Volunteer: Logistics TransportationTrack, inventory, maintain and service vehicles used on a disaster relief operation. Ensures that other Red Cross workers have the vehicles they need in order to carry out client-facing service delivery and get to/from their worksites. • Organized and detail oriented • Tech-savvy • Enjoys working independently • Comfortable driving required routes (freeway, long distance, high congestion areas) Will usually be a computer-based position at DRO headquarters tracking vehicle assignments. May also require pickup or delivery of rental vehicles to/from worksites or headquarters. Sometimes Transportation workers are assigned to drive a designated shuttle route to transport other Red Cross workers or provide courier service between worksites. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Track, inventory, maintain and service vehicles used on a disaster relief operation. Ensures that other Red Cross workers have the vehicles they need in order to carry out client-facing service delivery and get to/from their worksites. • Organized and detail oriented • Tech-savvy • Enjoys working independently • Comfortable driving required routes (freeway, long distance, high congestion areas) Will usually be a computer-based position at DRO headquarters tracking vehicle assignments. May also require pickup or delivery of rental vehicles to/from worksites or headquarters. Sometimes Transportation workers are assigned to drive a designated shuttle route to transport other Red Cross workers or provide courier service between worksites. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Logistics FulfillmentSupports congregate shelters during a disaster relief operation by resourcing and delivering materials via daily site visits. Directly contributes to the success of our client-facing shelter operation by delivering critical supplies to shelters. Supports our E3 vision of “Every Shelter, Every Need, Every Day”. • Enjoys independent volunteering • Comfortable driving required routes (freeway, long distance, high congestion areas, box truck-sized vehicle) May have limited client interaction during a supply delivery but primary interaction will be with other Red Cross workers. Some physical agility is needed because lifting/unloading of supplies is required. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Supports congregate shelters during a disaster relief operation by resourcing and delivering materials via daily site visits. Directly contributes to the success of our client-facing shelter operation by delivering critical supplies to shelters. Supports our E3 vision of “Every Shelter, Every Need, Every Day”. • Enjoys independent volunteering • Comfortable driving required routes (freeway, long distance, high congestion areas, box truck-sized vehicle) May have limited client interaction during a supply delivery but primary interaction will be with other Red Cross workers. Some physical agility is needed because lifting/unloading of supplies is required. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Information and Planning GeneralistServes on a disaster relief operation assisting with the collection, evaluation, analysis and dissemination of information related to the incident. May create maps, dashboards, incident action plans, and other reports. Behind-the-scenes support to the disaster operation with no direct client contact but is still a key support to our field workers. • Organized and detail oriented • Committed to meeting deadlines • Interested in volunteering “behind the scenes” • Tech-savvy and able to navigate a variety of applications and data sources Role is largely computer-based working from a DRO headquarters and is not a client-facing role. Tech-savvy is an absolute must. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Serves on a disaster relief operation assisting with the collection, evaluation, analysis and dissemination of information related to the incident. May create maps, dashboards, incident action plans, and other reports. Behind-the-scenes support to the disaster operation with no direct client contact but is still a key support to our field workers. • Organized and detail oriented • Committed to meeting deadlines • Interested in volunteering “behind the scenes” • Tech-savvy and able to navigate a variety of applications and data sources Role is largely computer-based working from a DRO headquarters and is not a client-facing role. Tech-savvy is an absolute must. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Government OperationsGovernment Operations volunteers are responsible for ensuring Red Cross actions are aligned with, supportive of, and complementary to government. The role involves managing expectations, establishing and monitoring situational awareness, and seek, collect, evaluate and communicate critical information. This role is often situated in an Emergency Operations Center. Supports clients behind the scenes without direct client contact to coordinate our services with government partners. • Excellent communication skills • Able to articulate goals, needs, benefits of partnership • Values input and fosters a cooperation • Consistently follows through with commitment and responsibilities • Able to work independently through complex communications procedures • Able to work in a fast paced and ever-changing environment Needs to be able to represent ARC to partners with professionalism and work within the established DRO chain of command to make commitments. Position may be based at an EOC or at a DRO headquarters providing virtual/phone support to EOCs and partners. Some degree of working independently is needed. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Government Operations volunteers are responsible for ensuring Red Cross actions are aligned with, supportive of, and complementary to government. The role involves managing expectations, establishing and monitoring situational awareness, and seek, collect, evaluate and communicate critical information. This role is often situated in an Emergency Operations Center. Supports clients behind the scenes without direct client contact to coordinate our services with government partners. • Excellent communication skills • Able to articulate goals, needs, benefits of partnership • Values input and fosters a cooperation • Consistently follows through with commitment and responsibilities • Able to work independently through complex communications procedures • Able to work in a fast paced and ever-changing environment Needs to be able to represent ARC to partners with professionalism and work within the established DRO chain of command to make commitments. Position may be based at an EOC or at a DRO headquarters providing virtual/phone support to EOCs and partners. Some degree of working independently is needed. