What is VolunTEENS?

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What is VolunTEENS?

What is VolunTEENS?
VolunTEENS is a year-round volunteer program designed for middle and high
school students who want to help in their communities by volunteering.
The VolunTEENS Program can…
• Give you work experience for job applications.
• Help you stand out on college and scholarship applications.
• Fulfill school or other service requirements.
• Allow you to help others.
• Help you explore future careers while learning new skills.
• Expose you to new people and experiences.
• Be Fun!
Getting Started:
Follow the steps below and you’ll be on your way!
1. Read the information here and talk with your parents or guardians about your interest in volunteering.
2. Decide how many hours you can commit to volunteering and talk about how you’ll get to your volunteer job(s). Make
sure you have transportation before you sign up for the VolunTEENS Program. Opportunities that are on or near the bus
line are marked with 
3. Opportunities are filled on a first come, first served basis so sign up early to have the best chance of getting the job(s)
that you want.
4. Sign-up online at: http://volunteerkalamazoo.org/volunteering/volunteens/, OR
Print and mail an application to:
Volunteer Kalamazoo
709-A S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo MI 49007, OR
Fax it to 269.382.8362
Next Steps:
5. To sign up for volunteer opportunities on the website, visit www.volunteerkalamazoo.org and click on “Get Involved.” All
opportunities will require that you have a volunteer account created with Volunteer Kalamazoo in order to register. Search
for the opportunity of your choice by keyword (title of the opportunity) or by organization. You can then click ‘Express
Interest’ to sign up for that opportunity.
6. Once you register for the opportunity of your choice, you will receive a confirmation email with contact information for
the opportunity coordinator. Expect to be contacted by the organization(s) within 2-3 weeks, sometimes longer depending
upon the needs of the organization(s).
7. Remember that there may be other requirements before beginning your volunteer job, such as an application, interview,
background check and/or training.
8. Use the Student Activity Report (or other school form, if applicable) to record and verify your hours and submit them to
Volunteer Kalamazoo (available online). We will track them in our database, to be retrieved when needed for college,
scholarship or Michigan Student Service Award applications.
9. Enjoy your volunteer experience!
10. Contact the organization hosting the opportunity you signed up for directly if you do not hear from them within 2-3
weeks. You can also contact Volunteer Kalamazoo to follow up on your behalf and/or if you have any questions. We’re
here to help!
What is the Michigan Student Service Award?
Sponsored by the Volunteer Centers of Michigan, the Michigan Student Service Award (MSSA) is a premier statewide
program that recognizes high school graduates who volunteer and document 400 hours of non-paid community service
that meet a recognized community need, under the auspices of a nonprofit organization, government program, community
group or school. Each student that fulfills the program requirements during the course of their high school career
receives: a Michigan Student Service Award Medallion of Distinction, a Certificate of Distinction for commitment to service
from Volunteer Kalamazoo and Volunteer Centers of Michigan that is signed by the Governor, and inclusion in
community-wide recognition efforts in the media and on Volunteer Kalamazoo’s website.
Questions? Email: volunteens@volunteerkalamazoo.org, or Call: 269.382.8350 weekdays [8:30-5pm]
Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 1
*Please note: We make a regular effort to keep this listing updated, but new
opportunities are added on a frequent basis on our website listing and our
opportunity calendar. Check these links for additional opportunities.
60th District Office
315 N Burdick Ave, Ste 100, Kalamazoo
http://www.60thdso.org
Administrative Assistant  Assist State Representative Sean McCann as he works to serve the people of Kalamazoo.
Perform general office assistance in mailing publications, answering phones, filing, responding to constituent e-mails and
letters, data entry and any other general office needs as well as assist in community outreach and events. Volunteers
should have good communication and people skills. Hours: Flexible, Mon-Fri [10am-4pm] Minimum age: 18, or 17 with
adult
Adopt-a-Pet Rescue Program
3537 Lake Ridge Lane, Allegan
http://www.adoptapet.com/adoption_rescue/69557.html
Maintenance/Custodial Worker  Volunteer will assist in fence repairs, installation or steps, sidewalks, wall furnace,
yard work, cleaning of kennels and many maintenance things throughout. Hours: Flexible, can be on going. Minimum age:
12
Cat and Dog Caregivers  Volunteers needed to work with cats and/or dogs. We have a variety of tasks and will
work with each volunteer to ensure that they are assigned to something they enjoy. Our large facility in the country houses
kennels, a dog park, cat quarters and a water sport area for dogs with a waterfall. Must be able to pay attention and follow
directions, good work habits, be punctual, reliable and dress appropriately for work. Must have transportation to Allegan.
Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 12, or 10 with adult
Adventure Centre at Pretty Lake
9497 West Q Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.adventurecentre.org
General Maintenance Site Worker  Great for groups or mentor/mentee pairs! Fulfill your service requirements!
Provide support in maintaining our 215-acre site, including: trail maintenance, minor carpentry, small tractor/engine repair,
chain sawing, potential for high angle carpentry, clean up trash, set up and take down tents, wood-chip activity areas,
tackle minor repairs to office and other buildings. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 16, younger students welcome if
accompanied by adult.
Air Zoo, The
6151 Portage Rd, Portage
http://www.airzoo.org
Survey Collectors Walk around and conduct surveys with customers at the Air Zoo. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 16.
Please note: Court-ordered volunteers are not accepted for this position.
Retail Specialist, Ticket Counter Provide accurate and speedy processing of admission tickets and membership sales.
Must be willing to work a minimum of 16 hours each month consistently. Must have excellent customer skills. Cashiering
experience a plus. Hours: Mon-Sat [9-1] or [1-5], Sun [12-5]. Minimum age: 16. Please note: Court-ordered community
service volunteers are not eligible for this volunteer position at the Air Zoo.
Retail Specialist Provide accurate and speedy processing of sales at the museum's gift shops. Must be willing to work a
minimum of 16 hours each month, consistently. Must have excellent customer services skills. Cashiering experience a
plus. Hours: Mon-Sat [9-1] or [1-5], Sun [12-5]. Minimum age: 16. Please note: Court-ordered community service
volunteers are not eligible for this volunteer position at the Air Zoo.
Receptionist Responsible for answering the museum phone, welcoming and greeting visitors to the office areas. Also
provides general clerical duties and a variety of support services to the staff. Hours: Flexible, Mon-Fri [9-5]. Minimum age:
17. Please note: Court-ordered community service volunteers are not eligible for this volunteer position at the Air Zoo.
Phone Assistant Answer phones. Must have good speaking and communication skills. Able to follow directions. Hours:
Mon-Wed and Sat [9-1pm] [1-5pm]; Sun [12-5pm]. Minimum age: 16. Please note: Court-ordered community service
volunteers are not eligible for this volunteer position at the Air Zoo.
Greeter Provide a warm and welcome greeting to all guests who visit the Air Zoo. Must have excellent customer service
skills and love interacting with the public. Hours: Mon-Sat [9am-1pm] [1pm-5pm] Sun [12pm-5pm]. Minimum age:16.
Please note: Court-ordered community service volunteers are not eligible for this volunteer position at the Air Zoo.
Discover Station Assistant Interactive science stations with hands-on demonstrations. Hours: Jun 1 - Sep 1: Mon-Sat [95], Sun [12-5] - 4 hrs/wk. Min age: 16
Camp Education Assistants Do you like to work with children? If you have an interest in aviation and get along well with
children you many enjoy this opportunity to assist instructors with projects, organizing materials and cleaning up. Must be
able to arrive on time, have excellent customer services skills and love interacting with the public. Must be appropriately
dressed. Hours: Camps run all summer, during the week. Minimum age: 16. Please note: Court-ordered community
service volunteers are not eligible for this volunteer position at the Air Zoo.
Library Assistant  Library assistant volunteers will greet customers as they enter the library, process book returns and
books to be checked out as needed. Volunteer will also assist customers in locating materials as needed. Hours: MonSat, 9am-1pm and 1-4pm; Sun Noon-5pm. Min age: 17
American Cancer Society, Kalamazoo
1400 W Milham Ave, Portage
http://www.cancer.org
Relay For Life Volunteer  Relay is a fun-filled overnight event to celebrate survivorship and raise money for
research and programs of your American Cancer Society. During the event, teams of people gather at schools and take
turns walking or running laps. Each team tries to keep at least one team member on the track at all times. For those who
are cancer survivors, a dinner will be held in your honor at the event. Location: Various sites. Hours: Date TBD, various
shifts. Call for information. Minimum age: All ages welcome.
American Diabetes Association, Southwest Michigan
3940 Broadmoor SE, Grand Rapids
http://www.diabetes.org
Step Out Walk To Fight Diabetes Volunteers  Volunteers needed to help with our annual non-competitive walks that
raise money and awareness for diabetes. Volunteer jobs include set-up, greeters, registration, medical, rest stops, finish
line greeters, photographer, and clean-up. Location: Celery Flats, Portage Oct 16, 2010. Hours: [8-11am] various shifts
available. Minimum age: None
American Diabetes Association Golf Scramble  The ADA is seeking enthusiastic & committed volunteers for the 22nd
Annual Golf Scramble at Gull Lake View Golf Club. The day includes a 4 person golf scramble with carts, gift bag for each
participant, lunch and games on the course, dinner, awards, silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and prizes (special ticket
purchase required). The silent auction features autographed sports memorabilia, golf packages, services, and much
more. Volunteers are needed for assistance with registration, event set up, event break down, silent auction set up, silent
auction check out, snack cart leads, raffle leads, game hole leads. Hours: June 14, 2012 **Set up will begin at least 2
hours prior to registration Registration starts at 10:00am Shotgun start begins at 11:00am Dinner and Awards [5:00pm8:00pm] Minimum age: 18, or 15 with adult
American Red Cross, Greater Kalamazoo
5640 Venture Ct, Kalamazoo
http://www.redcrossggr.org/Chapters/GreaterKalamazoo.aspx
Youth Leaders Are you a young person who wants to make a significant impact on your peers, school, and community?
If you are in high school or college we are in need of youth leaders willing to champion the Red Cross Mission and lead a
Red Cross Club! Red Cross Clubs offer a multitude of important opportunities for their school and community. Hours:
Flexible. Minimum age: 16, or 15 with adult
Volunteers For Blood Donor Recruitment Telephone previous blood donors to remind them of blood drives or schedule
appointments as needed. All work done at the Greater Kalamazoo Red Cross Chapter House. Hours: Flexible during
Mon-Fri [9am-5pm], 2-3 times/wk. Min age: 17
Unloaders and Reloaders Assist with unloading and/or reloading truck at blood drives, set-up and take down of
equipment. Hours: Mon [9 am and/or 4:30 pm] Thu [10 or 11 am] and/or [6:15 or 7:15 pm] Minimum age: 18, or 16 with
adult
Special Events Volunteers  Help the Red Cross maintain a strong presence in the community! Many one-time special
volunteer events arise at the Red Cross. Be a part of a Special Events Team devoted to these events. Specific duties
include: willingness to support Red Cross mission, provide a warm and friendly greeting to all, work with other volunteers
to achieve the task at hand. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 16, or 15 with adult
Community Speaker Help the American Red Cross maintain a strong presence in the community. Many organizations
want to learn more about the Red Cross and desire speakers to come and explain the mission of the Red Cross to your
community. Specific duties include: willingness to support the Red Cross Mission, maintain professional appearance and
tone and an ability to "think on your feet." Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 17, or 15 with adult
First Aid,CPR, and/or Babysitting Instructor Help save a life by empowering others with important skills and knowledge!
This position is responsible for conducting Health and Safety courses at the chapter as well as in workplaces, schools,
and other community settings. Specific duties include: teaching classes as available, evaluate student progress, distribute
and collect customer satisfaction surveys and promote the sale of first aid/CPR products. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age:
17
General Volunteers The Kalamazoo Chapter of the American Red Cross welcomes volunteers of all backgrounds. We
provide various opportunities to participate in blood drives, teach health & safety classes to the community, assist those
affected by house fires or other disasters, equipment maintenance and contribute to the everyday functioning of the
Chapter. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 15
Community Disaster Education Presenter Help educate community organizations and agencies to prevent, prepare for,
and respond to emergencies. Partner with us in educating our youth to be disaster-ready! Specific duties include:
willingness to support Red Cross mission, promote and conduct disaster education presentations in the community,
reporting and evaluating presentation, continue training and learning, and attending relevant CDE meetings. Hours:
Blood Donor Greeter/Registration Help us maintain the nation's blood supply! We are in need of volunteers to help
register blood donors on location. Volunteer responsible for the following: provide a warm and friendly greeting to all
donors, instruct and make donor comfortable in registration procedures, maintain orderly flow of donors into donation
area, and THANK the donor. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 18, or 15 with adult
Canteen Observer Help the American Red Cross maintain the nation's blood supply! We need Canteen Hosts that
provide attention, care and refreshments to donors following blood donation. Specific duties include: stocking the canteen
area, keeping the canteen area clean and tidy, conversing with donors, explaining the importance of blood donations,
thanking the donor and being alert to adverse reactions following blood donation. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 18, or 16
with adult
Arthritis Foundation, Michigan Chapter
1050 Wilshire Dr S-302, Troy
http://www.arthritis.org
Kalamazoo Arthritis Walk Volunteer Various volunteer positions available on a first-come, first-serve basis to anyone
age 13 or older. Course Marshals are stationed on the walk course to point participants in the correct direction. Water
Stop volunteers are stationed at the 1/2-way mark of the course, Food & Beverage Servers help with the light lunch,
Registration Volunteers help with individuals and teams check-in, Photographers document the day, and the Clean Up
Crew helps us pack everything up when the event is over. Location: Kalamazoo Valley Community College, Downtown
Campus. Hours: Date TBD, usually in May [8am-noon]. Volunteer check-in times vary depending on the position one is
assigned to. Minimum age: 13
Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis  The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is looking for volunteers to fill the following positions
on event day: setup, registration, course marshals, water station assistants, photographers, food & beverage servers,
clean up and greeters. ; Location: Celery Flats in Portage. Hours: Sun, Nov 13, 2011; Various shifts [10:30-3:30]. ;
Minimum age: 15 or younger if accompanied by adult.
Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo
359 S Kalamazoo Mall Ste 203, Kalamazoo
http://www.kalamazooarts.com
Event Volunteer  Volunteers needed for various events throughout the year. Events include, but are not limited to,
All Ears Theatre ;performances, Bravo! ;performances, Concerts in the Park ;performances, Make Music Kalamazoo
;summer music festival, United Teens Talent ;auditions and performance, the Community Arts Award program and
more. Volunteers may assist Arts Council staff & performers, act as ushers or greeters, serve refreshments or other
various duties. Hours: Vary by event. Minimum age: 18, or 16 with adult
Bach Festival Society of Kalamazoo
1140 Academy, Kalamazoo
http://www.kalamazoobachfestival.org
Concert Ushering  Throughout the year, the organization is seeking ushers to help at concerts. Ushers usually arrive
at least an hour advance of a performance and assist in taking tickets and distributing program books. Occasionally,
ushers will help to distribute and collect audience surveys. Upon the conclusion of the concert, ushers also help to collect
used programs and help to tidy up the seating areas. Hours: Call for upcoming dates. Ushers arrive one hour prior to
performance, stay for 1.5-2 hour performance and help tidy seating areas after the performance. Minimum age: 18, or 13
with adult.
