Opportunities From: United Way for Southeastern Michigan

UPDATE:

Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes, re-pack or sort fresh nutritious food that will be distributed through Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. This opportunity is located at the Oak Park warehouse - 15000 Eight Mile, Oak Park, MI 48237. 

This opportunity will occur from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM at the Oak Park Warehouse. Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

Must wear closed toe shoes. Long pants are suggested.

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION:  The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes, re-pack or sort fresh nutritious food that will be distributed through Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. This opportunity is located at the Oak Park warehouse - 15000 Eight Mile, Oak Park, MI 48237. 

This opportunity will occur from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM at the Oak Park Warehouse. Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

Must wear closed toe shoes. Long pants are suggested.

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION:  The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes, re-pack or sort fresh nutritious food that will be distributed through Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. This opportunity is located at the Oak Park warehouse - 15000 Eight Mile, Oak Park, MI 48237. 

This opportunity will occur from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM at the Oak Park Warehouse. Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

Must wear closed toe shoes. Long pants are suggested.

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION:  The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes, re-pack or sort fresh nutritious food that will be distributed through Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. This opportunity is located at the Oak Park warehouse - 15000 Eight Mile, Oak Park, MI 48237. 

This opportunity will occur from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM at the Oak Park Warehouse. Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

Must wear closed toe shoes. Long pants are suggested.

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION:  The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes, re-pack or sort fresh nutritious food that will be distributed through Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. This opportunity is located at the Oak Park warehouse - 15000 Eight Mile, Oak Park, MI 48237. 

This opportunity will occur from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM at the Oak Park Warehouse. Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

Must wear closed toe shoes. Long pants are suggested.

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION:  The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes, re-pack or sort fresh nutritious food that will be distributed through Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. This opportunity is located at the Oak Park warehouse - 15000 Eight Mile, Oak Park, MI 48237. 

This opportunity will occur from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM at the Oak Park Warehouse. Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

Must wear closed toe shoes. Long pants are suggested.

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION:  The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes, re-pack or sort fresh nutritious food that will be distributed through Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. This opportunity is located at the Oak Park warehouse - 15000 Eight Mile, Oak Park, MI 48237. 

This opportunity will occur from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM at the Oak Park Warehouse. Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

Must wear closed toe shoes. Long pants are suggested.

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION:  The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes, re-pack or sort fresh nutritious food that will be distributed through Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. This opportunity is located at the Oak Park warehouse - 15000 Eight Mile, Oak Park, MI 48237. 

This opportunity will occur from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM at the Oak Park Warehouse. Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

Must wear closed toe shoes. Long pants are suggested.

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION:  The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Our donation center has a direct and meaningful impact on the community. We provide support to vulnerable populations as well as essential resources to those we are in need. Without the support of our committed volunteers, providing services to over 225 people daily would not be possible.

Our donation warehouse supports this mission by providing essential hygiene items and appropriate clothing to meet basic needs and protect against harsh weather.

Working in the donation warehouse will consist of counting and recording inventory, sorting donations by category, organizing donations, and unboxing donations for our Day Center and Bridge Housing Campus.

Since this opportunity takes place in a warehouse setting, all volunteers must wear close toed shoes and long pants. 

*During the winter months, temperatures in the warehouse can vary significantly. We recommend dressing in layers to stay comfortable during temperature swings.

No prior warehouse experience is necessary; we will provide training at the beginning of the shift.

Corporate, parish, community, and college groups are welcome to volunteer together by clicking "Respond as a Team" for the date you'd like to join us!

Instructions - Getting to the Donation Center

*Click here to learn more about PFC: The Pope Francis Center

Hosting a Holiday Gift or Toy Drive is a meaningful way to bring your group together while directly supporting survivors and families rebuilding their lives. At First Step, we promote dignity and choice, allowing families to select the items that best meet their needs and preferences.

With the holidays approaching, many survivors and children face this season without the joy and comfort it should bring. Your donations can help ensure that every child and family receives gifts that brighten their holiday and bring hope during a challenging time.

Items needed include (new, unwrapped):

Toys for all ages

Gifts for teens

Gift cards and more

Please ensure all items are new and unwrapped and appropriate for children and families of various ages.

For more information, visit our website: https://www.firststep-mi.org/donate/
or contact Barb Davis at bdavis@firststep-mi.org. A more detailed Holiday Donation Guide can be provided.

Join us in spreading holiday cheer! We’re looking for adult volunteer groups of 3–4 people to host our Gift Wrapping Station during First  Step’s Annual Holiday Giveaway for survivors of violence.

Multiple shifts are available, perfect for groups who want to make a hands-on impact this season.

We are seeking dedicated Registered Dental Assistants to join our volunteer team and support our dental program at Hope Clinic.

Schedule

Responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

How to Apply
If you are interested, please fill out Hope Clinic’s Dental Professional Interest Form and send a copy of your resume to volunteer@thehopeclinic.org.

Join us for our Harvest for the Holidays event as we gather fresh collard greens to include with our HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS food boxes. Come lend a hand and help spread hope—one bundle at a time! Each day, we’ll have a specific harvest goal to meet. Some days may run longer than others, but once we reach the target number of bundles, our work for the day will be complete!

Please dress for the weather! Layers are best—don’t forget a hat and warm boots. We recommend something cozy for your feet and warm gloves if you have them (our work gloves aren’t very warm). We’ll have hand warmers available, along with hot drinks like coffee, cocoa, tea, and water to help keep you comfortable. 

Volunteers will perform one or more of the following general farm chores:

*Volunteers who are 14-17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult chaperone*

DRESS CODE

While we suggest long pants/sleeves due to skin irritation that comes from reaching into plants/grasses, our first priority is the safety and comfort of our volunteers. There are days where we are in high heat/humidity with not much shade. That being said, we have NEVER turned anyone away for wearing shorts. Below is a list of REQUIRED and SUGGESTED dress items to keep in mind:

REQUIRED ~ NO open toe shoes ~ NO slip on shoes ~ NO tank tops  

SUGGESTED ~ Hat, lightweight long sleeve shirt or jacket, rain gear, BOOTS or shoes you don't mind getting wet/muddy!

The weather is always changing and it can be 30 degrees when we start in the morning and 80 by the time we are done. Layers are always a great way to prepare.

*We supply ALL TOOLS NEEDED, GLOVES, ICE-WATER, BUG SPRAY, SUNSCREEN* If you'd like to bring water to donate that is always accepted!