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Community Engagement & PartnershipsWork with external organizations to build capacity, coordinate activities, integrate expertise and provide channels to reach all disaster-affected communities, particularly traditionally underserved populations. Makes connections with community organizations who can benefit our clients during response and recovery • Respects and understands different cultures and perspectives • Able to articulate goals, needs, benefits of partnership • Values input and fosters a cooperation • Consistently follows through with commitment and responsibilities Needs to be able to represent ARC to external organizations with professionalism and work within the established DRO chain of command to make commitments. Position is likely field-based visiting with other organizations and not at the DRO headquarters full time so some degree of working independently is needed. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Work with external organizations to build capacity, coordinate activities, integrate expertise and provide channels to reach all disaster-affected communities, particularly traditionally underserved populations. Makes connections with community organizations who can benefit our clients during response and recovery • Respects and understands different cultures and perspectives • Able to articulate goals, needs, benefits of partnership • Values input and fosters a cooperation • Consistently follows through with commitment and responsibilities Needs to be able to represent ARC to external organizations with professionalism and work within the established DRO chain of command to make commitments. Position is likely field-based visiting with other organizations and not at the DRO headquarters full time so some degree of working independently is needed. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: FeedingBe a part of a team on a disaster relief operation to address hunger in an impacted community all while ensuring food safety and proper food service standards are met. Works directly with clients to serve meals and snacks. • Enjoys working as a part of a team • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills • Loves taking care of people through serving food Some physical agility is needed (climbing in and out of ERVs, moderate lifting of food storage Cambros). Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Be a part of a team on a disaster relief operation to address hunger in an impacted community all while ensuring food safety and proper food service standards are met. Works directly with clients to serve meals and snacks. • Enjoys working as a part of a team • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills • Loves taking care of people through serving food Some physical agility is needed (climbing in and out of ERVs, moderate lifting of food storage Cambros). Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Shelter Resident TransitionWork with shelter residents to understand their resources and transition roadblocks to help households create an action plan so that they can transition from the shelter to long term housing solutions. Rewarding front-line position that helps clients move from a shelter situation to a more sustainable housing option post-disaster. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Tech-savvy • Loves supporting clients’ needs • Creative problem solver • Able to work in a dynamic situation Great for social workers and non-licensed volunteers with case management experience or clinical skills due to complexity in client cases (but this background is not required). Knowledge of or prior experience working with housing programs would also be a great fit (but not required). Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Work with shelter residents to understand their resources and transition roadblocks to help households create an action plan so that they can transition from the shelter to long term housing solutions. Rewarding front-line position that helps clients move from a shelter situation to a more sustainable housing option post-disaster. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Tech-savvy • Loves supporting clients’ needs • Creative problem solver • Able to work in a dynamic situation Great for social workers and non-licensed volunteers with case management experience or clinical skills due to complexity in client cases (but this background is not required). Knowledge of or prior experience working with housing programs would also be a great fit (but not required). Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: ShelteringSupport the day-to-day activities withing a shelter which can include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas. Provides direct, front-line customer service to clients and cares for basic needs in a group setting. • Enjoys working as a part of a team • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Loves supporting clients’ needs • Able to work in a dynamic situation Shelter shifts on larger DROs are typically 12-hour shifts and may include day or night shifts. Nationally deployable shelter workers should be comfortable working either days or nights depending on need. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Support the day-to-day activities withing a shelter which can include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas. Provides direct, front-line customer service to clients and cares for basic needs in a group setting. • Enjoys working as a part of a team • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Loves supporting clients’ needs • Able to work in a dynamic situation Shelter shifts on larger DROs are typically 12-hour shifts and may include day or night shifts. Nationally deployable shelter workers should be comfortable working either days or nights depending on need. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Disaster Action Team (DAT) Duty OfficerBe a part of the local disaster response team by ensuring timely activation and monitoring of local and regional Disaster Action Team responses. Ensures that DAT responders are dispatched to the scene of local disasters and escalates larger incidents to regional leadership. • Interested in working independently as a part of a team • Tech savvy • Excellent communicator • Organized and detail oriented • Able to multi-task Great opportunity for people who want to touch the mission but prefer to do so from their home. DDOs should be comfortable taking calls during their assigned shift times (day or night) across a wide geography (typically the region) and know that call volume may vary during their shift. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Be a part of the local disaster response team by ensuring timely activation and monitoring of local and regional Disaster Action Team responses. Ensures that DAT responders are dispatched to the scene of local disasters and escalates larger incidents to regional leadership. • Interested in working independently as a part of a team • Tech savvy • Excellent communicator • Organized and detail oriented • Able to multi-task Great opportunity for people who want to touch the mission but prefer to do so from their home. DDOs should be comfortable taking calls during their assigned shift times (day or night) across a wide geography (typically the region) and know that call volume may vary during their shift. Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Disaster Action Team (DAT) SpecialistMost of the 65,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires. They may not make the news, but we know they are just as devastating to the families affected. Trained and available, Disaster Action Team volunteers are ready to respond to these emergencies, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. From offering a shoulder to cry on, to meeting any immediate needs for shelter or supplies, to connecting people with long term recovery services, our volunteers ensure that families don’t have to face tough times alone. Many disaster action team volunteers share these life experiences and skills: Team-orientedAvailability and flexibility for at least 4-6 hours per weekBilingualComfortable with ambiguityEmpathetic and compassionateDisaster response experienceCan remain calm and patient during stressful situationsAgency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Most of the 65,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are local, personal disasters like home fires. They may not make the news, but we know they are just as devastating to the families affected. Trained and available, Disaster Action Team volunteers are ready to respond to these emergencies, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. From offering a shoulder to cry on, to meeting any immediate needs for shelter or supplies, to connecting people with long term recovery services, our volunteers ensure that families don’t have to face tough times alone. Many disaster action team volunteers share these life experiences and skills: Team-orientedAvailability and flexibility for at least 4-6 hours per weekBilingualComfortable with ambiguityEmpathetic and compassionateDisaster response experienceCan remain calm and patient during stressful situationsAgency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Disaster Health and Mental Health ServicesPut Your Professional Credentials to Work on a Red Cross Disaster Health Services or Disaster Mental Health Team During large disasters, you can use your professional skills as a licensed healthcare provider to deliver hands-on care and education to disaster-affected clients. The work setting is generally in emergency shelters or on outreach teams in the community. (Keep in mind, you could be assigned to another work location once you arrive on scene depending on the needs of the operation.)
Learn more here - https://www.redcross.org/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities/disaster-health-mental-health-volunteer.html
Requirements Disaster Health: Current, active, and unencumbered licensure or certification for the healthcare professions, including RN, LPN, LVN, EMT, Paramedic, MD, DO, PA, NP, APRN. View eligibility requirements for healthcare professionals Disaster Mental Health: Currently licensed or recently retired mental health professionals, current school psychologists and school counselors, and current psychiatric nurses. View complete eligibility requirements for mental health professionals Shift commitment If you are local to the disaster: multiple shifts (4-12 hours each) or If you will need to travel: 10-14 consecutive days of 8-12 hour shifts (Travel, lodging and meals are provided for deployed workers.) Comfortable interacting with people from diverse background whose lives have been disrupted Ability to work in a continuously changing environment in which work priorities may change frequently Ability to follow safety protocols and directions consistently and thoroughly Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Put Your Professional Credentials to Work on a Red Cross Disaster Health Services or Disaster Mental Health Team During large disasters, you can use your professional skills as a licensed healthcare provider to deliver hands-on care and education to disaster-affected clients. The work setting is generally in emergency shelters or on outreach teams in the community. (Keep in mind, you could be assigned to another work location once you arrive on scene depending on the needs of the operation.)
Learn more here - https://www.redcross.org/volunteer/volunteer-opportunities/disaster-health-mental-health-volunteer.html
Requirements Disaster Health: Current, active, and unencumbered licensure or certification for the healthcare professions, including RN, LPN, LVN, EMT, Paramedic, MD, DO, PA, NP, APRN. View eligibility requirements for healthcare professionals Disaster Mental Health: Currently licensed or recently retired mental health professionals, current school psychologists and school counselors, and current psychiatric nurses. View complete eligibility requirements for mental health professionals Shift commitment If you are local to the disaster: multiple shifts (4-12 hours each) or If you will need to travel: 10-14 consecutive days of 8-12 hour shifts (Travel, lodging and meals are provided for deployed workers.) Comfortable interacting with people from diverse background whose lives have been disrupted Ability to work in a continuously changing environment in which work priorities may change frequently Ability to follow safety protocols and directions consistently and thoroughly Agency: American Red Cross of Northern Michigan Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Connect Marquette Board of DirectorsAs we start to look toward the new year, we'll have some new openings on our Board of Directors. We're looking for people interested in being a part of the growth of our community! Over the last 15 years, Connect Marquette has hosted professional and social events in the community to help foster relationships and career growth. We can't do that without a team to help lead the way! The Connect Marquette Board is a working board that volunteers to help facilitate professional and social events in Marquette County. As a Board Member, you'll receive: free membership throughout your term(s)a chance to develop leadership skills the opportunity to build a network within our communitythe chance to create what you think is missing in Marquette CountyTo see all of the details about the Board of Directors commitment and to apply, visit https://connectmarquette.org/board-of-directors-application/ Agency: Connect Marquette As we start to look toward the new year, we'll have some new openings on our Board of Directors. We're looking for people interested in being a part of the growth