Office Support  Throughout the year, the organization has needs for assistance with outgoing mailings. Volunteers
must have own transportation. Hours: Vary, call for more information. Minimum age: 18, or 13 with adult
Battle Creek VA Medical Center
5500 Armstrong Rd, Battle Creek
http://www.volunteer.va.gov
Summer Serves Youth Volunteers Summer Serves is a group program for youth 14 and older. Youth volunteers
participate on Tuesday and Thursday from 1pm-3pm. Tuesdays activities include group recreation activities with our
nursing home patients. Thursday activities involve learning about various careers from medical center staff and they
escort nursing home patients to the canteen (which is our on-station store). Minimum age: 14
Pet Therapy Volunteer We welcome canine pet therapy animals and their handlers to give back to our Veterans by
providing pet therapy on assigned ward and days arranged through our Recreation Therapy Department. Animal must
have current shot records and evaluation by a Veterinarian. Handler and pet must meet with Recreation Therapy staff to
be evaluated for volunteer assignment. Please call 269-223-5497 for more information or to schedule and appointment to
learn more. Minimum age: 18, or 14 with adult
New Year's Celebration Ring in the New Year by volunteering for the Battle Creek VA Medical Center New Year's Eve
st
Party on December 31 2012. Celebrate with Veterans and help make the party a time to remember. We will have music,
Wii games, and other activities for the Veterans. We need approximately 20 volunteers from 5pm-9pm to help with games,
serve food, and escort patients from their wards. This is located in BLDG 6 Auditorium. Please call to reserve your spot to
help with this event.
Homeless Veteran Program Volunteer Volunteers will assist staff in providing services to Veterans transitioning from
homelessness. Based on the skills of the volunteer, services include peer support counseling, assisting staff with
distribution of materials at stand downs, organization and distribution of comfort items, and other areas needed to support
staff. Minimum age: 18, or 14 with adult
Clerical Volunteers We can utilize your clerical skills to assist staff at the VA Medical Center in Battle Creek. We need
support in the Clinical Health Service, Women Veterans Program, and Community and Volunteer Service. Minimum age:
14
Baker Guest Service Volunteer Serve Veterans with your baking and customer service skills. Bake cookies, breads and
other items for distribution to our patients in our Community Living Center (nursing home) or inpatient psychiatric units.
Greet and visit with patients while performing these tasks. Other guest service duties such as assisting with laundry (on a
emergency basis) may needed at times. Minimum age: 14
Various Opportunities  Come help Serve Veterans! The Department of Veterans Affairs Voluntary Service (VAVS)
Program is the largest volunteer program in the Federal government. Our mission is to enhance the Veterans' healthcare
experience through utilization of volunteers and donations. The generosity of the volunteer's time allows us to provide
many opportunities and experiences for our Veterans that otherwise could not be accomplished by the staff. We welcome
individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. Opportunities include music therapy, assisting with recreation events and trips,
pet therapy, visitations, clerical support and many others. If you have a skill or interest and want to help our Veterans,
please contact us. Because of the nature of care being delivered at our VA hospitals, all volunteers are screened and
individually matched to their assignments. VAVS offers volunteer assignments that fulfill the volunteer's desire to make a
difference in a Veteran's life. The VAVS program can be tailored to meet the volunteer needs of an individual, student,
family, large group, or corporation. There are opportunities to volunteer at the Fort Custer National Cemetery, The
Community Based Outpatient Clinics in Lansing, Benton Harbor, Grand Rapids, and Muskegon as well as the Battle
Creek Medical Center. Minimum age: 14
Music Volunteers  Show your support for Veterans by providing music at the VA Medical Center in Battle Creek.
Just a short drive from Kalamazoo, we are looking for people to share their musical talent. If you play piano or another
instrument or if you want to bring a group or band. We are looking for people to provide music during dinner and lunch in
our patient dining room. We can also arrange for group performances in a larger setting. Minimum age: 18, or 14 with
adult
Activity Assistant for Extended Care Veterans  We are looking for volunteers to assist with activities in our extended
care dementia ward and extended care mental health wards during the afternoon hours between 2pm-4pm. Play games,
cards and visit with patients in the ward dayrooms or in the patient rooms on the assigned wards. We find that activities
during these times have a great positive impact on our Veteran Patients. Minimum age: 18, or 14 with adult
Bella Terra, Inc.
10736 West RS Ave, Mattawan
http://www.bellaterraacres.com
Ranch Hand Assist with daily miniature horse farm chores. Duties include: mucking stalls and paddocks; bedding;
sweeping; cleaning and filling water tanks/buckets; horse grooming and exercising. Must be able to lift 40 pounds. Hours:
Saturday mornings [9:30-11:30am]. Minimum age: 13
Big Brothers Big Sisters, A Community of Caring
3501 Covington Rd, Kalamazoo
http://www.bbbsmi.org
Receptionist Answer telephones, greet visitors, make copies, collate mailings, data entry, filing and updating records.
Assist with making phone calls to update general information records, and other office tasks as needed. Volunteers
should have general office skills. Hours: Weekdays [9am-5pm] Minimum age: 15
Bowl for Kids' Sake Recruiter  Recruit individuals and teams to help Big Brothers Big Sisters raise money through our
campus-focused "Bowl For Kids' Sake" event. Volunteers should have an outgoing personality and be comfortable
speaking in front of groups of people. Should also be highly organized and creative. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 17
Bowl For Kids' Sake Event Volunteers Assist with fund raising activities as a team recruiter, prize solicitor, and/or day-ofevent worker. Volunteers should have general office skills. Hours: Annual event, various shifts. Planning opportunities
vary. Minimum age: 14
Bigs In Schools Volunteer Meet for one hour weekly with an assigned child at a designated school for fun and
development of a friendly relationship. Days and times available vary according to school. Volunteers must be willing to
make at least a 9 month commitment to the program. Application must be completed by October. Minimum age: 15
Binder Park Zoo
7400 Division Dr, Battle Creek
http://www.binderparkzoo.org
Teen Zoo Volunteers Volunteering to be a part of Binder Park Zoo's Teen Program is a fun and rewarding way to spend
your summer. This year teens will choose to be either a JUNIOR ZOO KEEPER (working with animal care) or a TEEN
EDUCATOR (working with education). There are many exciting opportunities regardless of which program you apply for.
Participants must pay a small fee and be able to commit to volunteer 50 hours over the summer. A zoo shirt and name tag
is provided for all participants. A completed application must be submitted with essay questions completed and two letters
of recommendation. Applications are due no later than May 1, 2012. Minimum age: 13 by June 1, 2012. Applications are
available at www.binderparkzoo.org. Click on VOLUNTEER link at bottom of the page and then ZOO TEEN
APPLICATION.
Blanket Project - You Are Warmed By God's Love
Blanket/Pillow Making  Volunteers are needed to buy fabric, stitch, knit or crochet blankets and pillowcases on their
own time and donate them for distribution. Projects benefit children in crises. Drop off can be done at First United
Methodist Church in downtown Kalamazoo. Minimum age: 10
Borgess Garden Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
3057 Gull Rd, Kalamazoo
http://www.borgess.com/?pId=85
Christmas Day Assistant Help pass out presents to residents and assist with serving coffee and refreshments. Hours:
[9:30-11:30am]. Minimum age: 14.
Bronson Methodist Hospital
601 John St, Kalamazoo
http://bronsonhealth.com
Breast Feeding Boutique Assistant PLEASE NOTE: TO SIGN UP FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY PLEASE VISIT
www.bronsonhealth.com/volunteers AND COMPLETE ONLINE APPLICATION BY MAY 1, 2012. Gift shop-volunteers
assist in the gift shop. Duties include checking in, pricing and putting away stock, greeting and assisting customers. You
must be available for a minimum of one 3-4 hour shift per week and commit to a total of 30 hours. Participants may not
exceed 2 absences. Required orientation and training are provided. Hours: [9am-Noon] or [1-4 pm] Minimum age: 15
Teen Greeter and Escort PLEASE NOTE: TO SIGN UP FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY PLEASE VISIT
www.bronsonhealth.com/volunteers AND COMPLETE ONLINE APPLICATION BY MAY 1, 2012. Volunteers greet patient
and visitors, escort visitors within the department and to other areas of the building. You must be available for a minimum
of one 3-4 hour shift per week and commit to a total of 30 hours. Participants may not exceed 2 absences. Required
orientation and training are provided. Hours: M-F [9am-7pm]. Min. age: 15
Teen Clerical Assistant PLEASE NOTE: TO SIGN UP FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY PLEASE VISIT
www.bronsonhealth.com/volunteers AND COMPLETE ONLINE APPLICATION BY MAY 1, 2012. Volunteers file,
assemble and break down charts, copy forms, fax, shred, data entry of charges, stock supplies, run errands, tidy waiting
room and greet patients. Must volunteer a minimum of one 3-4 hr shift per week, commit to working a total of 30 hrs.
Participants may not exceed 2 absences. Required orientation and training are provided. Hours: [9-Noon] or [1-4 pm]
Minimum age: 15
Canine Safe Harbor
8171 W KL Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.caninesafeharbor.com
Housekeeping & Maintenance  Love dogs? Help us provide keep areas safe and clean by providing light
housekeeping duties and performing outdoor maintenance. Volunteers must have reliable transportation and be
committed to complete scheduled hours. Please note: this location is NOT on located on a bus line. Hours: Flexible times,
please call for more information. Minimum age: 16, or 15 with adult
Dog Walker  Love dogs? Help us provide exercise for our dogs by walking them, one at a time, on a 1/4 mile woodland
trail. Volunteers must be able to tolerate walking in changing and sometimes inclement weather. Volunteers must
participate in an orientation program before working with the dogs. Volunteers must have reliable transportation and be
committed to complete scheduled hours. Please note: this location is NOT on located on a bus line. Hours: Flexible times
3-5 hrs wk, Mon-Sun [9am until finished] or [5pm (during winter) or 6pm (during summer) until finished]. Minimum age: 16,
or younger with adult.
Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center
8450 N 43rd, Augusta
http://www.cheffcenter.org
Horse Leader Or Sidewalker  Sidewalk or lead horses, assist campers with craft projects and help them to learn about
horses and horse care. Help with grooming, tacking and caring for the horses. No experience required, training provided.
You must be able to walk in arena for a minimum of one-hour. Hours: Jun-Aug, Mon-Fri [9am-4pm], Sep-May Mon-Fri
[9am-8pm] Minimum age: 13
Barn Assistant  Volunteers are needed year-round to help barn manager with daily chores of horse farm, including
cleaning stalls and barn, and grooming and tacking horses. Hours: Mon-Fri [8am-7pm] Minimum age: 13
Clean Water for the World
3504 Madison St, Kalamazoo
http://www.cleanwaterfortheworld.org
Walk for Water Event  Every 15 seconds a child dies from waterborne disease. 4500 children die every day
because they do not have access to clean drinking water. Help us change that statistic! Volunteers needed to walk and
assist with this event. Various opportunities available for individuals and groups! Hours: Saturday, Mar 17, 2012 [1pm].
Location: Western Michigan University campus, Fountain at Miller Plaza. Min age: 14, or 5 with adult.
General Volunteers  Various volunteer positions available: outreach; partner development; office/clerical; water
purification unit assembly; volunteer coordination; computer technology assistant; grant-writing/research; fundraising;
water information specialist; media/video technology support; special projects; board members. Contact for more
information. Minimum age: 16
Communities in Schools of Kalamazoo
125 W Exchange Place, Kalamazoo
http://www.ciskalamazoo.org
Mentor Develop a relationship with a child to provide friendship, guidance and act as a role model. Meetings take place
in school setting. Hours: During and after school hours. Mon-Fri one hr/wk commitment during school day. Minimum age:
18, or 14 with adult
Friday Food Pack Program Workers  Assist the Site Coordinators at CIS elementary schools with packing and
distributing weekend food packs for students. Distribution may include walking to students' lockers. Reliability is extremely
important! Hours: Fri [noon-3pm]. Minimum age: 18, or 14 with adult
Tutor  Work with elementary, middle and high school students that need extra help to succeed in school and in 21st
Century After School programs. Strong need for math tutors, but all subjects accepted. Hours: Mon-Fri, must make a 1
hr/week commitment. Minimum age: 18, or 14 with adult consent.
Community Advocates for Parents & Students (CAPS) Academic Enhancement
Academic Tutor  Are you a teacher at heart? We need volunteers who can teach and motivate students in grades K12 to excel in English, reading, writing, and math. You may tutor students in one or more subject areas based upon your
skills and available time. Volunteers must be able to commit to volunteering a minimum of 90 minutes one day per week
for the entire academic year (Sept-May). Training and orientation are provided and a background check is required.
Hours: Tutors may schedule time to work with students on Tues or Thu from 4-5:30 pm and/or Saturdays from 10amnoon. Minimum age: 14
Community Advocates The Arc
814 S Westnedge, Kalamazoo
http://www.communityadvocates.org
Ribfest Volunteers  Volunteers are needed to work the Community Advocates Ribfest by volunteering in the
beverage tent, working the welcome gates, helping in the volunteer and information tent, or special activities or children's
tent. ; Hours: Aug 2-4, 2012 [10:30am-1:30am], various shifts available. Minimum age: 19 for the beverage tent, 16 for
most other jobs, 12 with adult for the children's activity tent.
Community Healing Centers
2615 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo
http://www.communityhealingcenter.org
Roof Sit Volunteers  Volunteers will greet people when they come to make a donation, collect money & make sure the
donor receives a receipt, take phone pledges & write receipts. More information and applications can be found online at
www.roofsit.com. Hours: May 17-18, 2012 [8am-9pm] 2 or 3 hr shifts; May 19, 2012 [8am-5pm] Minimum age: 16
Tips for Kids Volunteer  Volunteer groups are needed to pump gas and wash windshields for tips at local Shell gas
stations. More information and applications can be found online at www.roofsit.com. Hours: May 17-18, 2012 [8am-9pm] 2
or 3 hr shifts; May 19, 2012 [8am-5pm] Minimum age: 16, or 10 with adult
Landscape and Grounds Maintenance  Help us maintain our beautiful wooded grounds, Spring through Fall by
assisting with weeding, pruning, watering and general maintenance. (Mowing excluded.) This is a great individual or group
activity that may be scheduled at your convenience weekdays between [8am-8pm]. Minimum age: 18, or 14 with adult
Community Homeworks
808 S. Westnedge, Kalamazoo
http://www.communityhomeworks.org
Workshop Promoter  Community Homeworks is a new nonprofit which works to equip low income homeowners with
skills so that they are empowered to maintain home ownership. The organization hosts weekly home maintenance and
repair workshops for its clients, like Plumbing Systems, Weatherization, and Basic Lawn Mower Care. Volunteers are
needed to promote the workshops throughout Kalamazoo neighborhoods and local events. The volunteer would be
responsible for the following: - Be knowledgeable of Community Homeworks’ workshops and general information
- Distribute flyers throughout targeted neighborhoods through individual door knocking or group canvassing days - Attend
special community events to distribute materials The hours for this position are relatively flexible and based on the
individual’s availability to distribute flyers, community events, and scheduled group canvassing days. In general, the
volunteer should expect to contribute about 3 hours 2-3 times per month. All ages are welcome! Minimum age: 18, or 16
with adult
Workshop Assistant  Community Homeworks is a new nonprofit which works to equip low income homeowners with
skills so that they are empowered to maintain home ownership. The organization needs a Workshop Assistant to help with
weekly home maintenance and repair workshops such as Fall and Winter Maintenance, Basic Lawn Mower Care and
Plumbing Systems. The workshops currently occur every Tuesday from 6-9PM and have about 5-8 participants. The
volunteer will be responsible for the following: Arriving early for basic set up and leaving later for take down of the
workshop (each takes approximately 30 minutes); Copying handouts and participant outlines; Arranging handouts and
sign-up sheet; Arranging workshop props; Setting up PowerPoint; Collecting refreshments and setting them up; Setting up
prize drawing materials; Basic assistance with props and materials to the instructor and participants during the workshop.
This is an easy way to help out once a week or at the individual’s availability. Minimum age: 16
Group Workshop Promoters  Community Homeworks is a new nonprofit which works to equip low income
homeowners with skills so that they are empowered to maintain home ownership. The organization has weekly home
maintenance and repair workshops for its clients, like Plumbing Systems, Weatherization and Home Safety and Security.
Groups of volunteers are needed to promote these workshops throughout local Kalamazoo neighborhoods during
Saturdays for about 3 hours. The groups will be responsible for the following: - Be knowledgeable of Community
Homeworks’ workshops and general information - Attend a short briefing before dividing into teams - Distribute
flyers through targeted neighborhoods through door knocking This is an easy and effective way to become involved in the
development of Kalamazoo’s neighborhoods. The hours will be based on specific promotion days. All ages are welcome!
