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Published 11/11/25 1:04PM
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Handy with tools? Join us for Home Repairs

YWCA OF KALAMAZOO
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Kalamazoo, MI
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    4 to 6 hours
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Housing & Homelessness, Mental Health, Women
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Group Size Cannot Exceed 12 Individuals.

    Description

    Handy with tools? Join us for Home Repairs

    Make a hands-on difference in the community by volunteering with our Housing Rehab Team! This is a great opportunity for individuals or groups who enjoy practical work and want to help create safe, welcoming homes.

    What You’ll Do

    • Assist the Housing Director and staff with a variety of housing repair projects
    • Tasks may include landscaping, painting, flooring, and other minor home repairs
    • Work alongside housing professionals. Training is provided

    Who We’re Looking For

    • Must be 18 years of age or older
    • Able to lift up to 15 pounds
    • Basic knowledge of housing repairs, painting, or flooring is helpful but not required

    Why Volunteer

    • Make a visible, meaningful impact on housing stability
    • Learn new skills in a supportive environment
    • Perfect for service days, team-building groups, or individuals looking to give back

    Your time and effort help strengthen homes and support our community. Join us!

    Training:

    1. Training for projects is provided by the housing director and staff.
    2. General understanding of YWCA Mission.

    This position accepts groups.

    • Group Size Range: 1 - 15

    Location

    On-site

    YWCA Kalamazoo Downtown Location

    353 E. Michigan Avenue, Kalamazoo, Michigan, US

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