site program, which provides nutritious meals and social/recreational activity to eligible community members.


Do you enjoy gathering around food? Making new friends? Are you comfortable serving food, and preparing and cleaning dining areas? Sign up today to be a Dining Site Volunteer!

 

See Below For More Details:

 

 

General Responsibilities:

Coordinates with the Community Nutrition Program Manager and the Central Kitchen to provide meals to participants at senior dining sites. Serves food and establishes positive relationships with program participants.

 

Essential Volunteer Functions:

(Reasonable accommodation will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions.)

Helps prepare the site for delivery of food from the Central Kitchen. Sets up food stations, greets participants, and provides a welcoming environment. Ability to collect participant information and assist with National Aging Program Information Systems (NAPIS) registration forms. May be asked to ensure that appropriate food temperatures and presentations standards during meal service. Follows procedures for proper handling of food, equipment, and donations. Maintain, complete, and return paperwork in a timely manner. Follow cleanliness guidelines throughout the meal service. Cleans the eating, serving, and cooking areas at the end of each day. Attends Nutrition meetings when scheduled. Examples of job functions listed do not include tasks which may be found in this position. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or modified at any time.

 

Working Conditions:

The work environment is similar to a food service setting. Safe work practices regarding kitchen equipment, avoiding trips/falls, food safety, and fire regulations are required. Physical mobility is required for sitting, walking, standing, bending, and lifting/holding/carrying objects of up to 40 pounds. Must be able to communicate effectively with participants, other volunteers, and vendors in person and over the telephone. Sensory requirements include exposure to various temperatures, noise levels, and lighting. Mental requirements include the ability to handle varying levels of stress.

 

Volunteer Location:

Varies throughout Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties

 

Base Work Schedule:

Varies depending on location. See schedules/locations at https://www.tcoa.org/nutrition/senior-dining-sites/

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)

Seeking volunteers for the Tri-County Office on Aging’s Dining Sites! This opportunity is all about serving others and building positive relationships with participants of TCOA’s Dining Site program, which provides nutritious meals and social/recreational activity to eligible community members.


Do you enjoy gathering around food? Making new friends? Are you comfortable serving food, and preparing and cleaning dining areas? Sign up today to be a Dining Site Volunteer!

 

See Below For More Details:

 

 

General Responsibilities:

Coordinates with the Community Nutrition Program Manager and the Central Kitchen to provide meals to participants at senior dining sites. Serves food and establishes positive relationships with program participants.

 

Essential Volunteer Functions:

(Reasonable accommodation will be provided, if necessary, for individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential job functions.)

Helps prepare the site for delivery of food from the Central Kitchen. Sets up food stations, greets participants, and provides a welcoming environment. Ability to collect participant information and assist with National Aging Program Information Systems (NAPIS) registration forms. May be asked to ensure that appropriate food temperatures and presentations standards during meal service. Follows procedures for proper handling of food, equipment, and donations. Maintain, complete, and return paperwork in a timely manner. Follow cleanliness guidelines throughout the meal service. Cleans the eating, serving, and cooking areas at the end of each day. Attends Nutrition meetings when scheduled. Examples of job functions listed do not include tasks which may be found in this position. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or modified at any time.

 

Working Conditions:

The work environment is similar to a food service setting. Safe work practices regarding kitchen equipment, avoiding trips/falls, food safety, and fire regulations are required. Physical mobility is required for sitting, walking, standing, bending, and lifting/holding/carrying objects of up to 40 pounds. Must be able to communicate effectively with participants, other volunteers, and vendors in person and over the telephone. Sensory requirements include exposure to various temperatures, noise levels, and lighting. Mental requirements include the ability to handle varying levels of stress.

 

Volunteer Location:

Varies throughout Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties

 

Base Work Schedule:

Varies depending on location. See schedules/locations at https://www.tcoa.org/nutrition/senior-dining-sites/

Agency: Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48911

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Handyman Helper

Our operations team would love some help! Every so often, our facilities crew needs assistance with a larger project and could use a buddy. Sample activities include:

Helping hang a TVPaintingMoving furnitureAssisting with repairs

By signing up, we'll put you on a call list and let you know when we need assistance around our locations.

Requirements

This position requires the following:

Our volunteer application and all included waiversAn ICHAT background checkA Sex Offendors List checkA CPS history check

Agency: Child and Family Charities

Our operations team would love some help! Every so often, our facilities crew needs assistance with a larger project and could use a buddy. Sample activities include:

Helping hang a TVPaintingMoving furnitureAssisting with repairs

By signing up, we'll put you on a call list and let you know when we need assistance around our locations.

Requirements

This position requires the following:

Our volunteer application and all included waiversAn ICHAT background checkA Sex Offendors List checkA CPS history check

Agency: Child and Family Charities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Resource Center Volunteer

Every month, our Family Growth and Resource Center assists 400 families. We need assistance with managing and inventorying gifts of goods, organizing our storage area, stocking the Resource Center, and assisting Resource Center clients as needed. 

Essential Tasks 

Inventory and sort donations  

Assisting with stocking the Resource Center and keep it neat as needed 

Assisting clients from the Resource Center 

Assisting with classes and workshops at FGRC as needed 

Helping elsewhere as needed. 

Requirements 

Volunteer application and included waiversICHAT background checkSex Offenders List checkCPS History Check3 recommendationsTB test

Agency: Child and Family Charities

Every month, our Family Growth and Resource Center assists 400 families. We need assistance with managing and inventorying gifts of goods, organizing our storage area, stocking the Resource Center, and assisting Resource Center clients as needed. 

Essential Tasks 

Inventory and sort donations  

Assisting with stocking the Resource Center and keep it neat as needed 

Assisting clients from the Resource Center 

Assisting with classes and workshops at FGRC as needed 

Helping elsewhere as needed. 

Requirements 

Volunteer application and included waiversICHAT background checkSex Offenders List checkCPS History Check3 recommendationsTB test

Agency: Child and Family Charities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer Mover

Every year, Child and Family Charities facilitates nearly 100 moves across five different housing programs and our in-kind donation program. That’s a lot of bags, boxes, and pieces of furniture to help move, and we need your help! By signing up to be a volunteer mover, we’ll put you on a list to alert you when we will need assistance with a move, be it a client or a donation.  

General Timeframe 

In general, the moves will be during business hours. 


Requirements 

Volunteer application with all associated waivers 

ICHAT Background Check 

Sex Offendors History check 

CPS History Check


Some moves will also require 3 recommendations.

Because of the occasionally sensitive information, movers will also be required to go through a confidentiality training prior to their first move.

For more information, reach out to Quinn at quinn@childandfamily.org.

Agency: Child and Family Charities

Every year, Child and Family Charities facilitates nearly 100 moves across five different housing programs and our in-kind donation program. That’s a lot of bags, boxes, and pieces of furniture to help move, and we need your help! By signing up to be a volunteer mover, we’ll put you on a list to alert you when we will need assistance with a move, be it a client or a donation.  

General Timeframe 

In general, the moves will be during business hours. 


Requirements 

Volunteer application with all associated waivers 

ICHAT Background Check 

Sex Offendors History check 

CPS History Check


Some moves will also require 3 recommendations.

Because of the occasionally sensitive information, movers will also be required to go through a confidentiality training prior to their first move.

For more information, reach out to Quinn at quinn@childandfamily.org.

Agency: Child and Family Charities

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Teen Zone Volunteer

We believe every kid has what it takes. The mission and core beliefs of Boys & Girls Clubs fuel our commitment to promoting safe, positive, inclusive environments for all. Boys & Girls Clubs supports all youth and teens-of every race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, ability, socio-economic status, and religion--in reaching their full potential.

A full on-boarding process is required for volunteers, to include application, background and reference check, on- line training, and orientation prior to volunteering. All requirements are valid for one year after completion. 

Volunteers needed to provide assist to program staff in the Teen Zone area. Activities include computer- based activities, homework work assistance, and fitness related activities. 







Agency: Boys & Girls Club of Lansing

We believe every kid has what it takes. The mission and core beliefs of Boys & Girls Clubs fuel our commitment to promoting safe, positive, inclusive environments for all. Boys & Girls Clubs supports all youth and teens-of every race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, ability, socio-economic status, and religion--in reaching their full potential.

A full on-boarding process is required for volunteers, to include application, background and reference check, on- line training, and orientation prior to volunteering. All requirements are valid for one year after completion. 

Volunteers needed to provide assist to program staff in the Teen Zone area. Activities include computer- based activities, homework work assistance, and fitness related activities. 







Agency: Boys & Girls Club of Lansing

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Home Help/Art projects Volunteer

The volunteer will assist youth at the Boys & Girls Club of Lansing with Homework or Art projects depending on volunteer interest. Volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum of two hours per week for at least 10 weeks. Opportunities are available M-F. We request that the volunteer commit to the same day each week. Hours are 3 pm-5 pm (September-May).  This opportunity does require a volunteer application with the Boys & Girls Club, Reference Check, Federal and State background Check, Child Sexual Abuse Prevention on -line training, and a brief orientation. 

Agency: Boys & Girls Club of Lansing

The volunteer will assist youth at the Boys & Girls Club of Lansing with Homework or Art projects depending on volunteer interest. Volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum of two hours per week for at least 10 weeks. Opportunities are available M-F. We request that the volunteer commit to the same day each week. Hours are 3 pm-5 pm (September-May).  This opportunity does require a volunteer application with the Boys & Girls Club, Reference Check, Federal and State background Check, Child Sexual Abuse Prevention on -line training, and a brief orientation. 

Agency: Boys & Girls Club of Lansing

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Gym Activities Volunteer

The activities/gym volunteer will assist Program Staff with supervision of gym related activities including sports and open gym activities. The volunteer will assist youth to maintain a spirit of respect and teamwork while assisting them to achieve goals in sports and/or fitness. The volunteer may choose day(s) of week to volunteer. 

Note: Boys & Girls Club requires you to complete their volunteer application, background check, references, training module, and review of policies and procedures before you can volunteer.

Agency: Boys & Girls Club of Lansing

The activities/gym volunteer will assist Program Staff with supervision of gym related activities including sports and open gym activities. The volunteer will assist youth to maintain a spirit of respect and teamwork while assisting them to achieve goals in sports and/or fitness. The volunteer may choose day(s) of week to volunteer. 

Note: Boys & Girls Club requires you to complete their volunteer application, background check, references, training module, and review of policies and procedures before you can volunteer.

Agency: Boys & Girls Club of Lansing

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Community Service Volunteer PM

Volunteers will be responsible for a variety of tasks.

Duties may include; kitchen work, janitorial, groundskeeping, food pantry, clothing closet, and community garden.


Essential skills include; interpersonal skills, attention to detail, time management, cleanliness, teamwork 

 

Tasks will be assigned upon arrival. 

 

Disclosure Guidelines for Court-Mandated Community Service

Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton counties (CCIEC) aims to engage volunteers of all ages and backgrounds in hands-on experiences that directly support the CCIEC and its partners. The following guidelines have been developed to enhance the transparency we need in working with court-mandated community service volunteers. It is our intent to provide a safe, productive, and rewarding experience for all volunteers.

It is CCIEC policy that all volunteers disclose the reason for their service and, if it is court-mandated, provide documentation as to the terms of the service required. Service hours will not be released to the court until this documentation is received.

Documentation must be completed before service hours begin. Disclosure must include both present and previous convictions on record. CCIEC reserves the right to accept or deny volunteer service based upon the disclosure. CCIEC reserves the right to confirm the disclosure with the court system. All paperwork, including this disclosure document, will be treated as confidential and only shared with pertinent staff on a need-to-know basis CCIEC recognizes a volunteer's right to privacy and will not disclose any information about him/her to an outside source without prior written consent, unless otherwise required by law.

