Volunteer

Volunteering here is like having an IV drip of serotonin, dopamine and oxytocin all at once.

… you might get puked on though.


Program Volunteer

Program volunteers show up during regularly scheduled groups to provide a range of support including childcare, meal support, mentoring, and general mischief management.

Operations

If you enjoy behind-the-scenes work, you're welcome here. Maintainance, organization and clerical tasks are available for anyone with an eye for detail!

Group Opportunities

Grace's Table welcomes community groups every month! If your business or organization is interested in volunteering, let us know! We've got the work if you've got the team!

Program-Focused
Volunteers

Every week, Grace’s Table offers 15 opportunities for you to join us. Find the time and role that works for you! Children over 10 are welcome to participate with a parent.

  • Program Volunteers partner with advocates to foster a welcoming environment from set up to clean up. Laying out activities, chatting with mamas, playing with kiddos - Program Volunteers role up their sleeves and get involved!

    Shift Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
    Ideal Frequency: 1-2x per month

  • Hospitality volunteers support each program by managing our shared meal. Feeding families is a busy affair! Hospitality volunteers support the meal team in setting up, pack take-home containers, and help clean up after the meal.

    Shift Duration: 1.5 hours
    Frequency: 1-2x per month

  • Childcare volunteers play a crucial role in the supporting teen moms mamas. After our shared meal, mamas gather to invest in group programming. Childcare volunteers provide a playful environment so their mamas can concentrate and commiserate.

    Shift Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
    Ideal Frequency: 1-2x per month


REGULAR WEEKLY OPPORTUNITIES

Monday

Hospitality (2): 10:30am to 1:00pm

Program Volunteer (2): 4:30pm to 7:00pm

Tuesday

Program Volunteer (2): 11:45am to 1:15pm

Hospitality (1): 5:30pm to 7:15pm

Childcare (3): 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Wednesday

Program Volunteer (1): 4:30pm to 6:30pm

Thursday

Program Volunteer (2): 11:00am to 12:30pm

Hospitality (1): 5:30pm to 7:15pm

Childcare (3): 6:00pm to 8:00pm

FAQs

  • There are three steps to the application for our program volunteer team:

    1 - Complete the Volunteer Application including three personal references.

    2 - Complete required clearances

    • DHHS Central Registry Clearance

    • ICHAT – MI State Police Background Check Protect

    • My Ministry – National Combo Search

    3 - Successfully complete online Mandatory Child Safety Training.

  • Yes! Our Volunteer Coordinator is happy to walk you through the process and is here to support you throughout your time at Grace’s Table. Reach out to volunteer@gracestable.com.

  • Grace’s Table has two locations and lots of tasks both small and large. We can host up to 30 people with a little lead time.

  • Yes! Every month, Grace’s Table hosts an event for mamas and their kiddos. We are always in need of extra hands for set up/tear down, activities, meal service, and other tasks that make mamas feel safe and welcome. You’re also welcome to join us as a volunteer at our fund raising events!

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