of our community! Over the last 15 years, Connect Marquette has hosted professional and social events in the community to help foster relationships and career growth. We can't do that without a team to help lead the way! The Connect Marquette Board is a working board that volunteers to help facilitate professional and social events in Marquette County. As a Board Member, you'll receive: free membership throughout your term(s)a chance to develop leadership skills the opportunity to build a network within our communitythe chance to create what you think is missing in Marquette CountyTo see all of the details about the Board of Directors commitment and to apply, visit https://connectmarquette.org/board-of-directors-application/ Agency: Connect Marquette Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Oct 31, 2025 Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Red Cross: Disaster Engagement & Partnerships (Dickinson County)The purpose of Community Engagement and Partnerships (CEP) is to work with external organizations to build capacity, coordinate activities, integrate expertise, and provide channels to reach all disaster affected communities, particularly traditionally underserved populations. This position focuses on supporting regional development of holistic effective, diverse and inclusive partnerships and providing support to multi-agency collaborative efforts and partner activities. For more information, contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org Agency: American Red Cross (Western UP) The purpose of Community Engagement and Partnerships (CEP) is to work with external organizations to build capacity, coordinate activities, integrate expertise, and provide channels to reach all disaster affected communities, particularly traditionally underserved populations. This position focuses on supporting regional development of holistic effective, diverse and inclusive partnerships and providing support to multi-agency collaborative efforts and partner activities. For more information, contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org Agency: American Red Cross (Western UP) Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Oct 31, 2025 Zip Code: 49834 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Red Cross Dispatch: Afternoon and Overnight Shifts Available (virtual): Houghton CountyThe Red Cross is looking or individuals to work weekends and the overnight shifts (10pm-2am/2am-6am) for Disaster Dispatch. The Red Cross response is a team effort and Disaster Dispatch is the vital link between the Red Cross and local first responders. Working remotely from home, volunteers collect the necessary information and activate the Red Cross response. Contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org for more information. Agency: American Red Cross (Western UP) The Red Cross is looking or individuals to work weekends and the overnight shifts (10pm-2am/2am-6am) for Disaster Dispatch. The Red Cross response is a team effort and Disaster Dispatch is the vital link between the Red Cross and local first responders. Working remotely from home, volunteers collect the necessary information and activate the Red Cross response. Contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org for more information. Agency: American Red Cross (Western UP) Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Nov 30, 2025 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Red Cross: Spiritual Care Volunteer (Iron County)The Red Cross is looking for an individual who is able to assist disaster clients, to utilize their own spiritual resources, values and faith in the midst of crisis, regardless of one's faith tradition. This person would help facilitate long-term recovery by providing spiritual and emotional support, and connection to local resources. For more information, contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org Agency: American Red Cross (Western UP) The Red Cross is looking for an individual who is able to assist disaster clients, to utilize their own spiritual resources, values and faith in the midst of crisis, regardless of one's faith tradition. This person would help facilitate long-term recovery by providing spiritual and emotional support, and connection to local resources. For more information, contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org Agency: American Red Cross (Western UP) Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Nov 30, 2025 Zip Code: 49927 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Holiday Gift BoxesHelp us make the holidays special for our residents! We are seeking donations to put together holiday gift boxes. We have 17 residents and would like the boxes to be similar for everyone. Ideas for donations: baskets/boxes, chapstick, hand/foot lotion, warm socks, hats, gloves, coffee, hot chocolate, snacks, grocery store gift cards. Please email our Service Coordinator at odessa.adams@kmgprestige.com to coordinate your donation. Thank you! Agency: Propylon Nonprofit Housing Help us make the holidays special for our residents! We are seeking donations to put together holiday gift boxes. We have 17 residents and would like the boxes to be similar for everyone. Ideas for donations: baskets/boxes, chapstick, hand/foot lotion, warm socks, hats, gloves, coffee, hot chocolate, snacks, grocery store gift cards. Please email our Service Coordinator at odessa.adams@kmgprestige.com to coordinate your donation. Thank you! Agency: Propylon Nonprofit Housing Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Dec 19, 2025 Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Red Cross: Disaster Response (Delta & Dickinson Counties)Disaster Action Team: While big hurricanes and wildfires get the most news coverage, smaller disasters are no less devastating to the families affected. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are smaller disasters like home fires. As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you can help comfort and support people in your community by meeting any immediate needs such as food, shelter, clothing or supplies and connecting them to long term recovery services. We supply all the training you need.Contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org for more information.
Agency: American Red Cross (Western UP) Disaster Action Team: While big hurricanes and wildfires get the most news coverage, smaller disasters are no less devastating to the families affected. Most of the 60,000 emergencies that the Red Cross responds to each year are smaller disasters like home fires. As a Disaster Action Team volunteer, you can help comfort and support people in your community by meeting any immediate needs such as food, shelter, clothing or supplies and connecting them to long term recovery services. We supply all the training you need.Contact Lee at lee.borofka@redcross.org for more information.