Guidelines for Volunteers with Criminal Records

The CCIEC will not place volunteers convicted of offenses that may in any way endanger the safety of other volunteers, staff, the security of the building, or partner organizations. While CCIEC recognizes and appreciates the service of all volunteers, including those with criminal records, our priority is to protect and safeguard the mission, name, and productivity of CCIEC.

Restrictions on Service of Volunteers

CCIEC cannot place volunteers who:

Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a violent crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a sex crime. Are currently charged with a major theft or burglary. Are currently charged with drug sales.

The CCIEC reserves the right to make discretionary choices about the placement of individuals charged with these and other crimes. If you are not sure if you qualify please contact us.

Documentation/Tracking of Hours

It is the responsibility of the volunteer to sign in and sign out on CCIEC tracking sheets as instructed by CCIEC staff. In addition, we request that volunteers keep track of their own hours and notify us at least 24 hours in advance of needing a letter confirming service. (Preferably on your 2nd to last volunteer shift) All service hours totals are generated from the tracking sheets. You must sign in and out for accurate counting of service. 

Policy for volunteers’ no shows.

Volunteers have a responsibility to show to the shifts they are assigned to. If Volunteers do not show for their shifts, we have a three-strike policy.

First no show: They will be contacted via email/Phone Call

Second no show: it will be a verbal warning, stating/explaining they have two strikes and they have one last chance.

Third no Show: they will be immediately removed from any future shifts and disqualified for participating in any future volunteering program.

**We encourage volunteers to give at least 24 Hours notice before Unregistering, failing to do so will be consider a no show.**

For additional information contact Adam Wood at awood@catholiccharitiesiec.org

Agency: Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties Cristo Rey Campus

Volunteers will be responsible for a variety of tasks.

Duties may include; kitchen work, janitorial, groundskeeping, food pantry, clothing closet, and community garden.


Essential skills include; interpersonal skills, attention to detail, time management, cleanliness, teamwork 

 

Tasks will be assigned upon arrival. 

 

Disclosure Guidelines for Court-Mandated Community Service

Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton counties (CCIEC) aims to engage volunteers of all ages and backgrounds in hands-on experiences that directly support the CCIEC and its partners. The following guidelines have been developed to enhance the transparency we need in working with court-mandated community service volunteers. It is our intent to provide a safe, productive, and rewarding experience for all volunteers.

It is CCIEC policy that all volunteers disclose the reason for their service and, if it is court-mandated, provide documentation as to the terms of the service required. Service hours will not be released to the court until this documentation is received.

Documentation must be completed before service hours begin. Disclosure must include both present and previous convictions on record. CCIEC reserves the right to accept or deny volunteer service based upon the disclosure. CCIEC reserves the right to confirm the disclosure with the court system. All paperwork, including this disclosure document, will be treated as confidential and only shared with pertinent staff on a need-to-know basis CCIEC recognizes a volunteer's right to privacy and will not disclose any information about him/her to an outside source without prior written consent, unless otherwise required by law.

Guidelines for Volunteers with Criminal Records

The CCIEC will not place volunteers convicted of offenses that may in any way endanger the safety of other volunteers, staff, the security of the building, or partner organizations. While CCIEC recognizes and appreciates the service of all volunteers, including those with criminal records, our priority is to protect and safeguard the mission, name, and productivity of CCIEC.

Restrictions on Service of Volunteers

CCIEC cannot place volunteers who:

Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a violent crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a sex crime. Are currently charged with a major theft or burglary. Are currently charged with drug sales.

The CCIEC reserves the right to make discretionary choices about the placement of individuals charged with these and other crimes. If you are not sure if you qualify please contact us.

Documentation/Tracking of Hours

It is the responsibility of the volunteer to sign in and sign out on CCIEC tracking sheets as instructed by CCIEC staff. In addition, we request that volunteers keep track of their own hours and notify us at least 24 hours in advance of needing a letter confirming service. (Preferably on your 2nd to last volunteer shift) All service hours totals are generated from the tracking sheets. You must sign in and out for accurate counting of service. 

Policy for volunteers’ no shows.

Volunteers have a responsibility to show to the shifts they are assigned to. If Volunteers do not show for their shifts, we have a three-strike policy.

First no show: They will be contacted via email/Phone Call

Second no show: it will be a verbal warning, stating/explaining they have two strikes and they have one last chance.

Third no Show: they will be immediately removed from any future shifts and disqualified for participating in any future volunteering program.

**We encourage volunteers to give at least 24 Hours notice before Unregistering, failing to do so will be consider a no show.**

For additional information contact Adam Wood at awood@catholiccharitiesiec.org

Agency: Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties Cristo Rey Campus

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Community Service Volunteer AM

Volunteers will be responsible for a variety of tasks.

Duties may include; kitchen work, janitorial, groundskeeping, food pantry, clothing closet, and community garden.


Essential skills include; interpersonal skills, attention to detail, time management, cleanliness, teamwork 

 

Tasks will be assigned upon arrival. 

 

Disclosure Guidelines for Court-Mandated Community Service

Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, & Clinton counties (CCIEC) aims to engage volunteers of all ages and backgrounds in hands-on experiences that directly support the CCIEC and partners. The following guidelines have been developed to enhance the transparency we need in working with court-mandated community service volunteers. It is our intent to provide a safe, productive, and rewarding experience for all volunteers.

It is CCIEC policy that all volunteers disclose the reason for their service and, if it is court-mandated, provide documentation as to the terms of the service required. Service hours will not be released to the court until this documentation is received.

Documentation must be completed before service hours begin. Disclosure must include both present and previous convictions on record. CCIEC reserves the right to accept or deny volunteer service based upon the disclosure. CCIEC reserves the right to confirm the disclosure with the court system. All paperwork, including this disclosure document, will be treated as confidential and only shared with pertinent staff on a need-to-know basis CCIEC recognizes a volunteer's right to privacy and will not disclose any information about him/her to an outside source without prior written consent, unless otherwise required by law.

Guidelines for Volunteers with Criminal Records

CCIEC will not place volunteers convicted of offenses that may in any way endanger the safety of other volunteers, staff, the security of the building, or partner organizations. While the CCIEC recognizes and appreciates the service of all volunteers, including those with criminal records, our priority is to protect and safeguard the mission, name, and productivity of the CCIEC.

Restrictions on Service of Volunteers

CCIEC cannot place volunteers who:

Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a violent crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a sex crime. Are currently charged with a major theft or burglary. Are currently charged with drug sales.

The CCIEC reserves the right to make discretionary choices about the placement of individuals charged with these and other crimes. If you are not sure if you qualify please contact us.

Documentation/Tracking of Hours

It is the responsibility of the volunteer to sign in and sign out on CCIEC tracking sheets as instructed by CCIEC staff. In addition, we request that volunteers keep track of their own hours and notify us at least 24 hours in advance of needing a letter confirming service. (Preferably on your 2nd to last volunteer shift) All service hours totals are generated from the tracking sheets. You must sign in and out for accurate counting of service. 

Policy for volunteers’ no shows.

Volunteers have a responsibility to show to the shifts they are assigned to. If Volunteers do not show for their shifts, we have a three-strike policy.

First no show: They will be contacted via email/Phone Call

Second no show: it will be a verbal warning, stating/explaining they have two strikes and they have one last chance.

Third no Show: they will be immediately removed from any future shifts and disqualified for participating in any future volunteering program.

**We encourage volunteers to give at least 24 Hours notice before Unregistering, failing to do so will be consider a no show.**

For additional information contact awood@catholiccharitiesiec.org

Agency: Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties Cristo Rey Campus

Volunteers will be responsible for a variety of tasks.

Duties may include; kitchen work, janitorial, groundskeeping, food pantry, clothing closet, and community garden.


Essential skills include; interpersonal skills, attention to detail, time management, cleanliness, teamwork 

 

Tasks will be assigned upon arrival. 

 

Disclosure Guidelines for Court-Mandated Community Service

Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, & Clinton counties (CCIEC) aims to engage volunteers of all ages and backgrounds in hands-on experiences that directly support the CCIEC and partners. The following guidelines have been developed to enhance the transparency we need in working with court-mandated community service volunteers. It is our intent to provide a safe, productive, and rewarding experience for all volunteers.

It is CCIEC policy that all volunteers disclose the reason for their service and, if it is court-mandated, provide documentation as to the terms of the service required. Service hours will not be released to the court until this documentation is received.

Documentation must be completed before service hours begin. Disclosure must include both present and previous convictions on record. CCIEC reserves the right to accept or deny volunteer service based upon the disclosure. CCIEC reserves the right to confirm the disclosure with the court system. All paperwork, including this disclosure document, will be treated as confidential and only shared with pertinent staff on a need-to-know basis CCIEC recognizes a volunteer's right to privacy and will not disclose any information about him/her to an outside source without prior written consent, unless otherwise required by law.

Guidelines for Volunteers with Criminal Records

CCIEC will not place volunteers convicted of offenses that may in any way endanger the safety of other volunteers, staff, the security of the building, or partner organizations. While the CCIEC recognizes and appreciates the service of all volunteers, including those with criminal records, our priority is to protect and safeguard the mission, name, and productivity of the CCIEC.

Restrictions on Service of Volunteers

CCIEC cannot place volunteers who:

Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a violent crime. Are currently charged with or have been convicted of a sex crime. Are currently charged with a major theft or burglary. Are currently charged with drug sales.

The CCIEC reserves the right to make discretionary choices about the placement of individuals charged with these and other crimes. If you are not sure if you qualify please contact us.

Documentation/Tracking of Hours

It is the responsibility of the volunteer to sign in and sign out on CCIEC tracking sheets as instructed by CCIEC staff. In addition, we request that volunteers keep track of their own hours and notify us at least 24 hours in advance of needing a letter confirming service. (Preferably on your 2nd to last volunteer shift) All service hours totals are generated from the tracking sheets. You must sign in and out for accurate counting of service. 

Policy for volunteers’ no shows.

Volunteers have a responsibility to show to the shifts they are assigned to. If Volunteers do not show for their shifts, we have a three-strike policy.

First no show: They will be contacted via email/Phone Call

Second no show: it will be a verbal warning, stating/explaining they have two strikes and they have one last chance.

Third no Show: they will be immediately removed from any future shifts and disqualified for participating in any future volunteering program.

**We encourage volunteers to give at least 24 Hours notice before Unregistering, failing to do so will be consider a no show.**

For additional information contact awood@catholiccharitiesiec.org

Agency: Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties Cristo Rey Campus

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Seasonal Lawn Care Volunteer

Do you enjoy the outdoors? 

We are currently looking for a volunteer(s) to help us with our lawn. This would involve mowing the lawn and weed whacking every week. 


Agency: Haven House

Do you enjoy the outdoors? 

We are currently looking for a volunteer(s) to help us with our lawn. This would involve mowing the lawn and weed whacking every week. 


Agency: Haven House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48823

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Children's Reading Tutor-- Read to Succeed (Tue/Thurs schedule)

Help teach at-risk youth in your community! Volunteers are paired one-on-one with struggling students in the Lansing school district, grades K-5, to help them complete literacy-based activities to strengthen their reading and writing skills.

No prior experience necessary- we provide a free training to give you all the skills you need to be able to work with a student, with the option to take additional trainings throughout your time volunteering with us.

Meetings take place twice a week for 1.5 hours at a time (total commitment is 3 hours a week). This posting is to work at Forrest View Elementary, which will meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:45pm until 5:15pm. Meetings begin as soon as you're trained and will last until the week of April 20th (last day being April 24th).

Meetings take place in a group setting and you will be assisted by staff members from The Reading People in addition to a Lansing school teacher who monitors the session.