If you are allergic to anything you may come into contact with at the farm (bees, for example) and require the use of an Epi-Pen, bring your Epi-Pen with you and inform farm staff

Volunteers will perform one or more of the following general farm chores:

*Volunteers who are 14-17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult chaperone*

DRESS CODE

While we suggest long pants/sleeves due to skin irritation that comes from reaching into plants/grasses, our first priority is the safety and comfort of our volunteers. There are days where we are in high heat/humidity with not much shade. That being said, we have NEVER turned anyone away for wearing shorts. Below is a list of REQUIRED and SUGGESTED dress items to keep in mind:

REQUIRED ~ NO open toe shoes ~ NO slip on shoes ~ NO tank tops  

SUGGESTED ~ Hat, lightweight long sleeve shirt or jacket, rain gear, BOOTS or shoes you don't mind getting wet/muddy!

The weather is always changing and it can be 30 degrees when we start in the morning and 80 by the time we are done. Layers are always a great way to prepare.

*We supply ALL TOOLS NEEDED, GLOVES, ICE-WATER, BUG SPRAY, SUNSCREEN* If you'd like to bring water to donate that is always accepted!

If you are allergic to anything you may come into contact with at the farm (bees, for example) and require the use of an Epi-Pen, bring your Epi-Pen with you and inform farm staff

We have partnered with some generous nonprofits to bring free books to teachers in Detroit this holiday season.

We know teachers spend their own money for the sake of their students and we want to help reduce that financial burden with our Free Teacher Shopping Event.

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Volunteers-SIGN UP HERE


Thank you to our following sponsors:

Storehouse of Community Resources for the semi truck full of new books!

Wayne State University for letting us use your warehouse for this special event!

Grand Rapids Two Men and A Truck for helping with transportation of goods.

Position Summary
The Volunteer Coordinator is a volunteer role. 

This role builds positive relationships with volunteers, strengthens community engagement, and ensures that all volunteer activities align with the organization’s mission and goals.

Develop and implement strategies to attract a diverse pool of volunteers.

Maintain up-to-date volunteer postings on relevant platforms.

Deliver training materials, resources, and ongoing support to an already in place volunteer system.

Maintain the volunteer calendar and schedule individuals and groups for events and programs.

Communicate with volunteers regarding upcoming opportunities and needs via sign up genius platform.

Coordinate facilitators and provide guidance and problem-solving for their volunteer shifts.

Foster a positive, inclusive, and appreciative environment for volunteers.

Gather feedback to continually enhance the volunteer experience.

Track volunteer hours and participation in the volunteer management system.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Proficiency with email platforms, spreadsheets, and volunteer management software (or willingness to learn).

Time Commitment: 3-hour shift
Location: Underserved school or community site

Free Book Fair Facilitators help bring the joy of reading directly to students by setting up and running a free book fair at an underserved school. Volunteers create a welcoming, positive experience where every child gets to select free books to take home and keep. This is a hands-on, high-impact role that supports literacy, choice, and excitement around reading.

Set Up the Book Fair:
Arrange books on tables by grade level or category; help create an inviting and organized display.

Guide Students Through Book Selection:
Welcome each class, explain how the fair works, assist children in browsing, and ensure every student receives their allotted number of free books.

Engage Positively With Students and Staff:
Offer encouragement, answer questions, and create a fun atmosphere that celebrates reading and book ownership.

Maintain Flow & Organization:
Keep tables stocked, tidy, and easy to browse as classes rotate through.

Support Fair Operations:
Help manage lines, keep count of books distributed if needed, and assist teachers or staff during class transitions.

Pack Up Afterward:
Help consolidate leftover books, break down tables or displays, and load materials for transport.

Enjoy working with children and creating joyful experiences.

Comfortable in busy school environments.

Able to lift and carry boxes of books (typically 20–30 lbs).

Friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about literacy and equity.

Punctual and dependable for the full 3-hour shift.

By helping run a free book fair, volunteers directly support reading access and help students build their own home libraries—often for the first time. Your presence ensures a smooth and meaningful experience for hundreds of children.

Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes, re-pack or sort fresh nutritious food that will be distributed through Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. This opportunity is located at the Oak Park warehouse - 15000 Eight Mile, Oak Park, MI 48237. 

This opportunity will occur from 9:00 AM -12:00 PM at the Oak Park Warehouse. Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

Must wear closed toe shoes. Long pants are suggested.

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION:  The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

To help address food insecurities in our community with compassion and dignity, PFC has partnered with Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan to open a Food Pantry onsite at the Bridge Housing Campus. As a Client Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals and families as they access nutritious food through a shopping experience in the Pantry.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Warmly welcome clients to the pantry

Guide clients in selecting pantry items based on the USDA Balanced Plate Model

Help clients schedule future appointments.

Assist with stocking shelves and maintaining a clean and orderly site.

Qualifications:

Helpful and cooperative with a calm demeanor.

Able to walk and stand for up to 3 hours (with breaks and lift approximately 20 pounds at a time.

Must be 18 years or older.

Benefits:

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need.

Gain valuable experience in community service and nonprofit work.

Meet new people.

Receive training and support from experienced staff.

*Click here to learn more about PFC: The Pope Francis Center

Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes, re-pack or sort fresh nutritious food that will be distributed through Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb County. This opportunity is located at the Oak Park warehouse - 15000 Eight Mile, Oak Park, MI 48237. 

This opportunity will occur from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM at the Oak Park Warehouse. Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age. Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

Must wear closed toe shoes. Long pants are suggested.

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION:  The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Join a small but mighty team of volunteers to call 1,500 Food for Seniors participants in preparation for our Holiday Delivery program. We will have to contact every senior who will receive a package, to inform them of the delivery date and that they must be home. We will then organize paperwork for the confirmed participants into folders by region and zip code, so that they can be efficiently distributed to volunteers on the event date, Saturday, December 20, 2025. 

Calls will be made from Focus: HOPE's phones at our main location, 1400 Oakman Boulevard, Detroit 48238. Volunteers may park in the lot across the street, which has an entrance on La Salle where it intersects with Oakman Boulevard.

This is an office environment. Please no pants above the knee, or sleeveless tops or midriff. Face masks are recommended but not required to be worn on campus. Volunteers must be age 14 or older.

Teams are welcome to participate! Please contact us at volunteer@focushope.edu if you need help small scheduling a team. 

Gift Giveaway is Haven's holiday event that allows clients to shop for items for themselves and their children. This event consists of 3 set-up/donation intake days, Dec. 11-13, and three shopping days, Dec. 14-16, with different volunteer opportunities on each day. Dec. 17th will be a tear down and clean-up day. Please see below for volunteer tasks.

December 11th, 12th, and 13th-Set Up/Donation Intake Days - volunteers will accept donations, set up the room, organize and sort the donations, and take inventory.