Agency: American Red Cross (Western UP) Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Oct 31, 2025 Zip Code: 49829 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Help Throw a Halloween Party for Local Kids!Lake Superior Village is looking for volunteers to help host a Halloween party for their young residents! Volunteers can expect to help set up spooky decorations, host fun mini-games, and oversee more fun events for the kids. All volunteers are welcome to wear appropriate Halloween costumes to get into the spooky spirit! The party is taking place in the LSV Youth and Family Center. Agency: United Way of Marquette County Lake Superior Village is looking for volunteers to help host a Halloween party for their young residents! Volunteers can expect to help set up spooky decorations, host fun mini-games, and oversee more fun events for the kids. All volunteers are welcome to wear appropriate Halloween costumes to get into the spooky spirit! The party is taking place in the LSV Youth and Family Center. Agency: United Way of Marquette County Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Oct 30, 2025 Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Youth and Family Center After School VolunteerIs reading, playing outside, building projects, or making awesome memories high on your list of things you like to do? AWESOME! WE NEED YOUR HELP! The Youth and Family Center has an ongoing need for Volunteers to assist with our After-School Program! We have Literacy Programs on Mondays and Thursdays, STEM programing on Tuesdays, Nutrition programs on Wednesdays, and Fun days on Fridays! We also serve free meals to all youth in our area and need volunteers to assist with the food service/transition to outside playtime. Come and enjoy the high energy and awesome projects with us! Our hours of operation are 3:00 to 6:00pm Monday - Friday! Agency: Lake Superior Village Youth and Family Center Is reading, playing outside, building projects, or making awesome memories high on your list of things you like to do? AWESOME! WE NEED YOUR HELP! The Youth and Family Center has an ongoing need for Volunteers to assist with our After-School Program! We have Literacy Programs on Mondays and Thursdays, STEM programing on Tuesdays, Nutrition programs on Wednesdays, and Fun days on Fridays! We also serve free meals to all youth in our area and need volunteers to assist with the food service/transition to outside playtime. Come and enjoy the high energy and awesome projects with us! Our hours of operation are 3:00 to 6:00pm Monday - Friday! Agency: Lake Superior Village Youth and Family Center Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) ProgramBecome IRS certified. Free tax preparation for elderly, low-income, and disabled. Volunteer with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program! Part-time with flexible scheduling. - IRS training (various options): November 2025 through January 2026 - Tax preparation: February and March 2026 For questions, contact VITA Site Coordinator Karen Anderson: kandersonmqt@gmail.com or 906-361-9182 Agency: United Way of Marquette County Become IRS certified. Free tax preparation for elderly, low-income, and disabled. Volunteer with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program! Part-time with flexible scheduling. - IRS training (various options): November 2025 through January 2026 - Tax preparation: February and March 2026 For questions, contact VITA Site Coordinator Karen Anderson: kandersonmqt@gmail.com or 906-361-9182 Agency: United Way of Marquette County Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Kitchen AideAssist kitchen staff with meal preparation for home delivered meals. Volunteer may individually package items for delivery, help load delivery vehicles, and help package meal trays. Will need to submit volunteer application and pass background checks. Agency: Community Action Alger-Marquette (CAAM) Assist kitchen staff with meal preparation for home delivered meals. Volunteer may individually package items for delivery, help load delivery vehicles, and help package meal trays. Will need to submit volunteer application and pass background checks. Agency: Community Action Alger-Marquette (CAAM) Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Lifetracker VolunteersVolunteers across Marquette County are needed to help with the AmeriCorps RSVP Triad Lifetracker Program. Lifetracker is a program that can track people who have wandered. Volunteers are needed to set up the caregiver and client with their Lifetracker bracelet and then change the batteries on the client's unit every two months. Clients may be adults with dementia or children who may wander. Volunteers are provided with training, all supplies, support, and mileage can be reimbursed. Agency: Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Volunteers across Marquette County are needed to help with the AmeriCorps RSVP Triad Lifetracker Program. Lifetracker is a program that can track people who have wandered. Volunteers are needed to set up the caregiver and client with their Lifetracker bracelet and then change the batteries on the client's unit every two months. Clients may be adults with dementia or children who may wander. Volunteers are provided with training, all supplies, support, and mileage can be reimbursed. Agency: Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49849 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Build a Bird FeederLooking for individuals to donate handmade or store bought bird feeders to display outside the window of the dining room for entertainment for seniors who come in for coffee and activities! Agency: Greater Ishpeming Commission on Aging Looking for individuals to donate handmade or store bought bird feeders to display outside the window of the dining room for entertainment for seniors who come in for coffee and activities! Agency: Greater Ishpeming Commission on Aging Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49849 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Friendly Visitor ProgramCaring and confident individuals looking to help provide socialization to homebound seniors. Agency: Greater Ishpeming Commission on Aging Caring and confident individuals looking to help provide socialization to homebound seniors. Agency: Greater Ishpeming Commission on Aging Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49849 