For more information contact volunteer coordinator Meredith McDonnell, volunteercoordinator@thereadingpeople.org or call (517) 485-4949.

Agency: The Reading People - Capital Area Literacy Coalition

Help teach at-risk youth in your community! Volunteers are paired one-on-one with struggling students in the Lansing school district, grades K-5, to help them complete literacy-based activities to strengthen their reading and writing skills.

No prior experience necessary- we provide a free training to give you all the skills you need to be able to work with a student, with the option to take additional trainings throughout your time volunteering with us.

Meetings take place twice a week for 1.5 hours at a time (total commitment is 3 hours a week). This posting is to work at Forrest View Elementary, which will meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:45pm until 5:15pm. Meetings begin as soon as you're trained and will last until the week of April 20th (last day being April 24th).

Meetings take place in a group setting and you will be assisted by staff members from The Reading People in addition to a Lansing school teacher who monitors the session.


For more information contact volunteer coordinator Meredith McDonnell, volunteercoordinator@thereadingpeople.org or call (517) 485-4949.

Agency: The Reading People - Capital Area Literacy Coalition

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Children's Reading Tutor-- Read to Succeed (Mon/Weds schedule)

Help teach at-risk youth in your community! Volunteers are paired one-on-one with struggling students in the Lansing school district, grades K-5, to help them complete literacy-based activities to strengthen their reading and writing skills.

No prior experience necessary- we provide a free training to give you all the skills you need to be able to work with a student, with the option to take additional trainings throughout your time volunteering with us.

Meetings take place twice a week for 1.5 hours at a time (total commitment is 3 hours a week). This posting is to work at Cavenaugh Elementary, which will meet every Monday and Wednesdays from 3:45pm until 5:15pm. Meetings begin as soon as you're trained and will last until the week of April 20th (last day being April 23rd).

Meetings take place in a group setting and you will be assisted by staff members from The Reading People in addition to a Lansing school teacher who monitors the session.


For more information contact volunteer coordinator Meredith McDonnell, volunteercoordinator@thereadingpeople.org or call (517) 485-4949

Agency: The Reading People - Capital Area Literacy Coalition

Help teach at-risk youth in your community! Volunteers are paired one-on-one with struggling students in the Lansing school district, grades K-5, to help them complete literacy-based activities to strengthen their reading and writing skills.

No prior experience necessary- we provide a free training to give you all the skills you need to be able to work with a student, with the option to take additional trainings throughout your time volunteering with us.

Meetings take place twice a week for 1.5 hours at a time (total commitment is 3 hours a week). This posting is to work at Cavenaugh Elementary, which will meet every Monday and Wednesdays from 3:45pm until 5:15pm. Meetings begin as soon as you're trained and will last until the week of April 20th (last day being April 23rd).

Meetings take place in a group setting and you will be assisted by staff members from The Reading People in addition to a Lansing school teacher who monitors the session.


For more information contact volunteer coordinator Meredith McDonnell, volunteercoordinator@thereadingpeople.org or call (517) 485-4949

Agency: The Reading People - Capital Area Literacy Coalition

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Friday Night Live Volunteer


Friday Night Live (FNL) is a time to hangout at B21 on a Friday night! This is a FREE event! There will be food and beverages available for purchase.

Friday Night Live takes place on the second Friday of every month. These events will take place from 7-10pm at Building 21’s campus (with the exception of special FNL’s that may run at different times).

These nights are for any student from 6th-12th grade. You do NOT have to be a member to attend. There is also NO registration. Just show up! It is a great way to kick off your weekend with your friends in a fun and safe environment!

Agency: Building Twentyone


Friday Night Live (FNL) is a time to hangout at B21 on a Friday night! This is a FREE event! There will be food and beverages available for purchase.

Friday Night Live takes place on the second Friday of every month. These events will take place from 7-10pm at Building 21’s campus (with the exception of special FNL’s that may run at different times).

These nights are for any student from 6th-12th grade. You do NOT have to be a member to attend. There is also NO registration. Just show up! It is a great way to kick off your weekend with your friends in a fun and safe environment!

Agency: Building Twentyone

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 48854

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Kitchen Help

Our Kitchen needs volunteers to help prepare and serve our community lunches on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 11:45 am-1:45 pm. Volunteers would report to the cook for assignments for the day and would work with other volunteers as well. Volunteers would need to be able to do some small lifting, and be able to stay on their feet.  Duties typically consist of helping to setup for noon time meal, serve meal and clean up after meal.  Volunteer Application and Background Check required.  Please contact michelle.johnson@usc.salvationarmy.org for paperwork.  Thank you.

Agency: The Salvation Army (Lansing Capital Area)

Our Kitchen needs volunteers to help prepare and serve our community lunches on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 11:45 am-1:45 pm. Volunteers would report to the cook for assignments for the day and would work with other volunteers as well. Volunteers would need to be able to do some small lifting, and be able to stay on their feet.  Duties typically consist of helping to setup for noon time meal, serve meal and clean up after meal.  Volunteer Application and Background Check required.  Please contact michelle.johnson@usc.salvationarmy.org for paperwork.  Thank you.

Agency: The Salvation Army (Lansing Capital Area)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Food Pantry Volunteers

Working from referrals from the Food bank, The Salvation Army Lansing Capital Area Corps location distributes food 5 days a week at 525 N Pennsylvania. The volunteer will assist food clients with their order by taking their order and filling it in our "Pantry of Choice". Various shifts available Monday thru Friday either 9:00 am - 12:00 pm or 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm.  Volunteer Application and Background Check required.  Please contact michelle.johnson@usc.salvationarmy.org for paperwork.  Thank you.

Agency: The Salvation Army (Lansing Capital Area)

Working from referrals from the Food bank, The Salvation Army Lansing Capital Area Corps location distributes food 5 days a week at 525 N Pennsylvania. The volunteer will assist food clients with their order by taking their order and filling it in our "Pantry of Choice". Various shifts available Monday thru Friday either 9:00 am - 12:00 pm or 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm.  Volunteer Application and Background Check required.  Please contact michelle.johnson@usc.salvationarmy.org for paperwork.  Thank you.

Agency: The Salvation Army (Lansing Capital Area)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Join Us in Making a Difference!

Join Us in Making a Difference!

At DAP Services & Resources, our mission is to advance equity and address health disparities in underserved aging populations. We provide vital programs like the Senior Stability Program, Golden Gatherings, and Crucial Conversations, helping seniors and individuals with chronic illnesses achieve stability and access the care they deserve.

As our organization grows to meet increasing community needs, we are seeking passionate and dedicated volunteers to help expand our impact. Volunteers play a critical role in strengthening our programs, reaching more individuals in need, and ensuring our nonprofit can continue to transform lives.

By joining our volunteer team, you can help us:

Enhance our outreach and community engagement efforts.Support program development and event execution.Provide administrative assistance to streamline operations.Contribute to fundraising and grant research to sustain our mission.

Your time, skills, and commitment can make a tangible difference in the lives of the most vulnerable members of our community. Together, we can build pathways to stability and create lasting change.

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back and grow alongside a compassionate team, we invite you to volunteer with us today!

Agency: DAP Services & Resource Center

Join Us in Making a Difference!

At DAP Services & Resources, our mission is to advance equity and address health disparities in underserved aging populations. We provide vital programs like the Senior Stability Program, Golden Gatherings, and Crucial Conversations, helping seniors and individuals with chronic illnesses achieve stability and access the care they deserve.

As our organization grows to meet increasing community needs, we are seeking passionate and dedicated volunteers to help expand our impact. Volunteers play a critical role in strengthening our programs, reaching more individuals in need, and ensuring our nonprofit can continue to transform lives.

By joining our volunteer team, you can help us:

Enhance our outreach and community engagement efforts.Support program development and event execution.Provide administrative assistance to streamline operations.Contribute to fundraising and grant research to sustain our mission.

Your time, skills, and commitment can make a tangible difference in the lives of the most vulnerable members of our community. Together, we can build pathways to stability and create lasting change.

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back and grow alongside a compassionate team, we invite you to volunteer with us today!

Agency: DAP Services & Resource Center

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Office Distro and Lunch/Kits Prep (Monday-Friday)

At Punks With Lunch Lansing, we are dedicated to restoring dignity to unhoused individuals and those affected by substance use. Our efforts are centered at The Fledge, where we create meaningful change. (Our entrance is located on the side of the building. You can easily spot it by the bright sky-blue walls and wooden stairs.)


We invite you to join us in:
 - Organizing kits for safe use.
 - Preparing lunch boxes for individuals in need of a meal.


Your support helps us make a positive impact in our community. 

If you have any questions, send us an email!


Monday- Friday from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 

Agency: Punks With Lunch Lansing

At Punks With Lunch Lansing, we are dedicated to restoring dignity to unhoused individuals and those affected by substance use. Our efforts are centered at The Fledge, where we create meaningful change. (Our entrance is located on the side of the building. You can easily spot it by the bright sky-blue walls and wooden stairs.)


We invite you to join us in:
 - Organizing kits for safe use.
 - Preparing lunch boxes for individuals in need of a meal.


Your support helps us make a positive impact in our community. 

If you have any questions, send us an email!


Monday- Friday from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 

Agency: Punks With Lunch Lansing

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Saturday Distros


We bring our services directly to the communities that need them most. Our Mobile Outreach Program and street teams target locations with the highest need for our services, ensuring that we reach those who may not otherwise have access.

Building a more compassionate society, one sack lunch at a time. Punks with Lunch Lansing is a not-for-profit, non-religious, non-political outreach organization. We strive to inspire, motivate, and grow community involvement. We conduct organized outreach activities every other Saturday at Reutter Park and surrounding areas. We provide food, hygiene items, clothing (socks & underwear), camping items (tents & sleeping bags), and harm reduction to those in need. Our participants are primarily unhoused, low- to no-income individuals, and those with substance use disorders.




Agency: Punks With Lunch Lansing


We bring our services directly to the communities that need them most. Our Mobile Outreach Program and street teams target locations with the highest need for our services, ensuring that we reach those who may not otherwise have access.

Building a more compassionate society, one sack lunch at a time. Punks with Lunch Lansing is a not-for-profit, non-religious, non-political outreach organization. We strive to inspire, motivate, and grow community involvement. We conduct organized outreach activities every other Saturday at Reutter Park and surrounding areas. We provide food, hygiene items, clothing (socks & underwear), camping items (tents & sleeping bags), and harm reduction to those in need. Our participants are primarily unhoused, low- to no-income individuals, and those with substance use disorders.




Agency: Punks With Lunch Lansing

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48933

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Court Ordered Community Service

Haven House accepts applications for court ordered Community Service Volunteers with the following guidelines.

Restrictions on Service of Volunteers

- Only non-violent infractions accepted. (No assault and battery, armed robbery, domestic abuse, larceny, destruction of property, etc.)

-May not be a sex offender nor have any cases pending.

-No illegal drug related charges or convictions.

-No retail fraud and embezzlement charges or convictions. 

Application Process

-Apply online to be a volunteer and answer every question on the application.

-You will then be contacted to attend an orientation if you are eligible to complete service hours.

Scheduling Hours

-Shifts are 2 to 4 hours.

-Dates and times of service must be arranged and approved by the Volunteer Manager.

Attendance

-The Volunteer Manager must be called in advance if you will be absent and if unavailable, leave a voicemail (517) 348-0688. Also, contact the office (517) 337-2731 and speak with a live person to cancel your shift if Volunteer Manager is not in the office.

-More than one no call no show could result in termination of the program.

-You are to clock in and out via the app called My Impact. Credit will not be given if you fail to do so. Falsification of hours will result in immediate termination.

