The Detroit Zoological Society has openings for gardeners, staff aids and educators at both Belle Isle and Royal Oak locations. Volunteers cannot handle animals. Detroit Medical Center needs volunteers for diverse tasks such as listening or reading to patients, taking pets to sick children, or working with the clothing exchange program which offers clothing to needy patients. Motor City Blight Busters is looking for people to donate extra cars that are in driveways and yards. Towing is free in the Metro Detroit area, and donors must hold the title to the vehicle and must have it available.
Donors qualify for a tax break on their tax return.
HOPE is recruiting families, scout troops and others to pack and deliver food for homebound seniors. They need educators to tutor adult engineers and community-wide marchers and organizers for its Walk of Justice. Leader Dogs for the Blind is seeking families or individuals to adopt and train a puppy for a year, or walk and groom large dogs using basic obedience commands. Orientation and training are provided. Dominican Literacy Center wants to train volunteers to work with adults ages 18 to 80.