Minimum age: 18, or 16 with adult
Comstock Community Center
P. O. Box 34 6330 King Highway, Comstock
www.comstockcc.com
Beautification Volunteers  Assist older adults with leaf raking, bush trimming and general yard clean-up or various
outdoor Comstock park clean-up and maintenance projects. Projects are usually available in the spring through fall.
Volunteers should have the ability to do physical work. Projects are available for individuals, families or groups. Hours:
Adopt-a-Senior  Families, groups or businesses provide food and/or small gifts/necessities for senior citizens in need
during the holiday season. Help with delivery of gifts to families or bring donations to the center. Referrals for seniors
provided to the adopter in mid Nov-Dec. Minimum age: 16, or 10 with adult. Hours: Flexible
Adopt-A-Family Participants  Families, groups or businesses provide toys, clothing and/or food for an adopted, familyin-need during the holidays. Help with delivery of gifts to families or bring donations to the center. Referrals for families
provided to the adopter in mid Nov-Dec. Minimum age: 13. Hours: Flexible
Covenant Senior Day Program
7211 Oakland Dr, Portage
http://www.covenantsdp.org
Volunteer With Seniors  Assist program participants with activities that may include crafts, games, puzzles, cooking,
conversation, singing or playing an instrument. Volunteers must work well with adults experiencing memory loss.
Location: St. Michael Lutheran Church, Portage; Hours: Flexible times scheduled [7:30am-5pm] 2-4 hr shifts Minimum
age: 16
Crescendo Academy of Music
http://www.crescendoacademy.com
Various Volunteer Positions  A variety of volunteer opportunities exist through out the year working to support the
activities and special events of the Academy. Please call for current volunteer needs. Min age: 16
Department of Human Services
322 E Stockbridge Ave,
http://www.Mich.gov/dhs
Office Assistant  Volunteer will assist volunteer service program staff by performing light typing, filing, copying,
data input, telephone duties and mailing functions. Volunteer skills desired include: computer literacy, able to use a fax,
phone and general office equipment. Have adequate verbal, writing and math skills and good people skills. Hours:
Flexible Mon-Fri [8am-5pm] dependent on volunteer. Minimum age: 15
Dogs Deserve Better
PO Box 176, Oshtemo
http://www.dogsdeservebetter.org
Education Assistant Assist in educational events to help spread the word on the cruelty of chaining dogs by answering
questions and handing out information. Volunteers must be comfortable with speaking in public at educational events.
Volunteers should also be willing to memorize information pertaining to the cruelty of chaining dogs, and assist in setting
up and taking down tables and displays. Must be willing to attned training and follow the policies and procedures of the
organization. Volunteers must also fill out an application online at <a
href="http://dogsdeservebetter.org/volunteerform.html">www.dogsdeservebetter.org/volunteerform.html ;or call for an
application. Hours: Locations and times vary. If assistant is comfortable working independantly, he/she can set his/her
own times and locations. Minimum age: 18, or 14 with adult
Chain-Off Coordinator Dogs Deserve Better is looking for a coordinator for our annual Chain-Off Event in July 2012.
The purpose of this event is to bring awareness on the cruelty of chaining dogs. The secondary funciton is to raise money
through pledges. The chain off Coordinator will find a location for the event, supervise volunteers and assist in locating the
appropriate supplies. Volunteers will chain themselves to dog houses to bring awareness of the cruelty of chaining dogs. ;
Volunteer should be a self-starter with confidence, good communication and leadership skills. The Coordinator must
follow the project through from beginning to end. ; Hours: The Chain-Off Event is held around the 4th of July and can last
for one day or one week depending on the wishes of the coordinator and the number of volunteers. Minimum age: 18, or
16 with adult
Douglass Community Association
1000 W Patterson St, Kalamazoo
http://www.douglasscommunity.org
Program Volunteers  Volunteers are needed for a variety of tasks: <ul> Clerical duties Light maintenance
Tutoring Sports & recreation Food distribution One day special events (example: Christmas celebration) Other
events (posted on the <a href="http://www.douglasscommunity.org/" target="_blank">Douglass Community Associaion
website ) </ul> Volunteer skills or requirements: <ul> Ability to establish rapport with teens and children Basic
computer knowledge Ability to follow instructions of a lesson plan Ability to work independantly </ul> Hours: <ul>
Mon-Fri [4-8pm] 3rd Wednesday of every month [11am-3pm] Weekdays [10am-5pm] (clerical tasks) Special events as
needed/available </ul> Min age: 16
Downtown Kalamazoo, Inc
http://www.downtownkalamazoo.org/
Kalamazoo Holiday Parade Volunteers  The Kalamazoo Holiday Parade has an outstanding 50 year tradition in
the Kalamazoo community. Without the participation of our community organizations and volunteers like you, the parade
could not go on! Volunteers needed to help with parade line-up volunteers, helium balloon fill-in carriers, gate attendant,
after parade day activities downtown and food drive collection. Volunteers bring smiles, fun and community holiday spirit
to the parade! Hours: Sat, Nov 10, 2012 [9am-2pm] various shifts available. Call 269-388-2830 for more information.
Location: Downtown Kalamazoo, 300 East Lovell Street. Min age: 16, or 13 with adult.
Safe Halloween  Safe Halloween is a safe daytime alternative to trick-or-treating for Kalamazoo community
children and inner-city youth. This is a one day, afternoon event in downtown Kalamazoo. Volunteers are needed to assist
with costume registration, arts & crafts, candy distribution and greeting. Duties vary from greeting children as they register
their costumes, helping with different hands-on activities, filling bowls and monitoring candy distribution, and greeting
families as they arrive to the event. Volunteers receive free beverages, a hearty thank you, and the satisfaction of helping
host an event for our communities' children. Hours: Oct 27, 2012; [10:00am-1:30pm], various shifts. Minimum age: 16, or
13 with adult.
Eastside Neighborhood Association
1301 E Main St, Kalamazoo
http://kena.web.officelive.com/default.aspx
IT Network Tech  Assist the organization with setting up a sustainable computer lab to serve our residetns and the
youth that participate in our Eastside Youth Lounge program. Activities include networking of computer lab computers, as
well as office staff computers, troubleshooting and making recommendations to the Executive Director on software
updgrades. ; Networking of computers experience is a must. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to either
gain experience in this field, or expan one's resume. ; Hours: Flexible. Volunteer can make arrangements to work either
day or evening, Mon-Fri, coming in as needed or once every other week. Minimum age: 16
Events Assistant  Help organize and implement special events: National Night Out, Volunteer Recognition events,
Back-to-School picnic, Holiday Open House, and Senior Tea Times. ; Must be organized, good with diverse groups of
people, good planning and communication skills, ability to plan and implement ideas, and the ability to present plan and
updates in written format. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age 16
Edison Neighborhood Association
816 Washington Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.edisonneighborhood.com/
Reception and Clerical Aide  General office work including organizing, cleaning files, and greeting visitors. Hours:
Flexible between [9am-5 pm]. Minimum age: 16
Fair Food Matters
323 N Burdick St, Kalamazoo
http://www.fairfoodmatters.org
Douglass Farmers' Market Volunteers Help plan and run the Douglass Farmers' Market in 2012! Serve on the planning
committee or help the market run smoothly between May and October. We are especially looking for youth and
community members who live near the market. An interest in local food is preferred, but all experience levels are
welcome. Must enjoy working with people and spending time outside during the summer. Hours: Flexible scheduling Jan Oct, prefer 1-4 hrs/wk. Minimum age: 15, or 10 with adult
Future Chefs  Assistant to the Chef Instructor. Volunteers should be enthusiastic to work with youth ages 12-18, be
interested in food, food security, healthy eating, sustainability, local food or some area related to these. Must also be
willing to visit farms, restaurants and go on other various field trips. Skills in engaging youth and helping to keep them on
task in the kitchen are important. Must be prompt, reliable and patient and willing to participate in cooking programs.
Hours: [9am-3pm] during summer classes. Minimum age: 16
Fair Food Matters Garden Assistants  Come help with organic gardening activities including planting, weeding,
harvesting, and composting. An interest in gardening is preferred, but all experience levels are welcome. Must enjoy
working with people, getting your hands dirty, and spending time outside during the summer. Location: We have two
educational gardens: Woodward Elementary and near North Westnedge and Dunkley in Kalamazoo. Hours: Flexible
scheduling May-Sept, prefer 2-6 hrs/wk, some evening and weekend opportunities available. Min age: 12, or 5 with adult
Family & Children Services
1608 Lake St, Kalamazoo
http://www.fcsource.org
Personal Care Items Drive Collect much needed personal care items that client families are unable to purchase with
food stamps: shampoos, conditioners, body wash and soaps, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, toilet paper etc.
Family size items needed more than travel size items. Agency can provide signage for drive.
Minimum age: 14
Non-Perishable Food Items Drive Collect non-perishable food items for distribution to families in need. Agency can
provide signage for drive. Hours: Flexible, year-round.
Minimum age: 14
Household Cleaning Items Drive Collect dish and laundry soap, paper towels, household cleansers, dishes, silverware,
towels and pots and pans for homeless families. Agency can provide signage for drive.
Minimum age: 14
First Day Shoe Fund
www.firstdayshoefund.org
Shoe Distribution Volunteer  Help children (K-2) to select and try on new shoes for start of the school year. Help
prep & sort shoes and clerical duties as needed. Volunteers must have an ability to work with children, have patience and
be friendly. Locations: TBD. Hours: Flexible, late July-early Aug, various shifts. Minimum age: 14, or younger with adult
Youth Board Member  Gain valuable leadership experience while volunteering for an organization that helps
children! The First Day Shoe Fund is looking for students interested in serving on the Youth Board for the organization.
Duties will include attending meetings, participating in discussion and planning, and volunteering for the First Day Shoe
Fund shoe distribution held every year. Hours: Vary. Minimum age: 14, students only
Friendship Village
1400 N Drake, Kalamazoo
http://www.friendshipvillagemi.com
Art Class Assistant Do you have a passion for creating beautiful things? Do you enjoy helping others learn to be
inventive and "crafty?" Would you like to have access to art supplies and equipment? You can accomplish all of this by
assisting in our weekly art class! Purpose: Assist art instructor or activity director with weekly art class. ; Major
responsibilities: Help residents understand what the instructor is teaching Aid residents in completing their projects, if
needed. Qualifications: Knowledge of art genres; Ability to effectively assist others; Patience </ol> Benefits: <ol>
Enrich the lives of seniors by helping them create works of art; ; Build relationships with vibrant and interesting seniors;
Potential access to equipment such as pottery wheel, kiln, etc. Hours: One hr/wk. Days and times vary. Need for job
fluctuates. Contact Volunteer Coordinator for more information. Minimum age: 18, or 12 with adult
Resident Companion Volunteer Are you a compassionate, caring person? Do you enjoy talking with seniors? How about
playing a game or taking a relaxing walk? Our seniors would love to enjoy one of these activities with you! Purpose:
Develop a relationship with a specific resident and visit regularly. The visit may include taking a walk, reading to the
resident, working a puzzle, attending a scheduled activity in the Village, playing cards, etc. Volunteers must be personable
- be kind, friendly and desirous of improving a seniors' quality of life; have good communication skills; be a good listener;
comfortable reading to another person, and be consistent and dependable. Hours: Visits are scheduled through the
Volunteer Office and in conjunction with resident and their care staff. Minimum of 1 hour per week. Minimum age: 15, or 5
with adult.
Holiday Decorator  Do you love decorating for the holidays? How would you like to decorate the dining area at our
senior living community? We'll provide the decor; you provide the energy & creativity! Volunteers should be creative and
have the willingness to hear/incorporate dining room management's ideas, be able to bend, lift & climb a ladder if
necessary. Hours: Approx 3 hrs some time during the last week of November and 3 hrs during the second week of
January to take down and pack away decorations. Due to Dining Room hours, the work must be done in the morning.
Photo Manager  Are you a scrapbooker? Do you enjoy creating interesting photo boards? If so, I would LOVE to
have your help!! Help to keep photo board and resident albums up to date and create a volunteer photo album by
cropping pictures, creating labels and posting pictures. Other responsibilities include transferring pictures removed from
photo board into albums and creating a volunteer photo album. Volunteers should be creative, organized, and have basic
photography knowledge. What are some of the benefits? Use your creativity without making a mess at home, have
access to supplies and make residents smile when they see your creation reflecting their image. Hours: Approximately 2
hrs/mo. Days and times are flexible. Minimum age: 16, or 8 with adult
Special Events Volunteer  Do you feel like a kid in a candy store when you drive a golf cart? Do you like to see
fancy treats and try to figure out how to make them yourself? Volunteering at a Special Event is always interesting
because they're always different! Expose yourself to the possibilities of great music, food, and fun by volunteering at a
Friendship Village special event! Responsibilities vary, but can include Golf Cart driver, server or valet parking. Volunteers
must be flexible have good inter-personal skills and be able to interact with residents and guests in a respectful and
pleasant manner. Volunteer drivers must have a valid Michigan driver's license (valets must have no points) and be able
to drive cars with both automatic and manual transmissions. Hours: Vary depending on the occasion and can take place
day or evening, most last 2-4 hrs. Minimum age: 16, or 14 with adult
Pianist  Do you like good old-fashioned hymns? Do you enjoy playing piano and hearing people sing along? Do you
only have any hour or son on weekends to volunteer your time? If so, this opportunity is for you! Provide accompaniment
for weekly Vespers service by working alongside Chaplain to choose weekly hyms and accompany congregants during
services. Volunteers should have the ability to play hymns with congregants singing along and be able to work with
Chaplain on a weekly basis (phone call is fine). Hours: Sun [3-4pm] Minimum age: 14
Outing Escort  Would you like to share a fun day with a surrogate grandparent? Do you enjoy things like butterfly
gardens, elk farms, and trips to Plainwell Ice Cream? Would you like to help those who can't drive anymore enjoy these
things as well? Volunteers are needed to provide assistance to a physically challenged or mentally confused resident so
they can participate in group outings by assisting one or two residents on an outing or day trip. Help them get around
safely and make sure all residents stay together. Volunteers must have attentiveness and patience. Hours: Half or full
day, depending on the trip. Volunteers are scheduled as needs arise. Minimum age: 17
Transport Volunteer  Have you ever been told that you could talk a mouse into a mousetrap or been accused of
being a "sweet talker?" We would love for you to use your power of persuasion to encourage residents to get in a
wheelchair and be taken to their appointments! (Some do great; others need a little push - pun intended.) Volunteers are
needed to aid Health Center and Woodside staff in moving residents around the building by transporting wheelchairbound residents to their appointments or events safely and on time. Volunteer must be organized and have the ability to
follow an appointment schedule. Should also have the ability to positively interact with residents and staff and the ability to
persuade resident(s) to places they may not want to go at a given time (i.e. Beauty Shop, P.T. appointments, etc.).
Hours: Consistent need on Tue, otherwise as needed for special events or programs. Minimum age: 16, or 14 with adult
Village Store Volunteer  Soda, soap, and stationary... cards, cashews, and coffee cups... mints, milk, and muffins...
Would you like to help stock and organize a variety of items in our Village Store? Would you like to work alongside and
get to know intriguing seniors? This could be the opportunity for you! Provide help to the Village Store Manager by
unloading product carts, organizing and pricing items, stocking shelves and assisting volunteer residents in serving
customers (on occasion). Volunteers should have the ability to bend and lift up to 30 lbs and have the willingness to
learn/take instruction. Hours: Tue morning. Minimum age: 16, or 14 with adult
Database Maintenance Volunteer  Are you a details person? Do you like organizing information on your computer?
How about working independently with little noise or interruption? If so, this is the opportunity for you! Our Director of Plant
Operations needs someone to maintain his materials database and possible order supplies for apartment refurbishing.
Purpose: Maintain materials database for Director of Plant Operations. Major responsibilities include entering information
regarding incoming materials, entering information regarding materials used in each refurbished unit and investigating
pricing and possibly ordering supplies. Volunteers should be extremely detain-oriented and able to consistently work one
half-day per week. Hours: One half-day per week to be determined by volunteer and Director of Plant Operations. Ongoing opportunity. Minimum age: 18, or 16 with adult.
