Needs From: Mel Trotter Ministries

Volunteers for Tuesday Food Prep will help prepare the Thanksgiving meal two days before Thanksgiving, on Tuesday, November 25, from 9:00 am-12 pm. Food Prep Volunteers must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

Volunteers for Tuesday Food Prep will help prepare the Thanksgiving meal two days before Thanksgiving, on Tuesday, November 25, from 2 pm-5pm at Mel Trotter. Food Prep Volunteers must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

Volunteers will be helping hand out coats and mittens to guests at the meal on Thanksgiving Day.  Volunteers will also help guests to the exit after receiving a coat and mittens, and also stay to help clean up after the Coat Give Away has ended. Volunteers must be 18 years or older. 

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

Volunteers will be available to pray with guests attending the meal. Volunteers must be 18 years or older. 

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Beverage Room Helper prepares coffee and water for the Thanksgiving Community Meal. Volunteers will continuously fill water and coffee dispensers as needed for the Kitchen Runners and Kitchen Team Leaders. Beverage Room Helper volunteers must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Beverage Runner is responsible for ensuring that beverages are brought to the tables in their assigned section. They will get the beverages from their assigned section door at the kitchen and bring them back to the tables. Beverage Runner volunteers must by 14 years or older.

Anyone 14 years or older must register individually as a volunteer for this position.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Coat Check Volunteer is responsible for setting up the coat check room, taking volunteers’ coats and giving them a return number, keeping the coat check room orderly, collecting the numbers when other volunteers come back for their coats, and tearing down the coat check room

Coat Check volunteers must be at least 14 years or older. Younger children may not accompany you in the Coat Check room.

Anyone 14 yrs or older must register individually for this position. 

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Coat Check Volunteer is responsible for setting up the coat check room, taking volunteers’ coats and giving them a return number, keeping the coat check room orderly, collecting the numbers when other volunteers come back for their coats, and tearing down the coat check room

Coat Check volunteers must be at least 14 years or older. Younger children may not accompany you in the Coat Check room.

Anyone 14 years or older must register individually for this position. 

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Condiment Stocker Volunteer helps to provide condiments and other items to Kitchen Runners and/or Kitchen Team Leaders in your assigned section. Condiment Stocker volunteers must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Clean Up Crew will assist with the clean-up of the kitchen hallway, dining room and serving tables, floor, etc after the meal has been served. Volunteers must be 14 years old or older.  

Volunteers over the age of 14 must register individually for this position. 

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

Food Prep Volunteers on Thanksgiving Day will help prepare food for distribution to Kitchen Runners and Kitchen Team Leaders. They will also help clean the kitchen. Food Prep volunteers must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

Food Prep Volunteers on Thanksgiving Day will help prepare food for distribution to Kitchen Runners and Kitchen Team Leaders. They will also help clean the kitchen. Food Prep volunteers must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

Greeters are there to make everyone feel welcome at the Thanksgiving Community Meal. You will direct guests and volunteers to their appropriate locations. Greeters must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Clean Up Crew will assist with the clean-up of the kitchen area after the meal. Kitchen Clean Up Crew volunteers must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Kitchen Runner is responsible for ensuring that food boxes and beverages are available to the Kitchen Team Leaders in their assigned section. Kitchen Runners will move food from the kitchen to the appropriate places in their assigned section as designated by the Kitchen Traffic Directors. They will also ensure specific food items are full in the hot line. Kitchen Runner volunteers must be 18 years or older. **Please note that this role is very active and may require some lifting. 

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Kitchen Team Leader is responsible for providing food boxes & beverages to Table Host Runners in their assigned section. The Kitchen Team Leader will also provide refills on specific items from the hot line. The Kitchen Team Leader is stationed at their assigned door at all times and relies on the Kitchen Runner and/or Kitchen Traffic Directors to ensure they have the food needed. Kitchen Team Leader volunteers must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Kitchen Traffic Directors help direct kitchen traffic, are a liaison between the Kitchen Team Leaders and the Food Prep Team, and a resource for all those working in the kitchen area. Kitchen Traffic Directors must be 18 years or older

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

Registrars check in volunteers for various areas of service.  Shift will be 7 am - 12:15 pm. Registrars must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

Section Leaders assist with overseeing an assigned area in the ballroom. This includes ensuring guests are served meals, assisting Table Hosts, helping to clean up closed sections in the assigned area, and directing volunteers and/or attendees to MTM Staff as needed. Section Leaders must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Spanish-speaking Table Host must speak Spanish. This role involves serving guests food and drinks in the ballroom at appropriate times, as well as making sure to clean up at the close of the event. This position requires you to be relational and conversational. You will sit with guests and share a meal.

