read more about our volunteering opportunities!

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What: 

• Work individually with one client at a time (mothers and fathers). Serve as a support person and friend to one client.  
• Have fun with activities such as cooking a meal together, taking your client to an appointment, or going to the park. 
• Some transportation assistance may be required.
  

Time commitment: One year, with weekly contact.

Training: Training and support for mentors will be provided.  Mentors need to attend a 5-session training prior to client contact.  

All mentors must complete a background check. 

What: 

• Help maintain the pantry  including washing, folding and sorting clothing. 
• Solicit gently used items from community groups, friends, etc...
• There is no client contact with this position. 
  

Time commitment: you can be available on your own schedule and spend as much time as you want. 

Training: No formal training is required

What: 

• In a group setting, teach a class in life skills or enrichment. Classes can meet just once or several times, such as cooking, yoga, music with babies.
• Work individually with one client for a specific purpose, such as budgeting, completing a college application, etc... 

Time commitment: This depends on your interest and availability. 

Training: May be required, based on what the volunteer is doing. 

Background check will be required if you working alone with a client.

What: 

• Party planners for special occasions such as Mother’s Day, Winter Holidays and Halloween.  
• Services such as photography, fundraising, grant writing are needed.    

Training will not be required. 

What: Weekly groups with childcare are offered to program clients. 

Training: A short training will be provided, depending on the volunteer’s experience and background. 

No back ground check required if you are working with a staff member at all times.

If you have an idea for involvement or a service you’d like to offer, please contact Marjie Rich, Program Director, at 231-360-0053 or info@generationsahead.org