Grounds Maintenance Volunteer  Do you love the Michigan outdoors? Do you enjoy working with your hands?
You can do both while creating a safe, clean, aesthetically pleasing outdoor space for seniors! Maintain and/or upgrade
building and grounds by painting outdoor spaces such as curbs or garages, weeding flowerbeds, or cleaning
up/maintaining grounds and Village Woods. Volunteers must have the ability to lift up to 50lbs and the willingness to
learn/take instruction. Hours: Apr-Oct as needed. Days and times are flexible and can be coordinated with Grounds
Superintendent. Minimum age: 15, or 12 with adult
Gardener  Would you like to enjoy the beautiful Michigan outdoors while helping provide a healthy food source for
seniors? How about gaining new friendships with interesting, knowledgeable seniors? Maybe you like playing in the dirt,
or perhaps you have agriculture knowledge. Put your love for the earth to good use! Assist residents and/or Food &
Beverage staff in the Friendship Village Garden by planting, nurturing, weeding, and harvesting produce and herbs for use
in preparing fresh meals for residents. Volunteers also assist residents with their section of the garden with by performing
similar tasks as noted. Volunteers should have basic knowledge of plants vs. weeds, have the ability to bend and be able
to lift up to 20 lbs. Hours/Dates: Seasonal. Days and times vary and can be determined by volunteer and F&B staff and/or
resident. Contact for more information. Minimum age: 15, or 8 with adult
Activities Assistant  Do you enjoy baking, creating simple art or dancing? How about listening to music or
celebrating special events? Would you like to help a senior enjoy an activity like this? If you enjoy seniors and you like to
stay busy, this won't even feel like a job to you! Purpose: Provide assistance to staff in getting residents to, and helping
them be involved in, group activities. Major responsibilities: <ol> Help residents get to their respective activities area;
Assist one or two residents with a group activity such as a craft, cooking, etc. </ol> Qualifications <ol> Attentiveness;
Patient, kind demeanor; Assertiveness is helpful. </ol> Benefits include a fulfillment of helping a senior take pleaseure
in simple activities, camaraderie - taking part in activities alongside those you're serving and getting to know remarkable
seniors! Hours: Mon-Fri [9:30-4pm]; activities & times vary, call for more information 2-hr blocks minimum. Minimum
age: 15, or 5 with adult
Galesburg Memorial Library
188 E Michigan Ave, Galesburg
http://www.galesburgmemoriallibrary.org
Library Assistants  Work with librarians to maintain library. Tasks may include shelving books, processing library
material and other daily jobs at the library. Experienced volunteers assist with the check-in and check-out of materials.
Hours: Tue, Wed [10:30-6:30 pm]; Thu, Fri [10:30-4:30]; Sat [10 am-2 pm] Minimum age: 13
GFM Enrichment Center
5805 Oakland Dr, Portage
http://www.gfmenrichment.com/
Office Aide  A volunteer is needed to copy, collate materials, and perform basic office functions. Should have
basic clerical aptitude and computer skills. Hours: Flexible 10 hrs/wk. Minimum age: 14
Goodwill Industries of Southwestern Michigan
420 E Alcott St, Kalamazoo
http://www.goodwillswmi.org
Volunteer Donation Attendant/Store Assistant  Volunteers have the opportunity to work with a variety of
individuals. It is expected you will maintain the confidentiality of the individuals you work with in this facility. Primary
responsibility of the Donation Attendant volunteer is to assist in moving material into, through and out of the building as
directed. Specific duties may include: 1. Unpack store shipments and place in appropriate locations. 2. Mark down dated
merchandise per plan. 3. Clean, dust merchandise and display fixtures. 4. Follow all safety rules and regulations.
Volunteers must be physically able to perform assigned tasks, lift up to 15 lbs. and write accurately and legibly. Hours:
Flexible Min age: 16
Shopgoodwill.com Volunteer  Volunteer will package items sold online, process shipping labels for packages
using UPS Worldship or USPS software, sort goods to be listed on Shopgoodwill.com, help to maintain department goals,
general light cleaning of items. Volunteers should have basic computer knowledge, be adaptable to new tasks, be self
motivated and able to work independently, able to lift 20 pounds or more, must be detailed, organized and timely with
work and have the ability to understand, accept and work with people who have disabilities and/or barriers to employment.
Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 16
Clerical Volunteer  Volunteers will have the opportunity to work with a variety of individuals and maintaining
confidentiality of the individuals you work with in this facility is required. Responsibilities include assisting in the
performance of clerical related activities. Specific duties may include: Producing documents using a computer and/or
typewriter, filing, record keeping, producing copies using the copy machine and assembling information. Skills needed:
keyboarding, filing, communication skills, following directions -- verbal or written. Hours: Flexible schedule coordinated
with volunteers. Minimum age: 16
Greater Kalamazoo Area Holiday Food Drive
http://www.kalamazooholidayfooddrive.org
Holiday Food Drive Workers  Volunteers are needed to assist with the Food Drive that will be Fri, Dec 14 and
Sat, Dec 15, 2012; Volunteers will sort and count the donated food items on Fri from 6-8pm; Sat, volunteers will pack the
boxes beginning at 9:30am with deliveries beginning at 10:30am. To volunteer, just go to the Kalamazoo County
fairgrounds the day of the event (2900 Lake Street) at the times listed above. ; Food drive held in the Hazel Gray Building.
;Minimum age: 18 (or younger with adult supervision).
Greater Kalamazoo Girls on the Run
157 S Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo
http://www.girlsontherunkazoo.org
Hot Chocolate 5K Benefiting Girls On Track Event Day We are looking for volunteers for our Hot Chocolate 5k
Benefiting Girls on Track. This year's event will be held on Saturday, December 1 at 9:30 am at Linden Grove Middle
School. Opportunities include manning water stations along the 5k route, course set-up and tear down, site set-up and
tear down, directing participants on the course, assisting with parking and food distribution. Volunteers can register on our
www.girlsontherunkazoo.org and indicate their preferred position. All volunteers are required to submit a background
check authorization which must be completed prior to the day of the event. Hours: Event day [6am-1pm]. Minimum age:
15 or 13 with adult.
Supply Sorting and Organization  Specific duties include counting and sorting team supplies for Girls on the Run
participants-including pieces to lesson plans, first aid kits, cones, pens, pencils, crayons, paper, jump ropes, batons and
much more. ; Attention to detail, accuracy and excellent organization skills are very important. ; Hours: Flexible, Tue/Thu. ;
Heartland Hospice Portage
8075 Creekside Dr S-120, Portage
http://www.hcr-manorcare.com/HeartlandHospice/Kalamazoo.aspx
Administrative Volunteer  Provide administrative office support such as filing, answering phones, greeting guests
and making copies. Hours: Flexible, 1-2 hrs/wk. Minimum Age: 16
Heritage Community of Kalamazoo
2300 Portage St, Kalamazoo
http://www.heritagecommunity.com
Drum For Fun Volunteer Volunteers who participate in the Drum For Fun program will aid both staff and residents in this
musical program designed to stimulate physical fitness and enjoyment through movement and music. Volunteers will be
expected to participate in drumming and help residents with drumming as required. Must have lots of spirit and high
energy; enjoy music and working with seniors. Hours: One hr/wk (contact for specific day/time). Minimum age: 16.
Art Class Assistant Assist residents and life enrichment staff during art activities. Have fun reminiscing in the process.
The Art Class Assistant role is to build relationships with the residents in order to share creativity and facilitate the
residents' experience in the art classes run at HCK. Hours: Monday afternoons, 1 hr/week. Minimum age: 16
Wii Are Friends  Wii Are Friends volunteers instruct residents on how to play various games on the Wii gaming
system. This gaming system is utilized to encourage movement and simulate activities that residents used to participate
in, while providing one-on-one social interactions. Great training for students of occupational therapy or exercise science.
Hours: 30-45 minutes, 1-2 times per week Minimum age: 16
Walk With Me Companion  The Walk With Me Companion is a vital resource to many HCK residents, enabling them
to continue being mobile and independent within our community. Walk With Me Companions are responsible to oversee
and encourage residents in regular walks, which are important for ensuring that our residents retain their current level of
physical wellness. They will engage resident in conversation while walking. They will also keep track of how well the
person is doing and report to the life enrichment staff. Hours: Flexible, on as regular of intervals as possible.
Minimum age: 16
Spirit Engager  The Spirit Engager will be responsible to help staff facilitate day-to-day resident interactions. This will
include, but not be limited to, helping staff to facilitate: playing cards with residents, helping with various physical activities
like bowling, playing music for residents, and aiding staff with mentally stimulating activities like puzzles. Hours: Sat [12pm]; other days also available as necessary Minimum age: 16
Special Occasions Companion  The Special Occasions Companion is responsible to aid staff in the facilitation of
various special activities including, but not limited to: holiday parties and events, birthday celebrations, family days, and
music events. The Special Occasions Companion will provide critical support to staff in both the planning and
implementation of these events, while also aiding staff with residents during these events. Hours: Vary according to
event. Minimum age: 16
Seasonal Decor Assistant  Heritage Community of Kalamazoo welcomes all seasons with a variety of seasonal
decor to stimulate our residents' sensory experiences and give them the opportunity to reminisce and embrace the
seasons. Our Seasonal Decor Assistants are vital to that process, aiding the various facilities in decorating for various
holidays and events throughout the year. This position requires that the volunteer hang decorations on walls, ceilings,
windows and doors as well as set out decorations throughout the facility. Hours: 2 or more hours per month, depending
on special events and holidays. Minimum age: 16
Reading Companion  Reading Companions provide residents with the opportunity to listen to a variety of written
work, that they may otherwise have difficulty accessing. Our Reading Companions provide companionship to residents
while also providing mental stimulation through the reading and subsequent discussion of written works. Hours: Minimum
1 hr/wk Minimum age: 16
Dance With Me Instructor  The Dance With Me Instructor has the unique responsibility of stimulating residents'
senses through dance, specifically utilizing safe dancing methods for all levels of mobility (keeping in mind that many
residents are confined to wheelchairs). The Dance With Me Instructor is specifically required to coordinate and lead
dances that use music from the residents' era, and can be performed by residents, regardless of their physical capability.
Must have dance background, and be able to adapt dance so that it can be done safely in a group of physical and
cognitive ability levels. Hours: 2-4 hours/month. Minimum age: 16
Best Friend Companion  The Best Friend Companion encompasses all of the values of Heritage Community of
Kalamazoo. This volunteer develops a special, one-to-one relationship with a resident who is beginning to experience
some forgetfulness. The Best Friend Companion helps the resident compensate in the early stages of memory loss by
assisting the resident with such tasks as making shopping lists, visiting with the resident and talking to encourage
reminiscing and continued memory function, and helps the resident remember daily activities within the facility. Hours:
Minimum of 1-2 hrs/wk, with more available upon request. Minimum age: 16
Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan
222 N Kalamazoo Mall Ste 100, Kalamazoo
http://www.hospiceswmi.org
Project Assistant Summer only; Help create flyers, invitations and programs for community events or staff recognition
events. Assemble folders and programs, and assist with mailings. Computer knowledge desirable. Hours: Summer only,
4-8 hrs per wk. Flexible times Mon-Fri [8am-5pm] Min. age: 16
Hospital Hospitality House of Southwest Michigan
527 W South St, Kalamazoo
http://www.hhhkz.org
Volunteen Coordinator  Summer only; Working closely with the supervisor you will oversee the tasks of younger
VolunTEENs at the Hospital Hospitality House and help teach and monitor all aspects of jobs. Hours: [9-11 am] Minimum
age: 16
House Aide  Summer only; VolunTEENS will work at the Hospital Hospitality House helping with household chores,
simple gardening, and general office work including annual reorganization of files. Hours: Mon-Fri mornings. Minimum
age: 12
Thanksgiving Dinner Preparation  We'll be serving Thanksgiving dinner for our guests who are away from home in
support of a hospitalized loved one. We need helpers to prepare and serve Thanksgiving dinner. Flexibility is needed. ;
Minimum age 13, or 10 with adult.
Housing Resources, Inc
420 E Alcott St Ste. 200, Kalamazoo
http://www.housingresourcesinc.org
Walk For The Homeless Event Helpers  Groups & individuals help with preparation & day-of activities surrounding
annual fundraising event in March. Activities vary and may include clerical preparation for day of event projects.
Volunteers need to be friendly, dependable, and able to be outdoors in cold weather for a few hours. Location: HRI
Eleanor House Shelter, 522 Eleanor St. Hours: Mar 24, 2012; 2 hr shifts during [6am-end of walk] Minimum age: 10 with
adult
Clerical/Office Support Volunteer  This exciting opportunity will have the right volunteer inspired to organize files and
documents, setup new work files, box up old work files and generally perform the many important, but simple, office tasks.
Great office experience for the volunteer interested in improving or developing skills within an office environment! Hours:
Generally flexible - could be 1-2 hrs/wk or month, but must occur during Mon-Fri [8:30-5:00]. Minimum age: 16
Halloween Party  2-4 volunteers needed to help with preparing and serving snacks, socializing with residents
and after party clean-up. Location is either 2024 Sunnyside Dr, Kalamazoo, 49048 or 345 N Burdick, Kalamazoo, 49007
Hours: Held annually around Halloween, call for more information. Minimum age: 10 with adult
Christmas Gift Wrapping  Volunteers needed to help wrap holiday gifts for residents. Hours: Held annually in early
December. Flexible 2-3 hour shifts, day or evening. Call for more information. Minimum age: 10, with adult
Hot Breakfast Providers Small groups work together to provide, prepare and serve hot breakfast for residents at the
Rickman House. Skills required include cooking/serving food and interacting in a positive and appropriate way with
residents. Great for church groups, youth groups as long as adults are present. Minimum age 13 with adult supervision.
7am-10am on any Saturday or Sunday or weekday. Min age: 13
Bottle Return Volunteer Volunteers needed to pick up bottles & cans at 9th Street Postal Distribution Center in
Oshtemo, redeem, and send receipts to HRI. Money from receipts used to buy groceries for homeless families. Perfect for
youth groups or families. Volunteers must have the ability to perform task independently and reliably each week and own
transportation. Hours: Flexible, weekly [7am-3:30pm]. Minimum age: 10 with adult
Thanksgiving Dinner  Assistance is needed the day before Thanksgiving and on Thanksgiving Day. Volunteers
are needed to help prepare food, set up and serve meal, clean up etc. Hours: Thanksgiving Day and the day before
Thanksgiving, [9-11am] or [11:30am-2pm] Minimum age: 10 with adult
Rickman House Christmas Tree Decorating  Help with decorating the Christmas tree, socializing with residents
and after party clean-up. Hours: Held annually in early December, call for more information. Minimum age:10 if
accompanied by an adult.
Rickman House Christmas  Volunteers needed to help prepare food and decorate for the party [9-11am]; 2-3
volunteers needed to help Santa hand out gifts, serve cookies and punch and help with clean-up. Hours: Mid-December
annually, various shifts available. Call for more information. Minimum age: 10, with adult
Rickman House Christmas Music/Cookie Party  Help with preparing and serving cookies, singing carols and
socializing with residents and after-party clean-up. Hours: Held annually in early December, call for more information.
Minimum age: 10 with adult
Innervisions Inc
7119 Starbrook, Portage
http://www.innervisionsinc.net
Social Media Coordinator  Social media coordinator to assist in creating a format to use to market my events by
utilizing: blogging, Constant Contact, website, twitter accounts. ; Volunteer should be able to conduct research, have
excellent communication skills and be tech savvy. ; Will train a willing person. Hours: Flexible, would prefer at least one
hour mid-week (Tue-Thu) meeting plus 4-8 hours of work/week. ; Some work can be completed out of office, if preferred.
