Late October through December is a busy, busy time for The Salvation Army. Coats for Kids, Toy Drives, Food Drives and the Kettle Drive are among the programs that are in full swing. To make those programs a sucess, we need reliable drivers. Drivers are asked to stop at varying locations and pick-up and drop-off items as needed. Some lifting is required. Drivers must have a good driving record. Volunteer drivers will be supplied with a Salvation Army vechile for their hours of service.

The Salvation Army of Genesee County's Emergency Disaster Service (EDS) Canteen is a vital part of our county's first response team. Our canteen is on call 24/7 and is available for three alarm or above fires and emergencies. Once the Canteen is located at an emergency event, it is our key responsibility to provide hydration and food for the responding emergency personnel. Our canteen averages approximately 25 calls a year. This is a very unique volunteer position. Volunteers must be willing and able to: 1. Respond to a fire immediately (24/7) upon receiving a request for support from a local fire department or 911 dispatch. 2. Stop on the way to the fire station to pick up any essential, fresh products. 3. Drive The Salvation Army Canteen (located at the Mundy Twp. Fire Station) to the fire. Volunteers driving the canteen must have a Chauffeur's license (The Salvation Army will reimburse for the expense of the chauffeur's license exam upon successful completion through the Michigan Secretary of State's office.) 4. Provide hydration and nourishment to responding personnel. That may be as simple as coffee, doughnuts and bananas or at bigger events heating up a hearty stew. 5. Volunteers must remain at the fire until dismissed by the Incident Commander. 6. Return the canteen to the Mundy Twp. Fire Station after refueling. Restock used supplies and food to be prepared for the next emergency call. Fill out Run Report paperwork. A volunteer accepting this position will be fully trained before allowed to accept the responsibility of responding to emergencies alone. Interested? Questions? Call Marcia at 232-2196 ext. 227. **This volunteer opportunity is not a JET eligible opportunity.

Join other members of Genesee County's Emergency Disaster Service (EDS) committee as they take the EDS canteen to various publice events. Members work the canteen to prepare and serve anything from coffee and hot chocolate, to a full meal. Members of this committee are also participants in Genesee County's annual Mock Disaster Drill. For more information call Marcia Heller at 810-232-2196 ext 227 or email marcia_heller@usc.salvationarmy.org. **This volunteer opportunity is not a JET eligible opportunity.

Interested in individual/group community service? The Salvation Army often has things we need done around the building. Call Marcia Heller at 810-232-2196 ext.227 or email Marcia at marcia_heller@usc.salvationarmy.org. **This volunteer opportunity is not a JET eligible opportunity.

Picnic in the Park is a free summer lunch program for disadvantaged youth. The program runs Monday - Friday, noon to 3:00. Picnic in thePark begins June 17 and continues until August 16. Volunteers for this important program will help supervise and direct the two hours of crafts and physical activities that follow lunch.

When working with children, consistency is vital. Volunteers must be willing to commit to a regular schedule.

Interested volunteers must call or email to set up an interview with program director.  Accepted volunteers must complete a short, free training program. 

Marcia Heller at (810) 232-2196 ext. 227 or marcia_heller@usc.salvationarmy.org