December 14th,15th and 16th-Shopping Days - volunteers will help clients with their shopping, restocking tables, and keep things organized.

December 17th- Tear Down/Inventory and Clean Up

Light snacks will be provided all days. 

Mealtime creates a sense of community for our guests and an opportunity for fellowship. Our communal dining and nutritional menu provide very real health benefits. Without the support of our committed volunteers, preparing and serving meals for 200+ individuals would not be possible.

Volunteer Meal Teams assist Chef in the preparation of meals for Bridge Housing residents and guests of the Day Center. Meal Teams will also serve meals to residents, and assist with clean-up at the end of service. 

As this opportunity takes place in an industrial kitchen setting, all volunteers must wear close toed shoes and long pants. 

No prior kitchen experience is necessary; all training will be provided on-site at the beginning of your shift. 

Corporate, parish, community, and college groups are welcome to volunteer together by clicking "Respond as a Team" for the date you'd like to join us!

*Click here to learn more about PFC: The Pope Francis Center

Mealtime creates a sense of community for our guests and an opportunity for fellowship. Our communal dining and nutritional menu provide very real health benefits. Without the support of our committed volunteers, preparing and serving meals for 200+ individuals would not be possible.

Volunteer Meal Teams assist Chef in the preparation of meals for Bridge Housing residents and guests of the Day Center. Meal Teams will also serve meals to residents, and assist with clean-up at the end of service. 

As this opportunity takes place in an industrial kitchen setting, all volunteers must wear close toed shoes and long pants. 

No prior kitchen experience is necessary; all training will be provided on-site at the beginning of your shift. 

Corporate, parish, community, and college groups are welcome to volunteer together by clicking "Respond as a Team" for the date you'd like to join us!

*Click here to learn more about PFC: The Pope Francis Center

Mealtime creates a sense of community for our guests and an opportunity for fellowship. Our communal dining and nutritional menu provide very real health benefits. Without the support of our committed volunteers, preparing and serving meals for 200+ individuals would not be possible.

Volunteer Meal Teams assist Chef in the preparation of meals for Bridge Housing residents and guests of the Day Center. Meal Teams will also serve meals to residents, and assist with clean-up at the end of service. 

As this opportunity takes place in an industrial kitchen setting, all volunteers must wear close toed shoes and long pants. 

No prior kitchen experience is necessary; all training will be provided on-site at the beginning of your shift. 

Corporate, parish, community, and college groups are welcome to volunteer together by clicking "Respond as a Team" for the date you'd like to join us!

*Click here to learn more about PFC: The Pope Francis Center

Brilliant Cities/Detroit currently has 19 operating hubs and there are always different opportunities that are in need of volunteer assistance. Whether it is reading one-on-one or with a group, managing activity stations, painting a room, event material set-up/restore, categorizing the book library, or sorting in-kind donations, our hubs have specific needs that arise throughout the year.

Current volunteer opportunities:

Brilliant Grixdale Farms Fall Clean-Up

Our Grixdale Farms hub has been closed for the summer and is ready for a fresh start this fall! We’re inviting volunteers to help us prepare the space for reopening as a vibrant center for literacy programming and community events. As a hub organization volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in getting the space ready by decluttering and deep cleaning, organizing supplies and materials, and helping to create an efficient, welcoming environment where our Brilliant participants can gather, connect, and learn. Volunteers groups are especially encouraged to join us! Flexible scheduling available; please inquire.

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Brilliant Dexter-Linwood Basement Organization Project

Help create a welcoming and efficient space for our Brilliant participants! We're looking for volunteers to assist with organizing the basement of our Dexter-Linwood hub which is home to our free community clothing closet. Volunteers will assist with assembling shelving units, sorting totes, and organizing clothing by size. Your efforts will help us maintain a welcoming, clutter-free environment, making it easier for community members to access the resources they need. Flexible scheduling available; please inquire.

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Brilliant Russell Woods Clothing Closet Organization 

Brilliant Detroit's Russell Woods hub hosts a community clothing closet that provides free clothing to those in need, helping to boost self-esteem by allowing individuals to feel confident and included with appropriate attire. This is especially crucial for families facing clothing insecurity, as it can positively impact academic performance and social interactions. Our Russell Woods location is seeking volunteers to assess the quality, condition and seasonal appropriateness of their clothing donations and help categorize them by type and size. Flexible scheduling available, please inquire.

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Brilliant Cody Rouge Basement and Garage Organization

We're looking for volunteers to assist with organizing the garage and basement rooms, assembling shelving units, and storing totes—some heavy lifting required. Your volunteer efforts will support smoother operations and ensure resources are accessible in a clutter-free environment. Flexible scheduling available, please inquire. 

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Brilliant Brightmoor Organization & Redesign 

Our Brightmoor location is currently looking for volunteers to help organize basement rooms, assemble shelving units, and properly store totes to declutter and sort items. Volunteers will assist in creating storage solutions and ensuring our programming areas remain clean and functional. Tasks may include lifting and moving boxes, sorting supplies, and organizing materials. Volunteers are needed weekdays between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

We're excited to share a variety of exciting new events happening this winter! Below, you'll find a comprehensive list of opportunities where we could use your support. We’d love to have you join us in celebrating the holiday season while making a meaningful impact in our community. 

Please respond to this opportunity listing by specifying which event(s) you're interested in supporting. Thank you.

Upcoming events:

Brilliant Russell Woods Presents: Pete the Cat's 12 Groovy Days of Christmas Celebration!

Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 4-7 p.m.

Our Brilliant Russell Woods hub has been enjoying Pete the Cat’s adventures all year, and now they are hosting a special event featuring Pete the Cat’s Christmas edition. Participants will enjoy a festive storytime, themed activities and games, and delicious seasonal treats.*

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Brilliant Dexter-Linwood Cozy Christmas Celebration! 

Thursday, December 18, 2025, 3-6:30 p.m.

Celebrate the season at our Brilliant Dexter–Linwood Hub! Join us for our December Family Engagement Night, filled with Christmas-themed activities, holiday movies, and festive fun for all our Brilliant families.*

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Brilliant Littlefield 2025 Christmas Bash

Friday, December 19, 2025, 2:30-6:30 p.m.

Our Littlefield community is ringing in the holiday season with: a visit from Santa Claus, festive activities and games, a cozy storytime session, a delicious Christmas meal (plus a hot cocoa and cookie bar!), and maybe even a surprise visit from a magician or a clown!*

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Brilliant Brightmoor Holiday Celebration

Friday, December 19, 2025, 3:30-8 p.m.

