Get Involved
Peace Neighborhood Center has an ongoing need for volunteers in many capacities. We would love to work with you to find a good fit within our existing programs.
In addition, if you are interested in larger, one-time projects such as landscaping and grounds maintenance, please call Bonnie Billups, Jr. at 734.662.3564.
Summer Day Camp Volunteer Opportunities | Academic Bridge Camp | School Year Volunteer Tutoring | Food Service | Volunteer Interest Form
Summer Day Camp
We are currently looking for volunteers to work with elementary and middle-school students within our Summer Day Camp program that runs between June 24th and August 5th. Elementary-aged children participate in a variety of special interest clubs, recreational activities, and field trips. Middle school youth participate in leadership activities, teambuilding exercises, college and career prep field trips, and community service projects.
Current opportunities:
Special Interest Club Leader/Assistant
Mondays (10:15-11:45 AM and/or 1:15-2:45 PM)
Volunteers with talents in sports, arts, STEM, or other special interests can lead or assist a special club. Volunteers can commit to the morning and/or afternoon club times. Clubs present at the Summer Day Camp celebration on Tuesday 8/6 5:00-7:00 PM. Please contact MaryAnn directly if you are interested in leading/assisting within a special club.
Club Dates: Tues 6/25, Mon 7/1, Mon 7/8, Mon 7/15, Mon 7/22, Mon 7/39, Mon 8/5
Academic Support
Monday – Thursday (9:00-10:15 AM)
Assist staff and children with our academic hour. Work on math, reading, and writing skills. Volunteers commit to at least 1 morning a week for the 6 weeks of camp.
Extended Care Assistant
Monday – Thursday (3:00-5:30 PM)
Assist staff with the general supervision and care of youth in the extended care program. Prepare and serve snacks, facilitate group activities, model positive interactions, and maintain a safe atmosphere. Volunteers commit to at least 1 afternoon a week for the 6 weeks of camp.
Volunteer orientation dates for Summer Day Camp:
Please note: You must attend a Volunteer Orientation in order to serve. Please bring your ID with you to orientation. We will complete a background check on volunteers 18 yrs & older.
Tuesday, June 18th at 5:30 – 6:30 PM OR Thursday, June 20th at 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Please contact MaryAnn Meyers at mmeyers@peaceneighborhoodcenter.org or (734) 662 – 3564 if you have questions.
Academic Bridge Camp
We are currently looking for volunteers for one-on-one tutoring with elementary and middle-school students within our Academic Bridge Camp program that runs between August 12th and August 22nd.
Current opportunities:
Academic Camp Tutor
Monday-Thursday (10:00 AM-11:30 AM)
Work one-on-one with a child to maintain and increase academic skills. Assist children with workbook activities, academic games, reading practice, and literacy skill building. Volunteers are asked to commit to the entire two-week session and will work with the same child over the course of these weeks. We will consider volunteers who can commit to one of the two weeks.
Volunteer orientation dates for Academic Bridge Camp:
Please note: You must attend a Volunteer Orientation in order to serve. Please bring your ID with you to orientation. We will complete a background check on volunteers 18 yrs & older.
Friday, August 9th 1:00 – 2:00 PM OR Monday, August 12th 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Please contact MaryAnn Meyers at mmeyers@peaceneighborhoodcenter.org or (734) 662 – 3564 if you have questions.
School Year
Volunteer Tutoring
We will be looking for volunteers to work with elementary, middle, and high school students within our after school programs for the 2019-2020 school year. Volunteers assist with homework AND help build academic skills.
Our MINIMUM commitment for tutoring is once a week for a semester. It is very important to us that you can commit without absence for the days/hours you indicate.
Current opportunities for after school tutors:
With Elementary Students
- Tuesdays and/or Thursdays
5:45-6:45 PM @ Peace Neighborhood-1111 N Maple Rd - Mondays and/or Wednesdays
4:45-5:45 PM @ our Maple Meadows Satellite Center- 880 S. Maple Road
With Middle School Students
- Mondays and/or Wednesdays
5:30-6:45 PM @ Peace Neighborhood -1111 N Maple Road - Tuesdays and/or Thursdays
5:00-6:00 PM @ our West Arbor Satellite Center- 717 N. Maple Road
With High School Students
- By appointment
Volunteer orientation dates:
Please note: You must attend a Volunteer Orientation in order to serve as a tutor. Please bring your volunteer application & ID with you to orientation. We will complete a background check on volunteers 18 yrs & older.
We have already held all scheduled volunteer orientations for the Winter 2019 semester. Volunteer orientations for the upcoming 2019-2020 school year will be scheduled for September 2019 after the conclusion of our summer programs.
Please contact MaryAnn Meyers at mmeyers@peaceneighborhoodcenter.org or (734) 662 – 3564 for instructions on how to complete a volunteer application prior to an orientation session.
Food Service
An integral part of these programs is the daily meal each child is served upon arriving at the center. For many children, the food served at Peace Neighborhood Center is their primary meal for the evening. Each year, Peace Neighborhood Center serves over 14,000 meals. Meal preparation is needed every afternoon Monday through Thursday during the school year.
For more information about these activities, please email MaryAnn Meyers at: mmeyers@peaceneighborhoodcenter.org.
