Volunteers are what makes Grace Centers of Hope what it is, a community reaching out and serving those in need. We have a variety of opportunities onsite and offsite for individuals or groups. Serving meals, tutoring, or painting a house in Little Grace Village are just a few of the ways you can help.
We depend on volunteers to keep our programs, services, and opportunities going for our men, women, and children. We couldn’t do this without you! Thank you for partnering with us and helping to build our community well into the future.
Grace Kids and Teens
For the dedicated volunteer looking to make a meaningful impact, Grace Kids and Teens offers the chance to invest in the next generation. Every Wednesday during church services, you can bring joy and encouragement to our children as they learn about Jesus in a fun and nurturing environment. Whether you’re playing, teaching, or simply being a steady presence, your time with Grace Kids and Teens will leave a lasting impact on them—and you!
Grace Kids & Teens: Sunday, 10:30am-12:30pm and Wednesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Kitchen
Come help serve the residents at Grace Centers of Hope through either our Men’s Kitchen or Women’s Kitchen. You can tailor your serving experience to bring food, prepare food, serve food, do all three, or jump in and have our kitchen staff assist you in creating one of our meals.
Lunch: 10:15-12:30. 7 days a week.
Dinner: 4:15-6:30. 7 days a week.
Landscaping
Do you enjoy the outdoors and find yard work to be therapeutic? Perfect for large groups,
this serving opportunity is available in the Spring, Summer, and Fall, help beautify the community of Pontiac, MI by helping plant flowers, tend to our greenhouse or community garden, rake leaves, and SO much more.
Landscaping can be done Monday-Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm
Hands of Hope Childcare
For the very special volunteer who wants to help nurture the future leaders of tomorrow, consider serving with the children at our Hands of Hope Daycare. From teaching to
preparing meals to being a consistent presence our kids can count on, volunteering with
our children is an opportunity that leaves a BIG impact.
(Applicants must go through a 2-step screening process before serving at the daycare facility)
Thrift Stores
Our 4 thrift stores, located in Waterford, Sterling Heights, Warren, and Oak Park are looking for volunteers to help sort items, greet customers, and many other roles. If you have experience working in retail, this could be just the serving opportunity for you.
Oak Park Store: Monday-Saturday, 10:00am-1:00pm & 1:00pm-4:00pm
Waterford, Sterling Heights & Warren Stores: Monday-Saturday, 10:00am-4:30pm
House Repairs
Our community currently has 58 homes and within those homes, graduates of our
programs, leading new exciting sober, and God-driven lives, live with other graduates or families of their own. This serving opportunity will require individuals with skills that
pertain to the task at hand, whether it is making repairs or rehabbing new homes that are purchased throughout the year.
David Clegg – Kitchen Volunteer
“It’s very rewarding to volunteer and contribute to the overall mission at Grace Centers of Hope. Working in the kitchen, I have developed friendships with other volunteers, employees, and residents in the programs. It’s a great way to give back”.
