Volunteer
how you can help
Open Volunteer Positions
How You Can Help
Each year, Resilience welcomes hundreds of volunteers from the community. A variety of opportunities are available to support survivors or to support the agency operations.
After Hours Helpline Volunteer
Provide crisis intervention services to survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault. Build an emotionally stable, trusting relationship with survivors in crisis.
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Receptionist Volunteer Position
Provide reception and clerical support to the agency, while representing Resilience to the public and to clients. One 4-hour shift per week.
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Maintenance Volunteer Position
Help keep the Resilience facility functioning! The Maintence volunteer will complete general repairs and small painting projects as needed. Flexible hours.
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Volunteering at Resilience
Our agency has a wide range of volunteer opportunities that can accommodate even the busiest of schedules, and no gift of time or talent is too small. We will train you!
Due to the sensitive nature of our work and level of confidentiality needed to protect our clients, staff and volunteers, all training and volunteer forms must be completed prior to your placement as a volunteer.
If you’re interested in learning more, please contact Sherry Martens (616-494-1747) to schedule an interview with a tour of the agency with a short overview of our programs and services.
Volunteer Application Process
1. Reach Out
Contact Sherry Martens, volunteer coordinator, to confirm current volunteer opportunities and schedule an initial meeting.
2. Initial Meeting
Initial meeting, agency tour and overview of our programs and services with Sherry Martens.
3. Paperwork
Complete and submit volunteer paperwork.
4. Training Session
Attend a volunteer training session, offered each January, May, and September.
Volunteer Application Process
1. Reach Out
Contact Sherry Martens, volunteer coordinator, to confirm current volunteer opportunities and schedule an initial meeting.
2. Initial Meeting
Initial meeting, agency tour and overview of our programs and services with Sherry Martens.
3. Paperwork
Complete and submit volunteer paperwork.
4. Training Session
Attend a volunteer training session, offered each January, May, and September.
Additional Volunteer Opportunities
- Help Line Volunteer
(Days and Weekends) - Receptionist
- Wardrobe for Work/Donations
- Sexual Assault Advocate
- Shelter Volunteers
- Support Group Volunteers (Childcare, Reception and Transportation)
- Girls on the Run Coach
- Household handyman work – light carpentry work, installing hardware and blinds, small repairs and fixes, painting and drywall patching
- Vehicle repair – oil changes, brakes and tires
- Seasonal grounds assistance – power washing of windows and exterior siding, cleaning gutters
Additional Volunteer Opportunities
- Help Line Volunteer
(Days and Weekends) - Receptionist
- Wardrobe for Work/Donations
- Sexual Assault Advocate
- Shelter Volunteers
- Support Group Volunteers (Childcare, Reception and Transportation)
- Girls on the Run Coach
- Household handyman work – light carpentry work, installing hardware and blinds, small repairs and fixes, painting and drywall patching
- Vehicle repair – oil changes, brakes and tires
- Seasonal grounds assistance – power washing of windows and exterior siding, cleaning gutters
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Advocates For Ending Violence
Resilience is dedicated to ending domestic and sexual violence. We offer supportive services and safe housing to survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, and we provide programs to engage and educate community members to help end the cycle of abuse before it begins.
Make A Donation
Your contribution allows us to provide confidential services to all survivors, free of charge.
Reach Out To Us
We are here for you, no matter the time of day. Get the support and security you need.
Advocates For Ending Violence
Resilience is dedicated to ending domestic and sexual violence. We offer support, services, and safe housing to survivors of domestic and sexual abuse, and we provide programs to engage and educate community members to help end the cycle of abuse before it begins.
Make A Donation
Your contribution allows us to provide confidential services to all survivors, free of charge. Thank you for your support.
Reach Out To Us
We are here for you, no matter the time of day. Get the support and security you need.