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Grocery Getter Volunteer DriversIndividuals available to transport seniors from their homes to grocery shop and back. Need to dedicate 2-3 hours to events. Agency: Greater Ishpeming Commission on Aging Individuals available to transport seniors from their homes to grocery shop and back. Need to dedicate 2-3 hours to events. Agency: Greater Ishpeming Commission on Aging Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49849 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Sandwich Prep/Light Meal PrepAssist with making sandwiches, or light meals (like Mac & Cheese, Casseroles, Mashed Potatoes, Etc.) that can be utilized by Residents and Shelter Guests on a "self-serve" basis. The Janzen House has all the supplies needed (If a volunteer wishes to produce different or more complicated meals, we would accept that help as well, just let us know) Agency: Janzen House Inc Assist with making sandwiches, or light meals (like Mac & Cheese, Casseroles, Mashed Potatoes, Etc.) that can be utilized by Residents and Shelter Guests on a "self-serve" basis. The Janzen House has all the supplies needed (If a volunteer wishes to produce different or more complicated meals, we would accept that help as well, just let us know) Agency: Janzen House Inc Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer Care Support AideAre you compassionate and caring? Do you have the desire to help care for someone who is unable to care for themselves? Have you always wanted to make a difference in the world? This is your chance! We offer the opportunity to assist an experienced team of caregivers in providing assistance to our hospice-enrolled residents who are here enjoying their remaining time with loved ones. Please be prepared to complete our volunteer application and a Michigan Workforce Background Check form. We will provide the documents and cover any costs associated. Thank you!! Agency: Trillium House Are you compassionate and caring? Do you have the desire to help care for someone who is unable to care for themselves? Have you always wanted to make a difference in the world? This is your chance! We offer the opportunity to assist an experienced team of caregivers in providing assistance to our hospice-enrolled residents who are here enjoying their remaining time with loved ones. Please be prepared to complete our volunteer application and a Michigan Workforce Background Check form. We will provide the documents and cover any costs associated. Thank you!! Agency: Trillium House Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Become a BigInterested in becoming a Big? It's truly a fun, life-changing experience that gives the invaluable gift of your friendship. Commit to a minimum of 12 months as a mentor Meet with your Little 2-4 times each month (At least 4 hours each month) Coordinate with your Little's Parent/Guardian Embrace a strengths-based approach and work with your Little to achieve gains in the areas identified in their plan Commit to having a conversation with BBBS staff once per monthLearn more ➡️ http://www.bbbsmqt.org/be-big-now.html Apply today ➡️ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdesemkjWhbrf52j9-s6tcfpKCSLq2BMe3c6-LGcNe7biZ0lw/viewform Agency: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula Interested in becoming a Big? It's truly a fun, life-changing experience that gives the invaluable gift of your friendship. Commit to a minimum of 12 months as a mentor Meet with your Little 2-4 times each month (At least 4 hours each month) Coordinate with your Little's Parent/Guardian Embrace a strengths-based approach and work with your Little to achieve gains in the areas identified in their plan Commit to having a conversation with BBBS staff once per monthLearn more ➡️ http://www.bbbsmqt.org/be-big-now.html Apply today ➡️ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdesemkjWhbrf52j9-s6tcfpKCSLq2BMe3c6-LGcNe7biZ0lw/viewform Agency: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Runs Until Nov 1, 2025 Zip Code: 49849 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Feeding America West Michigan Mobile Pantry - Munising 2025Agency: The Salvation Army of Marquette County Agency: The Salvation Army of Marquette County Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49862 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Graphic Designer for Yoopers United/United Way of Marquette CountyWe need graphic designers to work with the United Way of Marquette/Yoopers United to help with promotional services such as posters, graphics, ads, banners, etc. Experience preferred. Agency: United Way of Marquette County We need graphic designers to work with the United Way of Marquette/Yoopers United to help with promotional services such as posters, graphics, ads, banners, etc. Experience preferred. Agency: United Way of Marquette County Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49885 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Social Media Manager Needed for United Way of MarquetteWe need a creative individual to manage our social media that will build and attract followers for our nonprofit organization. Agency: United Way of Marquette County We need a creative individual to manage our social media that will build and attract followers for our nonprofit organization. Agency: United Way of Marquette County Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49885 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer Meals on Wheels Delivery DriverDelivering Meals on Wheels to participants in Marquette County. Delivery routes available in Marquette, Gwinn or the West-End. Pick up prepared and packed meals from Lost Creek or Gwinn kitchen then deliver our hot nutritious meals to homebound seniors along with friendly conversation. Volunteer from one to five days a week, working 2-3 hours, 9:30-12:30. Agency: Community Action Alger-Marquette (CAAM) Delivering Meals on Wheels to participants in Marquette County. Delivery routes available in Marquette, Gwinn or the West-End. Pick up prepared and packed meals from Lost Creek or Gwinn kitchen then deliver our hot nutritious meals to homebound seniors along with friendly conversation. Volunteer from one to five days a week, working 2-3 hours, 9:30-12:30. Agency: Community Action Alger-Marquette (CAAM) Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Dinner