Minimum age: 16
Irving S Gilmore International Keyboard Festival
359 S Kalamazoo Mall S-101, Kalamazoo
http://www.thegilmore.com
Gilmore Festival Volunteer Volunteers needed for a variety of Gilmore Festival opportunities, such as: Transportation
Hospitality for artists Refreshments for audience Office assistants (phones and mailings) Merchandising at concerts
Concert Usher Reception assistance (serving and hosting) Gilmore for Kids. Volunteers must be punctual, have a good
driving record and be flexible. Hours: Festival runs Apr 26-May 12, 2012; Various shifts available Minimum age: 18, or
14 with adult
Kalamazoo Area Runners
PO Box 393, Portage
http://www.kalamazooarearunners.org
Kal-Haven Trail Run  Help us with a variety of race-related volunteer tasks, such as aid stations, registration and sag
(picking up relay participants at the back of the race.) Hours: March 24, 2012 [7am-3pm], various shifts. Location: Race
begins at the Kal-Haven Trailhead on 10th Street; volunteers may be assigned to other locations on the trail between here
and South Haven, depending upon volunteer job. ; Minimum age: 15 Visit www.kalamazooarearunners.com to learn
more and to sign-up to volunteer.
Hydration Assistant Kalamazoo Area Runners and Gazelle Sports partner together to offer half-marathon and marathon
training during the summer and fall months. We hold supported training runs on Saturday mornings, setting up
hydration/aid stations along the course. We are looking for volunteers to staff the hydration/aid stations. The stations will
be set up by a Gazelle Sports employee. The volunteers just need to show up and assist in filling cups of water for
runners. We ask that volunteers fill cups of water, greet runners, and encourage them on their training runs. Hours:
Generally 7am -11am Saturday mornings (time varies depending on the length of the training run). Training runs occur
June - October. Volunteers can sign up for one Saturday or more. Min age: 16
Kids' Klassic/Kalamazoo Klassic  Help out at the Kids' Klassic or the Kalamazoo Klassic races, which benefit
MRC Industries . Volunteers needed for a variety of tasks including course marshals, registration, refreshments, finish
line, awards, step up and tear down. Location: Maple Street YMCA, Kalamazoo. Hours: June 15th(Kids' Klassic) and
16th(Kalamazoo Klassic), various shifts available. Minimum age: 18, or 12 with adult. Visit
www.kalamazooarearunners.com for more information or to sign-up.
Run Through the Lights  Join Gazelle Sports and Kalamazoo Area Runners for a festive run through the holiday
lights of downtown Kalamazoo. Run Through the Lights is an untimed, non-competitive, 5K fun run and everyone is
invited. The event will be held at Gazelle Sports ;Kalamazoo and donations of canned food items will be donated to
Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes. Help us with a variety of race-related volunteer tasks, especially as course marshals,
refreshments, setup and tear down. More than 25 volunteers are needed to act as course marshals and provide direction
on the course. Bring some noisemakers, good cheer and dress in festive attire for this fun volunteer opportunity!
Location: Downtown Kalamazoo. Hours: Dec 1 [5:30-8pm], various shifts. Minimum age: 18, or 10 with adult. ; Visit the
rttl.wordpress.com for more information or to sign-up.
Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot Time Prediction 5K Run  The Turkey Trot benefits the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission
and a local charity benefiting Portage residents in need. Help us with a variety of race-related volunteer tasks, such as
set-up activities, checking in runners, working the event itself and event tear down. Location: Portage West Middle School
cross country course. Hours: November 24 [7am-11am] Setup: 7-7:30am Registration: 7:30-9am During race: 8:45-last
runner finishes Event tear down: 10:30-11am Minimum age: 18, or 14 with adult. Visit www.kalamazooarearunners.com
for more information or to sign-up.
Kalamazoo Ballet
431 E South St, Kalamazoo
http://www.bullardschool.com
Seamstress  Are you a talented seamstress with time to give? Individuals with varying levels of expertise are
needed to sew for a variety of ballet performances. Sewing must be done on location and volunteers will be called as
needed. For information please call 343-3027, and leave your name and phone number if there is no answer. Hours: To
be arranged. Call for more information. Minimum age: 16
Painter  Painters are needed to paint walls, windows and floors and assist with performance preparation sets.
Volunteers must have some painting experience and be willing to assist with clean up. Hours: To be arranged. For more
information please call 343-3027 and leave your name and phone number if there is no answer. Minimum age: 16
Cleaning Volunteer  Volunteer needed for light cleaning. Minimum age: 16
Kalamazoo Collective Housing
2101 Wilbur St, Kalamazoo
http://www.kalamazoo.coop
Cooperative Development Volunteers Kalamazoo Collective Housing has varying volunteer opportunities at varying
times. We have ongoing opportunities around the following areas: marketing, gardening, grant writing, home construction
and renovation, event planning, board training and hosting skill-sharing workshops for the Kalamazoo community. Check
our website at www.kzoocoop.org or email us for the most updated information. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 16
Minimum age: 16
Newsletter and Website Editor  This volunteer position will support Kalamazoo Collective Housing's monthly
newsletter. Graphic design skills, and layout experience is preferred, although anyone with a willingness to learn could be
successful in this role. The volunteer will layout monthly content for the KCH newsletter and send it out to over 400
community members. Occasional website updates will also be required in this 10 hr/mo volunteer commitment. Hours: 10
hrs/mo. Volunteer will self-schedule hours at a time convenient for them, hours are flexible. Minimum age: 17
Kalamazoo County Poverty Reduction Initiative
1140 Wellborn Hall WMU 1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.haltpoverty.org
Kit Assembler  Join our team by helping reassemble the workshop kit supplies and resources we use in our Poverty
Simulation Workshops. This is a vital part of our ability to educate the community on the realities of poverty and inspire
action toward change! Volunteers will need to have good organizational skills, ability to follow written directions and ability
to work alone or as part of a group. Hours: Flexible, can be up to 10 hours/week, if needed. Scheduled between the hours
of [9am-5pm], Mon-Fri. Minimum age: 16, or 13 with adult
Poverty Simulation Workshop Staff  Help to educate the community about poverty through interactive role
playing. Each staffer is assigned a role with specific instructions which help to give workshop participants a meaningful
and impactful active learning experience. The staffers are a vital part of our goal to educate the community about the
realities of poverty and inspire action toward change! Skills required: Volunteers must be reliable, punctual and have the
ability to follow directions. Volunteers must also be able to have fun and be creative! Hours: Time commitment is 3
hours/workshop. Workshops generally occur during business hours with occasional evening occurrences. Scheduling is
done by event. Call or visit website for upcoming workshop dates. Minimum age: 16.
Project Connect Volunteers  Volunteers are needed to fill various positions during "Project Connect", a day offering
free services to many low-income and homeless individuals and families in Kalamazoo County. Services will be brought to
a single location on a single day so that community members do not have to go from place to place to receive services
such as hair cuts, legal advice, medical tests, GED class enrollment, housing services, resume review, job bank sign-up
and much more. Volunteers are needed to help with client registration, act as booth guides, answer questions, and
converse with clients as well as help with the food service area and distribution. Location: Kalamazoo County Expo Center
and Fairgrounds, 2900 Lake St, Kalamazoo, 49048. Hours: This event is held on the second week of the month each
November and May on a Wednesday. Min age: 18, or 16 with adult
Kalamazoo County Substance Abuse Task Force, at Prevention Works, Inc.
611 Whitcomb, Suite A, Kalamazoo
http://kzootaskforce.com
Task Force Volunteer The Kalamazoo County Substance Abuse Task Force is a dedicated group of community
members that develop strategies, programs, and practices to address alcohol and substance abuse issues in our
community. There are many ways, with a variety of commitment levels, at which volunteers can be involved in the Task
Force. Volunteers can help develop and promote awareness campaigns, and/or advocacy work to create policies and
practices that prevent substance abuse issues. They can also work a one-time event, and/or help out behind the scenes
doing administrative type tasks. There is something for everyone and each contribution helps to fulfill the Task Force
mission in our community. Hours: Vary Minimum age: 18, or 12 with adult
Kalamazoo County, Michigan Cemeteries on the Web
http://www.rootsweb.com/~mikccem/
Photography, Transcribing or Proofing  Photographers are needed to travel to Kalamazoo County cemeteries and
photograph grave markers using a digital camera, transcribe from photographs or to walk cemeteries to proof our already
transcribed cemeteries. The project is designed to provide historical data for people seeking information about their
ancestors and family history. This is a great way to use your photography skills to help others. We post our information on
the internet free to anyone interested. Hours: Anytime, during daylight hours. Minimum age 17
Kalamazoo Deacons Conference
1010 N Westnedge, Kalamazoo
http://www.kazoodc.org
Summer Gathering Event Volunteers  Help with various activities for our end of school Summer Gathering
event, held annually in June at LaCrone Park. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 16, or 13 with adult.
Janitor  Volunteer will do general cleaning, mop, wash windows, clean bathrooms, vacuum etc. Hours: Flexible
scheduled Mon-Thu [9-5] Min age: 16
Holiday Event Helpers  Assist with various activities that take place during the holidays: meals for Thanksgiving,
Adopt-a-Family, Christmas gift giveaways and more. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 18, or 12 with adult
Clothing Department Assistants  A clerk is needed to assist with sorting and hanging clothing, packaging clothing
detergent and helping customers. On-the-job training is provided. Volunteers must be comfortable working with and
around people of diverse backgrounds. Hours: Flexible, Mon-Fri [9am-4:30pm]. Minimum age: 14
Back 2 School Bash Volunteers  Volunteers needed to help with this annual celebration for families to help kids
get ready for school. Hours: Flexible, held annually in August. Minimum age: 16
Kalamazoo Dept of Parks and Recreation
251 Mills St, Kalamazoo
http://www.kalamazoocity.org
Friends of Recreation Board Member  The Friends of Recreation Advisory Board seeks funds through donations,
gifts, fundraising events and bequests for recreational programs and park development projects. Advisory Board to the
City Commission, 11 members, at least six members shall be City of Kalamazoo residents. Application can be obtained
from City Clerk's Office, 337-8792 or:cokcityclerk@kalamazoocity.org. Hours: First Thurs. of every month, 8 am in Mayors'
Riverfront Park Community Room. Min age: 15 at time of appointment to board
Santa's Workshop & Candy Cane Hunt Helpers  We need volunteers who enjoy making arts and crafts to help
children and families make gifts for holiday giving and help putting candy canes in Bronson Park, monitoring children and
helping with set-up and clean-up. Locations: Park Trades Center, 326 W. Kalamazoo Ave. Date: Fri. Dec. 2, 2011 from 5
– 9:00 p.m. and Bronson Park. Date: Sat, Dec. 3, 2011 [10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.]. Minimum age: 16
Hershey Track & Field Meet Event Helper  Volunteers are needed to help as time runners using stop watches,
measure distances, and tally scores. An ability to work well with youth, along with an appreciation for and experience in
track & field are desirable. Location: Kalamazoo Central High School. Hours: Sat June 9, 2012 [10:30-2pm] Minimum age:
14
Egg Hunt Special Event Helper  Participants in this event hunt eggs, and celebrate spring with face painting and
balloons. Volunteers are needed to stuff eggs prior to the event. Face painters should be able to paint basic spring
symbols like bunnies, eggs, chicks and flowers. Helpers may assist with event set up and tear down, or working with
crafts, balloons and registration tables. Located at Mayors' Riverfront Park, 251 Mill St. Hours: Apr 7, 2012 [10 am-Noon].
Minimum age: 16
Valentine Dance Event Helper  If you enjoy music and dance, and work well with groups of people, please consider
volunteering to help on this special night. Volunteers will help with photos, check coats, hand out flowers and other varied
duties. Location: Cityscape Events Center-Downtown Kalamazoo. Hours: Feb 18, 2012 [5:30-9:30 pm] Minimum age: 16
Harvest Fest Event Helpers  Harvest Fest is a one-time event held at the Farmer's Market on Bank St and
Upjohn Park. Groups of volunteers are needed to do a Trunk or Treat, assist with arts and crafts projects, set-up and tear
down tents, signs and run games. Hours: Oct 22, 2011, event time [11-2pm], setup [8:30-11am], tear down [2-3pm].
Minimum age: 14, 12 with adult
Summer Youth Recreation Aid  Assist with youth activities and special events, sports, games, art/crafts, computers.
Friendly and work well with others. Placement depends upon your recreation skills and interests. Most locations are within
the city limits. Hours: Flexible day and evening hours. Minimum age: 14
Recreation Aid  Assist with a variety of tasks to support youth activities and special events. Most sites are in
Kalamazoo Public Schools and locations all within the city limits. Flexible day and evening hours. Minimum age: 14
Youth Development Center Assistant  Help with a variety of programs, tutoring, and computers. Location:Youth
Development Center, 230 E Crosstown Pkwy. Hours: Flexible day and evening hours. Minimum age: 16
Flag Football Coach  Work with 4th & 5th graders coaching a non-competitive, fun, co-ed Flag Football league.
Leagues run six weeks among KPS schools. Knowledge of football rules is helpful. Hours: Depending upon the number of
teams, games will be held once/week and sometimes twice a week. Practices are after school and based on coach
preference. Dates: Mar. 1 - May 4, 2012. Min Age: 16
Parks & Rec Advisory Board Members  The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB) is a City Commission
appointed advisory board consisting of nine voting members, all of whom shall be city residents and at least two members
shall be 15-17 and adult members 18 and up. The general duties of the board shall be to advise the City Manager and the
City Commission regarding parks and recreation planning and programming. The Board meets monthly on the first
Tuesday of the month at 5:15 pm in the Mayors' Riverfront Park community room. Applications may be obtained by
contacting the City Clerk's Office at (269) 337-8792 or via e-mail at cokCityClerk@kalamazoocity.org. (7 adult & 2 youth
positions) For further information, call the Parks and Recreation Dept. at (269) 337-8191.
Pepsi Punt, Pass & Kick Event Helpers  This is a fun event for volunteers! You may assist with registration,
spotting, measuring, recording scores, and assist at scorers table. Location: Mayors' Riverfront Park, 251 Mills St. Hours:
Sept. 16, 2012 [12-3:30pm] Minimum age: 16, or 14 with adult
Soccer Coach  Work with 4th & 5th grade coed Soccer league. This is fun & non-competitive after school league. It
is a 6 week league among KPS schools. Hours: Depending on the number of teams, games will be once/week and
sometimes twice/week. Practices after school and based on coach preference. Fall program: Sept. 1 Nov. 2, 2012.
Minimum age: 16
Kalamazoo Drop-In Child Care Center
129 S Park, Kalamazoo
http://www.kdccc.org
Teen Childcare Aide  The Kalamazoo Drop-In Child Care is a free childcare program for income-eligible families.
Volunteers assist the staff in the daily operation of childcare. Activities include engaging children in play and other
educational activities. Qualifications include an interest in the well-being of children, consistent and dependable, and
available to work a minimum of a 2 hour block at least one day per week. Benefits include gaining an understanding of
early childhood development, personal satisfaction of helping children grow by interacting with them through play.
Volunteers learn how to work with others and respect differences. Hours: Mon-Fri [11am-3pm], can do 2 hour blocks [111] or [1-3] or a minimum of 1 day/week. Minimum age: 12
Kalamazoo Gay Lesbian Resource Center
629 Pioneer St, Kalamazoo
http://www.kglrc.org
Office Assistant  Assist with office duties: mailing preparations, filing, organizing paperwork, data entry, library
circulation. Hours: Flexible, Mon-Fri [9am-5pm]. Minimum age: 16
Kalamazoo Pride  Volunteers needed to help with various activities at this annual event: set-up, greeting/handing out
guides at gate, beer pouring, drink ticket selling. Location: Arcadia Creek Festival Site, downtown Kalamazoo. Hours:
June 11, 2011, 11am-11pm, 2-hour shifts available. Minimum age: 16
Kalamazoo Gospel Mission
448 N Burdick, Kalamazoo
http://www.kzoogospel.org
Creation Station Helper Assist in daily activities of afterschool program, helping children with their homework.
