Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) 459-9509
516 Cherry, Grand Rapids MI 49503
Volunteer placement program for those 55 years and older. Attend a one hour orientation to identify areas of interest. RSVP does the search to match the volunteer with one of their 200 non-profit partners in finding a position in the desired area of interest. Each non profit has its own guidelines for volunteering; however every volunteer must log volunteer hours. Free yarn is available for those who wish to volunteer by knitting, crocheting etc. at home.
First United Methodist Church 616-451-2879
207 E. Fulton Grand Rapids MI 49503
Work for 2 hours in a non-profit agency and get paid $15. Must have valid ID (state, Degage', etc) with your picture on it. Tuesday morning sign up from 7:30-8am. Workers are picked by lottery, 40 are picked to work that day. You can only work 1 time per month. If it is your first time working, please bring your social security card as well.
Goodwill Industries 616-532-4200 www.goodwillgr.org
750 First Street NW, Grand Rapids MI 49504
Volunteers identify their area of interest and Goodwill will try to match them to a volunteer position in Goodwill. Areas include retail stores, HR administrative assistance, and project assistance in various departments.
Gerontology Network Senior Companion Program 616-771-9748
516 Cherry ST. SE, Grand Rapids MI 49503
Volunteer 20 hours in a Senior Center or individual home and receive tax free hourly pay, paid time off, mileage reimbursement or transportation if needed. Volunteers must be at least 55 years old, complete a criminal background check at Gerontology Network, and attend a paid 40 hour orientation before starting.
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Last updated 2/11/10