“As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” 1 Peter 4:10.
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Your time and dedication can make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and families facing various challenges. We'd like to invite you to explore the diverse volunteer opportunities on our volunteer page below. Whether you are passionate about providing food to the hungry, offering companionship to seniors, assisting with administrative tasks, or contributing your unique skills in other ways, there's a role for you to make a positive impact. Join us in our mission to spread compassion, hope, and support to those most need it. Your commitment as a volunteer truly matters; together, we can create a stronger, more compassionate community.
General Info
Location: Perry Outreach Center - 12047 Miami St, Detroit, MI 48217
Time Commitment: 4 hours shifts, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10 am-2 pm
Requirements: Ability to lift 40 pounds
Description: Volunteers are needed to help sort food, pack emergency food bags, and distribute them to neighbors who come to the Perry Outreach Center for help.
Contact:
Matt Fleming
Email: perrycenter@qvdomine.org
Phone: 313-749-7324
General Info
Location: Perry Outreach Center - 12047 Miami St, Detroit, MI 48217
Time Commitment: 4 hours shifts, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10 am-2 pm
Requirements: Ability to lift 25 pounds
Description: Volunteers needed to greet neighbors as they arrive for services at the Perry Outreach Center. The volunteer will also be asked to answer the phone, take messages, register new clients, record information for record-keeping, and provide general information about Perry Center Services as needed.
Contact:
Matt Fleming
Email: perrycenter@qvdomine.org
Phone: 313-749-7324
General Info
Location: Center for the Works of Mercy - 8642 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI 48202
Time Commitment: Various
Join us at Catholic Charities Center for the Works of Mercy, where you can make a meaningful impact in the Detroit community!
We aim to embody Christ's love and compassion by serving and uplifting our vulnerable neighbors. We offer a range of programs, including the Mercy Food Pantry and the Mercy Clothing Closet, designed to provide essential support in food, groceries, clothing, and more. If you want to learn more about our programs and partner initiatives at the Center for the Works of Mercy, please visit our website page. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Contact
Jacqueline Beltowski
Email: beltowskij@ccsem.org
Phone: 313-202-9492
General Info
Location: 6945 Wagner St., Detroit, MI 48210
Time Commitment: M, Th & F 12:30pm to 3:15pm
Requirements: Bilingual (Spanish & English) preferred!
Volunteer Needs: We seek two intake specialists to volunteer weekly at the All Saints Soup Kitchen & Food Pantry, where your work will directly impact the lives of our community members in need. This volunteer role will be responsible for helping to -
- Welcome clients and train them on the Link2Feed system
- Taking an initial household assessment of our clients
- Scheduling future appointments
Contact
Dave Allen
Email: allend@ccsem.org
Phone: 855-882-2736 ext. 3321
General Info
Location: 6945 Wagner St., Detroit, MI 48210
Time Commitment: M, Th & F 12:30pm to 3:15pm
Requirements: Bilingual (Spanish & English) preferred!
Volunteer Needs: We seek three volunteers to assist clients through their pantry selections based on the USDA Balanced Plate plan. This volunteer role requires walking and the ability to stand for two or more hours.
Contact
Dave Allen
Email: allend@ccsem.org
Phone: 855-882-2736 ext. 3321
General Info
Location: 6945 Wagner St., Detroit, MI 48210
Time Commitment: M, Th & F 12:30pm to 3:15pm
Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for two or more hours for a volunteer shift
Volunteer Needs: Distribute frozen meat items to clients at the pantry in the portions based on the household size
Contact
Dave Allen
Email: allend@ccsem.org
Phone: 855-882-2736 ext. 3321
General Info
Location: 6945 Wagner St., Detroit, MI 48210
Time Commitment: M, Th & F 12:30pm to 3:15pm
Requirements: The ability to walk up and down stairs carrying 25-50 lbs.
Volunteer Needs: Ability to assist the pantry clients with their pantry items.
Contact
Dave Allen
Email: allend@ccsem.org
Phone: 855-882-2736 ext. 3321
General Info
Location: La Casa Amiga Community Programs 76 Williams St. Pontiac 48341
Time Commitment: Approximately 1 hour two times a week
Requirements: Must be 16 years of age or older
Description
We are looking for volunteer tutors to assist our elementary students with after-school assignments, homework, and academic guidance.
Contact
Thanya Villafranca
Email: villafrancat@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-221-1462
General Info
Location: La Casa Amiga Community Programs 76 Williams St. Pontiac 48341
Time Commitment: Attend group meetings once a month
Requirements: Must be 18 or older and have a willingness to participate in occasional outdoor activities as the weather permits
Description
We are looking for Adult mentors 18 years of age and older to work with our Hispanic children and families. You will help provide support, counseling, friendship, positive reinforcement, and a constructive example.
Contact
Alba Carlos
Email: carlosa@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-232-2575
General Info
Location: Virtual
Time Commitment: Flexible 2-hour shifts once a week
Requirements: Must be a fluent Spanish speaker and at least 22 years of age
Description
Calling all fluent Spanish-speaking tutors passionate about working with students of diverse educational, racial, economic, geographic, and cultural backgrounds. Volunteer your time to help Adult students earn their GED!
Contact
Elizabeth Padgett
Email: padgettr@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-331-9144
General Info
Location: La Casa Amiga Community Programs 76 Williams St. Pontiac 48341
Time Commitment: 2 hour shifts Monday - Friday between 9am - 2pm
Requirements: Ability to lift 25 pounds required
Description
Volunteers are needed to help pack emergency food boxes and veggie bags that will be distributed to families and neighbors in Pontiac.