Commitment can vary from a one time commitment to daily or weekly. Background check is required. Volunteers must be
patient and able to provide compassionate, loving care. Hours: Sep-Jun, Mon-Thu [3-5pm] except holidays. Minimum age:
16
Soup Kitchen Helpers  Help prepare and serve meals and clean up at meals. Must have a friendly attitude and
willingness to serve others. Hours: Mon-Sun: Breakfast shift [6am-8am]; Lunch shift: [9am-1:30pm], Dinner shift: [4pm7:30pm]. Food prep: [8am-10:30am] and [1-4pm] Minimum age: 16
Sonshine Kids Child Care Helper  Assist in daily activities helping children at snack time, with crafts, reading books
and playing outside. We need volunteers who are patient and will provide compassionate, loving care. Background check
is required. Hours: Mon-Fri [8:30-11:30am] and [12:30-4pm], Wed and Fri [12:30-4pm] only. Minimum age: 16, or 12 with
adult
Rescured Treasures Donation Drop-Off  Help with unloading donations from vehicles. Cleaning, sorting clothing
and organizing newly arrived items. Hours: Flexible, Mon-Fri [9am-5pm] and Sat [9am-3pm] Minimum age: 16, or 12 with
adult
Rescued Treasure Thrift Store Workers  Cleaning store, stocking merchandise, helping customers, and working
with program members. Strong customer service skills and display organizational skills necessary. Hours: Flexible, MonFri [9am-5pm] or Sat [9am-3pm] Minimum age: 16
Grounds Keeper  Assist with general grounds maintenance: care of flowers, mowing, weeding, cleaning
sidewalks, etc. Gardening or yard work experience helpful. Hours: [8-11am] minimum of two mornings/wk. Minimum age:
16
Food Warehouse Worker  Assist with unloading food donations, rotating stock, checking expiration dates among
other various activities. Some lifting is required. Hours: Flexible, Mon-Fri [9am-5pm], Sat [9am-3pm]. Minimum age: 16, or
8 with adult
Family Fun Day Volunteers  Need fun-loving people to help with Family Fun Day. Volunteers will help make
popcorn, cotton candy, snow cones and help with games for children and serving food to the community. Volunteers must
be patient and fun loving. Date: Held Annually in July, [11am-3pm] two hour shifts. Minimum age: 16
Kalamazoo in Bloom
346 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.kalamazooinbloom.org
Adopt Library Lane in Portage  This is an excellent opportunity for up to 10 groups of 8-10 people to adopt the beds
and planters in Portage along Library Lane and City Hall during the summer. Responsibilities include weeding and
watering the beds and planters and clearing any debris. Caring for the plants, especially watering them, is a key volunteer
need. Group bed adopter names will appear in a sign planted along Library Lane. Library Lane and City Hall along
Westnedge will need to be cared for 4 times/week after planting day (late May) until plant pulling day (early October).
This is an excellent opportunity for up to 10 groups of 8-10 people to adopt the beds and planters in Portage along Library
Lane and City Hall during the summer. Groups of 8-10 people can expect to spend 6 hours if they care for both Library
Lane and City Hall flowers. If more groups volunteer to adopt flowers, then each can choose to concentrate on Library
Lane or City Hall and still come on their designated day. It is recommended to come in the morning before it gets too hot.
Adopt-a-Bed in Bronson Park  Adopt a bed in Bronson Park and commit to care for it during the summer. This
includes wedding the bed and clearing any litter. As a bed adopter, your name will appear in the sign planted in your bed.
There is an orientation in the Spring (date to be determined) in which bed adopters will receive additional information, a
volunteer shirt, and a parking pass to use when caring for the bed. Bed adopters should come in pairs for safety and
wear their Kalamazoo In Bloom volunteer shirt. They must be able to get down on the ground to pull weeds. You can use
a trowel to loosen the weed, an edger to keep a straight line around the bed and a broom to push back any dirt from the
sidewalk into the bed. Place weeds in a bag and discard in trash containers found in the park. Hours: One day/week for
approximately an hour from late May to late September. Volunteers can set their own hours/days but it's recommended to
tend the bed in the morning before it gets too hot. Minimum age: 18, or younger with adult
Planting Day at Portage District Library  Help us plant flowers in flower beds and beautify the Portage District
Library. Must be able to get up and down and know how to plant flowers. Bring garden gloves, hand shovel, kneeling pad
and towel. Wear appropriate clothing for gardening. Some extra gardening supplies will be available. Hours: Third Friday
of May [8am-noon]. Minimum age: 18, or 16 with adult.
Planting Day in Bronson Park  Help us plant flowers in the flower beds and keep Bronson Park beautiful. Must be
able to get up and down and know how to plant flowers. Volunteers should bring garden gloves, hand shovel, kneeling
pad and towel. Wear appropriate clothing for gardening (expect to get dirty). Some extra gardening supplies will be
available. Hours: Thursday before Memorial Day [9am-noon]. Minimum age: 18, or 16 with adult.
Plant Pulling Day in Bronson Park  Pull plants out of flower beds in Bronson Park. Must be able to get up and down
and know how to plant flowers. Bring garden gloves, kneeling pad and towel. Wear appropriate clothing for gardening
(expect to get dirty). Extra gardening supplies and trash bags will be available. Minimum age: 13
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
314 S Park St, Kalamazoo
http://www.kiarts.org
Art Fair Volunteers  Available assignments include face painting, helping kids make crafts, surveying fair goers,
booth sitting, selling balloons, and selling popcorn. Skills vary by assignment. Hours: Art Fair is held the first Fri [3-8pm]
and Sat [9am-4pm] in June; 2-4 hr shifts scheduled. Minimum age: 14, or 11 with adult
Teacher's Aide  Assist teachers at kids' art camps over holiday break, spring break, or summer. Volunteers should
have patience, enthusiasm and an interest in working with kids. Hours: Mon-Fri [8:45-12:15 and/or 12:45-4:15] as
available. Minimum age: 13
Kalamazoo Junior Girls Organization
1114 West Paterson, Kalamazoo
Tutor  Tutors are needed (preferably female) to assist girls ages 7-18 with homework assignments and some
computer assistance. Hours: Tue, Thu [3-6pm], one day/week preferred. Minimum age: 14
Children's Fashion Show Helpers  Helpers are needed to help with preparation and to provide assistance to youth
ages 7 to 18 yrs old participating in the fashion show. Hours: Auditions held in late November; Practices held Mar, Apr &
May. Show is held in May. Minimum age: 17
Kalamazoo Nature Center
7000 N Westnedge, Kalamazoo
http://www.NatureCenter.org
Holidays At The Delano Homestead Volunteers needed to assist in providing program by greeting visitors or helping
with crafts. Volunteers should enjoy working with people. Location: DeLano Homestead, 555 West E Ave, Kalamazoo.
Hours: First two Sundays in December, [1-4pm]. Minimum age: 16
Maple Sugar Season Activity Volunteers  Volunteers needed to help with craft activities, to greet people, tend the fire
(training required), assist with school groups, cook or serve pancakes, and other Maple Sugar Festival opportunities.
Volunteers must enjoy working with children, families and enjoy working outdoors. Hours: 2-4 hr shifts Feb-Mar: Mon-Sat
[9-5] Sun [1-5]. Minimum age 14, younger with parent - this is an excellent parent-child opportunity!
Summer Camp Assistant Help children learn about the natural world around all of us. Assist with summer day camp
programs for children. Hiking, crafts and other outdoor activities are all part of the experience. Must enjoy working with
children and possess leadership skills. Willing to work outdoors, possibly during inclement weather. Hours: Two weeks of
time during the season, Jun-Aug, daytime hours. Minimum age: 16
Hummingbird-Butterfly Garden Upkeep Work outside and learn how to encourage plants to grow! This is a great
opportunity to be outside and enjoy the fresh summer air. Join the Nature Center gardeners to have fun, hat your hands
dirty and learn more about the wonderful world of gardening. Hours: Tue mornings or other hours as arranged. Volunteers
should enjoy gardening! Call for information regarding volunteer orientation and training dates. Minimum age: 16
Exhibit Animal Care
Help educate Nature Center visitors about native Michigan species through the care and
maintenance of our various exhibit animals. Take advantage of the many opportunities to get involved with our reptiles,
amphibians, fish, bird feeders, barn, butterfly house and more! Volunteers to feed, care, and participate in cage cleaning
for exhibit animals. Hours: Varies, typically 1-1.5 hrs/wk. Minimum age: 14, younger with parent - this is an excellent
parent-child opportunity!
Barnyard Host Barnyard hosts work at the animal bar at the Kalamazoo Nature Center. They help to teach people about
the animals by greeting visitors and answering questions about the animals. Most importantly, Barn Hosts help with
school and public programs throughout the spring and summer, reading stories, leading games and activities, lending a
hand with set up and take down. Must be comfortable speaking with the public and enjoy children. Training provided in
May, call for dates. Hours: At least two 3 hour shifts per month Jun-Aug, Wednesday mornings [9am-noon]and/or Sat
mornings [9am-noon], other times for special occasions. Barn is open: Tue-Sat [10-4], Sun [1-4]; weekend times in May
and Sept. Minimum age: 15
Blue Bird Box Monitor Volunteers to work outdoors working to monitor blue bird boxes, training is provided in March.
Hours: Vary. Minimum age: 18, or 12 with adult
Farm Assistant  Assist with our Community Sustainable Agriculture Farm and Market. Activities include hoeing,
weeding, watering, and other farm garden chores. Volunteers should be willing to work outdoors possibly under adverse
weather conditions. Hours: Apr-Oct, flexible daytime hours. Minimum age: 16
Adopt-A-Trail  Help maintain our 11 miles of trails throughout the growing season. Includes trail maintenance, seed
collection, invasive weed management. Volunteer should enjoy working outside and have reliable transportation to and
from the Nature Center. Hours: Sat. trail workdays or flexible, M-F. Min. age: 16, or 12 with adult
Kalamazoo Prayer Clinic
340 South Rose St, Kalamazoo
http://www.prayerclinic.org
Prayer Warriors  Looking for volunteers with a strong understanding of the Word to lead bible discussions and
study. Volunteers also needed to pray with individuals and groups. The Prayer Clinic serves the homeless, area churches,
businesses, the educational community, government, and health organizations by surrounding each in prayer, helping to
support workers as they pray for their areas of employment and individual prayer for anyone in need. Looking for
Christians who daily striving to be more Christ like. Volunteers needed who desire to serve others by sharing the word,
interacting in bible discussions, and prayer. Hours: Mon-Fri [8am-8pm] Minimum age: 15, or 10 with adult
Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital
1312 Oakland Dr, Kalamazoo
Piano Players We need a piano player to play at our Sunday non-denominational chapel service from 1:15-2:30pm.
Hours: Every other Sun or one Sun/month. Minimum age: 14
Summerfest Booth Operators Summerfest is a carnival-like celebration with food booths, informational booths, games,
dunk tank, bake sale, plant sale, entertainment and more! Volunteers are needed to help at various booths, serving food,
taking tickets and helping with games. The goal of Summerfest is to break down some stereotypes that the community
may have towards mental illness. Hours: Thu, July 19, 2012 [11am-3:30pm], various shifts available. Minimum age: 16
Kalamazoo Public Library - Ready to Read Program
315 S Rose St, Kalamazoo
http://www.kpl.gov/ready-to-read/
Reader Ready to Read volunteers read aloud to children at community sites serving low-income families. Reading sites
include the waiting rooms of health clinics, social agencies, homeless shelters and Head Start and PEEP classrooms.
Library provides training and books. Must have experience interacting with children and enjoy reading aloud. Hours:
Weekdays, generally between [8-5pm], 1-2 hrs/wk scheduled on a regular basis. Minimum age: 16, or younger with an
adult.
Kalamazoo River Valley Trail
3299 Gull Rd Wing 2, Rm 204,
http://www.kalcounty.com/parks/krvt
Trail Clean-Up Day Volunteers  Volunteers are needed to assist with trail clean-up at various clean up events such as
Earth Day, garlic mustard pulling etc. Duties may include raking, sweeping and removing debris from the trail.
Refreshments and equipment provided, however volunteers may also bring own equipment. Hours: Held usually on a
Saturday morning close to Earth Day and then occasionally during the spring through fall season. Minimum age: 14, or 7
with adult.
Event Crew Member Volunteer  Assist with events such as Trail 5k Race, Fall Color Bike Tour, Ground Breaking and
Grand Openings. Activities: set-up, tear-down, distribution of materials during the event, registration, pass out water &
refreshments, support for runners/bikers & more. Volunteers should be committed to KRVT's mission and to have fun in
the outdoors! Able to interface with all people; willingness to attend and assist in hosing special events on an as-needed
basis. Access to/ownership of reliable means of transportation to and from event. Hours: As needed for a specific onetime event - typically 3-4 hour shifts per event. Minimum age: 18, or 10 with adult.
Kalamazoo Scottish Festival Association, Inc.
PO Box 511, Oshtemo
http://kalamazooscottishfestival.org
Festival Event Volunteers  Volunteers are the heart and soul of the Scottish Festival. It is a fun way to display your
community pride, meet new people and be a part of a great cultural event. Various volunteer opportunities available:
Festival set-up, merchandise tent, children's games, meat pie tent, highland games, clean-up crew, etc. Hours: Set-upAug 26; Festival- Aug 27; Two-hour shifts scheduled [9am-6pm], free admission to volunteers. Location: Kalamazoo
County Fairgrounds. Minimum age: 14
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra League
359 S Kalamazoo Mall, Ste 100, Kalamazoo
http://www.ksoleague.com
Country Homes Tour Volunteers  Volunteer opportunities include various planning and organizing the tour project as
well as working as tour guides, greeters and ticket takers during the Alamo homes tour. Volunteers should have a
pleasant attitude and creative thinking. Tour guides and greeters may be required to stand for 2 hour shifts. Hours: Fri,
May 18, 2012 [2-7pm]; Sat, May 19, 2012 [Noon-6pm]; Sun, May 20, 2012 [1-5pm] Minimum age: 18, or 16 with adult
Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity
525 E Kalamazoo Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.habitatkalamazoo.org
Habitat Restore Volunteer  Volunteer will assist with helping customers, answering phones, cleaning and organizing
stock at our ReStore retail location. Orientation and parent/guardian waiver required. Hours: Flexible, Tue-Fri [9-5], Sat [92] minimum of 4 hours/week. Minimum age: 16
Construction Volunteers  Work on Habitat construction sites to help build 10-12 simple, decent, affordable homes.
Includes most phases of construction. We build year-round on sites scattered throughout Greater Kalamazoo. Hours:
Flexible shifts Tue-Thu [8-4] Thu [6-9pm] Sat [8-4] Minimum age: 16
Kalamazoo Valley Museum
230 N Rose St, Kalamazoo
http://www.kalamazoomuseum.org
New Year's Eve Event Helper Looking for a new way to celebrate New Years? Have you thought about being a museum
volunteer? We are looking for a few outgoing folks to help out on New Year's Eve with craft activities. Volunteers will get
passes to New Year's Fest. All volunteers must pass a background check because you are working with children.
Minimum age: 16
Hands-On Program Assistant  Assist children with arts and crafts on various Saturdays throughout the school
year as well as daily during school breaks, December 26-30, 2011 and April 2-6, 2012 and Wednesdays during the
Summer (June 27-Aug 8, 2012). Must have a positive attitude and ability to work well with children. Background checks
required for all volunteer positions. Minimum age: 14
Kalamazoo-Portage FIRST LEGO League Robotics Team
811 Edison St, Kalamazoo
Robotics Mentor The robotics team uses LEGO Mindstorms to design, build and program a robot for the FIRST(For
Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) competition. ; This volunteer position would involve working with
the robotics team to design, build and program a robot. ; Volunteers help to teach the kids, but are not allowed to build the
robot for the kids. Required skills: A desire and willingness to learn. ; Useful but not required skills would be knowledge of
programming, basic engineering concepts (such as gearing and structural strength) and knowledge of LEGO's design. ;
Hours: Every other Saturday [12-5], Sep through mid-Dec. ; Minimum age: 16.
Research Mentor-Biomedical Engineering Part of the FIRST(For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and
Technology) LEGO League Robotics Competition is to research a real world issue relating to that year's theme, create an
innovative solution to that problem and then make a creative and fun presentation to present to judges at the competition.
