The Michigan Community Service Commission announced on April 1 that it will fund 19 volunteer projects across the state during Global Volunteer Month, aiming to engage thousands of residents in service activities throughout April and May.
The initiative seeks to promote community involvement and youth engagement, highlighting the importance of volunteering in strengthening local communities. The commission expects to involve about 4,000 volunteers, including approximately 3,000 under the age of 25, contributing nearly 10,000 hours of service as part of Global Youth Service Days from April 24-26.
“Giving one’s time is among the most powerful contributions we can make and collectively the impact can lift others up and strengthen communities. We would like to see every Michigander strive to make a difference during the month of April,” said Michigan Community Service Commission Executive Director Ginna Holmes. “We are proud to support Michigan organizations in engaging youth volunteers that can benefit our state and inspire a lifetime of service.”
Projects funded by grants ranging from $150 to $1,500 include clean-ups, garden planting, assembling care packages, and addressing other community needs. Organizations receiving funding span cities such as Detroit, Flint, Ann Arbor, Alpena, Kalamazoo and more. Some projects are still seeking volunteers; details are available at Michigan.gov/volunteer.
According to the official website, the Bureau of Labor and Economic Opportunity aims to broaden economic opportunities and foster prosperity for all residents across Michigan. The bureau provides services in areas such as economic development, workforce training, housing assistance, mobility programs and unemployment support. It operates within economic development and workforce initiatives according to its official site.
For those interested in additional ways to serve their communities beyond these projects or looking for other opportunities statewide, information is available at volunteermichigan.org.