-You are responsible to be on time and complete all assignments. Poor performance may result in your termination.

Agency: Haven House

Haven House accepts applications for court ordered Community Service Volunteers with the following guidelines.

Restrictions on Service of Volunteers

- Only non-violent infractions accepted. (No assault and battery, armed robbery, domestic abuse, larceny, destruction of property, etc.)

-May not be a sex offender nor have any cases pending.

-No illegal drug related charges or convictions.

-No retail fraud and embezzlement charges or convictions. 

Application Process

-Apply online to be a volunteer and answer every question on the application.

-You will then be contacted to attend an orientation if you are eligible to complete service hours.

Scheduling Hours

-Shifts are 2 to 4 hours.

-Dates and times of service must be arranged and approved by the Volunteer Manager.

Attendance

-The Volunteer Manager must be called in advance if you will be absent and if unavailable, leave a voicemail (517) 348-0688. Also, contact the office (517) 337-2731 and speak with a live person to cancel your shift if Volunteer Manager is not in the office.

-More than one no call no show could result in termination of the program.

-You are to clock in and out via the app called My Impact. Credit will not be given if you fail to do so. Falsification of hours will result in immediate termination.

-You are responsible to be on time and complete all assignments. Poor performance may result in your termination.

Agency: Haven House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48823

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Shelter Maintenance Volunteer

Are you handy or skilled at making repairs?

We are looking for a volunteer who can perform routine maintenance a few hours each week and/or as needed. A list of tasks will be provided during training.  

Agency: Haven House

Are you handy or skilled at making repairs?

We are looking for a volunteer who can perform routine maintenance a few hours each week and/or as needed. A list of tasks will be provided during training.  

Agency: Haven House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48823

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: PM Office Volunteer

Office volunteers serve a unique role as a liaison among staff, clients, and other volunteers. This provides one of our most interactive volunteer opportunities. The primary tasks include:

Answering phones and transferring calls to correct staff member.  When a person calls requesting shelter, it is important to obtain enough information to determine if the person really needs shelter and is suitable for our shelter, to do this we use our phone screening.   You might collect in-kind donations from a donor during their scheduled appointment time and provide their receipt. You might help other volunteers or clients have access to the supplies they need. There are many opportunities to take on additional or alternate responsibilities in the office volunteer role. 

*this role requires at least a (2) hour training after orientation.

Agency: Haven House

Office volunteers serve a unique role as a liaison among staff, clients, and other volunteers. This provides one of our most interactive volunteer opportunities. The primary tasks include:

Answering phones and transferring calls to correct staff member.  When a person calls requesting shelter, it is important to obtain enough information to determine if the person really needs shelter and is suitable for our shelter, to do this we use our phone screening.   You might collect in-kind donations from a donor during their scheduled appointment time and provide their receipt. You might help other volunteers or clients have access to the supplies they need. There are many opportunities to take on additional or alternate responsibilities in the office volunteer role. 

*this role requires at least a (2) hour training after orientation.

Agency: Haven House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48823-2725

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Lansing Schools Summer and Afterschool Meal Program

Help prepare hot meals for kids enrolled in the Summer Enrichment and/or After-Hours Enrichment Program at Lansing School District. This opportunity involves cooking from scratch and cleaning up afterward. Volunteers must have knowledge of preparing vegetables and fruits, reading recipes and cooking / baking. This is a time sensitive activity, and must be completed within the allotted time, thus cooking knowledge is a must. These meals will be served to kids going without dinner. We do not serve the meals to the kids nor are they on site at Cristo Rey.

Agency: Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties Cristo Rey Campus

Help prepare hot meals for kids enrolled in the Summer Enrichment and/or After-Hours Enrichment Program at Lansing School District. This opportunity involves cooking from scratch and cleaning up afterward. Volunteers must have knowledge of preparing vegetables and fruits, reading recipes and cooking / baking. This is a time sensitive activity, and must be completed within the allotted time, thus cooking knowledge is a must. These meals will be served to kids going without dinner. We do not serve the meals to the kids nor are they on site at Cristo Rey.

Agency: Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties Cristo Rey Campus

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Multiple Shifts Available

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Inventory tracking

Haven House stores many donations for our shelter and families. So, keeping an accurate count of what is available allows our programs to run smoothly and clients have what they need. To do this, we use an electronic tracking system called inFlow and all donations coming into the shelter or going out to clients must be accounted for. With the constant movement of donations the inventory counts can become inaccurate so regular tracking of inventory in all areas is necessary.  Volunteers interested in this position will commit to at least 2-4 hours M-F checking inventory on a weekly rotation for preventative measures as well as when inventory is found to have discrepancies. This is an independent role meaning volunteers will train with staff beforehand but when training is complete, they will come and go as scheduled with minimal supervision.

Agency: Haven House

Haven House stores many donations for our shelter and families. So, keeping an accurate count of what is available allows our programs to run smoothly and clients have what they need. To do this, we use an electronic tracking system called inFlow and all donations coming into the shelter or going out to clients must be accounted for. With the constant movement of donations the inventory counts can become inaccurate so regular tracking of inventory in all areas is necessary.  Volunteers interested in this position will commit to at least 2-4 hours M-F checking inventory on a weekly rotation for preventative measures as well as when inventory is found to have discrepancies. This is an independent role meaning volunteers will train with staff beforehand but when training is complete, they will come and go as scheduled with minimal supervision.

Agency: Haven House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48823

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: AM Office Volunteer

Office volunteers serve a unique role as a liaison among staff, clients, and other volunteers. This provides one of our most interactive volunteer opportunities. The primary tasks include:

Answering phones and transferring calls to correct staff member.  When a person calls requesting shelter, it is important to obtain enough information to determine if the person really needs shelter and is suitable for our shelter, to do this we use our phone screening.   You might collect in-kind donations from a donor during their scheduled appointment time and provide their receipt. You might help other volunteers or clients have access to the supplies they need. There are many opportunities to take on additional or alternate responsibilities in the office volunteer role. 

*this role requires at least a (2) hour training after orientation.

Agency: Haven House

Office volunteers serve a unique role as a liaison among staff, clients, and other volunteers. This provides one of our most interactive volunteer opportunities. The primary tasks include:

Answering phones and transferring calls to correct staff member.  When a person calls requesting shelter, it is important to obtain enough information to determine if the person really needs shelter and is suitable for our shelter, to do this we use our phone screening.   You might collect in-kind donations from a donor during their scheduled appointment time and provide their receipt. You might help other volunteers or clients have access to the supplies they need. There are many opportunities to take on additional or alternate responsibilities in the office volunteer role. 

*this role requires at least a (2) hour training after orientation.

Agency: Haven House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 48823

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Freezer Entree'

Haven House is looking to have meals on hand for nights there is not a volunteer to prepare, so staff has a delicious homecooked meal to warm and serve. Entrees we can freeze with instructions on top on how to reheat and what the meal is. We serve dinner for up to 30 people so all entrees must be for this quantity. 

Meals can be casseroles, Italian, various meats, except pork, vegetable sides, etc. Haven House can provide the ingredients needed for meals, but you are welcome to purchase if you would like.

Please email pclevenger@havenhouseel.org with your interest for this opportunity and we can discuss possible meals you would like to prepare, ingredients, etc. From there, we will coordinate ingredients pick up, if needed, and meal delivery date/time to Haven House.  

This opportunity is very flexible as it is on your own time to prepare the meal either once a month, once a week, etc. and schedule a delivery to Haven House during regular business hours so this can be properly stored.

Agency: Haven House

Haven House is looking to have meals on hand for nights there is not a volunteer to prepare, so staff has a delicious homecooked meal to warm and serve. Entrees we can freeze with instructions on top on how to reheat and what the meal is. We serve dinner for up to 30 people so all entrees must be for this quantity. 

Meals can be casseroles, Italian, various meats, except pork, vegetable sides, etc. Haven House can provide the ingredients needed for meals, but you are welcome to purchase if you would like.

Please email pclevenger@havenhouseel.org with your interest for this opportunity and we can discuss possible meals you would like to prepare, ingredients, etc. From there, we will coordinate ingredients pick up, if needed, and meal delivery date/time to Haven House.  

This opportunity is very flexible as it is on your own time to prepare the meal either once a month, once a week, etc. and schedule a delivery to Haven House during regular business hours so this can be properly stored.

Agency: Haven House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48823

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Dinner Volunteer

You can sign up for one-time opportunities or set up a weekly or monthly plan to prepare meals.  Dinner is served at 5:30 pm.  A dinner menu is drafted monthly. 

 

COOKING AT HAVEN HOUSE:

Cook what is listed on our menu PLEASE use ALL the ingredients set out, including meats, as more food is better than not enough. Any grease used for cooking MUST be poured in the container labeled “grease” next to the stove, NOT down the drain. Cook what is listed with some of your own changes or additions Cook your own recipe with our ingredients Cook your own recipe with your ingredients

 

COOKING OFF-SITE:

Cook what is listed on the menu using our ingredients Come to Haven House and collect ingredients, pots and pans, etc. you need to prepare the meal Cook a meal of your choice using our or your own ingredients We will need to discuss this option to be sure this is a meal clients will enjoy and food items we can purchase Come to Haven House and collect ingredients, pots and pans, etc. you need to prepare the meal Deliver prepared meal to Haven House by 5:30pm

 

We recommend arriving at 3:30 pm. Any menu items needing defrosting should already be in the refrigerator before you arrive, shelter staff does this. If you plan to deviate from the menu, let us know so we do not defrost unless needed.

Meals should be prepared and ready by 5:30. Dinner is served buffet style.

Dinner volunteers ARE required to clean any meal prep dishes. All pots & pans, knives, cooking utensils, bowls, mixers, blenders, crock pots, roasters, etc. used to prepare the meal must be cleaned before clocking out. Dishes will need to be washed, rinsed, sanitized, dried and put away, and the oven and stove-top cleaned, if needed. The supplies you will use, where to find them, and more detailed instruction will be discussed during your tour. 

*Be sure to "cancel" via your account if you cannot make your dinner preparation as scheduled so shelter staff can be prepared to make dinner that night. Calling the shelter to cancel as well is helpful in case Volunteer Coordinator is not in the office to receive automatic cancellation email*

Agency: Haven House

You can sign up for one-time opportunities or set up a weekly or monthly plan to prepare meals.  Dinner is served at 5:30 pm.  A dinner menu is drafted monthly. 

 

COOKING AT HAVEN HOUSE:

Cook what is listed on our menu PLEASE use ALL the ingredients set out, including meats, as more food is better than not enough. Any grease used for cooking MUST be poured in the container labeled “grease” next to the stove, NOT down the drain. Cook what is listed with some of your own changes or additions Cook your own recipe with our ingredients Cook your own recipe with your ingredients

 

COOKING OFF-SITE:

Cook what is listed on the menu using our ingredients Come to Haven House and collect ingredients, pots and pans, etc. you need to prepare the meal Cook a meal of your choice using our or your own ingredients We will need to discuss this option to be sure this is a meal clients will enjoy and food items we can purchase Come to Haven House and collect ingredients, pots and pans, etc. you need to prepare the meal Deliver prepared meal to Haven House by 5:30pm

 

We recommend arriving at 3:30 pm. Any menu items needing defrosting should already be in the refrigerator before you arrive, shelter staff does this. If you plan to deviate from the menu, let us know so we do not defrost unless needed.

Meals should be prepared and ready by 5:30. Dinner is served buffet style.

Dinner volunteers ARE required to clean any meal prep dishes. All pots & pans, knives, cooking utensils, bowls, mixers, blenders, crock pots, roasters, etc. used to prepare the meal must be cleaned before clocking out. Dishes will need to be washed, rinsed, sanitized, dried and put away, and the oven and stove-top cleaned, if needed. The supplies you will use, where to find them, and more detailed instruction will be discussed during your tour. 