Our Brightmoor Holiday Celebration will bring families together to enjoy storytelling, cookie decorating, Christmas bingo, DIY ornament crafts, and a festive photo booth complete with holiday props! These activities will create lasting memories, strengthen family bonds, and spark the holiday spirit in a warm and inclusive atmosphere!*

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Brilliant Boynton Presents: A Very Merry Elf Adventure!

Friday, December 19, 2025, 4:30-7 p.m.

Join us at our new Boynton hub for a family-centered holiday celebration designed to bring the community together through festive activities. Brilliant kids can visit the “Elf Shop” to choose special gifts for their loved ones, and volunteers will help them select and wrap their presents. Volunteers will also assist with photo printing and help ensure that families enjoy a memorable holiday experience!

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Brilliant Fitzgerald Winter Pajama Party

Saturday, December 20, 2025, 1-5 p.m.

This joyful event will bring neighbors together to celebrate the winter season with board games, ornament and mug crafting, dancing, delicious food, and plenty of laughter. Families will also enjoy warm cocoa, donuts, and special gifts! This event is the perfect way to strengthen community ties and spread holiday joy in a welcoming space.*

*Volunteers are needed to help with event set-up, activity management (kids games and crafts, giveaway stations), food distribution and clean-up.

Celebrate the season at our Brilliant Dexter–Linwood Hub!

Join us for our December Family Engagement Night, filled with Christmas-themed activities, holiday movies, and festive fun for all our Brilliant families.

Volunteers will play a vital role in creating a warm and energetic atmosphere by assisting with event set-up, registration, activity management, food distribution, and post-event clean-up. We are embracing a Cozy Christmas theme, so volunteers are encouraged to wear pajamas!

Focus: HOPE provides food to over 42,000 limited-income seniors in and around Detroit. Each month, every one of those seniors receives a box of food which contains healthy groupings of nonperishable foods. We rely on volunteers to pack the vast majority of this food, so both individuals and volunteer groups are always welcome! 

Volunteers work together in groups of up to 30 per assembly line, cutting stock and then placing canned foods into Focus: HOPE boxes as they roll by. Volunteers may also unwrap and unbox pallets of food, collapse boxes for recycling and dispose of plastic waste. These tasks require moderate levels of activity, bending and lifting.  

A full line of volunteers is usually able to pack over 500 boxes of food for our seniors! 

Comfortable attire and shoes are welcome. The warehouse temperature may fluctuate with the seasons, so layers are encouraged. Volunteers are prohibited from wearing open-toed shoes, sleeveless shirts, short shorts or exposing midriff. Please keep valuables at home, in your car or on your person.  

We recommend you bring work gloves.  

For everyone’s safety, if you are not feeling well or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 in the last 14 days, please stay home.  

Focus: HOPE strongly encourages all volunteers, guests and colleagues to wear a mask while in the building, regardless of vaccination status.  

Handwashing and sanitizer stations are available throughout the building.  

If you have already completed a digital waiver this calendar year, scroll to the bottom of the page to register for an open time slot. Otherwise, click “Respond” at the top or bottom of the page, log in, complete the waiver qualification, and then return to this page to see the available volunteer shifts.  

Minors may not complete waivers digitally, so the system will not allow a minor to sign up to volunteer. Minors may not volunteer without a guardian present. Once on-site for the selected volunteer event, guardians may register their minors by signing a printed waiver on their behalf. For packing you must be age 13 or older to participate.  

To register a large team or organization, please contact volunteer@focushope.edu for options.  

If you have court mandated community service hours, you must attend a separate, court-specific orientation. This orientation only takes place on Fridays at 10:30 a.m. at 1400 Oakman Boulevard, 48238. After the brief orientation, you may choose to stay and begin volunteering, or return another day.  

Bring a photo ID and know the name of your court and/or officer. If you have an official document which states your hours, bring it with you.  

If you do not attend a Friday orientation prior to volunteering, your hours will not be recorded for the court. No exceptions will be made.  

You do not need to register to participate. More information at: https://focushope.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=601721  

Focus: HOPE has permanently relocated all volunteer activities to 1400 Oakman Boulevard, Detroit MI 48238. Parking is directly across the street within the gated black fence. The lot entrance is on La Salle Boulevard by where it intersects with Oakman Boulevard. Please do not park in the Early Learning Center lot or between buildings.  

Volunteer & Community Outreach  

Focus: HOPE  

volunteer@focushope.edu  

313-494-4270  

Help provide support to individuals and families in need across Macomb & Wayne Counties.  Distribution Associates will assist with organizing or delivering items for community distributions.

Monthly every second Saturday

Remaining 2025 Dates: Emergency distribution scheduled for Saturday, November 29th and December 13th,

2026 Dates: January 10th, February 14th, March 14th, April 11th, May 9th, June 13th, July 11th, August 8th, September 12th, October 10th, November 14th, and December 12th.

Shifts:

 8 - 10 AM Packers

11 AM - 1 PM Distribution Team

2 hours per shift

Please visit our website at elmsfamilyandcommunityservices.org to learn more about us.  Contact us at info@elmsfamilyandcommunityservices.org or 313-398-9445.

Elms Family and Community Services is seeking mentors for its 2025 - 26 Youth Programs.  Mentors will assist in guiding middle and high school youth.  The mentor will serve as lead support to youth involved in EFCS programs, assist in facilitating group workshops and coordinating experiential learning opportunities for program participants.

This position would require 2 hours for weekly program meetings with participants and 4 hours monthly for engagement with mentees.

All volunteers must complete a background check and must be cleared as a school volunteer with participating schools.  Click RESPOND in the upper right corner of the screen and you will be prompted to complete the background check questionnaire. This may open a second window.

The Sterling Volunteer background check will come at no cost to the volunteer. Once the background check is complete (average 1-2 business days), you will receive an email notifying you that you may complete your registration. There is a School Volunteer background check required, which will also come at no cost to the volunteer.

Please visit our website at elmsfamilyandcommunityservices.org, to learn more about us!

Elms Family and Community Services (EFCS) is seeking to fill its Board of Directors Chair role. This is a volunteer (unpaid) chair role that serves as a member of the organization’s Board.

EFCS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, located in Macomb County, Michigan.  We service youth, families and individuals in the Macomb/Wayne counties and the surrounding community.  We aim continuously to provide services, resources and support that will enable under-represented families, individuals and youth to overcome social, economic, educational and other barriers in which they face by gaining and sustaining successful outcomes in life. We do this through our support services, programs and community projects.

Summary of Role: The Board of Directors Chair provides Board oversight for the organization.

The Chair: 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:

Education/Experience Required:

The successful candidate must be available to attend Board of Directors meetings monthly, quarterly or as needed and a monthly commitment of approximately 3-5 hours. Additional time will be required during orientation and budget development processes.

