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5 people are interested
Event Planning Committee
ORGANIZATION: Operation Refuge
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5 people are interested
Operation Refuge is looking for dedicated volunteers to spearhead our first ever Event Planning Committee. We have many events throughout the year and we need more help in order to reach more of our community members. In May we have our annual Tea Party Fundraiser that helps secure funds for our Camp Inspire STEAM summer camp for girls. We also have various literacy workshops for the community throughout the year, as well as STEAM related events for youth. We recently had a Pi Day Fun Day event on March 16th in honor of Pi Day and community members had a lot of fun learning, exploring and creating. We know we can reach more people in the community with your help!
If this unique experience interests you, please contact Sitara Govender at sgovender@waynemetro.org.
More opportunities with Operation Refuge
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Operation Refuge
Location:
27741 Carlyse, Inkster, MI 48141, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to impact lives of individuals, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make our communities a better place to live.
Description
Operation Refuge was officially founded in 2008 as a 501(c)(3) organization, but the seeds of the organization were planted 8 years before. In 2000, Mother’s Pantry began operating out of Christ Temple City of Refuge Church and grew out of Mother Greenwood’s vision to serve vulnerable communities. There was an increased need for food assistance after the nearby GM plant closed down. People were suddenly out of work and struggling to meet basic needs. As a pantry without borders and Inkster’s only client-choice food pantry, Mother’s Pantry continues to fulfill the emergency food needs of communities.
Staff and volunteers identified another pertinent community need and began tutoring youth. In 2008, Gap Dwellers after school tutoring evolved into Camp Inspire due to a lack of opportunity for girls of color in STEAM fields. Camp Inspire began as a summer program for girls that helps them recognize their potential through life-changing, transformational experiences and exposure to STEAM projects. Our robust program is celebrating its 6th year this summer and continues to positively impact lives. We also operate a Leaders in Training (LIT) program which helps teens develop the skills they already have inside--encouraging them to make a positive difference in their own lives and in their community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
27741 CarlysleInkster, MI 48141
DATE POSTED
July 1, 2019
SKILLS
- Fundraising
- Community Outreach
- Critical Thinking
- Multi-Tasking
- Organization
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- It depends on the event.