Child & Family Services Volunteer Newsletter
April 2019
Welcome to the CFS Volunteer Newsletter!

This newsletter is a new addition to the volunteer program at CFS and one that I hope you will find relevant and enjoy receiving throughout the year. The purpose of this volunteer newsletter is to not only keep you informed of upcoming volunteer events and projects, but to also to give you an opportunity to explore volunteer opportunities that you may have not known about or experienced before.

Along with sharing opportunities, this is also a way to showcase all of the wonderful efforts that you put into CFS and the impact that those efforts have on our programs, our staff and our community. I feel that it's important to show you how your efforts have a connection to the larger vision and mission of CFS, because they absolutely do.

Although I have only been at CFS since the holidays, I immediately saw the unrelenting passion of staff, Board and volunteers for what CFS stands for and accomplishes in our community. I am proud to be a part of the CFS team and appreciate the warm reception from those of you I have met and I look forward to meeting those of you I haven’t had the chance to catch up with yet. That being said, I would love to hear about your experiences at Child and Family Services, the volunteer program, and events that you have volunteered at. Please feel free to reach out and chat—I would love to hear from you! Cheers!  
Kendra Luta
Donor and Volunteer Relations Specialist
Happy National Volunteer Week!
April 7 - 13, 2019
Many organizations and non-profits would look very different if it were not for the extraordinary efforts of their volunteers and CFS is no exception. All of us at CFS see your passion for our mission. We hear your stories. And we know the impact of your time, skills and expertise. Thank you, thank you, thank you , for all that you do and for making a difference in so many lives.
CFS is a member of Northwest Michigan Association of Volunteer Administrators (NMAVA) and as a special THANK YOU for everything our volunteers contribute to our community, we invite you and a guest to a FREE screening of Mary Poppins Returns at the State Theatre on Saturday, April 27.

The movie begins at 3:30 pm with the doors opening at 3:00 pm and includes a free popcorn and fountain drink. Actual tickets are not needed; your name will be on a list at the door. There are limited seats for this event so if you would like to attend please reserve your seat by contacting Kendra at kluta@cfs3l.org or 231-946-8975 x1038.

A Few Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Global Youth Services Day volunteer event
Saturday, April 27--9:30 am-3 pm
Reining Liberty Ranch
Join our YouthWork crews as they help the veterans, families, and the volunteer force of Reining Liberty Ranch prepare for the warm weather. Activities for the day include sprucing up the grounds, planting native plants and spring housecleaning. Food and fellowship included. For more information email Cathye Williams or call at 231-634-7672.
Belle Iron trail clean up with YouthWork crews
Friday, May 17--10 am to 3 pm
Gaylord, MI
Are you interested in getting some outdoor volunteer time in this spring? Join our YouthWork crew as they help clean up the new Belle Iron Trail in Gaylord. This will be a community effort with other projects available in public spaces that touch the trail as well. Early registration will earn you a t-shirt and lunch. Register for this awesome event here!
REO Third Level Golf Outing
Friday, June 21
Elmwood Golf Course
Nothing says summer like a beautiful day out on the course! Help out on a Friday full of fun, friends, and lots of good times. Shifts are 2-3 hours long and include helping out with games, registration and food, among other things. Contact Kendra at kluta@cfs3l.org or 231-946-8975 x1038 if you would like to help out or have any questions. See you on the greens!
If you are interested in any of these opportunities or would like more information about volunteering, please contact Kendra Luta at kluta@cfs3l.org or 231-946-8975 x1038.
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