Helping out at the Food Gatherers Community Kitchen is a rewarding activity. Volunteers prepare and serve meals, set up for and clean up from service, and prepare bulk meals for distribution to our partner agencies.

Join one of our subcommittees to help with fundraising, communications, or education efforts. This role supports the smooth operation of Common Cycle and enhances community engagement.

Assist others during our open hours by helping visitors use community tools and resolve bike maintenance issues. No prior bike maintenance skills are required, making it a great opportunity to learn.

Help refurbish donated bicycles to support Common Cycle's distribution program, providing free bicycles to those in need. This role is ideal for those interested in hands-on work and learning about bike mechanics.

Contribute to the design and marketing efforts of the Jim Toy Community Center. Volunteers will help create promotional materials and assist in marketing campaigns to support the center's events and initiatives.

Assist in organizing and volunteering for Pride events, helping to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all attendees. Responsibilities may include event setup, coordination, and participant engagement.

Participate in planning and executing special events and fundraising activities. Volunteers will assist in event logistics, donor engagement, and fundraising strategies to support the center's mission.

Assist in organizing and hosting occasional events to support the local foods community. Volunteers will help connect with local farmers and promote sustainable practices.

Join a directionally-based event creation team to help organize seasonal community events such as Ancestor Feast, Movie Night, and Story Feast.

Assist with weekly youth classes by observing and supporting activities that connect children with nature. Volunteers are encouraged to visit a class to observe before committing.

Practice and demonstrate a nature-based craft or skill on-site during classes, allowing young people to observe and participate in traditional outdoor skills.

Assist the organization by writing grant applications and developing fundraising campaigns to support their educational programs and community events.

Assist with various tasks such as community event presentations, event planning, grant writing, outreach, and marketing. Volunteers can contribute based on their skills and interests.

As a mentor, you will be paired with women over 18 seeking employment or currently employed. You will meet your mentee for at least two hours per week to discuss careers and engage in fun activities, with a commitment of at least six months.

Provide emotional and informational support to individuals experiencing pregnancy loss or termination. Volunteers will be paired with clients to offer compassionate care and a listening ear.

Support the execution of community-building events and educational seminars that demystify breast density and engage directly with patient communities. This role requires strong organizational skills and empathy to manage logistics for both informational workshops and awareness-focused gatherings.

Volunteer as a mentor to help youth in your community by providing guidance and support in their academic and personal development. Engage in activities that foster leadership and life skills.

Assist in organizing and executing the holiday food drive to benefit Food Gatherers. Volunteers will help collect, sort, and distribute food items and monetary donations to support local families in need.

Develop and deploy multi-channel marketing campaigns that simplify breast health education and drive global awareness of our mission. This role involves creating platform-specific content and offline marketing materials, requiring a blend of strategic planning and digital storytelling skills.

Join MIOCA in hosting awareness events across Michigan to promote ovarian cancer education and support. Volunteers will help with event planning, setup, and engaging with attendees to raise awareness about ovarian cancer.