Court-Ordered Community Service Jobs

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Browse the list below to read a little about each site. If you're short on time, choose a job from the list in the left menu.

         
Washtenaw Literacy
       Food Gatherers

- You can help others improve their skills in reading and writing. Washtenaw Literacy is looking for persons who are patient, flexible, and culturally sensitive to help with ESL (English as second language) group tutoring or one-on-one tutoring for adults. Assistance may be needed on other hands-on activities as well.



      

Volunteers help in our warehouse sorting produce and non-perishable goods, repackaging bulk foods, and keeping the warehouse clean and food safe.  Others volunteer as "food runners" where they ride along with one of our drivers helping to deliver and pick up food around Washtenaw County.  There are also opportunities at our Community Kitchen where volunteers help prepare and serve meals to those in need.


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Natural Area Preservation       Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley
Nature lovers: work in the natural areas of Ann Arbor's parks doing ecological restoration.  Depending on the time of year, this involves shrub cutting and other plant removal, animal inventory, controlled burns, trail chipping and maintenance.  No experience required.  Work can be moderately strenuous.
       Help make the dream of homeownership a reality for hard-working families in our community! Volunteer at one of our construction sites, where individuals can help build a Habitat home. We are also in need of volunteers to assist in our ReStore by organizing merchandise, greeting customers and cleaning appliances.
         
Heartland Hospice       Shelter Association of Washtenaw County
Heartland Hospice is in need of experienced seamstresses to make items for the office and our clients. Fabric is provided and the work is done from the comfort of your own home!



      

Our dedicated volunteers are involved in nearly every aspect of our services; whether staffing our front desk, serving breakfast to our residents or helping provide medical care at our health clinic. More than simply supporting full-time staff, our volunteers are truly important because of the significant interpersonal contact they have with our clients. Our volunteers often make the difference between providing basic service and touching a person's life. Please note we require a 40 hour commitment of time. 
   
Recycle Ann Arbor Washtenaw County American Red Cross
The ReUse Center is always in need of volunteers to help sort merchandise and provide customer assistance. Community and corporate groups of volunteers are welcome! Volunteers must be age 18 or older.
 The Washtenaw County American Red Cross offers volunteer opportunities for those looking to complete court-ordered community service. Volunteers are needed to staff the blood drives that are held all around Washtenaw County. Most blood drives are held on weekdays during general business hours. Volunteers do not handle any blood or blood products.

Note: The American Red Cross does not accept volunteers with felonies, assault related crimes or weapons charges, and reserves the right to terminate or deny volunteers for any reason.