Volunteer
At Meals on Wheels Western Michigan, we’re on a mission to provide quality nutrition services in a supportive environment to promote the health and independence of older adults. Our impact is undeniable. From home-delivered meals, to our senior pantries and dining sites, we are there when seniors need us. We have an amazing staff, but we simply could not do this important work without volunteers. No matter what you do when you volunteer, you are an essential piece to supporting our vision to create a community where no senior is hungry or forgotten.
Whether you can volunteer for a few hours or on a more regular basis, we welcome your service. Sign up to volunteer today. Together, we can make a difference to a senior in need.
Volunteer Opportunities
Listed below you will find many of the opportunities we currently offer. We welcome any additional ideas you may have to show your support and give back to the seniors of Kent County and Allegan County.
For more information, please contact our Volunteer Manager at volunteer@mowwm.org or call (616) 459-3111 ext. 137.
“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.”
– Anne Frank
Delivery Driver
Have the opportunity to deliver meals directly to our homebound seniors throughout Kent County! Drivers use their own vehicles. Must be 18 years of age or older. Opportunity is available M, W, and F with routes delivered between 8am and 1pm.
Emergency Box Assembly
Starting in October, emergency boxes are assembled with shelf stable items. These boxes are delivered prior to the winter season to be used by our homebound clients in the event inclement weather prevents the delivery of their meals.
Bag Decoration
Decorate our brown bags used for meal delivery to brighten up a senior’s day! This is a great opportunity for children and student groups and can be completed off-site at your leisure.
Kitchen Helper
Help with the preparation and packaging of our meals. With a production of over 2,500 meals per day, this is always a great way to help! Opportunity is available M-F, 8am to 2pm and hours are flexible.
Pantry Assistant
Assist with restocking pantry shelves, packing groceries for clients, and repackaging and sorting food items at our northeast Grand Rapids senior food pantry. This opportunity is available Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:30 am-3:30 pm and Thursdays from 9:30 am-5 pm.
Administrative Assistant
Provide office support by performing various clerical duties such as making copies, filing, basic data entry, and making phone calls. Opportunity is available Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for two shifts each day. The first shift is from 8 am-12 pm and the afternoon shift is from 12 pm-4 pm. Times can be flexible.
Special Events
We have special events scheduled throughout the year and are always in need of extra help to ensure they are a great success!
Independent Food Drives
Food drives can be done at any business, church, school or organization at any time of the year. Food collected goes directly to our senior pantry clients.
Yes! I would like to volunteer!
We welcome individuals and groups for a one time experience or for regular, weekly and monthly volunteer commitments.
Please contact our Volunteer Manager at (616) 459-3111 or volunteer@mowwm.org.
February Volunteer of the Month: Camille Bodziak
Congratulations to our February Volunteer of the Month, Camille Bodziak! Her efforts have earned us $6,000 over the course of the project!
December Volunteer of the Month: John Stubbs
John Stubbs was nominated for his willingness to help out in any way needed. Wednesdays you can find him loading up his car to deliver meals to clients on route 2. Fridays you can find him at the front desk answering phones, greeting guests, and helping with other...
November Volunteer of the Month: Kimberly Reynolds
Kim Reynolds was nominated for her diverse volunteer experience with us. She helps anywhere and everywhere. You can find her at Grandville helping in the Home Delivered Meals room, the pantry, mobile pantry sites, and at our dining sites. Kim has a smile for each...