ShiftHelp our staff at the Warming Center located 447 W Washington. Volunteers are needed to help cook, clean, prepare, and serve meals. This is a wonderful experience for those looking to get face to face interaction with our guests, staff, and fellow volunteers as well as a first-hand look at the fulfilling work we do at our shelter. Agency: Room at the Inn Help our staff at the Warming Center located 447 W Washington. Volunteers are needed to help cook, clean, prepare, and serve meals. This is a wonderful experience for those looking to get face to face interaction with our guests, staff, and fellow volunteers as well as a first-hand look at the fulfilling work we do at our shelter. Agency: Room at the Inn Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Breakfast ShiftHelp our staff at the Warming Center located 447 W Washington. Volunteers are needed to help cook, clean, prepare, and serve meals. This is a wonderful experience for those looking to get face to face interaction with our guests, staff, and fellow volunteers as well as a first-hand look at the fulfilling work we do at our shelter. Agency: Room at the Inn Help our staff at the Warming Center located 447 W Washington. Volunteers are needed to help cook, clean, prepare, and serve meals. This is a wonderful experience for those looking to get face to face interaction with our guests, staff, and fellow volunteers as well as a first-hand look at the fulfilling work we do at our shelter. Agency: Room at the Inn Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Feeding America West Michigan Mobile Pantry - KI Sawyer 2025Volunteers are needed to help with various duties once the mobile pantry arrives, such as setting up tables, packing bags/boxes, loading food into vehicles, registering clients, parking lot/traffic detail and any other need that may arise. The volunteer shift is from 11:00am to 2:00pm, however, some distributions occasionally end before 2:00pm. Masks, gloves, sanitizing items and neon vests are all provided. Restrooms are available, but they are found at a different location down the road. Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions as all events are held outdoors. Dress in layers. Bringing a beverage and snack is recommended. Food distribution is a physical activity that can involve bending, lifting, and twisting. If you would like to volunteer but have existing neck or back issues, please notify a UPHCS leader on site to identify tasks that may be safer for you. Location: Building 604 Corner of Ave C and 3rd St, KI Sawyer, MI 49841. Location Note: Google Maps can be challenging in KI. The UPHCS team will have Feeding America signs with arrows instructing where to turn starting at the KI turn off M-553 by 10:30am the day of distribution. Building #604 is located next to J & J Recycling. The truck will be parked in the rear parking lot of building #604. If you have any questions about this volunteer opportunity, please email tbosley@uphcs.org Click here for links to other locations Agency: Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions Volunteers are needed to help with various duties once the mobile pantry arrives, such as setting up tables, packing bags/boxes, loading food into vehicles, registering clients, parking lot/traffic detail and any other need that may arise. The volunteer shift is from 11:00am to 2:00pm, however, some distributions occasionally end before 2:00pm. Masks, gloves, sanitizing items and neon vests are all provided. Restrooms are available, but they are found at a different location down the road. Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions as all events are held outdoors. Dress in layers. Bringing a beverage and snack is recommended. Food distribution is a physical activity that can involve bending, lifting, and twisting. If you would like to volunteer but have existing neck or back issues, please notify a UPHCS leader on site to identify tasks that may be safer for you. Location: Building 604 Corner of Ave C and 3rd St, KI Sawyer, MI 49841. Location Note: Google Maps can be challenging in KI. The UPHCS team will have Feeding America signs with arrows instructing where to turn starting at the KI turn off M-553 by 10:30am the day of distribution. Building #604 is located next to J & J Recycling. The truck will be parked in the rear parking lot of building #604. If you have any questions about this volunteer opportunity, please email tbosley@uphcs.org Click here for links to other locations Agency: Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49841 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Community EducatorAlzheimer's Association Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who provide Alzheimer's Association education programs to community audiences. Community Educators: Deliver approximately 12 presentations (in person or virtually) annually using prepared Alzheimer’s Association consumer education programs on a variety of care and support topics. Collaborate with local Association staff to expand programs by securing community partners, scheduling presentations, delivering the programs, and managing needed materials. Serve as presenter for chapter-scheduled education programs and conferences. Connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline. Agency: Alzheimer's Association - Michigan Chapter Alzheimer's Association Community Educators are volunteer public speakers who provide Alzheimer's Association education programs to community audiences. Community Educators: Deliver approximately 12 presentations (in person or virtually) annually using prepared Alzheimer’s Association consumer education programs on a variety of care and support topics. Collaborate with local Association staff to expand programs by securing community partners, scheduling presentations, delivering the programs, and managing needed materials. Serve as presenter for chapter-scheduled education programs and conferences. Connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline. Agency: Alzheimer's Association - Michigan Chapter Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Feeding America West Michigan Mobile Pantry Ishpeming 2025
At North Iron Church, Ishpeming MI
Volunteers are needed to help with various duties when the mobile pantry arrives such as setting up, packing boxes, registering clients, parking lot detail and any other need that may arise.
