Volunteering and Community Service
At MESI we rely on the efforts of not only our hardworking round-the-clock staff, but also on the generous donations of our community members' time and labor!
If you are interested in volunteering with MESI or have community service hours that you need to complete, we have a wonderful Volunteer and Donations Coordinator who would love to speak with you. You can contact us at the form below or call in to the shelter during business hours and ask for Adrina! We can accommodate both individuals and groups for service hours.
If you are interested in volunteering with MESI or have community service hours that you need to complete, we have a wonderful Volunteer and Donations Coordinator who would love to speak with you. You can contact us at the form below or call in to the shelter during business hours and ask for Adrina! We can accommodate both individuals and groups for service hours.
Requirements for Volunteers and Community Service Workers
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must schedule a time slot with Volunteer and Donation Coordinator in advance, prior to arriving at MESI.
- Must provide valid photo ID at the time of first shift
- Cannot be a registered sex offender
Home Cooked Meal Program
MESI’s Home Cooked Meal Program provides guests of MESI an effortless, warm, and nutritious meal from community members. Volunteers can bring a home cooked meal once and/or at their convenience throughout the year. The Home Cooked Meal Program serves an average of 30 individuals and/or families residing at the shelter. Although the shelter has a full sized kitchen with food, residents do not always have the time, resources, or knowledge to make a meal for themselves.
If you would like to provide a home cooked meal, meal donations are accepted 7 days a week, between the hours of 8:00AM-8:00PM. Volunteers who have prepared a meal are not required to call in advance before bringing the meal. If you have any further questions regarding the Home Cooked Meal program, please contact staff at [email protected] or call during business hours
If you would like to provide a home cooked meal, meal donations are accepted 7 days a week, between the hours of 8:00AM-8:00PM. Volunteers who have prepared a meal are not required to call in advance before bringing the meal. If you have any further questions regarding the Home Cooked Meal program, please contact staff at [email protected] or call during business hours
