Nonprofit
Published 9/26/25 12:55PM

Help adolescents and young adults by joining the Corner Store team!

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Ypsilanti, MI
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    2-4 hours per week. This position is for a weekly shift - has the same start and end time each week. Ideally for at least 6 weeks.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine, Hunger, Food Security, LGBTQ, Volunteering
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Seeking folks who are personable and comfortable working with diverse populations.

    Description

    Help adolescents and young adults by joining the Corner Store team!

    In a nutshell: Our Corner Store Volunteers help connect patrons to much-needed resources, including fresh food, hygiene and household items, and more! The Corner Store is a free resource for both Corner patients and the community, at large. The Corner Store Volunteer will manage the overall functioning of the Corner Store during their shift.

    Time Commitment:

    At least 3-4 hrs/wk. This is a weekly shift - the same day and time each week - ideally with intention of staying for at least 6 weeks or more. We are not open on weekends.

    Duties: Tasks may vary depending on which shift is being worked.

    • Assist patrons with their shopping experience in the Corner Store
    • Record and enter traffic data into Linktofeed database
    • Maintain accurate inventory, organize and restock items
    • Promote Corner programs, services, and relevant community resources
    • Sign in and out of the volunteer hours tracker
    • Other responsibilities and projects, as needed

    Qualifications:

    • Must be 18+ years of age
    • Good communication and customer service skills
    • Maintaining privacy and confidentiality of all personal information
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
    • Ability to stand, lift, walk and bend, and go up and down stairs
    • Physical capability to lift up to 20lbs. Accommodations can be made, as needed
    • Comfortable working with people of varying sexual, gender, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds
    • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

    Training:

    • Volunteer orientation paperwork
    • In-person training/shadowing with the Volunteer Coordinator

    1 shift available:

    • Currently in need of Monday or Wednesday afternoon coverage: shift times can be 1-5pm, 2-5pm, or 1-4pm.: 13:00 to 16:45 EST

    Location

    On-site
    47 N Huron St., Ypsilanti, Michigan, US

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