Thompson Scholars Days of Service
What are Thompson Scholars Days of Service?
Thompson Scholars Days of Service are opportunities for students that are current Thompson Scholars to participate in community service. These days of service will include on-campus events and off-campus opportunities.
A Thompson Scholar is a student who receives one of the following scholarships:
- The Thompson University Preparatory Academy Scholarship
- The Thompson Working Families Scholarship
- The Thompson Working Families Achiever Scholarship
- The Thompson Working Families Transfer Student Scholarship
Thompson Scholars Days of Service Projects
Projects may include:
- Decorating paper bags for Kids Food Basket
- Upcycling t-shirts into dog toys for the Humane Society
- Making cards for children in the hospital, seniors, and soldiers
- Making Bravery Bracelets for the Children's Advocacy Center
- Affirmation bookmarks for SLD Read
- Teacher appreciation cards
- Positivity Pebbles for Blandford Nature Center
Thompson Scholars Days of Service Dates
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Where |
When |
Activity |
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Kid's Food Basket
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October 23, 2024 from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (Meet in KC Lobby at 11:00 am.) |
Join us to help with food prep at the Kid's Food Basket in Kent County! |
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Blandford Nature Center |
November 22, 2024 from 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm (Meet in KC Lobby at 11:30 am.) |
Join us in cutting invasive shrub species in the West Meadows of Blandford Nature Center! |
More Opportunities Coming soon!
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Non-Profit Organization Volunteer Organizations
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Organization |
Mission |
Link to Volunteer Page |
Link to Organization Website |
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Blandford Nature Center |
"The mission of Blandford is to engage and empower our community through enriching experiences in nature. Our vision is a thriving, diverse community that supports a healthy, natural world." |
https://www.blandfordnaturecenter.org/experiences/#volunteering |
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Kids Food Basket |
"We nourish children living at or near the poverty level with critical evening meals to level the playing field for their academic achievement. Equipping children and families with greater access to fresh, locally grown food can help us build a more vibrant, healthier West Michigan." |
https://kidsfoodbasket.org/volunteer/
Additionally, you can stop in the office (KC 1110) for paper bags to decorate for their Sack Suppers. |
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The Humane Society of West MI |
"To promote the humane treatment and responsible care of animals in West Michigan through education, example, placement, and protection." |
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Replenish of GVSU |
"Replenish is an on campus, Grand Valley State University food resource, developed to support students." |
https://www.gvsu.edu/basic/get-involved-with-replenish-14.htm |
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The Children's Advocacy Center |
"Our mission: To provide child centered prevention, advocacy, and team intervention in investigation, assessment, and treatment of child sexual abuse inclusive of all children and families." |
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Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids |
"Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids is located on 90 beautifully wooded and landscaped acres, right near the mighty Grand River. Established in 1885, this building was designed to meet the needs of veterans after the Civil War. However, we have built a new Home on the property to better serve the heroes of today…and tomorrow." |
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Mary Free Bed YMCA |
"Our Veggie Van® runs year round, making daily stops in urban neighborhoods throughout Grand Rapids and Muskegon, ensuring that fruits and vegetables are available to people who otherwise have limited access to fresh produce. We grow and sell locally grown, top-quality fruits and vegetables at reduced prices." |