This year's theme is "Biomedical Engineering". ; The research mentor, along with coaches and other mentors, would learn
about the current issues/causes of our world's climate change and then in turn teach it to the kids. ; The mentor would
also be working with a professional in this field to help the kids develop an innovative solution to the problem. ; Then the
mentor would work with the kids to make a fun presentation for the judges; whether that be in skit, song, story...the sky is
the limit. Required skills: Willingness to learn alongside the kids. Hours: 3 hours every other Saturday afternoon starting in
September and monthly meetings during the summer (Jun-Aug). ; Minimum age: 16
Kellogg Biological Station
3700 E Gull Lake Dr, Hickory Corners
http://www.kbs.msu.edu
Nest Box Monitor  Volunteers needed to monitor and maintain the nest boxes along the Sanctuary's nest box trail.
Volunteers must enjoy the outdoors, working with people and comfortable walking the trail in all types of weather. Must be
able to commit to 1.5 hrs/wk on Tuesday mornings at 10AM, April through September. Previous knowledge is not
necessary. Training session is offered and volunteers work together. Minimum age: 18, or 10 with adult
Summer Day Camp Junior Counselor MSU Kellogg Bird Sanctuary Summer Day Camp Program offers four one-week
summer camp sessions focusing on ecology, wetlands and forests at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary near Augusta, Michigan.
We need enthusiastic, responsible, and caring volunteers to help supervise and teach campers engaging, hands-on
actives that explore the natural world and our connection to it. You'll also greet campers each morning upon arrival, assist
in leading activities and supervision of campers, set-up and clean-up, and help campers find the person picking them up
after camp. Volunteers should hav an interest in working with youth and enjoying the outdoors. Volunteers can choose
to attend one or more of the week-long sessions and must be willing to make at least a 5-day commitment: June - July.
Hours: Jun-Jul, Mon-Fri [8:30am-3pm] Minimum age: 13
Master Gardener/ Conservation Steward/ Gardener Volunteer  Earn Master Gardener/ Michigan Conservation
Steward hours working with the Sanctuary's Pollinator Garden, rain garden & other natural areas through weeding,
planting, dividing & layout design. Coordinate the schedule of garden volunteers & help produce signs for Pollinator
Garden. Volunteers are preferable trained Master Gardeners with minimal ID skills or a willingness to learn. Should have
the ability to perform moderate physical activity and use garden tools. Hours: Ongoing, Mar-Oct. Minimum age: 18, 10
with adult
Bird Sanctuary Garden/Grounds Help maintain the pollinator garden, native prairie, and natural grounds at the bird
sanctuary. Duties include weeding, planting and transplanting, watering, and other general grounds maintenance. I n
addition, help produce identification signs for the plants in the pollinator garden. Must enjoy working outside in all kinds of
weather and be capable of performing physical labor. Knowledge of plants and gardening is not required, but the desire to
learn is. Hours: Flexible, ideally 2-4 hrs/mo between May and Sept. Minimum age: 18, age 10 if accompanied by an
adult.
Bird Care Are you interested in working behind the scenes and working with birds? Then become a Bird Care Volunteer
at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary! Tasks include: <ul> learning to care for captive waterfowl, raptors and game birds
helping with feeding and maintaining a safe, clean environment for the birds answering visitor questions while on the
grounds assisting with bird physical exams and checkups ; light maintenance of enclosures and ponds maintain a
clean and organized work environment </ul> Volunteers must enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions, be able
to lift 50 pounds, have reliable transportation and commit to minimum of 6 months. NOTE: Contact us for information
regarding a date and time for our next training session. Hours: Shifts are 4 hrs during 9am-5pm daily. Must commit to
one shift/wk for a minimum of 6 months. Min age: 18, or 10 with adult
Bookstore Greeter  Volunteers are needed to greet and assist visitors at the bird sanctuary; assist callers and visitors
with general questions referring to resources; perform cash register operations; handle daily deposits; and tasks as
requested. Volunteers also maintain merchandise displays (stocking and dusting). Volunteers should have strong people
skills, an interest in learning and sharing information about the Sanctuary with others. Volunteers are asked to commit a
minimum of 40 hours per year. Flexible times offered, majority are weekend shifts. Training provided. Minimum age: 18,
10 with adult
Minimum age: 18
Kindleberger Summer Festival
PO Box 486, Kalamazoo
http://www.kindleberger.org
Festival Volunteers  Opportunities available in each of the following areas: face painting, hands-on arts, finger
painting, Arts & Crafts runners, information booth attendants, pathway monitors, parade volunteers, t-shirt sales, playbill
distributors, 5K Race volunteer, or street dance volunteers. Must have a willingness to work and support festival activities.
Hours: Times vary by activity. Date: July 4-8th, various shifts available. Min age: 16
March of Dimes
1930 W Milham Ste A, Portage
http://www.marchofdimes.com/michigan
March for Babies Volunteers Volunteers are needed to create a team, join a team or donate to the cause. Walkers will
enjoy a paved, 4 mile walk along scenic Portage Creek. Activities include vendors, face painting, magic tricks, games and
free food and drinks. Dogs are welcome if they are on a leash and the owner cleans up after them. Registration opens at
9a.m. and the walk begins at 10.m. on Saturday, May 5th 2012. All ages welcome.
Meals on Wheels Senior Services
918 Jasper St, Kalamazoo
http://www.seniorservices1.org
Calhoun County Delivery Hoppers Volunteers needed for Calhoun County. Drivers and Hoppers for the Meals On
Wheels program deliver nutritious lunchtime meals and smiles to the doorsteps of the seniors who have diffculty preparing
their own meals. Hoppers assist the drivers by taking the meals to the door. Personal reference check, background check,
interview, orientation, and signing of Auto Safety Certification form. Hours Mon-Fri [10:30am-1pm] Minimum age:13
Delivery Hoppers  Volunteer drivers and hoppers for the Meals on Wheels program deliver nutritious lunchtime meals
and smiles to the doorsteps of seniors who have difficulty preparing their own meals. Hoppers assist by driving routes or
carrying meals to the door. Personal reference check, background check, interview, orientation, and signing of Auto
Safety Certification form. Hours: Mon-Fri [10:30am-1pm] Minimum age: 13
Michigan Blood
Various Locations
http://www.miblood.org
Post Donation Station Visiting with donors after they have given blood and creating a relaxed fun atmosphere while
watching for any adverse reactions along with making appointments and serving refreshments. Should be observant,
friendly, and outgoing who enjoy meeting new people. Training is provided. Must have your own transportation and be
mobile to serve the donors. Hours: Vary, 7 days/wk. Min age: 16, or 10 with adult
Ministry with Community
440 N Church St, Kalamazoo
http://www.ministrywithcommunity.org
Gleaner Gleaner volunteers pick up food donations from local restaurants, coffee shops, and grocery stores and drop
them off at Ministry with Community. Volunteers must provide have their own transportation for food donation. Other skills
needed include compassion, flexibility and an ability to serve persons dealing with homelessness, poverty and other life
struggles. Hours vary based upon the donations available and schedule of the donation location. Minimum age: 18, or all
ages with adult
Activity Volunteer  Activity volunteers help provide members with fun, entertaining or educational activities. Some
examples of activity opportunities include bingo, holiday parties, board games, arts & crafts, etc. Volunteer skills include
compassion, flexibility and an ability to serve persons dealing with homelessness, poverty and other life struggles. All
activity materials and prizes must be provided by the volunteer. Hours: Vary, based on activity planned.
Piano Player/Musician  Volunteers to play music for members during breakfast or lunch service. Piano provided by
Ministry with Community dining room. Skills needed include the ability to play a musical instrument and compassion,
flexibility and an ability to serve persons dealing with homelessness, poverty and other life struggles. Hours: Breakfast [89am], Lunch [1:30-2:30pm]. Min age: 18, or 10 with adult
Lunchtime Servers  Assist with kitchen duties required to serve lunch time meals to members: prepare food,
setting tables, serving lunch, and cleaning the dining room. Skills needed include compassion, flexibility and an ability to
serve persons dealing with homelessness, poverty and other life struggles. Serving requires being on ones feet for about
2 hours. Hours: Days chosen by volunteer, [12:30-2:30pm]. Minimum age: 18, or 10 with adult
New Genesis Inc
1340 Cobb St, Kalamazoo
http://www.newgenesisinc.org
Recreational & Program Aides Volunteers needed to help with various recreational activities such as basketball, soccer,
football, golf, volleyball, music or arts. Must be friendly and good with children. Minimum age: 16
High School Summer Camp Aides  Volunteers needed to assist with program components of literacy, math, reading,
computer technology, athletics and arts exploration for children ages 6-14. Volunteers will also help with serving meals
and snacks and supervision on field trips. Date: Jun-Aug [9-5pm]; one day or weekly. Junior or Senior in High school
Minimum age: 16
Tutor/Mentor Assist children grades K-5 with academics in math, English, reading, science, etc. Motivate/coach youth.
Hours: Mon-Fri [3-6pm]. Minimum age: 16, or 15 with adult
Computer Lab Assistants  Volunteer needed to lead students in computer lab activities. Various activities available.
Must possess computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office, internet usage, and e-mail usage. Hours: Mon-Fri, [3:305:30pm]; Tue & Thu [6-8pm]. Minimum age: 16, or 15 with adult
Child Care Workers Female volunteers needed to assist with child care for children ages 6 weeks-5 years. Some child
care experience helpful. Requirements: 8 week commitment, TB test, background check, fingerprints, must be able to lift
children and engage in floor play. Hours: Mon-Fri [8am-Noon], [Noon-4pm], [2-6pm]. Minimum age: 18, or 15 with adult
Administrative Assistant  Skilled person to assist in all aspects of office work. Hours: Flexible Mon-Fri [11am-6pm].
New Horizon Village Neighborhood Network Center
2708 Heatherdowns Lane, Kalamazoo
Canvasser  Prepare and distribute media to community residents by circulating fliers, literature, or documents. Be
able to explain about upcoming events, programs, activities, and services in detail. Collect and analyze data pertaining to
customer demographics, preferences, and needs to identify the potential market driving customer demand. Hours: MonFri [5-6pm] Minimum age: 18, or 16 with adult
Housekeeping Management Volunteer  Maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the building including
monitoring the organization, inventory control, day-to-day operations, and managing other domestic concerns. Hours:
Mon, Wed, Fri [10am-6pm]; Tue, Thu [10am-7pm] Minimum age: 18, or 16 with adult
Computer Lab Monitor  The purpose of this volunteer opportunity is to prepare, plan, monitor, and operate
computers and computer equipment for both educational and recreational use. Monitor, supervise and instruct individuals
with proper usage of computers and computer equipment. Hours: 20 hrs/wk during: Mon, Wed, Fri [10am-6pm]; Tue, Thu
[10am-7pm]. Minimum age: 18, or 16 with adult
New Year's Fest
141 E Michigan Ave, Ste 100, Kalamazoo
http://www.newyearsfest.com
New Year's Fest Volunteers  Greet people as they enter buildings and check to make sure that everyone is
wearing a New Year's Fest button. All jobs are indoors or inside a heated tent. Great to do with a friend or a group!
Locations around Bronson Park and downtown Kalamazoo. All volunteers receive a free t-shirt and complimentary button
admission. Enjoy the entertainment while you volunteer your time! Hours: Two hour shifts, various shifts available, [511:30pm]. Minimum age: 16, or 12 with adult
Oakwood Neighborhood Association
3320 Laird Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.oakwoodneighborhood.org
Youth Art Drop-In Activity Assistant  Help children between the ages of 4-12 with various arts, crafts, games and
outdoor activities for two hours a day. You'll also help schedule activities, give out snacks and assist with cleaning the
activity area. Hours: 6-week summer program, mid-June through July; Mon-Fri [3-5] (Volunteers not required to work
every day.) Minimum age: 14.
Woods Lake Park Caretaker-Friends Of Woods Lake Park  Help us preserve and improve Woods Lake Park
through removal of invasive plants, re-planting native plants, picking up trash, bush-whacking, stone hauling, and trash
removal. At the beach park in the city, take out invasive plants, maintain native plants and learn land stewardship. Hours:
Call to participate in scheduled volunteer days, or by other arrangement. Minimum age: 13
Open Doors
810 S. Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.opendoorskalamazoo.org
Work Wednesday Crew Member  Calling all handy women and men! On Wednesdays, Open Doors hosts an
opportunity for you to use your handy skills toward our mission of building relationships, overcoming homelessness. We
begin with coffee and donuts while dividing up the tasks of the day. Then you are off to get your hands on some light
household project throughout our shelter and resident community. This is a great way to use your skills and love for
projects while also providing support to a the homeless and low wage working adults of our program. Volunteers should
have basic handy woman/man skills and positive attitude. Please plan on bringing a bucket of general supplies, including
but not limited to: a hammer, wrench, screw drivers, tape measure, a level, and pliers. If other tools/supplies are needed,
they will be provided or planned for. Hours: We will meet weekly on Wednesday, but you are not required to come every
week. We just ask that you RSVP by the Monday of that week so we know what to plan for. Please plan on working until
approx 1pm. Minimum age: 18, or 16 with adult
Oshtemo Historical Society
7275 W. Main Street, Kalamazoo
http://www.oshtemohistoricalsociety.org
Restoration and Maintenance Coordinator Volunteers are needed for restoration and up keep of the Historic Drake
Homestead, focusing on both structure and grounds. Volunteer could have trade/technical expertise or general labor
experience. Hours: Very flexible, depends on skills of volunteer and particular project. Minimum Age: 21, or 16 with adult
Communications/Event Coordinator Volunteers needed at the board and committee level with items such as
communications, grant writing, board development and event planning. Volunteer is welcome to join the board, but it is not
a requirement. Hours: Very flexible, depends on skills of individuals and particular project. Minimum age: 16, or 12 with
adult
Planned Parenthood of South Central Michigan
4201 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.ppscm.org
Health Fair/Community Events Volunteer Volunteer needed to attend health fairs, and assist Health Educators with
distribution of information and advocacy materials at community events. Hours: Vary. Minimum age 16.
Portage Community Center
325 E Centre, Portage
http://www.portagecommunitycenter.org
Middle School After School Program & Summer Recreation Program  Volunteers needed to assist staff with a
variety of duties in relation to the Middle School After School Program and Summer Recreation Program. If the volunteer
has a speical talent he/she would like to share with the youth, please indicate that on the Volunteer Application Form.
Forms can be found online or at the Portage Community Center office.; Hours: Flexible. After school program - Mon-Thu
[3-6pm], Fri [3-5pm]; Summer Program (Jun-Aug) Tue-Thu [Noon-4pm] Minimum age: 17
Newsletter Volunteer  PCC distributes a bi-annual newsletter. Volunteers are needed to assist with collating &
labeling. Volunteers should have good organizational skills. Hours: Vary, if interested please contact about dates and
times. Minimum age: 17
Gardening/Landscaping  Volunteers needed to help with planting flowers in the spring, maintaining garden
areas during the summer and fall. Volunteers should have some kind of gardening experience/ green thumb. Hours: Very
flexible. Minimum age: 16
Clothing Bar Volunteer  We receive many clothing donations that need to be folded & sorted. We also need
volunteers to assist customers in the Clothing Bar. Volunteers should have sorting and organizational skills. Hours: Wed
[9am-1pm]. Minimum age: 16, or 14 with adult
Tutors  As a volunteer tutor you would need to be available at least one evening per week to assist elementary,
middle and/or high school students who are in need of extra help with their studies. Operates during the school week.
High school volunteers are required to have teacher recommendation, all others will be assessed for the tutor position.
