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The COVID-19 pandemic has broadened existing inequities and continues to bring about new challenges as it touches every part of our lives and economy. While answering to some of those challenges, the pandemic is creating an increased need to assist those most in need. Organizations in and around Detroit have rolled up their sleeves and are calling on volunteers to jump in to help make things a bit easier for one, or many. Here is a list of volunteer opportunities to consider taking on right now.

City of Detroit Memorial Day August 31 in Honor of Lives Lost to COVID-19

As the city plans to install large photos of Detroit residents lost to COVID-19 along a route to Belle Isle, volunteers will be needed throughout the day to assist with entry/registration, traffic control, and Belle Isle clean-up. https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/80e62f7e125c4f8a8f6070c11d1e40ff

Forgotten Harvest

21800 Greenfield Road, Oak Park, MI 48237

Phone: (248) 967-1500

Volunteers are needed to help pack and/or distribute emergency food boxes that will be given to seniors and families in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. Various opportunities and times are available: https://www.forgottenharvest.org/volunteer/

Global Detroit

4444 Second Ave, Detroit, MI 48201

Email: info@globaldetroitmi.org

Those interested in neighborhood revitalization, international students/global talent retention, entrepreneurship, or small business support can sign-up to volunteer here: https://globaldetroitmi.org/volunteer/

Streetwise Partners Detroit

6001 Cass Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202

Phone: (313) 209 – 3341

Streetwise Partners Detroit is continuing its efforts to reduce workforce talent gaps and is in of virtual mentors to help job seekers create resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, virtual interview skills, and more. Volunteer period: Twice weekly from Sept. 8th through Dec. 8th https://liveunitedsem.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=532854

City of Detroit COVID Food Distribution Volunteer

Volunteers are needed to ensure Detroit residents have access to food by assisting with no-contact food delivery – taking place Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. Vehicle ownership required.

Sign-up: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/8f9a5476afeb4b64ac1a5fb89eeb471c

Gleaners Community Food Bank

2131 Beaufait, Detroit MI 48207

Phone: 1-866-GLEANERS

Volunteers are needed to pack emergency food boxes in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Livingston, and Monroe counties, and assemble My Neighborhood Mobile Grocery food orders for families at various pop-up grocery sites. View Gleaners’ Volunteer Hub: https://gcfb.volunteerhub.com/

Yad Ezra

2850 W. 11 Mile Road, Berkley, MI 48072

Phone: (248) 548-3663

This volunteer-driven organization in Oakland County invites you (or your whole group of friends) to help out with its food pantry, client intake, giving gardens, Sunday deliveries. Weekly opportunities open: https://www.yadezra.org/volunteer/

State of Michigan

The state is recruiting volunteers to support efforts to provide food and water, and critical health needs during the pandemic. Dial 2-1-1 to connect with service opportunities in your area, or sign-up online to help local relief efforts: https://volunteermichigan.galaxydigital.com/

COVID Response – Oakland County

This online platform serves to connect Oakland County residents in need with help and resources. Volunteers are needed to pack food in warehouses, purchase food, and deliver to those in need. https://www.mycovidresponse.org/

Hamtramck COVID-19 Response

Volunteer to deliver groceries to seniors in need living in Hamtramck using this community program: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAVIfnlzfITP9jV_TV64JwEWnZ6qDNPaWO0ov4TVhFunqU9w/viewform

Written by Let’s Detroit Alicia McClendon