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(989) 400-4126
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Volunteer

Show up for your community.

Volunteers create the welcoming, steady environment that makes ICRH work. Serve regularly, help with a meal, support an event or bring a group.

Two volunteers in aprons serving food at the shelter

Before you sign up

Volunteer requirements

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Show a valid photo ID
  • Complete the sign-up form and agree to a background check
  • Renew your background check every year
  • Complete volunteer training before your first shift

Confirm requirements.

The background check is handled through ICRH's secure volunteer system. Please don't email personal details like your Social Security number.

How it works

Three steps

  1. Sign up

    Complete the online volunteer form.

  2. Background check

    Once it clears, you'll get training details.

  3. Pick your shifts

    Choose from open shifts using the scheduling link.

Opportunities

Ways to serve

Evening meals

Prepare and serve dinner with your church, family or team.

Meal team guide

Shelter support

Help staff keep the shelter running and spend time talking with guests.

Cleaning and facility

Pitch in on cleaning, organizing donations and small projects.

Events

Help with Party for a Purpose and other fundraisers.

Board and committees

Lend professional skills in finance, legal, marketing or social services.

Board service

Supply drives

Collect wish-list items at your workplace, school or congregation.

Groups

Bring your group

Churches, businesses, teams and student groups are welcome. Tell us about your group and we'll find a good fit.

Every adult volunteer completes their own background check.

Please don't include Social Security numbers, medical information, financial account numbers or other sensitive personal information. See our privacy policy.

Volunteer coordinator

Cindy Hoyle, Volunteer Manager & Community Liaison

Can't make a shift? Call (989) 400-4126 as soon as you can.

What to wear

Business casual, and jeans are fine. Skip cropped or revealing clothing and shirts with offensive language or alcohol or drug logos.

Volunteer FAQs Volunteer handbook