*Be sure to "cancel" via your account if you cannot make your dinner preparation as scheduled so shelter staff can be prepared to make dinner that night. Calling the shelter to cancel as well is helpful in case Volunteer Coordinator is not in the office to receive automatic cancellation email*

Agency: Haven House

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48823

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: VITA Services - Administrative Assistant

Assist in the overall administrative support for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) – Shared Services team.  Assist with development and implementation of daily activities including but not limited to: planning meetings; customer/client services; committee support; and special events.  Coordinates support for professional staff in relation to volunteers and interns. This position is based at the UWSCM - Lansing Office. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

Manage and maintain the VITA team schedule including scheduling and verifying meetings  Schedule meetings, arrange for facilities, prepare agendas, minutes, and other meeting materials for VITA committees.  Assist in coordinating the VITA team’s calendar and on-going development of activities.  Answer client and partner phone calls and manage the VITA voicemail box.  Assist, as needed, with client and site scheduling.  Assist with special initiatives related to the VITA program.  Assist, as needed, with distribution of marketing materials.  Communicate with various staff, volunteers, partner organizations, etc. to ensure that the VITA team meets deadlines.  Prepares mailings.  Other duties as assigned. 

Agency: United Way of South Central Michigan-Capital Area

Assist in the overall administrative support for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) – Shared Services team.  Assist with development and implementation of daily activities including but not limited to: planning meetings; customer/client services; committee support; and special events.  Coordinates support for professional staff in relation to volunteers and interns. This position is based at the UWSCM - Lansing Office. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

Manage and maintain the VITA team schedule including scheduling and verifying meetings  Schedule meetings, arrange for facilities, prepare agendas, minutes, and other meeting materials for VITA committees.  Assist in coordinating the VITA team’s calendar and on-going development of activities.  Answer client and partner phone calls and manage the VITA voicemail box.  Assist, as needed, with client and site scheduling.  Assist with special initiatives related to the VITA program.  Assist, as needed, with distribution of marketing materials.  Communicate with various staff, volunteers, partner organizations, etc. to ensure that the VITA team meets deadlines.  Prepares mailings.  Other duties as assigned. 

Agency: United Way of South Central Michigan-Capital Area

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Adult Chaperones for Peace Prosperity Youth Action Movement

Peace & Prosperity Youth Action Movement (PPM) is a group of teens and young adults, ages 12 and up, focused on increasing social equity within our community.

We launched PPM in 2009 to engage young people through skill-building and leadership curriculum that prepares them for continuing education, community and civic leadership, social entrepreneurship, and economic mobility to create transformative change. 

​PPM needs adult volunteer chaperones that will work in partnership with PPM adult staff who develop and deliver curriculum, events , and activities in a youth program setting.

 

Required:

Be at least 21 years of age Desire and ability to work with teenagers and children, providing feedback, encouragement, and coaching. Strong communication and interpersonal skills Basic organizational skills Available to meet on two Fridays a month Mandatory background check Fill & sign chaperone responsibility form

Specific Tasks:

Partner with teens to oversee program activities. Assist teen leads with program members Ensure the safety and well-being of PPM Assist PPM adult staff with the delivery of program activities if needed, including crafts, clean up after meetings, and community service projects. Help with additional program duties as needed

Commitment:

Two Fridays a month

Benefits:

Free meal every meeting Hands-on experience working with marginalized and underrepresented youth in the community making a change Build relationships and connections with prominent Capital area organizations, individuals, etc.

Agency: One Love Global

Peace & Prosperity Youth Action Movement (PPM) is a group of teens and young adults, ages 12 and up, focused on increasing social equity within our community.

We launched PPM in 2009 to engage young people through skill-building and leadership curriculum that prepares them for continuing education, community and civic leadership, social entrepreneurship, and economic mobility to create transformative change. 

​PPM needs adult volunteer chaperones that will work in partnership with PPM adult staff who develop and deliver curriculum, events , and activities in a youth program setting.

 

Required:

Be at least 21 years of age Desire and ability to work with teenagers and children, providing feedback, encouragement, and coaching. Strong communication and interpersonal skills Basic organizational skills Available to meet on two Fridays a month Mandatory background check Fill & sign chaperone responsibility form

Specific Tasks:

Partner with teens to oversee program activities. Assist teen leads with program members Ensure the safety and well-being of PPM Assist PPM adult staff with the delivery of program activities if needed, including crafts, clean up after meetings, and community service projects. Help with additional program duties as needed

Commitment:

Two Fridays a month

Benefits:

Free meal every meeting Hands-on experience working with marginalized and underrepresented youth in the community making a change Build relationships and connections with prominent Capital area organizations, individuals, etc.

Agency: One Love Global

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Administrative Volunteer

One Love Global is looking for an administrative volunteer. An administrative volunteer may assist with follow up phone calls, answering emails, filing, data entry or helping to create admission packets, and creating flyers for all events using canva.

 

Required:

Be at least 18 years of age Can meet deadline and follow instructions. Strong communication and interpersonal skills Basic organizational skills Proficiency in MS office and Google Docs

Specific Tasks:

Respond to emails Follow up phones calls to applicant of programs and/or services Data Entry and Filing in Google Docs Take Meeting Minutes Help with additional duties as needed Creating Flyers using canva

Commitment:

Self- Schedule as long as deadline are met.

 

Agency: One Love Global

One Love Global is looking for an administrative volunteer. An administrative volunteer may assist with follow up phone calls, answering emails, filing, data entry or helping to create admission packets, and creating flyers for all events using canva.

 

Required:

Be at least 18 years of age Can meet deadline and follow instructions. Strong communication and interpersonal skills Basic organizational skills Proficiency in MS office and Google Docs

Specific Tasks:

Respond to emails Follow up phones calls to applicant of programs and/or services Data Entry and Filing in Google Docs Take Meeting Minutes Help with additional duties as needed Creating Flyers using canva

Commitment:

Self- Schedule as long as deadline are met.

 

Agency: One Love Global

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: VITA Volunteers for Tax Year 2024

United Way of South Central Michigan VITA Volunteers help keep money in the pockets of Lansing Capital Area households who need it most. As either a Tax Preparer or Community Resource volunteer you can help us to provide free tax services to those who make less than $64,000 per year. ***No prior experience is necessary! All opportunities have in-person and virtual options available***

IF INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING WITH THE VITA PROGRAM, PLEASE REGISTER WITH THEIR NEW VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT AND TRAINING PLATFORM, BETTER IMPACT, AT THE LINK HERE (THE SHORTENED URL IS ALSO BELOW)!

https://bttr.im/oljuo Tax Preparers

are trained and IRS-certified to provide free income tax preparation services to working families. They help families avoid costly tax preparation fees, steer clear of predatory financial products, and make the most of tax-time credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Michigan Home Heating Credit.

Duties: Meet individually with clients, interview clients, review tax documents, and prepare returns using professional tax software Connect clients to meaningful savings opportunities Refer clients to pertinent resources in the community that they may be interested in Qualifications: Must successfully complete free tax preparation training & pass IRS-certification test Must be willing to maintain client confidentiality Ability to build rapport & discuss sensitive financial information with care No prior tax experience is required Time Requirement: At least 4-hours of volunteering each week during tax season (end of January to April) Participation in 12-15 hours of flexible, virtual training, and roughly 5 hours of flexible, in-person training Training: Tentatively, virtual tax training will begin to be posted in November, and be accessible anywhere with an internet connection. The sessions will follow pre-defined curriculum and allow volunteers to go at their own pace. Short, in-person sessions will begin shortly after. All sessions will be recorded and can be viewed afterwards if attendance is not possible.  Both new and returning Volunteer Tax Preparers must pass an open-book IRS-certification exam Benefits: Gain professional skills while helping families in the Lansing Capital Area boost their financial stability Free tax law and tax preparation training, culminating in IRS certification Support from trained tax professionals Professional development and networking opportunities Make new friends Community Resource Volunteers

help to ensure that clients gain access to invaluable community services and that our sites run as smoothly as they can by verifying documentation, answering clients' initial questions, and directing the movement of clients from preparation to quality review.

Duties: Greet and direct new and returning clients Refer clients to beneficial resources available in the community based on materials provided by the Capital Area United Way Enter client responses to surveys Respond to clients' questions Qualifications: Able to work with a diverse population in a professional manner Willingness to help people and answer questions Must successfully complete free intake/interview training & pass IRS-certification test Must be willing to maintain client confidentiality No prior tax or customer service experience is required Time Requirement: At least four hours of volunteering each week during tax season (end of January to April) Participation in 5-10 hours of flexible, virtual training with a limited in-person component Training: Virtual training takes place beginning in November. Both new and returning Community Resource Volunteers must pass an open-book IRS-certification exam Benefits: Gain professional skills while helping families in the Lansing Capital Area boost their financial stability Professional development and networking opportunities Make new friends Intake Specialists

help to ensure that clients are able to access services where we do not run full preparation sites. They do so by scanning and uploading client documentations to secure servers that our preparers can access, and helping clients move through our process.

Duties: Greet and direct new and returning clients Assist clients in completing necessary informational forms Assemble documents to prepare for scanning Help coordinate processing of clients' returns Respond to clients' questions Qualifications: Able to work with a diverse population in a professional manner Willingness to help people and answer questions Must successfully complete free intake/interview training & pass IRS-certification test Must be willing to maintain client confidentiality No prior tax or customer service experience is required Time Requirement: At least four hours of volunteering each week during tax season (end of January to April) Participation in 5 hours of flexible, virtual training with a limited in-person component Training: Virtual training takes place beginning in November. Both new and returning Intake Specialists must pass an open-book IRS-certification exam Benefits: Gain professional skills while helping Capital Area families boost their financial stability Professional development and networking opportunities Make new friends

Agency: United Way of South Central Michigan

United Way of South Central Michigan VITA Volunteers help keep money in the pockets of Lansing Capital Area households who need it most. As either a Tax Preparer or Community Resource volunteer you can help us to provide free tax services to those who make less than $64,000 per year. ***No prior experience is necessary! All opportunities have in-person and virtual options available***

IF INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING WITH THE VITA PROGRAM, PLEASE REGISTER WITH THEIR NEW VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT AND TRAINING PLATFORM, BETTER IMPACT, AT THE LINK HERE (THE SHORTENED URL IS ALSO BELOW)!

https://bttr.im/oljuo Tax Preparers

are trained and IRS-certified to provide free income tax preparation services to working families. They help families avoid costly tax preparation fees, steer clear of predatory financial products, and make the most of tax-time credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Michigan Home Heating Credit.

Duties: Meet individually with clients, interview clients, review tax documents, and prepare returns using professional tax software Connect clients to meaningful savings opportunities Refer clients to pertinent resources in the community that they may be interested in Qualifications: Must successfully complete free tax preparation training & pass IRS-certification test Must be willing to maintain client confidentiality Ability to build rapport & discuss sensitive financial information with care No prior tax experience is required Time Requirement: At least 4-hours of volunteering each week during tax season (end of January to April) Participation in 12-15 hours of flexible, virtual training, and roughly 5 hours of flexible, in-person training Training: Tentatively, virtual tax training will begin to be posted in November, and be accessible anywhere with an internet connection. The sessions will follow pre-defined curriculum and allow volunteers to go at their own pace. Short, in-person sessions will begin shortly after. All sessions will be recorded and can be viewed afterwards if attendance is not possible.  Both new and returning Volunteer Tax Preparers must pass an open-book IRS-certification exam Benefits: Gain professional skills while helping families in the Lansing Capital Area boost their financial stability Free tax law and tax preparation training, culminating in IRS certification Support from trained tax professionals Professional development and networking opportunities Make new friends Community Resource Volunteers

help to ensure that clients gain access to invaluable community services and that our sites run as smoothly as they can by verifying documentation, answering clients' initial questions, and directing the movement of clients from preparation to quality review.