There needs to be at least two hosts for every table, aged 14 or older. This allows for there to always be a host at a table while the other host retrieves food and beverage needs from the appointed area.

Hosts must be 14 years old or older to serve.  Hosts between 14 and 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult.  Younger children may accompany you, but should not handle any food or beverage. 

Good news! To make things easier, only one family member needs to register, and that will cover everyone in your household. We hope this makes the process simple and stress-free for you!

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The T-shirt Sorter/Distribution Volunteers sort and place t-shirts on tables for distribution to volunteers. They will also give these shirts to the volunteers. 

Volunteers must be 14 years old or older to serve.  Volunteers between 14 and 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult.  Children under 14 may accompany you. 

Anyone 14 years or older must register individually as a volunteer for this position.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

The Table Host involves serving guests food and drinks in the ballroom at appropriate times, as well as making sure to clean up at the close of the event. This position requires you to be relational and conversational. You will sit with guests and share a meal.

There needs to be at least two hosts for every table, aged 14 or older. This allows for there to always be a host at a table while the other host retrieves food and beverage needs from the appointed area.

Hosts must be 14 years old or older to serve.  Hosts between 14 and 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult.  Younger children may accompany you, but should not handle any food or beverage. 

Good news! To make things easier, only one family member needs to register, and that will cover everyone in your household. We hope this makes the process simple and stress-free for you!

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We’ve got a fun and festive opportunity for you! This Thanksgiving, we’re looking for a cheerful volunteer who’d be willing to wear our turkey costume and help spread some holiday cheer.

It’s all in good fun and guaranteed to bring a lot of smiles! If you're up for the challenge, we’d love to have you be our “Thanksgiving Turkey” for the day. 

We will provide the turkey costume. 

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

Ushers show hospitality to our attendees by helping them to find a seat in the dining room once the doors open. Ushers will escort individuals or groups to their seats. Ushers must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

This position helps direct vehicle traffic to parking on the day of the Thanksgiving Community Meal. Volunteers for this role must be 18 years or older.  Volunteers serving the first shift, please touch base with the 2nd shift for vehicle traffic directors before leaving for the day. 

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

This position helps direct vehicle traffic to parking on the day of the Thanksgiving Community Meal. Volunteers for this role must be 18 years or older.  Volunteers serving the second shift, please touch base with 1st shift volunteers before the shift. 

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

Volunteer Lounge Helpers set up, stock, and clean up coffee and donuts in the Volunteer Lounge. Volunteer Lounge Helpers must be 14 years or older with an adult, or 18 years or older without an adult.

Anyone 14 yrs or older must register individually for this position. 

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We will need volunteers to help sort mittens and sort/hang coats for guests to pick up on Thanksgiving Day after the community meal.  Volunteers must be 18 years or older. 

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

Volunteers for Wednesday Food Prep will help prepare the Thanksgiving meal the day before Thanksgiving, on Wednesday, November 26, from 9:00 am-2:00 pm at Devos Place. Food Prep Volunteers must be 18 years or older.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Celebration Cinema North: 2121 Celebration Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Celebration Cinema North: 2121 Celebration Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Celebration Cinema North: 2121 Celebration Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Celebration Cinema North: 2121 Celebration Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Jenison Thrift Store: 7500 Cottonwood Dr. Jenison, MI 49428

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Celebration Cinema South: 1506 Eastport Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Jenison Thrift Store: 7500 Cottonwood Dr. Jenison, MI 49428

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Celebration Cinema South: 1506 Eastport Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Jenison Thrift Store: 7500 Cottonwood Dr. Jenison, MI 49428

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers acknowledge that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Celebration Cinema South: 1506 Eastport Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Jenison Thrift Store: 7500 Cottonwood Dr. Jenison, MI 49428

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.

We're excited that you will be helping us with our Turkey Drop this year. Your job will be to welcome the public as they drive up, take the turkeys, and put them in nearby bins. A minimum commitment of 3 hours is expected per shift time at the site below:  Celebration Cinema South: 1506 Eastport Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

**If there is a minor, there must be a guardian with them.

By signing up, all volunteers understand that they are serving as volunteers for Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM). Volunteers are not employees of MTM and, therefore, are not entitled to any benefits provided to MTM employees. This includes, but is not limited to, workers’ compensation coverage, disability insurance, wages, or paid time off.