Term: This is a 3-year term appointment.

All volunteer and Board members must complete a background check. Click RESPOND in the upper right corner of the screen and you will be prompted to complete the background check questionnaire. This may open a second window. 

Please visit our website at elmsfamilyandcommunityservices.org to learn more about us.

THIS IS AN OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITY. CHECK IN WITH FRONT DESK. 

Forgotten Harvest is looking for volunteers to help get the Community Choice Mobile Market ready for clients. Forgotten Harvest’s Community Choice Market will allow those in need to select their own food instead of receiving a prepacked or standard bag of groceries. With this method, those in need do not have to take items they already have, do not like, or cannot eat for health or personal reasons.

Volunteers are needed to assist with the following:

This opportunity will occur from  3PM-6PM. Volunteers should be 18 years or older. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION: The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

THIS IS AN OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITY LOCATED TO THE LEFT SIDE OF OUR DISTRIBUTION CENTER 

Forgotten Harvest’s Community Choice Market will allow those in need to select their own food instead of receiving a prepacked or standard bag of groceries. With this method, those in need do not have to take items they already have, do not like, or cannot eat for health or personal reasons.

Volunteers are needed to assist with the following:

*Volunteers should be 18 years or older. Must be able to lift at least 25+ pounds*

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION: The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

THIS IS AN OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITY LOCATED TO THE LEFT SIDE OF OUR DISTRIBUTION CENTER 

Forgotten Harvest is looking for volunteers to help get the Community Choice Mobile Market ready for clients. Forgotten Harvest’s Community Choice Market will allow those in need to select their own food instead of receiving a prepacked or standard bag of groceries. With this method, those in need do not have to take items they already have, do not like, or cannot eat for health or personal reasons.

Volunteers are needed to assist with the following:

This opportunity will occur from  8:00-11:00 and 12:30-3:30 Monday-Friday and 8:30-12 on Saturday. Volunteers should be 18 years or older. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION: The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Now more than ever, we’re reminded of the importance of helping others. After the distribution of SNAP benefits was impacted during the recent government shutdown, many families in our neighboring communities are facing food insecurity. To help meet this growing need, community member and friend of Brilliant Detroit, Lisa Garatoni, launched the Brilliant SNAP Campaign to provide extra support to families during this time.

As we approach the holiday season, we are calling on our community partners to help organize food drives to collect non-perishable items and essential household goods. These contributions will help stock the community pantries located throughout our Detroit neighborhoods.

Thanks to our wonderful partners at The Wave Project, most Brilliant community hubs now feature 24/7 food pantries just outside their doors. Families can access these pantries whenever they need, with no barriers and no questions asked. Together, we can make sure every family has what they need this holiday season.

How can you help?

We’re inviting our community partners to:

Here’s a sample listing of items that are most appreciated:

• Any shelf-stable foods
• Peanut Butter / Jelly / Honey
• Cooking oil (like olive or canola)
• Salt / pepper, and other spices
• Proteins: Canned chicken, tuna, and beans
• Soups: Canned soups and chilis
• Vegetables: Canned vegetables (preferably low-sodium)
and canned tomatoes / sauces
• Fruits: Canned fruit (in juice, not syrup)
• Meats: Canned beef stew, chili, shelf-stable meats
• Meal Kits: Macaroni and cheese, pastas, potatoes,
boxed dinners
• Rice (brown rice is often preferred)
• Whole-grain pasta
• Whole-grain and low-sugar cereals
• Rolled oats and instant oatmeal
• Shelf-stable milk and milk substitutes
• Whole-grain breads and crackers
• Barbeque Sauce Hot Sauce
• Flour and Corn Meal
• Salad Dressings
• Healthy Juices
• Shelf-stable, low-sugar snacks like granola bars,
dried fruit, apple sauce
• Non-food items like personal hygiene products
(soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, feminine
hygiene products
• Household Supplies: toilet paper, paper towels,
and laundry detergent

If you’d like to contribute items for holiday meals, please see the suggested list below:

• 10-12 lb Turkey
• Poultry Seasoning
• Chicken Broth
• Stuffing Mix
• Milk
• Gravy
• Cranberry Sauce
• Potatoes
• Jiffy Mix
• Cans of Corn
• Green Beans
• Diced Tomatoes
• Cream of Mushroom Soup
• Sweet Potatoes
• Cookies
• Brownie Mix
• Roasting Pan
• Turkey Baster
• Pumpkin Pie
• Cola or Sodas

End the year by volunteering at Stony Creek Metropark! The forests and other natural areas found here need a helping hand. Volunteers will help natural resources staff remove invasive shrubs while learning about how their work helps preserve important ecosystems.

All necessary tools and equipment will be provided. We will provide gloves, but feel free to bring your favorite pair! Please be sure to dress for working outdoors and off-trail in areas that may include poison ivy (long pants, layered clothing, closed-toe shoes, rain gear, hat, sunscreen, etc.). Don’t forget to bring a bottle of water!

Ages: 12 and up.

Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Cost: Free!

Location: Stony Creek Metropark, Nature Center

Pre-registration is required by 4 p.m. three days before the program. REGISTER HERE

Join us at our new Boynton hub for a family-centered holiday celebration designed to bring the community together through festive activities. Brilliant kids can visit the “Elf Shop” to choose special gifts for their loved ones, and volunteers will help them select and wrap their presents. Volunteers will also assist with photo printing and help ensure that families enjoy a memorable holiday experience!

Our Brilliant Russell Woods hub has been enjoying Pete the Cat’s adventures all year, and now they are hosting a special event featuring Pete the Cat’s Christmas edition. Participants will enjoy a festive storytime, themed activities and games, and delicious seasonal treats.

We are currently looking for volunteers to help make this event a success by assisting with set-up, activity management (kids games and crafts, giveaway stations), food distribution and clean-up.

We are grateful to a generous donor who contributed over 300 Thanksgiving meals to our Brilliant hubs to support families this holiday season. Each meal includes a turkey, potatoes, and carrots, and will be distributed across our 19 hubs, which provide free resources to the neighborhoods they serve.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic volunteers (groups are welcome!) to help unload this donation delivery and organize the meals for distribution to our locations.

Read to a Child is a national literacy and mentoring non-profit that fosters a love of reading, improves literacy skills, and empowers underserved children by inspiring adults to read aloud to them regularly. Research shows that reading aloud to children is the single most important activity for eventual success in reading, a key factor for success in school, work, and life.  When an adult reads aloud to a child, both parties have a joyful, rewarding experience that instills a love of reading, improves literacy skills, and enhances a child’s self-confidence. 