Duties: Greet and direct new and returning clients Refer clients to beneficial resources available in the community based on materials provided by the Capital Area United Way Enter client responses to surveys Respond to clients' questions Qualifications: Able to work with a diverse population in a professional manner Willingness to help people and answer questions Must successfully complete free intake/interview training & pass IRS-certification test Must be willing to maintain client confidentiality No prior tax or customer service experience is required Time Requirement: At least four hours of volunteering each week during tax season (end of January to April) Participation in 5-10 hours of flexible, virtual training with a limited in-person component Training: Virtual training takes place beginning in November. Both new and returning Community Resource Volunteers must pass an open-book IRS-certification exam Benefits: Gain professional skills while helping families in the Lansing Capital Area boost their financial stability Professional development and networking opportunities Make new friends Intake Specialists

help to ensure that clients are able to access services where we do not run full preparation sites. They do so by scanning and uploading client documentations to secure servers that our preparers can access, and helping clients move through our process.

Duties: Greet and direct new and returning clients Assist clients in completing necessary informational forms Assemble documents to prepare for scanning Help coordinate processing of clients' returns Respond to clients' questions Qualifications: Able to work with a diverse population in a professional manner Willingness to help people and answer questions Must successfully complete free intake/interview training & pass IRS-certification test Must be willing to maintain client confidentiality No prior tax or customer service experience is required Time Requirement: At least four hours of volunteering each week during tax season (end of January to April) Participation in 5 hours of flexible, virtual training with a limited in-person component Training: Virtual training takes place beginning in November. Both new and returning Intake Specialists must pass an open-book IRS-certification exam Benefits: Gain professional skills while helping Capital Area families boost their financial stability Professional development and networking opportunities Make new friends

Agency: United Way of South Central Michigan

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Lansing Small Business Directory

Volunteer Opportunity: We're currently seeking passionate volunteers to join us in this impactful endeavor. Volunteers will play a pivotal role in reaching out to and engaging with local small businesses, encouraging their participation in our Small Business Directory. Through your support, we aim to elevate the visibility of these enterprises, ultimately stimulating economic growth and creating a thriving Lansing business community.

How You Can Help: As a volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to be a driving force behind our mission. Your efforts will directly contribute to the growth and success of small businesses in the Greater Lansing area. Join us in our quest to create awareness, expand customer bases, and invigorate the local economy by bringing small businesses together in this collaborative initiative.

Get involved today and be a part of a movement that champions local businesses, fosters impactful connections, and cultivates a flourishing business landscape in the Greater Lansing area!

Discount Code: have businesses use code M2M to receive $5 off of their directory registration.

Agency: Memories to Milestones

Volunteer Opportunity: We're currently seeking passionate volunteers to join us in this impactful endeavor. Volunteers will play a pivotal role in reaching out to and engaging with local small businesses, encouraging their participation in our Small Business Directory. Through your support, we aim to elevate the visibility of these enterprises, ultimately stimulating economic growth and creating a thriving Lansing business community.

How You Can Help: As a volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to be a driving force behind our mission. Your efforts will directly contribute to the growth and success of small businesses in the Greater Lansing area. Join us in our quest to create awareness, expand customer bases, and invigorate the local economy by bringing small businesses together in this collaborative initiative.

Get involved today and be a part of a movement that champions local businesses, fosters impactful connections, and cultivates a flourishing business landscape in the Greater Lansing area!

Discount Code: have businesses use code M2M to receive $5 off of their directory registration.

Agency: Memories to Milestones

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48911

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: 6pm to 10pm Dinner Volunteer

L&F has an ongoing need for dinner volunteers. Weekend availability is encouraged. 

The dinner volunteer will: 

- present food that has been prepared (warming, getting utensils out) 6pm to 7pm 

- serve food to guests (appx 12 each night) 7pm to 8pm

- clean dining room and kitchen after dinner 8pm to 9pm

- spend time with guests, as available 9pm to 10pm

Agency: Loaves and Fishes Ministries Lansing

L&F has an ongoing need for dinner volunteers. Weekend availability is encouraged. 

The dinner volunteer will: 

- present food that has been prepared (warming, getting utensils out) 6pm to 7pm 

- serve food to guests (appx 12 each night) 7pm to 8pm

- clean dining room and kitchen after dinner 8pm to 9pm

- spend time with guests, as available 9pm to 10pm

Agency: Loaves and Fishes Ministries Lansing

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Tutor- Adult Basic Reading

Volunteer to tutor adults in Basic Reading (English language) skills. Tutors generally meet with students for two hours weekly, but the time commitment is flexible. Meeting times and locations are flexible to fit you and your student's life. Free training sessions are provided. 

Meetings may be held in person or virtually (Zoom). 

Tutors are also needed in areas of English as a Second Language (ESL)/citizenship, and GED Preparation in language arts, social studies, science, and/or math. 

Agency: The Reading People - Capital Area Literacy Coalition

Volunteer to tutor adults in Basic Reading (English language) skills. Tutors generally meet with students for two hours weekly, but the time commitment is flexible. Meeting times and locations are flexible to fit you and your student's life. Free training sessions are provided. 

Meetings may be held in person or virtually (Zoom). 

Tutors are also needed in areas of English as a Second Language (ESL)/citizenship, and GED Preparation in language arts, social studies, science, and/or math. 

Agency: The Reading People - Capital Area Literacy Coalition

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Tutor- English as a Second Language

Volunteer to tutor adults in ESL (English as a Second Language). Tutors generally meet with students for two hours weekly, but the time commitment is flexible. Meeting times and locations are flexible to fit you and your student's life. Free training sessions are provided. ESL tutors are not required to be multi-lingual. 

Meetings may be held in person or virtually (Zoom). 

Tutors are also needed in areas of Adult Basic Reading (K-12 levels), and GED Preparation in language arts, social studies, science, and/or math. 

Agency: The Reading People - Capital Area Literacy Coalition

Volunteer to tutor adults in ESL (English as a Second Language). Tutors generally meet with students for two hours weekly, but the time commitment is flexible. Meeting times and locations are flexible to fit you and your student's life. Free training sessions are provided. ESL tutors are not required to be multi-lingual. 

Meetings may be held in person or virtually (Zoom). 

Tutors are also needed in areas of Adult Basic Reading (K-12 levels), and GED Preparation in language arts, social studies, science, and/or math. 

Agency: The Reading People - Capital Area Literacy Coalition

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Tutor- GED Preparation

Volunteer to tutor adults for GED preparation in areas of Language arts, Science, Social Studies, and/or Math. Tutors generally meet with students for two hours weekly, but the time commitment is flexible. Meeting times and locations are flexible to fit you and your student's life. Free training sessions are provided. 

Meetings may be held in person or virtually (Zoom). 

Tutors are also needed in areas of Adult Basic Reading (K-12 levels), and English as a Second Language (ESL)/citizenship. 

Agency: The Reading People - Capital Area Literacy Coalition

Volunteer to tutor adults for GED preparation in areas of Language arts, Science, Social Studies, and/or Math. Tutors generally meet with students for two hours weekly, but the time commitment is flexible. Meeting times and locations are flexible to fit you and your student's life. Free training sessions are provided. 

Meetings may be held in person or virtually (Zoom). 

Tutors are also needed in areas of Adult Basic Reading (K-12 levels), and English as a Second Language (ESL)/citizenship. 

Agency: The Reading People - Capital Area Literacy Coalition

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer Driver

The Volunteer Driver supports Ingham County MDHHS clients by providing transportation so they can get to medical appointments, locally and outside of the county.  The Volunteer Driver can also transport children in foster care to visitations with family members. Mileage, meals, and other travel related expenses will be reimbursed at the current state rate.

Transporting individuals or families to medical appointments both locally or further outside of Ingham County such as but not limited to Grand Rapids, Brighton, or Ann Arbor Transporting children in foster care to visits with family members Keeping accurate record of mileage and other travel related costs for reimbursement Ensuring appropriate signatures are obtained on transportation paperwork Completing all paperwork in a timely manner Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance and own transportation Safe driving history

Agency: Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (Ingham County)

The Volunteer Driver supports Ingham County MDHHS clients by providing transportation so they can get to medical appointments, locally and outside of the county.  The Volunteer Driver can also transport children in foster care to visitations with family members. Mileage, meals, and other travel related expenses will be reimbursed at the current state rate.

Transporting individuals or families to medical appointments both locally or further outside of Ingham County such as but not limited to Grand Rapids, Brighton, or Ann Arbor Transporting children in foster care to visits with family members Keeping accurate record of mileage and other travel related costs for reimbursement Ensuring appropriate signatures are obtained on transportation paperwork Completing all paperwork in a timely manner Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance and own transportation Safe driving history

Agency: Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (Ingham County)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48911

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Office/Lobby Volunteer

The Office Volunteer supports Ingham County MDHHS staff by assisting with greeting and directing clients who come into the lobby, case filing and organizing, returned mail, and other daily office tasks. This position is ideal for friendly person who enjoys interacting with the public in a respectful, compassionate manner.

Greeting clients in DHHS lobby and directing to correct window Assisting clients with online applications (MiBridges) when necessary Case filing and organizing Copying and scanning children’s services reports for court Delivering children’s services reports to court Prepping and scanning returned mail Putting together application packets Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Professional, friendly demeanor Ample organization skills Willingness to follow directions Ability to work independently and as part of a team Must complete volunteer application and background check Must be willing to sign and comply with confidentiality agreement

Physical Demands:

Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time Ability to occasionally walk across the office

Training for this position will be provided.

Benefits:  Learn or use the skills needed to provide assistance to clients and staff of MDHHS to promote better health outcomes, reduce health risks, and support stable and safe families while encouraging self-sufficiency.

 

 

Agency: Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (Ingham County)

The Office Volunteer supports Ingham County MDHHS staff by assisting with greeting and directing clients who come into the lobby, case filing and organizing, returned mail, and other daily office tasks. This position is ideal for friendly person who enjoys interacting with the public in a respectful, compassionate manner.

Greeting clients in DHHS lobby and directing to correct window Assisting clients with online applications (MiBridges) when necessary Case filing and organizing Copying and scanning children’s services reports for court Delivering children’s services reports to court Prepping and scanning returned mail Putting together application packets Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Professional, friendly demeanor Ample organization skills Willingness to follow directions Ability to work independently and as part of a team Must complete volunteer application and background check Must be willing to sign and comply with confidentiality agreement

Physical Demands:

Ability to sit/stand for extended periods of time Ability to occasionally walk across the office

Training for this position will be provided.

Benefits:  Learn or use the skills needed to provide assistance to clients and staff of MDHHS to promote better health outcomes, reduce health risks, and support stable and safe families while encouraging self-sufficiency.

 

 

Agency: Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (Ingham County)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48911

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Turner Dodge Board Member

The Friends of Turner Dodge are currently seeking new board members. The board meets monthly on the third Wednesday of each month at 5:30pm. The board works on supporting the house through fundraising, volunteering and advocating. Looking for persons with a passion for preserving history and serving the community.    

Agency: Lansing Parks & Recreation Department

The Friends of Turner Dodge are currently seeking new board members. The board meets monthly on the third Wednesday of each month at 5:30pm. The board works on supporting the house through fundraising, volunteering and advocating. Looking for persons with a passion for preserving history and serving the community.    