Rest rooms are available and masks, gloves, sanitizing items and vests are all provided.
Report to Ann Trudell, she will be the person on-site using a walker.
Agency: Superior Shore Systems, Inc
At North Iron Church, Ishpeming MI
Volunteers are needed to help with various duties when the mobile pantry arrives such as setting up, packing boxes, registering clients, parking lot detail and any other need that may arise.
Rest rooms are available and masks, gloves, sanitizing items and vests are all provided.
Report to Ann Trudell, she will be the person on-site using a walker.
Agency: Superior Shore Systems, Inc Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 49849 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Direct Care Worker MentorsCIP is seeking experienced Direct Care Workers, individuals who have worked in home and community-based settings, to serve as mentors to new Direct Care Workers. CIP provides training and resources to help recruit and retain DCWs and provides resources and guidance that help reduce barriers to employment success and enhance wellbeing of the cared for, and caregivers. Agency: Caregiver Incentive Project CIP is seeking experienced Direct Care Workers, individuals who have worked in home and community-based settings, to serve as mentors to new Direct Care Workers. CIP provides training and resources to help recruit and retain DCWs and provides resources and guidance that help reduce barriers to employment success and enhance wellbeing of the cared for, and caregivers. Agency: Caregiver Incentive Project Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Care Packages for Homebound SeniorsAre you looking to volunteer, but don't have a lot of time to spare? Shop for CAAM's homebound seniors! Help us to gather items to make care packages for our homebound seniors. Suggested items: Large print puzzle, word search and crossword puzzle books, Adult coloring books and colored pencils, Jigsaw puzzles, Tea/Coffee, Mugs, Lotion, Chapstick, Small throw blankets, Socks, and Candy. Please drop items off at CAAM 1125 Commerce Dr. Marquette, MI 49855. Agency: Community Action Alger-Marquette (CAAM) Are you looking to volunteer, but don't have a lot of time to spare? Shop for CAAM's homebound seniors! Help us to gather items to make care packages for our homebound seniors. Suggested items: Large print puzzle, word search and crossword puzzle books, Adult coloring books and colored pencils, Jigsaw puzzles, Tea/Coffee, Mugs, Lotion, Chapstick, Small throw blankets, Socks, and Candy. Please drop items off at CAAM 1125 Commerce Dr. Marquette, MI 49855. Agency: Community Action Alger-Marquette (CAAM) Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Cards/Letters for Homebound SeniorsLooking to volunteer for Days of Service but can't go to an organization? CAAM has an opportunity that could work for you! Help to cheer up a homebound senior's day with a handwritten card or letter. Volunteers would write cards/letters to unspecified seniors. Set up materials in your break room or have arts and crafts time with your children! Feel free to be creative, add jokes, artwork, stickers, etc. any thing to make your cards unique.
Cards can be dropped off or sent to : CAAM (Meals on Wheels) 1125 Commerce Dr. Marquette, MI 49855 Agency: Community Action Alger-Marquette (CAAM) Looking to volunteer for Days of Service but can't go to an organization? CAAM has an opportunity that could work for you! Help to cheer up a homebound senior's day with a handwritten card or letter. Volunteers would write cards/letters to unspecified seniors. Set up materials in your break room or have arts and crafts time with your children! Feel free to be creative, add jokes, artwork, stickers, etc. any thing to make your cards unique.
Cards can be dropped off or sent to : CAAM (Meals on Wheels) 1125 Commerce Dr. Marquette, MI 49855 Agency: Community Action Alger-Marquette (CAAM) Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Companion VolunteersCompanion Volunteers work to provide support directly to patients and families. To ensure that all volunteers are equipped for the challenge of working with those dealing with a life limiting illness, we require that volunteers complete orientation and training sessions. It’s important that volunteers understand the philosophy of hospice and are aware of the specific ways we work to serve the community. Volunteers spend their visits being present, listening, helping with errands or light household tasks or providing short respite opportunities for caregivers.
Agency: U.P. Home Health & Hospice Companion Volunteers work to provide support directly to patients and families. To ensure that all volunteers are equipped for the challenge of working with those dealing with a life limiting illness, we require that volunteers complete orientation and training sessions. It’s important that volunteers understand the philosophy of hospice and are aware of the specific ways we work to serve the community. Volunteers spend their visits being present, listening, helping with errands or light household tasks or providing short respite opportunities for caregivers.
Agency: U.P. Home Health & Hospice Volunteer Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 49855 Allow Groups: No |