WHAT IS NEEDED? Volunteers are needed to serve as reading mentors for Kindergarten through fourth graders at local schools during their lunchtime. The goal is to instill a love of reading and provide social-emotional support.

WHEN DOES THE PROGRAM TAKE PLACE? WHAT IS THE TIME COMMITMENT? Mentors attend 30 minute reading sessions with their student once a week or every other week through the end of the school year.

WHERE DOES THE PROGRAM TAKE PLACE? Volunteers participate in sessions at one of partner schools (https://readtoachild.org/locations/detroit/participating-schools-detroit/).

HOW ARE THE CHILDREN SELECTED FOR THE PROGRAM? Teachers select specific students to participate in the Read Aloud Mentoring Program because they are 1) behind their age group in reading proficiency; 2) would benefit from the attention of a caring adult; 3) and/or English is their second language.

I’VE NEVER BEEN A READING MENTOR. WILL I RECEIVE ANY TRAINING? Yes. All volunteers will attend an information and training session prior to beginning the program.

ONCE I JOIN THE PROGRAM, WHAT DO I DO IF I HAVE A QUESTION OR CAN’T MAKE IT TO MY SCHEDULED READING SESSION FOR THE WEEK? The Read Aloud Mentoring Program is well-managed by a Program Coordinator staffed at each site. If you have questions, or cannot make it to your reading session you can call the Program Coordinator to notify them and reschedule where possible.

THIS IS AN OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITY

Forgotten Harvest’s Client Choice Mobile Market will allow those in need to select their own food instead of receiving a prepacked or standard bag of groceries. With this method, those in need do not have to take items they already have, do not like, or cannot eat for health or personal reasons.

Volunteers are needed to assist with the following:

*Volunteers should be 18 years or older. Must be able to lift at least 25+ pounds*

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION: The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Join us for our Harvest for the Holidays event as we gather fresh collard greens to include with our HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS food boxes. Come lend a hand and help spread hope—one bundle at a time! Each day, we’ll have a specific harvest goal to meet. Some days may run longer than others, but once we reach the target number of bundles, our work for the day will be complete!

Please dress for the weather! Layers are best—don’t forget a hat and warm boots. We recommend something cozy for your feet and warm gloves if you have them (our work gloves aren’t very warm). We’ll have hand warmers available, along with hot drinks like coffee, cocoa, tea, and water to help keep you comfortable. 

As a volunteer tax preparer, you can ensure that our clients get the best return on their taxes. No need to be an accountant.  We arm you with tax law training and on-site expert support so that you can confidently complete accurate returns. With a minimum commitment of 30 hours, you can help us return millions of dollars to members of our community this season.

Training is available at several locations in southeast Michigan, including colleges. Both new and returning volunteers take training courses to learn more about tax issues, credits, and changes in the tax law. Training includes practice with the tax preparation software (Taxslayer), IRS certification tests and free food!

Once trained & certified, you will then be eligible able to volunteer at one of our tax sites located throughout Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Livingston and Washtenaw counties. Our tax sites are in public spaces such as libraries, community centers, and human resource agencies. Numerous shifts are available throughout Monday-Saturday so you will get to choose the volunteer shift & location that works best for you!

For more information, please visit: https://accountingaidsociety.org/volunteers/

THIS IS AN OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITY LOCATED TO THE LEFT SIDE OF OUR DISTRIBUTION CENTER 

Forgotten Harvest’s Community Choice Market will allow those in need to select their own food instead of receiving a prepacked or standard bag of groceries. With this method, those in need do not have to take items they already have, do not like, or cannot eat for health or personal reasons.

Volunteers are needed to assist with the following:

*Volunteers should be 18 years or older. Must be able to lift at least 25+ pounds*

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION: The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

THIS IS AN OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITY LOCATED TO THE LEFT SIDE OF OUR DISTRIBUTION CENTER 

Forgotten Harvest is looking for volunteers to help get the Community Choice Mobile Market ready for clients. Forgotten Harvest’s Community Choice Market will allow those in need to select their own food instead of receiving a prepacked or standard bag of groceries. With this method, those in need do not have to take items they already have, do not like, or cannot eat for health or personal reasons.

Volunteers are needed to assist with the following:

This opportunity will occur from  8:00-11:00 and 12:30-3:30 Monday-Friday and 8:30-12 on Saturday. Volunteers should be 18 years or older. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION: The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

The Ypsilanti Thrift Shop, a local all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit, is in need of volunteers to help in our Marking room.  In this position you would be responsible for receiving, sorting, marking/pricing, and displaying donations for sale. You may also assist with bi-annual changeover and other duties as needed. You would also enjoy first dibs to purchase donated items! This is a very sociable and fun way to give back to the community as all of our net proceeds are donated to local charities and people in need. Schedule based on your availability within our hours of operation.

Brilliant Detroit is teaming up with 360 Detroit to host a free community holiday celebration at The Congregation! Guests will enjoy music, dancing, delicious food and holiday spirit in the company of our wonderful, Brilliant community.

Volunteers are needed to assist in the following areas/shifts:

Please specify which shift(s) you're interested in supporting when completing this form, and a member of our Brilliant Volunteer Team will follow-up with you shortly. 

Monthly community dinners:

Next date: Thursday, November 20th, 3:30-7 p.m.

Following date: Monday, December 15th, 3:30-7 p.m.

Brilliant Pontiac’s monthly community dinners offer a welcoming space for neighbors to connect over a shared meal, meaningful conversation, and a sense of belonging. These dinners are designed to strengthen community ties in a warm, inclusive environment. We are looking for volunteers to help set up the dinner area, welcome community members to our Brilliant Pontiac home, plate and serve food, manage fun and interactive child enrichment activities, and assist with cleanup by returning event materials to their original spaces.

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Holiday Extravaganza:

Thursday, December 4th, 3:30-7:45 p.m.

Join us for a festive holiday celebration at our Brilliant Pontiac hub filled with creativity, community, and joy for the whole family!

This special event will bring neighbors together to enjoy holiday-themed cuisine, activities, and a unique gift-wrapping experience. Children will have the chance to select and wrap gifts for their caregivers, while parents and caregivers will do the same for their children! Creating a fun and meaningful exchange of love and appreciation! Families will also enjoy lively holiday activities designed to spark laughter, connection, and togetherness!

Volunteers will play a key role in spreading holiday cheer by event set-up, registration, activity management, food distribution, and post-event clean-up. Your support will ensure that families leave with full hearts and lasting holiday memories! 