Volunteers can also assist with sorting clothes and organizing the kitchen space.
Contact
William Ortiz
Email: ortizw@ccsem.org
Phone: 734-217-4981
General Info
Location: La Casa Amiga Community Programs 76 Williams St. Pontiac 48341
Time Commitment: Flexible scheduling!
Requirements: You must like to work with toddlers and pass a criminal history background check.
Description
We are looking for volunteers to help care for and look after small children for an hour or two while their parents attend classes at our Pontiac location.
Contact
Jazmin Beltran
Email: beltranm@ccsem.org
Phone: (248) 338 4250 ext. 4133
General Info
Location: Auburn Hills
Time Commitment: Minimum one day per week, with flexible days/hours. Volunteer time would be during work hours between 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Requirements: Dementia experience is desired, but not required. Talent in the areas of music or love for crafts would be a plus.
Description
Catholic Charities Adult Day Service Center is a dementia-specific Adult Day Center serving older adults in the community. Caregivers can drop off their loved ones at our center and feel at ease knowing the person is safe and in a friendly environment. We engage participants in a fun, stimulating activities ranging from music, arts and crafts, trivia, word games, and cards. We are looking for volunteers who desire to help others and love working with seniors. We seek volunteers who are self-starters, energetic, and positive. Volunteers may assist participants in games, crafts, stimulating conversation, or just being a buddy to one who needs extra attention.
Contact
Kaitlyn Cooke
Email: cookek@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-537-3300 ext 3803
General Info
Location: St. Clair Shores
Time Commitment: Once or twice per month
Requirements: Proof of Pet Vaccinations is Required
Description
Catholic Charities Adult Day Center is a dementia-specific Adult Day Center serving older adults in the community. Caregivers can drop off their loved ones at our center and feel at ease knowing the person is safe and in a friendly environment.
We are looking for someone with therapy dogs to visit our friends and clients at our St. Clair Shores location once or twice per month! Proof of pet vaccinations is required.
Contact
Nikki Harvey
Email: harveyh@ccsem.org
Phone: 586.412.8494 ext. 4014
General Info
Location: Auburn Hills
Time Commitment: Once or twice per month
Requirements: Proof of Pet Vaccinations is Required
Description
Catholic Charities Adult Day Center is a dementia-specific Adult Day Center serving older adults in the community. Caregivers can drop off their loved ones at our center and feel at ease knowing the person is safe and in a friendly environment.
We are looking for someone with therapy dogs to visit our seniors at our Auburn Hills location once or twice per month! Proof of pet vaccinations is required.
Contact
Kiaitlyn Cooke
Email: cookek@ccsem.org
Phone: 248.537.3300 ext. 3803
General Info
Location: Oakland County
Time Commitment: 20 – 40 hours per week
Requirements: Pass background check, income eligibility, age 55 or older
Description
Provide one-on-one support to children with special or exceptional needs in a school setting to develop the academic and life skills crucial for their development and future success.
Contact
Carol Wall
Email: wallc@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-537-3300 ext. 3919
General Info
Location: Wayne County
Time Commitment: Four or more hours per month requested
Requirements: Age 55 or older
Description
The RSVP program in Wayne County is always looking for a few good volunteers. Share your time and talent, or put your experience to work for the community. Volunteers choose how and where they serve and the amount of time that they would like to give. Volunteer opportunities serve the communities within Wayne County and can include projects for seniors and veterans, cultural functions, and more.
Contact
Celia Murray
Email: rsvpwayne@ccsem.org
General Info
Location: Oakland County
Time Commitment: four or more hours per month requested
Requirements: Age 55 or older
Description
Put your experience to work or learn a new skill by becoming involved in a worthwhile community endeavor! Volunteers choose how and where they serve, and the amount of time they would like to give. This program offers a full range of volunteer opportunities in communities throughout Oakland County to help youth, seniors, veterans, and others at cultural institutions and medical settings.
Contact
Trista Johnson
Email: rsvp@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-537-3300 ext 3941
General Info
Location: Macomb County
Time Commitment: Four or more hours per month requested
Requirements: Age 55 or older
Description
Put your experience to work or learn a new skill by becoming involved in a worthwhile community endeavor! Volunteers choose how and where they serve, and the amount of time they would like to give. This program offers a full range of volunteer opportunities in communities throughout Macomb County to help youth, seniors, veterans, and others at cultural institutions and medical settings.
Contact
Trista Johnson
Email: rsvp@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-537-3300 ext 3941
General Info
Location: Oakland and Macomb counties
Time Commitment: 20 – 40 hours per week
Requirements: Pass background check, income eligibility, age 55 or older
Description
Provide person-to-person support services to other adults in the community with special or exceptional needs to enable them to remain independent. Companionship, assistance with meals, or running errands.
Contact
Carmela LaCommare
Email: lacommarec@ccsem.org
Phone: 248-537-3300 ext. 3937
General Info
Location: Various Locations
Time Commitment: Various
Description
Driven by the nationwide United States Catholic Conference of Bishops’ Walking with Moms in Need initiative, the Detroit Walking with Moms in Need initiative is a partnership between the Archdiocese of Detroit and Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan, which equips and assists Catholic parishes and parishioners in raising awareness about resources that assist pregnant and parenting moms in need. The initiative seeks to make each parish in the Archdiocese a place where moms and their babies are welcomed and supported and where the dignity of every human life is upheld and valued.
Are you feeling called to volunteer at a local pregnancy help center? Click here to fill out the WWMIN volunteer interest form.
Contact
Michaella MerloEmail: merlom@ccsem.org
Phone: 586-416-2300
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