Agency: Lansing Parks & Recreation Department

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48906

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Volunteer Driver

Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Do you have a special place in your heart for children? The Davies Project seeks passionate and devoted individuals to drive a child and family members to subspecialty medical appointments in the tri-county area.

Volunteer drivers are unpaid and use their own vehicles to drive families to medical appointments. It’s like a neighbor driving a neighbor.

Volunteer driver application


The Davies Project seeks volunteers who:

Can interact compassionately with all Davies Project families Are reliably available at scheduled times and punctual Can drive in all weather conditions Understand and strictly observe the confidentiality of their riders’ personal, health, and medical care provider information and locations Respect different cultures

Required:

Valid driver’s license Be at least 21 years of age Safe driving record State required liability insurance Working mobile phone Mandatory background check Completion of required training on procedures, including diversity training and proper installation of child car seats

Commitment:

One year commitment, renewable upon evaluation Minimum three (3) hours time commitment per appointment. Occasionally, doctors and clinics may run late or behind schedule.

If interested, please complete the application.

Agency: The Davies Project for Mid-Michigan Children

Are you interested in making a difference in your community? Do you have a special place in your heart for children? The Davies Project seeks passionate and devoted individuals to drive a child and family members to subspecialty medical appointments in the tri-county area.

Volunteer drivers are unpaid and use their own vehicles to drive families to medical appointments. It’s like a neighbor driving a neighbor.

Volunteer driver application


The Davies Project seeks volunteers who:

Can interact compassionately with all Davies Project families Are reliably available at scheduled times and punctual Can drive in all weather conditions Understand and strictly observe the confidentiality of their riders’ personal, health, and medical care provider information and locations Respect different cultures

Required:

Valid driver’s license Be at least 21 years of age Safe driving record State required liability insurance Working mobile phone Mandatory background check Completion of required training on procedures, including diversity training and proper installation of child car seats

Commitment:

One year commitment, renewable upon evaluation Minimum three (3) hours time commitment per appointment. Occasionally, doctors and clinics may run late or behind schedule.

If interested, please complete the application.

Agency: The Davies Project for Mid-Michigan Children

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: OFFICE VOLUNTEER

Purpose: To assist The Davies Project staff with administrative projects such as mailings, event preparation, organizing donations and many other tasks.

 

Agency: The Davies Project for Mid-Michigan Children

Purpose: To assist The Davies Project staff with administrative projects such as mailings, event preparation, organizing donations and many other tasks.

 

Agency: The Davies Project for Mid-Michigan Children

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Tutors

We are looking for individuals 18+ who are willing to help our students by providing them with homework help! We are open to 6th-12th grade students primarily from the Holt and Mason area. We provide them with homework help as needed. We are looking for somebody who would be willing to come in once a week to provide our students with help in any of the following subjects: Science, History, Math, English, Social Studies, etc. 

We are willing to work around your schedule! Let us know what subject(s) you would feel comfortable helping in, and what days/times work best for you. We are open Monday's, Tuesday's, and Thursday's from 2:30-6:00pm. 

Thank you for being willing to serve our students! 

*Volunteer Application will need to be filled out after being contacted by our organization.* 

Agency: Building Twentyone

We are looking for individuals 18+ who are willing to help our students by providing them with homework help! We are open to 6th-12th grade students primarily from the Holt and Mason area. We provide them with homework help as needed. We are looking for somebody who would be willing to come in once a week to provide our students with help in any of the following subjects: Science, History, Math, English, Social Studies, etc. 

We are willing to work around your schedule! Let us know what subject(s) you would feel comfortable helping in, and what days/times work best for you. We are open Monday's, Tuesday's, and Thursday's from 2:30-6:00pm. 

Thank you for being willing to serve our students! 

*Volunteer Application will need to be filled out after being contacted by our organization.* 

Agency: Building Twentyone

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48854

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Open Space Support Staff

We are looking for individuals ages 18+ to help out in our open space! We are an after school teen center open to students from 6th-12th grade. Our open space is our hangout time at our facility. We have video games, board games, computer games, arcade games, an art room, a pool table, and more! We need extra eyes to help ensure the safety and well-being of our students. 

We also hope that you connect with the students and play games with them, have conversations with them, etc. They need caring adults who want to be there. Our students are mostly from Holt and Mason and they are incredible! We believe the more volunteers we have, the better we can serve our students. 

We are open Monday's, Tuesday's, and Thursday's from 2:30pm-6:00pm. If interested, we would love to work around the times and days that work best for you!

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

*Volunteer Application will need to be filled out on our website after contacted by our organization.* 

Agency: Building Twentyone

We are looking for individuals ages 18+ to help out in our open space! We are an after school teen center open to students from 6th-12th grade. Our open space is our hangout time at our facility. We have video games, board games, computer games, arcade games, an art room, a pool table, and more! We need extra eyes to help ensure the safety and well-being of our students. 

We also hope that you connect with the students and play games with them, have conversations with them, etc. They need caring adults who want to be there. Our students are mostly from Holt and Mason and they are incredible! We believe the more volunteers we have, the better we can serve our students. 

We are open Monday's, Tuesday's, and Thursday's from 2:30pm-6:00pm. If interested, we would love to work around the times and days that work best for you!

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

*Volunteer Application will need to be filled out on our website after contacted by our organization.* 

Agency: Building Twentyone

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48854

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Social Media Volunteer

We need your help is assisting us with updating our social media sites with up to date program information.

This is a flexible position that may be done virtually!

 

Agency: NorthWest Initiative

We need your help is assisting us with updating our social media sites with up to date program information.

This is a flexible position that may be done virtually!

 

Agency: NorthWest Initiative

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48933

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Facilitator Training

You and your co-facilitators can make a huge impact in the lives of grieving children in our community!  Facilitator Training is scheduled for January 2022.

We are now recruiting Support Group Facilitators for the January 2022 Facilitator Training. One of the primary services provided by Ele's Place is our peer support group program for children, teenagers, and their families who are grieving the death of a family member. These groups are held Monday-Thursday and organized according to the child's school grade and developmental level, ages 3- 18. A team of four facilitators facilitates each peer group.

To be a Facilitator, you must do the following:

Attend BOTH ZOOM Facilitator Training sessions in their entirety: Tuesday, January 18th: 6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m. Friday, Jan. 21st: 7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Attend all of the in-person Facilitator Training session at Ele's Place: Saturday, January 22nd: 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Complete all the online learning modules before January 18th's ZOOM session (4.5 hrs.)    You must also agree to be a facilitator from February 2022 through December 2022 (Summers are optional).  Facilitators volunteer one night a week from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.       

PLEASE LET SUE SANFORD AT SSANFORD@ELESPLACE.ORG KNOW IF YOU WANT TO ATTEND THE JANUARY 2022 FACILITATOR TRAINING AND BECOME A FACILITATOR OR IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.

 

 

Agency: Ele's Place - Capital Region

You and your co-facilitators can make a huge impact in the lives of grieving children in our community!  Facilitator Training is scheduled for January 2022.

We are now recruiting Support Group Facilitators for the January 2022 Facilitator Training. One of the primary services provided by Ele's Place is our peer support group program for children, teenagers, and their families who are grieving the death of a family member. These groups are held Monday-Thursday and organized according to the child's school grade and developmental level, ages 3- 18. A team of four facilitators facilitates each peer group.

To be a Facilitator, you must do the following:

Attend BOTH ZOOM Facilitator Training sessions in their entirety: Tuesday, January 18th: 6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m. Friday, Jan. 21st: 7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Attend all of the in-person Facilitator Training session at Ele's Place: Saturday, January 22nd: 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Complete all the online learning modules before January 18th's ZOOM session (4.5 hrs.)    You must also agree to be a facilitator from February 2022 through December 2022 (Summers are optional).  Facilitators volunteer one night a week from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.       

PLEASE LET SUE SANFORD AT SSANFORD@ELESPLACE.ORG KNOW IF YOU WANT TO ATTEND THE JANUARY 2022 FACILITATOR TRAINING AND BECOME A FACILITATOR OR IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.

 

 

Agency: Ele's Place - Capital Region

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48915

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Clerical Volunteer

You will play a crucial role in assisting our office with transferring hard copy documents into our database through scanning. Your assistance is greatly beneficial to our organization.

The hours are flexible between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Agency: United Way of South Central Michigan

You will play a crucial role in assisting our office with transferring hard copy documents into our database through scanning. Your assistance is greatly beneficial to our organization.

The hours are flexible between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.

Agency: United Way of South Central Michigan

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Concession Staff

The Leisure Services Advisory Board is seeking volunteers to work concession stands at Gier Park, Ben Davis Park, Gier and Schmidt Centers. These stands serve Lansing Parks and Recreation's youth and adult sports programs and raise funds to support the community centers. A small stipend is paid to volunteers to help cover the cost of gas. 

Agency: Lansing Parks & Recreation Department

The Leisure Services Advisory Board is seeking volunteers to work concession stands at Gier Park, Ben Davis Park, Gier and Schmidt Centers. These stands serve Lansing Parks and Recreation's youth and adult sports programs and raise funds to support the community centers. A small stipend is paid to volunteers to help cover the cost of gas. 

Agency: Lansing Parks & Recreation Department

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: After School Assistant

Assist with care of youth in grades K-6 at one of our three community centers: Foster, Gier or Schmidt. Assistance can be tutoring, leading crafts or games with youth. 

Agency: Lansing Parks & Recreation Department

Assist with care of youth in grades K-6 at one of our three community centers: Foster, Gier or Schmidt. Assistance can be tutoring, leading crafts or games with youth. 

Agency: Lansing Parks & Recreation Department

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Girls Who Code Instructor

Looking for a facilitator for the Girls Who Code curriculum. Facilitators need to be passionate about empowering girls and providing a safe space for them to learn. Facilitators do not need to be experts in coding, the curriculum will guide the instruction, review of the material before each class will prepare you for the lesson. The schedule can be set by the facilitator, looking at either after school or Saturdays to offer this program.  

Agency: Lansing Parks & Recreation Department

Looking for a facilitator for the Girls Who Code curriculum. Facilitators need to be passionate about empowering girls and providing a safe space for them to learn. Facilitators do not need to be experts in coding, the curriculum will guide the instruction, review of the material before each class will prepare you for the lesson. The schedule can be set by the facilitator, looking at either after school or Saturdays to offer this program.  

Agency: Lansing Parks & Recreation Department

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: College Positive Mentor Training

College Positive Volunteerism (CPV) provides college students and other volunteers who work with young people with the training, tools and knowledge that will enable them to become ambassadors of higher education to the K-12 youth and adult learners they serve. CPVs acting as tutors, mentors, and active community members can have a profound impact on how young people view the possibility of going to college.

CapCAN utilizes CPV with faith communities, nonprofit organizations, athletic organizations, and businesses to train adults who work with students to ensure that anyone who talks with a child is on the same page about the messages, information, and tools they give to help the student understand that post-secondary education is for them.

Agency: Capital Area College Access Network

College Positive Volunteerism (CPV) provides college students and other volunteers who work with young people with the training, tools and knowledge that will enable them to become ambassadors of higher education to the K-12 youth and adult learners they serve. CPVs acting as tutors, mentors, and active community members can have a profound impact on how young people view the possibility of going to college.

CapCAN utilizes CPV with faith communities, nonprofit organizations, athletic organizations, and businesses to train adults who work with students to ensure that anyone who talks with a child is on the same page about the messages, information, and tools they give to help the student understand that post-secondary education is for them.

Agency: Capital Area College Access Network

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Mentor/Academic Tutor

The Wexford Montessori Academy Support Program is seeking volunteers to provide remedial skills support in core academic subjects to students in kindergarten through 5th grade, in collaboration with classroom teachers. Volunteers will act as tutors in math, reading, and other academic subjects during school hours.