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Clothing closet organization:

Flexible timing; please inquire

Brilliant Pontiac hosts a community clothing closet that provides free clothing to those in need, helping to boost self-esteem by allowing individuals to feel confident and included with appropriate attire. This is especially crucial for families facing clothing insecurity, as it can positively impact academic performance and social interactions. Volunteers are needed to help assess and organize clothing donations; some heavy lifting is required for this role. 

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Homework help:

Fall 2025; Monday-Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m. 

Starting this fall, Brilliant Pontiac will offer after-school homework help sessions for students in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. These sessions aim to support young learners with their schoolwork, encourage curiosity, and promote positive study habits. We are looking for volunteers to mentor students, assist with homework questions, model patience and a love for learning, and help tidy and organize materials at the end of each session. This is a great opportunity for older students to step into a meaningful mentoring role!

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

The City of Detroit is partnering with several food distribution locations throughout the city to support those in need.

Click here to view all available volunteer opportunities.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

The Detailed Devotee 

This person has a color-coded planner and loves making a daily to-do list. They enter data into computer programs and file documents with ease. This person has the patience to potty train a puppy. This volunteer opportunity supports our many needs of database entry, recording client needs, filing, answering phones, and sorting mail sent to us for our clients. This person is the first point of contact for clients and is vital in keeping the daily operations of the organization running smoothly. See one volunteer position that fit within this category below. 

  Office Assistant  

The Data Entry Enthusiast This person has a knack for being able to sort, organize, and enter various data sets into several different systems.  They might find it relaxing and rewarding when transferring handwritten hard copy notes into electronic data files. They see the need for digital organization.  This volunteer is important in a helping organization’s mission to become paperless so we can share our story and impact better while serving our clients in a meaningful way. 

Help keep our babies healthy and dry!  Join our monthly diaper distribution and ensure that babies are cared for!  Join us on the fourth Wednesday of every month and help distribute diapers and wipes to our Wayne Metro families in need!  This is an outdoor distribution so please dress for the weather.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Our amazing care team at Hope Clinic is looking for volunteer Clinicians available to help at our Westland and Ypsilanti free clinic locations. (Alternatively, we are also looking for clinicians who are willing to offer pro-bono services to Hope Clinic patients at their own offices.)

This is a wonderful opportunity to give of your time and talents to help your neighbors in need. If you are a licensed clinician, we hope you’ll consider volunteering and helping in our effort to make lives better!

If interested, please either respond to this posting or email volunteer@thehopeclinic.org. We will get back to you with more information!

Or, fill out a volunteer application on our website: https://thehopeclinic.org/volunteer

*If you know of other clinicians who might be interested, please help us get the word out!

Our biggest need is for Tuesday afternoons, but we are also looking for additional folks on Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday mornings. This is a wonderful opportunity to give of your time and talents to help your neighbors in need!

If you are a licensed registered nurse, we hope you’ll consider volunteering and helping in our effort to make lives better!

*If you know of other Registered Nurses who might be interested, please help us get the word out!

Hope Clinic offers free medical care to those without insurance, and we need folks to help in the Pharmacy!

We are looking for Pharmacists/Pharmacy Techs or RNs who can come on a regular basis to help in the Pharmacy/Dispensary This is more of a physician’s supply closet and an RN can legally dispense meds under clinicians’ orders. We do not fill prescriptions that come from outside Hope Clinic.

Requirements:

Able to commit to a regular shift for at least a few months

Compassionate

Friendly and personable

If interested, please either respond to this posting or email volunteer@thehopeclinic.org. We will get back to you with more information!

Or, fill out a volunteer application on our website: https://thehopeclinic.org/volunteer

Hope Clinic is an amazing non-profit where the efforts of volunteers are effectively multiplied to help make lives better for those in need. Our dedicated volunteer care-providers truly provide a haven of help + healing.

Food drives are a great way to engage your group and support food-insecure neighbors. At Hope Clinic, our choice-based pantry lets clients select the items for themselves—promoting dignity and empowering them to make decisions based on their needs and tastes.

We accept unexpired, shelf-stable items, including:

We encourage donations of the same quality you'd buy for your own family—brand-name or organic items show our clients we believe they should get the very best.

For ideas and more information, visit our website https://thehopeclinic.org/projects/2020/11/12/how-to-host-a-food-drive

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Hosting a food or personal care drive is a meaningful way to bring your group together while directly supporting survivors and families rebuilding their lives. At First Step, we promote dignity and choice—allowing families to select the items that best meet their needs and preferences.

With recent and future funding cuts, we have an urgent need for support as families face the holidays. Your donations can help ensure survivors and their children have nourishing meals, personal care items and other critical supplies during this time.

Unexpired, shelf-stable items needed, such as:
Canned goods: fruits, vegetables, soups, proteins, coffee
Dry goods: cereals, pasta, rice, baking items, snacks
Condiments & spreads: sauces, spices, nut butters
Personal care & household essentials: hygiene products, paper products, diapers, cleaning supplies

Please check expiration dates on all items before dropping them off.

For more information, visit our website https://www.firststep-mi.org/donate/mostneeded/ or contact Barb Davis at bdavis@firststep-mi.org. A more detailed Donation Guide can be provided.

Drivers are needed to drive our vans with bell ringers to their stores. 

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Join us in supporting Detroit families by volunteering at one of our community food pantries. Volunteers help ensure that food and essential items are organized, packed, and distributed efficiently to residents in need.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Sort, stock, and organize food donations and pantry shelves

Pack grocery boxes and bags for distribution

Assist with pantry setup, restocking, and cleanup

Help load food boxes and groceries into vehicles during drive-through distributions

Provide friendly service and support to community members visiting the pantry

What to Expect:

Shifts typically last 2–4 hours

Some lifting (10–25 lbs.) may be required when handling food boxes or supplies

Great opportunity for individuals, pairs, or small groups

What to Wear/Bring:

Dress warmly and in layers — some tasks take place outdoors

Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes suitable for standing or lifting

Gloves are recommended for handling boxes or working outside

Bring a water bottle and any personal items you may need during your shift

Your time and support help provide healthy food to hundreds of Detroit residents each week. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.

Hello Community Partners,

My name is Janice Banks Founder/President of Looking at the whole picture foundation -Connecting Veterans and Returning Citizens and their Families to Community Resources.

We all are aware  that a lot families are loosing their SNAP benefits, government workers are on furlough and much more.

I'm asking if I can count on you and your team to make these families Christmas a little bit Merrier.

You decide on how many families you would like to adopt, the family size to include mom and dad ( or just the children). If you decide to select age appropriate toys/gifts or select from their "Wishlist" ( I let the families know that nothing is guaranteed). I know even when donating there is budget you must follow.

