ArtPrize

ArtPrize is an international art competition and cultural festival held annually in Grand Rapids, Michigan - a celebration of ideas, conversations, experimentation, and inclusiveness. Both Group Volunteering(Pre-Event Support, Stewarding at Arborialis, and Wayfinding.) and Individual Volunteering (Wayfinding, Pre-Event Support, Event Support, ClubHouse Support, and Education Assistance.) opportunities are offered.

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Baxter Community Center

Baxter believes that our neighbors know best what their community needs and how to help each other. We serve as a place where people can come together in the spirit of support and unity to achieve progress through our Child Development Center and school aged programs, Emergency food and clothing pantry, Garden and greenhouse programs, and Wholistic Health Center. 

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Bridge Street Ministries

Bridge Street Ministries is a youth development organization in Grand Rapids dedicated to equipping and empowering youth, through holistic development, to be future leaders of restoration and hope in their communities. We offer volunteer plus after school programs for youth, and a gap year internship program called Grand Rapids Bridge Year.

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Disability Advocates of Kent County

Disability Advocates work alongside people with disabilities as they seek to lead self-directed lives and we advocate for accessible and welcoming communities. Actively seeking a Public Policy, Poly Science, Non-Profit Administration, Communication, Architecture, or Interior Design Intern. This internship will focus on working on/with Accessibility Services, Business Development, Community Organizing, Community Partnerships, Legislative Engagement, and administrative tasks.

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Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan

The Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan is a resource and advocacy organization promoting public awareness and supporting lifelong opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome. Programs that we need volunteers for in the fall/winter include Buddy Up Tennis, Cooking Capers, Developmental Sports, Shape Up, and Special Events.

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GVSU CLAS Center for Experiential Learning (CCEL)

The CLAS Center for Experiential Learning (CCEL) advocates for and supports programs that provide students with the practical skills and real-world experience necessary for success. Through the lens of equity and excellence, our programs support high-impact and experiential learning opportunities that ensure all students gain the confidence to pursue their passions.

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GRTV

GRTV is the public access station for Grand Rapids. As a service of the Grand Rapids Community Media Center, GRTV is a noncommercial, free speech platform dedicated to broadcasting programming submitted by community residents and organizations to showcase a wide variety of diverse perspectives that represent the local Grand Rapids community. Opportunities available: paid video production internship - project based and volunteer opportunities in video production and post-production on community programming and live event coverage.

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Girl Scouts Michigan Shore to Shore

Girl Scouts is the largest leadership organization for girls 5-18 in the world, and pairs girls with strong, caring female role models and mentors who prepare them to take the lead. Girl Scouts of all backgrounds participate in unique girl-led experiences, enabling girls to explore their potential with courage, confidence, and character while making the world a better place.

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IKUS Life Enrichment Services

IKUS Life Enrichment Services empowers individuals with disabilities of all ages to live joyful, independent lives through person-centered programs that focus on skill development, meaningful relationships, and having fun. From adaptive recreation at Indian Trails Camp to supported employment, community living support, and individualized skill-building, IKUS offers a wide range of services tailored to each person's unique needs. With a commitment to safety, dignity, and personal growth, IKUS helps every individual create another best day.

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Kent County Parks

Kent County Parks Land Stewardship and Volunteer Services empowers community members to steward parks by protecting biodiversity, managing invasive species, and fostering resilient ecosystems through partnerships that ensure vibrant, healthy parks for future generations. Various opportunities available including volunteer projects, stewards, interns that assist with many different tasks from research, outreach to natural resource management.

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Ronald McDonald House Charities West Michigan

Since 1990, Ronald McDonald House Charities West Michigan has provided a home away from home for families traveling to Grand Rapids for their child's medical care. From preparing home-cooked meals and baking treats to helping with household tasks and organizing donation drives, there are many meaningful ways to support families with hospitalized children. Whether you volunteer as an individual or with a group, your time helps create a warm, welcoming environment for families in need.

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Resilience: Advocates for Ending Violence

We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting survivors and ending domestic violence through advocacy, education, and direct services. Program support internship, prevention program internship, group volunteering for cleaning/organizing, yardwork, volunteering to sort through donations and volunteering for our front desk receptionist.

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Revive & Thrive Project

We provide nourishing meals to those facing a health crisis while empowering the next generation.

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Oasis of Hope

At Oasis of Hope, We provide free medical care for people who don't have health insurance. Volunteer positions are available as medical assistant, medical scribe, or translator.

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Treetops Collective

Cross-cultural movement seeking to create communities of belonging and rootedness through connecting with and investing in New American (refugee/immigrant) women and teen girls.

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Ottawa County Parks and Recreation

Mission Statement is to enhance well-being by stewarding a connected system of natural communities and promoting outdoor experiences.

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YWCA West Central Michigan

The YWCA West Central Michigan inspires hope and healing. Where racism and sexism give rise to domestic and sexual violence, we transform lives with expert services for victims, education to end those things that fuel abuse, and public policy that translates our mission into law.

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