Jennifer Coppola (Valeo N.A) – Landscaping Volunteer
“Every year Valeo cleans up and plants the garden at Grace Center of Hope. I have been the head of this project for 3 years now. This project is one of the favorites here at Valeo. Not only is it nice for people to get out of the office, but people also really love what Grace is doing to help people in the community. I personally have known people who have gone through the program and are living a very good successful/ clean life. I absolutely love volunteering for Grace. I find it very easy. The communication is wonderful with the people in charge of the garden year by year. I look to continue volunteering for more projects at Grace and of course the yearly garden.“
Jennifer Coppola (Valeo N.A) – Landscaping Volunteer
“Every year Valeo cleans up and plants the garden at Grace Center of Hope. I have been the head of this project for 3 years now. This project is one of the favorites here at Valeo. Not only is it nice for people to get out of the office, but people also really love what Grace is doing to help people in the community. I personally have known people who have gone through the program and are living a very good successful/ clean life. I absolutely love volunteering for Grace. I find it very easy. The communication is wonderful with the people in charge of the garden year by year. I look to continue volunteering for more projects at Grace and of course the yearly garden.“
Chelsea Schell – Kitchen Volunteer
“I first toured Grace Centers when I was 5 years old. I was so impacted back then and have donated and volunteered on and off my whole life. I’ve always had a special place in my heart for this place. I recently moved back to the area and wanted to get back into volunteering regularly. Now they can’t get rid of me haha! Giving back/serving/being a blessing is the most important thing we can do in our lives. I make it a priority to serve at Grace weekly and although technically I’m “volunteering to help” at Grace Centers… I feel like I’m the one that is truly blessed by this place and these people. You just have to come and experience it for yourself to understand. The people I volunteer with feel like family. I adore them. We have such a great time and I’m just so blessed by every second I’m here.“
Loreen Osimowicz (aka)Grandma – Daycare Volunteer
“Being a widow for less than a year, I desperately needed to find purpose in life after the death of my husband. I first came to Grace on 2/14/24 to work in the Mission Kitchen. The friendly and appreciative atmosphere was just what I needed. I now volunteer weekly at Hands of Hope, the children started calling me Grandma and I was hooked! They are helping to heal my heart with hope and joy. The laughter, hugs, and smiles are priceless, giving me purpose as I move forward in this new chapter of my life. Grace Center of Hope is a blessing for all who are involved with them!“
Loreen Osimowicz (aka)Grandma – Daycare Volunteer
“Being a widow for less than a year, I desperately needed to find purpose in life after the death of my husband. I first came to Grace on 2/14/24 to work in the Mission Kitchen. The friendly and appreciative atmosphere was just what I needed. I now volunteer weekly at Hands of Hope, the children started calling me Grandma and I was hooked! They are helping to heal my heart with hope and joy. The laughter, hugs, and smiles are priceless, giving me purpose as I move forward in this new chapter of my life. Grace Center of Hope is a blessing for all who are involved with them!“
Resident Needs
Women's Department Needs
Underwear
Comforters (twin, yellow)
Sheets (twin)
Laundry Detergent
Life Application Bibles
Vacuums
DVD Player
Meijer and Wal-Mart Gift Cards
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Men's Department Needs
Vacuums
Deodorant
Shampoo
Men’s T-Shirts (L, XL, XXL)
Pillows
Underwear
Meijer or Wal-Mart Gift Cards
Christian Movies or Training Series
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Children's Department Needs
Diapers: Sizes 3 – 7
Pull-Ups: Sizes 2t/3t and 4t/5t
Wipes: Scented and Unscented
Snacks: Graham Crackers, Pretzels, Veggie Sticks, Ritz Whole Wheat Crackers, Goldfish, Mixed Fruit Cups, Applesauce cups, Cheerios, Savoritz Crackers, String Cheese, Animal Crackers, Chocolate Cake
Drinks: Juicy Juice 100% Fruit Juice, milk
Fruit: Bananas, Cantaloupe, Watermelon, Strawberries, Raisins, Apples, Pears. Pineapple, Oranges
Vegetables: Frozen vegetables, Frozen Mixed Vegetables
Other Needs: Coffee, Coffee Creamer, Sugar, Syrup, Ranch Dressing, Ketchup, Plastic wrap, Dish Soap, Napkins, Plastic Forks, Plastic Wrap, Aluminum Foil, Dishwashing Liquid
Gift Cards: Meijer and Wal-Mart
Office Needs: White Copier Paper
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Department Needs
Volunteer Department Needs
Home Depot gift cards
Yard Cart
New hoses
Recycle bags
Shovels
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Career and Education Center Needs
One and a half inch 3 Ring Binders
Smart Bus Passes
Calculators
GED Books
Coffee, Creamer, and Sugar
Bottled Water
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Maintainance Needs
Toilet Paper
16 gallon and 55′ gallon Trash Bags
Pine Cleaner
Bleach
Comet/Ajax
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Kitchen Needs
Milk
Ground Beef
Cheddar Cheese
Canned Corn
Eggs
Fresh Produce
Kitchen Knife Set
Paper Products
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