I can get the family information to you as as possible. I know it is early but I also know you have a very busy schedule. I also want to respect  your time as well.

I look forward to talking with you soon.

Janice Banks

313 320-4237

**Please use this link to sign up: https://pointapp.org/orgs/7540**

Hospitality House serves over 900 households each month through its client-choice food pantry, allowing families and individuals experiencing food insecurity to choose the items that best meet their needs. In 2024, Hospitality House distributed more than 1.2 million pounds of food and supported over 5,000 community members.

Volunteers are needed to help the pantry run smoothly. There are two primary roles:

Shopper Assistant:

Stocker:

Available Shifts (multiple dates):

Mondays: 11:45 AM – 4:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Tuesdays: 12:15 PM – 4:30 PM

Thursdays: 9:45 AM – 2:00 PM and 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM

2nd and 4th Saturdays: 9:45 AM – 2:00 PM

To sign up for your preferred shift, please use the link above.

Volunteer to Support Families Facing Food Insecurity Many Detroit families are feeling the impact of reduced SNAP (food assistance) benefits. You can help make sure no neighbor goes hungry.

Volunteer Opportunities Include:

Helpful volunteers will assist older adults with both selecting and shopping for their monthly commodities, as well as loading prepacked food boxes and additional food commodities into vehicles. Volunteers will also replenish the supplies/commodities for distribution.

Friendly and patient volunteers are all welcome for this opportunity. Individuals or small groups (up to 5) are ideal. This is a moderately physical activity. Long periods of active moving and standing may occur.

Tasks:

Attire: We suggest volunteers dress comfortably and wear comfortable shoes. No open toe shoes, leggings, shorts, tank tops/sleeveless shirts. 

Additional Information: There is limited storage space, please leave personal items in a secure place. 

Parking & Entering the building: Parking is located directly next to the building at 1300 Oakman Blvd. Use caution when parking and when crossing the lot - this is the same parking lot where participants will be picking up their food. Enter through the automatic doors at the front of the building on Oakman Blvd.
 
If you get lost or need to speak with someone, please call the main volunteer line at 313-494-4270. For an immediate response, please call ‪(313) 494-4714.

Volunteer Department
Phone: 313-494-4270 
E-mail: volunteer@focushope.edu 

***COURT ORDERED COMMUNITY SERVICE participants must complete orientation and be approved for this assignment*** Orientation is held only on Friday's at 10:30 am At Main Campus 1400 Oakman Blvd. Detroit, MI 48238 (No appointment required)

THIS IS AN OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITY

Forgotten Harvest’s Client Choice Mobile Market will allow those in need to select their own food instead of receiving a prepacked or standard bag of groceries. With this method, those in need do not have to take items they already have, do not like, or cannot eat for health or personal reasons.

Volunteers are needed to assist with the following:

*Volunteers should be 18 years or older. Must be able to lift at least 25+ pounds*

MANDATORY DRESS CODE

GROUP REGISTRATION - please email the volunteer department (click here) with the following information:

HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION: The safety and well-being of our community, staff and volunteers are important to Forgotten Harvest.

Help keep our senior neighbors stay nourished!  Our monthly food distribution needs volunteers to pack and place food boxes in cars.  This opportunity takes place outside.

Food Pantry Assistant manages the daily operations of a food pantry, including coordinating food acquisition, managing inventory, distributing food to clients, and ensuring compliance with food safety and program guidelines. This role involves direct client interaction, administrative tasks like data entry and reporting, and collaborating with donors and other organizations to support community members facing food insecurity.

With the colder weather here and the holiday season fast approaching, we need all the help we can get to serve those in need of food support in our community. Please consider giving an hour or two of your time to help run Inkster's only client choice food pantry! 

For more information please visit our website here: https://www.operationrefuge.org/mothers-pantry/

BCI helps homebound seniors receive their Focus: Hope grocery boxes. Each month, on the Friday after the 4th Thursday you can deliver between 6 to 8 Focus: Hope boxes of groceries. Choose to come every month? Then you're able to receive the same route and form a connection with the seniors. This is a wonderful way to make a huge impact every month or once in a while. 

Each box weighs around 30 lbs and typically can fit in the backseat of a sedan and trunk. Orientation required. 

ACC is a proud food distribution partner of Forgotten Harvest. Our location serves an estimated 200+ individuals weekly. Distribution takes place every Thursday morning from 8:30am - 12:30pm or until supplies last. 

Volunteers are needed to assist with unloading and organizing the food items into boxes inside our warehouse and distributing to clients in attendance. Currently we are operating as a drive-thru and walkup system, where the food is loaded directly into clients' cars or carts. 

Volunteers will work primarily outdoors unless sorting food in our warehouse; please dress according to the weather and wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Close-toed shoes recommended. Lifting boxes of 25+ lbs is often involved, but there are frequently smaller/lighter items to be sorted as well. If accommodations are needed, please let us know.

Help us set up and execute our food pantry at Towner! The pantry is on the first Wednesday of each month. Food typically arrives from Food Gatherers at 1:00pm, it is unloaded and set up in the community room til the pantry opens at 2pm and goes til 4pm. We could use your help unloading, organizing the food that is received, displaying food, checking residents in, walking residents through the pantry, and walking food to the homes of the seniors at Towner.

We serve hot meals Mondays - Fridays that are delivered from a caterer.  We need someone to receive and temp the meals, keep them at the correct temp, serve and clean up. The volunteer could work one day a week or all 5 days.  

In a nutshell: Our Corner Store Volunteers help connect patrons to much-needed resources, including fresh food, hygiene and household items, and more! The Corner Store, located in the basement, is a free resource for both Corner patients and the community, at large. The Corner Store Volunteer will manage the overall functioning of the Corner Store during their shift.

Time Commitment:

At least 3 hrs/wk. This is a weekly shift – the same day and time each week – ideally with intention of staying for at least a few months. *We are not open on weekends.

Duties: Tasks may vary depending on which shift is being worked.

Qualifications:

Training:

We are committed to providing crucial resources to our clients, ensuring their basic needs are met during challenging times. Through this volunteer role, you have the opportunity to actively contribute to maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming environment in our various material aid areas. By assisting with stock management and organization in our food pantry, clothing room, and hygiene area, you play a vital role in supporting individuals facing crises and helping them gain stability.

Activating your care in this way will help serve more people and serve them better. Creating an environment that is looked after well, invested in, and welcoming, is also showing respect, investment, and care for those using it. 

We are seeking volunteers that can come in during a weekday. This role is ideally filled by someone who can come in on a recurring basis. This could be once per week, once biweekly, multiple times per week, etc.