As a volunteer, you can choose the grade level and day/ time you are available, visits will be supervised by classroom teachers who will provide the materials for remediation or enrichment sessions with the student.

If you have an hour a week, you can make a difference to a grateful student by volunteering to be an academic tutor at Wexford Montessori Academy.

As a volunteer, the Lansing School District Public Safety office will conduct a background check.

 

Agency: Wexford Montessori Academy

The Wexford Montessori Academy Support Program is seeking volunteers to provide remedial skills support in core academic subjects to students in kindergarten through 5th grade, in collaboration with classroom teachers. Volunteers will act as tutors in math, reading, and other academic subjects during school hours.

As a volunteer, you can choose the grade level and day/ time you are available, visits will be supervised by classroom teachers who will provide the materials for remediation or enrichment sessions with the student.

If you have an hour a week, you can make a difference to a grateful student by volunteering to be an academic tutor at Wexford Montessori Academy.

As a volunteer, the Lansing School District Public Safety office will conduct a background check.

 

Agency: Wexford Montessori Academy

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48911

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Lego Robotics Coach

Lansing Parks and Recreation has inherited a ton of supplies to create a lego robotics team and now all we need is a Coach to lead. We are looking for someone passionate about robotics that can help us start a program for youth in the area.

Agency: Lansing Parks & Recreation Department

Lansing Parks and Recreation has inherited a ton of supplies to create a lego robotics team and now all we need is a Coach to lead. We are looking for someone passionate about robotics that can help us start a program for youth in the area.

Agency: Lansing Parks & Recreation Department

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Sewing Volunteer - MI Mask + Project - Supplies Provided!

Volunteers with sewing skills at all levels are needed to help Michigan Mask Up!

Volunteers are needed throughout the state of Michigan to lend their sewing skills to sew masks for children and adults.  As the pandemic continues,  the need is still incredibly great in communities across the state. 

The Michigan Community Service Commission, the state’s lead agency on volunteerism, has thousands of ready to sew kits.  Our hope is to engage individuals with the ability to do simple sewing and provide them with bundles of masks to go to organizations in their own communities. These organizations include those supporting children in foster care or group homes, nursing homes, daycares, head start programs and any other organizations supporting adults or children.  We will help you get connected to an organization(s) to accept the masks if you do not have one in mind already.

Masks will be mailed to your home in bundles of 100 or more.  The masks take beginner to average skill to sew and after getting the hang of it, each mask takes about five minutes to complete.  The thread is not included and the cost for the thread ranges from about $1 to $3 depending on your preference and colors are medium grey or navy blue.

If you have questions, please email Sherrym2@michigan.gov To request masks, please use the following link to gather your mailing information and we’ll keep you updated on when your masks will arrive (typically 3-5 days). 

 

Agency: Michigan Community Service Commission

Volunteers with sewing skills at all levels are needed to help Michigan Mask Up!

Volunteers are needed throughout the state of Michigan to lend their sewing skills to sew masks for children and adults.  As the pandemic continues,  the need is still incredibly great in communities across the state. 

The Michigan Community Service Commission, the state’s lead agency on volunteerism, has thousands of ready to sew kits.  Our hope is to engage individuals with the ability to do simple sewing and provide them with bundles of masks to go to organizations in their own communities. These organizations include those supporting children in foster care or group homes, nursing homes, daycares, head start programs and any other organizations supporting adults or children.  We will help you get connected to an organization(s) to accept the masks if you do not have one in mind already.

Masks will be mailed to your home in bundles of 100 or more.  The masks take beginner to average skill to sew and after getting the hang of it, each mask takes about five minutes to complete.  The thread is not included and the cost for the thread ranges from about $1 to $3 depending on your preference and colors are medium grey or navy blue.

If you have questions, please email Sherrym2@michigan.gov To request masks, please use the following link to gather your mailing information and we’ll keep you updated on when your masks will arrive (typically 3-5 days). 

 

Agency: Michigan Community Service Commission

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48933

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Approved Driver for Food Pickups

Throughout the year we are in need of qualified individuals to pick up bread and other food donations on either Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday mornings. These donations go to those in need at our fresh produce and food pantry programs.

A Salvation Army panel truck would need to be driven so a chauffeur license is required. All training provided.

This is definitely a background job that is necessary for human needs to be met, and an integral part of our operations.

 

Agency: The Salvation Army (Lansing Capital Area)

Throughout the year we are in need of qualified individuals to pick up bread and other food donations on either Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday mornings. These donations go to those in need at our fresh produce and food pantry programs.

A Salvation Army panel truck would need to be driven so a chauffeur license is required. All training provided.

This is definitely a background job that is necessary for human needs to be met, and an integral part of our operations.

 

Agency: The Salvation Army (Lansing Capital Area)

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Volunteer Member

Join the best young person's organization committed to providing leadership development, personal growth, and community service all rolled into one membership. 

Visit us on the web for more details or to register to join at www.jcilansing.org 

Agency: JCI Lansing

Join the best young person's organization committed to providing leadership development, personal growth, and community service all rolled into one membership. 

Visit us on the web for more details or to register to join at www.jcilansing.org 

Agency: JCI Lansing

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: URGENT NEED: Blood Drive Volunteer

Volunteers will welcome and assist blood donors with registration and provide attention, care and refreshments following blood donation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide a warm, friendly greeting to all donors Instruct and make donor comfortable in registration procedures Maintain smooth flow of donors into donation area Be alert and notify Red Cross staff if a donor does not appear to be feeling well Offer refreshments and conversation Explain importance of blood donations and encourage people to donate regularly Help schedule appointments for the next blood drive Set up and maintain cleanliness in canteen area

Qualifications

Willingness to support the Red Cross mission MUST HAVE REGULAR OPEN WEEKDAY AVAILABILITY Ability to meet and greet a variety of people in a friendly, courteous manner Ability to communicate and interact with donors, paid and volunteer staff team members Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner Must be at least 16 years-old (or 14 with parent supervision)

Training Provided

Orientation to the American Red Cross Blood Services orientation and skills training Ongoing training to update information

One 6 hour shift every month. Must be ready to volunteer with 72 hours of initial contact from Blood Services Coordinator.

Agency: American Red Cross of Mid-Michigan

Volunteers will welcome and assist blood donors with registration and provide attention, care and refreshments following blood donation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide a warm, friendly greeting to all donors Instruct and make donor comfortable in registration procedures Maintain smooth flow of donors into donation area Be alert and notify Red Cross staff if a donor does not appear to be feeling well Offer refreshments and conversation Explain importance of blood donations and encourage people to donate regularly Help schedule appointments for the next blood drive Set up and maintain cleanliness in canteen area

Qualifications

Willingness to support the Red Cross mission MUST HAVE REGULAR OPEN WEEKDAY AVAILABILITY Ability to meet and greet a variety of people in a friendly, courteous manner Ability to communicate and interact with donors, paid and volunteer staff team members Ability to maintain confidentiality in a professional manner Must be at least 16 years-old (or 14 with parent supervision)

Training Provided

Orientation to the American Red Cross Blood Services orientation and skills training Ongoing training to update information

One 6 hour shift every month. Must be ready to volunteer with 72 hours of initial contact from Blood Services Coordinator.

Agency: American Red Cross of Mid-Michigan

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: HGB and/or AL!VE Volunteer

HGB's volunteer organization, the Generosity Guild, is always looking for new community members to share their skills and talents.

HGB and AL!VE volunteers are a vital part of the hospital and AL!VE's operations.  Some help greet families and transport patients, while others work in the Gift Basket or hospital offices.  All set an inspiring example of generosity. 

HGB and AL!VE volunteers:

Set their own schedule for a few hours weekly or even monthly. Are matched with meaningful assignments that meet their skills and interests. Provide an invaluable contribution to their community. Learn new skills and make friends.

Call today to learn more about the opportunities available to become a part of HGB's Generosity Guild or visit www.hgbhealth.com/volunteers.

(517) 543-1050, ext. 52409

Agency: Sparrow Eaton Hospital

HGB's volunteer organization, the Generosity Guild, is always looking for new community members to share their skills and talents.

HGB and AL!VE volunteers are a vital part of the hospital and AL!VE's operations.  Some help greet families and transport patients, while others work in the Gift Basket or hospital offices.  All set an inspiring example of generosity. 

HGB and AL!VE volunteers:

Set their own schedule for a few hours weekly or even monthly. Are matched with meaningful assignments that meet their skills and interests. Provide an invaluable contribution to their community. Learn new skills and make friends.

Call today to learn more about the opportunities available to become a part of HGB's Generosity Guild or visit www.hgbhealth.com/volunteers.

(517) 543-1050, ext. 52409

Agency: Sparrow Eaton Hospital

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48813

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Triathlon Special Event Intern

We are seeking an individual interested in exercise programs to assist with the coordination of our annual Hawk Island Triathlon.  Volunteer hours are flexible.  Duties include assisting with promotions, marketing, social media, donation requests, equipment preparation, etc.  Much of the work will be planning details in the office prior to the day of the event. 

 

This opportunity would be weekly schedule in the office, can be flexible with day hours and if desired evening hours to volunteer.  We expect the position to be approximately 10 - 15 hours per week commitment until the day after the events (June 3, 2019). Would want this volunteer to be available for the two day event, June 1 & June 2, 2019.

Agency: South Lansing Community Development Association

We are seeking an individual interested in exercise programs to assist with the coordination of our annual Hawk Island Triathlon.  Volunteer hours are flexible.  Duties include assisting with promotions, marketing, social media, donation requests, equipment preparation, etc.  Much of the work will be planning details in the office prior to the day of the event. 

 

This opportunity would be weekly schedule in the office, can be flexible with day hours and if desired evening hours to volunteer.  We expect the position to be approximately 10 - 15 hours per week commitment until the day after the events (June 3, 2019). Would want this volunteer to be available for the two day event, June 1 & June 2, 2019.

Agency: South Lansing Community Development Association

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48910

Allow Groups: No

Volunteer: Garden Volunteers

South Lansing Urban Gardens is a program of South Lansing Community Development Association.  Our gardens are an educational tool and a donation based growing opportunity for South Lansing.  The produce we grow is donated to local non-profit food pantries, community kitchens, and individuals in South Lansing.

A variety of duties are required for a successful growing season.  We are searching for individuals who want to assist with seed starting in our greenhouse, seedling transplants in our hoop, greenhouse, and outside garden space.  We want people who want to help maintain the soil in the garden with composting, weeding, and watering schedules.  Harvesting and distribution will be a weekly opportunity. Developing new growing areas to incorporate native plants and pollinators in our garden(s).  We hope to expand our gardening efforts to support other community gardens in our area.

You do not have to be an experienced gardener, just a love of the outdoors and a willingness to take directions.

Agency: South Lansing Community Development Association

South Lansing Urban Gardens is a program of South Lansing Community Development Association.  Our gardens are an educational tool and a donation based growing opportunity for South Lansing.  The produce we grow is donated to local non-profit food pantries, community kitchens, and individuals in South Lansing.

A variety of duties are required for a successful growing season.  We are searching for individuals who want to assist with seed starting in our greenhouse, seedling transplants in our hoop, greenhouse, and outside garden space.  We want people who want to help maintain the soil in the garden with composting, weeding, and watering schedules.  Harvesting and distribution will be a weekly opportunity. Developing new growing areas to incorporate native plants and pollinators in our garden(s).  We hope to expand our gardening efforts to support other community gardens in our area.

You do not have to be an experienced gardener, just a love of the outdoors and a willingness to take directions.

Agency: South Lansing Community Development Association

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 48912

Allow Groups: Yes