Ludington Area
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A volunteer who offers their service for the benefit of others is usually a happy person. Nothing feels better than helping your community. You can touch many lives, and in the process, your life will be richly rewarded. It's that easy. No matter how little you have, when you offer your service willingly without pay, much will be given back to you. Find a good cause and fill your heart with all the gifts that come from giving.
Here is the beginning of what we hope to be a long list of volunteering opportunities in your community. Please feel free to email us with your suggestions using the form on our contact us page.
Empowering women and changing lives in Mason, Lake and Oceana counties. We provide shelter for victims of domestic, sexual or child abuse. COVE is always looking for donations and volunteers. If you're in need of help, call the 24-hour crisis line at (800) 950-5808. Make a difference in someone's life.
Hands Extended Loving People
H.E.L.P. Ministries, 910 E. Tinkham Ave., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 843-6811
Ludington Area Center for the Arts
107 S. Harrison, Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 845-2787
The arts community in Ludington is growing, thanks in part to the Center for the Arts, located in the downtown region. This historic building is now a venue for art exhibitions, concerts, films, writers' forums, and a gift shop showcasing West Michigan artists. Hours: Tues-Sat noon-5:30pm.
Ludington State Park
8800 W. M-116, Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 843-2423
New! The outdoor amphitheater at the state park may be rented for open air weddings in a wooded setting, offering reserved parking and exclusive use of the amphitheater facility. The area leading to the Ludington State Park along M-116 has public beaches, but you may need a permit from the State Park to hold your wedding there. The Lake Michigan Beach House in the State Park is not available for rent. The picnic shelter located by the Hamlin Beach House is available by reservation for a fee, or by first-come, first-served basis. For additional details, call their office.
Sandcastles Children's Museum
129 E. Ludington Ave., Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 233-9326
Create...discover...explore. Join us for fun and learning. Featuring 23 interactive exhibits designed to inspire creativity, curiosity, awareness, and love of learning. Special programs: Creative Kids Day-every Tuesday, all day. Fun Fridays-special events every Friday at 11am. Check website for hours. Admission $4.50; annual family memberships $75.
United Way of Mason County
108 S. Rath Ave., Suite 201, Ludington, MI 49431, (231) 843-8593
Our Mission at United Way of Mason County is to mobilize the caring power of individuals and organizations to strengthen our community. Our vision is to be a valued partner in building a stronger, healthier, caring community. Our Values are to be responsive to the needs of people, be respectful to all, be fiscally responsible, act with integrity, and to be creative in seeking solutions.
