Literacy and Basic Math Tutors
Tutors are needed at virtually all locations to improve the skills of trainees. No previous teaching experience is required. Literacy Volunteers of America will train volunteers. Once trained, volunteers will choose which location and which population they prefer to assist. For this program, weekly commitments are requested.


Computer Applications Tutor
Tutors in this program must be adept at a common computer application such as Microsoft Word, Excel, etc., and understand Internet access. Also, computer game instructors are needed for the Holly Drop In Center. Commitments from weekly to monthly are available.


Career Boosters
These volunteers enhance trainees’ vocation exposure. They may offer job shadowing to provide trainees with an understanding of what a particular job entails. Also inspirational speakers, career presenters, mock interviewers, and persons with backgrounds in hairdressing, barbering, clothes selection or personal hygiene are needed. Monthly or occasional commitments are acceptable.


Life and Community Skills
Share your expertise with our trainees. Personal finance, time management, crafts and cooking, healthy living and stress management are only a few of the suggested skills needed by our programs. Also, we need inspirational speakers and people willing to manage our voter registration program. Occasional or monthly commitments are available.


Newsletter
Survey graduates, employers, and corporate partners for inspirational outcomes. Prepare articles for internal newsletter. Requires good phone and writing skills.


Event Planning and Assistance
Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit has many special events throughout the year that require extra hands and minds. Holiday parties, trainee lunches, Toys for Tots and award events need planning, setting up, decoration and clean up. The annual Antique Show and Golf Outing provide for many hours of interesting activity. Also, the volunteer department always needs people with administrative skills for mailings, tracking and registrations. Also needed, a Birthday Coordinator at various sites.


Junior Group
The Junior Group is the major fundraising auxiliary for Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit. Its annual Antiques Show is a premier cultural event in the metropolitan area. Membership in the Junior Group is open to women of the community who support Goodwill’s mission and enjoy collegial activities. No expertise in antique collection is necessary.


Greeters
Greet visitors and trainees at various sites. Direct or guide them to their destinations and provide forms and documents to new arrivals. Most of all, be a friendly face and welcome those who may be scared and confused. Weekly or semi-weekly commitment preferred.


Program Outreach
Contact school counselors, special education teachers and students, and other education professionals to provide information concerning our youth programs. Also provide outreach to community groups and professional organizations. Must be comfortable in group settings, and be willing to become a knowledgeable Goodwill ambassador. Commitment varies.