Hours: @Community High – Mon & Wed [3-6pm], @Portage Community Center - Tue & Thu [3:30-5:30pm]. Volunteer
tutors are not required to be available the whole time, but are required to tutor a minimum of one hour. Minimum age: 17
Portage District Library
300 Library Ln, Portage
http://www.pdl.lib.mi.us
Summer Reading Assistant Volunteers work 3-hour shifts at our Summer Reading Table. Volunteers assist children
and adults as they sign up online for the summer program, distribute prizes, and help participants with any questions they
have about the program or summer events. Volunteers must be friendly, possess excellent communication skills and
enjoy working with people of all ages. Hours: Flexible times Mon-Sat (3-hr shifts available). Minimum age: 13
Public Media Network
357 S Kalamazoo Mall S-300, Kalamazoo
http://www.publicmedianet.org
Television Interviewer/Host Not afraid to be in front of a camera? Can you get people to talk about themselves and their
activities? Then the Public Media Network could use your help for conducting interviews, moderating panels, and/or
hosting a show. Assignments for interviews/host will be several weeks prior to shoot. Call for more information. Minimum
age: 15
High School Sports Production Crew Volunteers needed to assist with filming a variety of high school sports games in
Kalamazoo, Portage, Parchment and Comstock (Including Kalamazoo Christian High and Hackett High). Great
opportunity to watch games for free, while gaining camera/production experience! Duties will include camera work and
some minor post-production duties. Hours: Must be willing to commit to a full sports season for the sport you are covering.
Game times vary. Minimum age: 15
Camera Operator Events, activities and news are happening all the time in Greater Kalamazoo. Help the Public Media
Network share these with the wider cable-viewing audience by running camera for us. We will train you on the equipment
for future work opportunities. Hours: On-call basis; events to be video taped will be scheduled a few weeks in advance
and volunteers can be coordinated. On-call basis; events to be videotaped will be scheduled a few weeks in advance &
volunteers can be coordinated. Minimum age: 15
Residential Opportunities, Incorporated
1100 S Rose St, Kalamazoo
http://residentialopportunities.org
Special Events Volunteers  ROI serves people with disabilities to live in the community and participate in community
events. ROI has several events throughout the year that need organizers, hosts, socializers, set up and clean up. The
events include Holiday Parties, Picnics, Carnivals, and outings at local recreational areas. Groups of volunteers, adults
and older children are welcome; we need your organizing and socializing skills and willingness to make new friends.
Hours: Vary, usually evenings or weekend days. Minimum age: 13
Richland Area Community Center
9400 E CD Ave, Richland
http://www.richlandareacc.org
Community Center Assistance  Help us with a variety of tasks at the Community Center. ; We can often use support
with a variety of tasks, including office work, indoor/outdoor maintenance or other opportunities. ; Call for more information
about what is available. ; Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 16, or 12 with adult
Salvation Army, The
1700 S Burdick St, Kalamazoo
http://tsakalamazoo.org/
Bell Ringers  Help to ring in the change by ringing the bell to help raise funds for the Salvation Army. Volunteers
must stand for extended periods of time outside to greet and thank shoppers as they drop donations in the kettle. Must be
able to tolerate cold days working outside and have an engaging personality and enjoy working with the public. Hours:
Mid-Nov until December 24, 2-3 hr shifts available between [10am-9pm]. Sites throughout the community. Great for
groups and musicians! Minimum age: 18, or all ages with adult
South County Community Services
101 S Main St, Vicksburg
http://www.sccs.us
Summer Recreation Aide Help implement a fun arts program full of crafts, games, activities and snacks, for children
ages 5-10, at various sites in South County, including Fulton, Schoolcraft, Vicksburg and Scotts. Hours: [8:45-12:00pm]
and [12:45-4:00pm] Days are flexible. Minimum age: 14
Pantry Volunteers  Pantry volunteers needed to organize, sort and pack emergency food orders. Must be able to lift
20-30 lbs. Hours: 2-hr shifts. Minimum age: 14
Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy
6851 S Sprinkle Rd, Portage
http://www.swmlc.org
Nature Preserve Volunteer  Help restore preserves by clearing trails, removing brush, pulling invasive plants, planting
wildflowers, sowing and collecting seeds, installing nature preserve signs and fencing (Wed & Sat), picking up trash This
is a great opportunity for families or individuals interested in making a positive impact on the natural spaces around us.
Volunteers are also needed for tending a native plant garden at SWMLC office in Portage. Event organization is also
needed on an as-needed basis (adults only). Hours: Each Wed [9am-Noon]; Sat [9am-Noon] once/month; Occasional Sun
[Noon-4pm]. Apr-Oct. Check our web site at www.swmlc.org for more info. Minimum age: 16, or 5 with adult
SPCA Southwest Michigan
6955 W KL Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.spcaswmich.org
Dog Socialization and Dog Walking  Rescued canines require regular walking and play time with volunteers.
Socialization is very important in each animal's rehabilitation and future placement. Work is mostly outside and volunteers
should dress appropriately, including sturdy shoes. Teens ages 15-18 are welcome, but must attend an orientation with a
parent or guardian. Hours: Two daily shifts [8am-noon] or [3-7pm) are available. Minimum age: Teens ages 15 to 18 are
welcome, but must attend an orientation with their parent or guardian. Court-ordered volunteers must serve a minimum of
30 hours.
Clerical Assistant  Provide clerical assistance in office; answer phones, filing, assist with clerical projects. Hours:
Flexible. Minimum age: 15. Court-ordered volunteers must serve a minimum of 15 hours.
Cat Socialization and Care  Rescued felines require regular socialization and play time with volunteers. Socialization is
very important in each animals rehabilitation and future placement. Hours: [8am-noon] or [4-7pm]. Minimum age: Teens
ages 15 to 18 are welcome, but must attend an orientation with their parent or guardian. Court-ordered volunteers must
serve a minimum of 30 hours.
Specialized Language Development Center
5250 Lovers Lane Ste LL100, Kalamazoo
http://www.sldcenter.org
Office and Educational Services Ambassadors Ambassadors provide support for office administration activities that may
include typing, filing, data entry and database management. Other duties include phone and customer/client service
support to provide referrals, answer questions, and provide information. Attention to detail is important in this position.
Hours are flexible and are scheduled between 8-4:30 weekdays. Minimum age: 15
Stewards of Kleinstuck
1616 Dover Rd, Kalamazoo
http://www.stewardsofkleinstuck.org
Website Volunteer  Help the Stewards of Kleinstuck maintain our webpage, by making updates, posting new
information and responding to website correspondence. Basic knowledge of website maintenance and excellent written
communication skills are required. Work may be done on your own computer anywhere with internet access and on your
own time. ; Minimum age: 16
Photo Organization  Help us to analyze and organize digital photos of the Preserve. ; Work can be done in any
location the volunteer would prefer, or work space can be made at WMU for work. ; A computer is required. Photos will be
provided on a disc. ; Hours: Flexible. ; Minimum age: 16
Nature Preserve Workers  Volunteers are needed to help us work to create a healthier ecological 50-acre preserve,
located close to the YMCA and is used for exercise and enjoyment. Volunteers can help with things such as removing
invasive plants, planting native ones, creating paths and stopping erosion. Experience not required. Volunteers should
ideally have an interest in ecological preservation, ability to work outdoors, recognize weeds to be pulled and replant
native species. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 16
Stitched With Care
Needlework Volunteer  Stitched With Care's goal is to improve the physical comfort of disadvantaged people through
the provision of handmade quilts, afghans and other fiber based items. Volunteers should know how to sew, knit or
crochet. Interested individuals can be trained. For those who sew, having a sewing machine is a plus. Volunteer should be
friendly, outgoing and work well with others. Meeting location: Kalamazoo First Assembly of God Church, 5550 Oakland
Dr, Portage. Work can be done from home if so desired. Must have own transportation. Hours: Volunteer times are one
Sat in Jan-Nov, 9am-3pm and the last Tue of the month in Jan-Oct, 7pm-8:30pm. Min age: 15, (12 with parent)
Stuart Area Restoration Association
530 Douglas Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.stuartarea.org
Event Volunteers  Volunteers needed for various tasks related to special events, such as Historic Homes Tour,
Holiday Homes Tour, and other events planned by the Stuart Area Historic Association. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 17
Gardener  Work outside weeding and watering flowers in many perennial gardens located within the Stuart area
neighborhood. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 13
Anti-Litter Team Volunteers  Volunteers needed to help pick up litter and keep the Stuart Historic Neighborhood
beautiful. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 17
The Keriann McLain Fund for Children and Young Adults
PO Box 3065, Kalamazoo
http://www.thekmf.com/
General Volunteer  The KMF is in need of volunteers for fundraising events, assembly of Serenity Kits(tm), solicitation
of donations and other various duties. Volunteers are also needed to serve on various committees such as Fundraising
Committee, Serenity Kit(tm) Committee and Support Group Committee. Volunteers should have a basic knowledge of the
Kalamazoo area including locations of local and national retail merchants and restaurants. Candidates should be
comfortable in sales and donation solicitation. Additionally, some positions may require basic knowledge of Microsoft
Word and Excel. The KMF loves to make our own merchandise and marketing materials. Volunteers who possess the art
and craft skills may also participate in the creation of KMF items. Hours: Vary depending on fundraising activities, the
need for Serenity Kits(tm) and donation solicitation. During fundraising events, the KMF may need volunteers to provide 25 hrs/wk. All other hours will be delegated based on availability of the volunteer and the position. Minimum age: 18, or 12
with adult
The Point Community Center
2595 N 10th St, Kalamazoo
http://www.thepointkalamazoo.org
Special Events A volunteer that wants to help with one or two day special events like Trunk-or-Treat, Family Movie
Night, Santa at The Point, etc. Would be responsible for helping plan and advertise for special event, on day of event
would help in whatever capacity assigned. Hours: Vary by event. Minimum age: 16
Global Coffee Volunteer Global Coffee is our non-profit coffeehouse. Volunteers would be trained on how to become
baristas. They would make espresso based beverages, as well as grind and brew coffee. They would perform cashier
functions, as well as dish washing and cleaning. They would be trained and expected to uphold to health code standards.
Hours: Various shifts Mon-Thu [7-7], Fri [7-11am]. Minimum age: 16
Front Desk/Office Volunteer Would be responsible for answering phones, greeting guests, answering questions about
programs and services offered, making sure guests sign in and out, giving tours, data entry,creating documents and
brochures, helping with mailings, basic office duties, and other tasks as assigned. Hours: Flexible. Minimum age: 16
USTA Boys 18 & 16 National Tennis Championships
Kalamazoo College 1200 Academy St, Kalamazoo
http://www.ustaboys.com
Ball Runners AMAZING Tennis! Ball runners and management, ages 9-18, work as teams on court to retrieve balls
during matches at Kalamazoo College's Stowe Stadium, USTA Boys' 18 & 16 Nationals tournament. Attendance is
required for practices and during the tournament. Must be quick, focused and detail oriented. Registration takes place
during April and May, 2012. Late registration is available upon request. Hours: Practices during Jun & Jul on Tue and Thu
nights; assigned daily shift during tournament, Aug 3-12, 2012 at Kalamazoo College's Stowe Stadium. Minimum age: 9
Tournament Volunteers  See future pro tennis players! Watch great tennis! Each year over 800 volunteers are
needed at the USTA Boys' 18 & 16 National Championships held at Kalamazoo College's Stowe Stadium and WMU
Sorensen Courts. Be part of the 70th year of this nationally renowned tournament. Get your family and friends together
and have fun volunteering at the Nationals. To find out more go to www.ustaboys.com and download a volunteer form or
call the Tournament Office at 269-337-7343. Hours: August 3-12, 2012; various shifts. Minimum age: 15
Tower Runners  Tower runners, ages 12-19, work 4-hour shifts at Kalamazoo College's Stowe Stadium during the
August 3-12, 2012 tournament. Volunteers work in teams of two to put players' names on the "Player On Court Board"
and run errands for the tower officials. Patience is needed in waiting at your assigned area for a task to be given. Find out
more at www.ustaboys.com or call 269-337-7343. Hours: August 3-12, 2012, 4-hour shifts [7:45am-7:30pm]. Minimum
age: 12
Volunteer Kalamazoo
709A S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo
http://www.volunteerkalamazoo.org
On Call Newsletter and Direct Mail Helpers Help us promote the programs and services of Volunteer Kalamazoo by
assisting in our office. Tasks may include: labeling, taping, or tabbing newsletters or bulk mailings. Bring a friend and
enjoy the time together! Hours: Vary based on project but always within Mon-Fri [8:30-5]. Min age: 13
Days of Service  Join us for one of our 4 communitywide Days of Service! MLK Day(Jan 16), Global Youth Service
Day (April 20-21), 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance,and Make a Difference Day (Mid-October). Visit
volunteerkalamazoo.org/volunteering/day-of-service/ to see what projects are available as each day approaches and to
sign-up for a project site. All ages welcome (depending on project site restrictions).
West Michigan Glass Art Center
326 W Kalamazoo Ave Ste 100, Kalamazoo
http://www.wmglass.org
Data Entry  Looking for a self-starter to track and analyze in Excel, prepare monthly reports. Hours: Vary depending on
organizational needs. Minimum age: 16
Clerical/Mailing Assistant  Help with quarterly newsletter and other mailings: stuff, fold, staple, label, etc. Hours: Vary
depending on organizational needs. Minimum age: 13
Event Assistants  Come join West Michigan Glass Art Center volunteers and have fun working with glass artists and
scientific glass blowers. We need help with special events, including: monthly Art Hop nights (first Friday of every month),
Explore Glass Art Day (Apr, May, Oct, Nov); annual Public art project in the community (summer); Summer Glass Camp
for KIDS. Assistance needed includes help with registration, general errands and go-getters. Party planning and cookie
baking is also needed for events and volunteer recognition. Hours: Vary depending on organizational needs and special
events schedule. Minimum age: 16
WMU Homecoming Campus Classic
300 E Walwood Hall WMU, Kalamazoo
http://www.wmich.edu/race
WMU Homecoming Campus Classic Race Volunteers  The Homecoming Campus Classic, a 5K run, 5K and 1K fun
walk/run, attracts more than 1500 participants and is one of WMU's most popular homecoming activities. More than 250
volunteers are needed for this event. Volunteers are needed to work as course marshals, finish line reporters, logistics
team, registration assistants or first aid tent. ;<a href="http://www.wmich.edu/race/volunteering/" target="_blank"> If you
want to volunteer for Saturday's Campus Classic, please come to the WMU Bernhard Center Cafeteria (ground floor off
W. Michigan entrance), at 7:45 a.m. and sign up in person. A community service letter will be sent if requested. The
event will end between 11:15 and 11:30. Hours: Saturday of WMU’s Homecoming weekend[6-11am], various shifts
available. Minimum age: 14
Wolf Lake Fish Hatchery Visitor Center
34270 C.R. 652, Mattawan
http://www.michigan.gov/dnr
Miscellaneous Volunteer Project Assistant  Assist in various projects and/or programs at the Visitor Center including
but not limited to: nature and special program assistance, critter care, trail maintenance, front desk reception, pond
maintenance, housekeeping/cleaning and other. Hours: Vary, Tue-Sat. Minimum age: 16, or 15 with adult
Fishing Program Assistant  Assist with children's catch and release fishing program delivery. Basic fishing knowledge
is mandatory. Volunteers will need to be able to instruct individuals on casting techniques, tie knots, line fishing poles and
release fish from the hook. All equipment is provided. Volunteers are also needed during the week for rod and reel
maintenance and repair. Hours: Jun-Aug, Sat [8am-Noon]; Fri [4-8pm], Mon-Fri, various hours. Volunteers are not
required to work every Saturday throughout the summer. Minimum age: 16, or 15 with adult.
Special Events Volunteer  Join in the fun of community event that relies heavily on volunteers doing specific tasks.
Special event activities and dates may vary, and tasks may include but not limited to: festival greeter, front desk
receptionist, catch and release fishing assistant, parking lot attendant, volunteer assistant, kid's activities, preparation and
clean-up and more. Hours: Vary, Apr-Oct. Min age: 16, or 15 with adult
Wright for Kids
Arcadia Creek Festival Site, Kalamazoo
http://www.wrightforkids.com
Rock for Kids Volunteer  Wright for Kids ROck for Kids volunteers are needed to serve beverages in the beverage
tent as well as provide volunteer support. Volunteers must be 19 years or older to work in the beverage tent. Hours: Aug
17-18, 2012. 2-3 hour shifts during [3:30pm-Midnight] Minimum age: 16

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