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: [email protected], 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 2 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 3 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: Flexible. Minimum age: 17, or 15 with adult 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 4 ;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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 5 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. Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 6 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. Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 7 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. Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 8 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: Flexible. Minimum age: 13, or 8 with adult 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 9 provided to the adopter in mid Nov-Dec. Minimum age: 16, or 10 with adult. Hours: Flexible Minimum age: 16, or 10 with adult 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 359 S Kalamazoo Mall Ste 12, Kalamazoo 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 10 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 157 S Kalamazoo Mall Ste 175, Kalamazoo 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 11 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. Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 12 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. Minimum age: 15, or 12 with adult 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. Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 13 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 14 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. ; Minimum age: 14, or 13 with adult 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 15 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. ; Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 16 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 17 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 18 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 19 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:[email protected]. 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 20 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 [email protected]. (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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 21 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. Minimum age: 18, or 8 with adult 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 22 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 23 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. Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 24 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 25 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 26 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 27 activity materials and prizes must be provided by the volunteer. Hours: Vary, based on activity planned. Minimum age: 18, or 10 with adult 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]. Minimum age: 18, or 15 with adult 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 28 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. Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 29 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 30 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. Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 31 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 32 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 33 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 Apply online at www.volunteerkalamazoo.org 34