10/30/2026
Hi my name is Jenna – I’ve volunteered at Rustic Market for a little over a year. I volunteer twice a week, with a group of adult special needs students. The students attend Life Learning Center, a transition school for adult students, which is a part of the Kentwood Public School District.
Their experience at Rustic Market helps them learn basic job and communication skills for future job placement. It is rewarding watching them grow and learn, as well as teaching them the importance of volunteering within the community. Because of this experience, and learning more about the mission of Rustic Market, I also decided to volunteer over the summer break when I had extra time. During the school year, I supervise the students in general cleaning and stocking shelves. Over the summer, I primarily stocked shelves.
One of the reasons I enjoy volunteering at Rustic Market is that I love being able to give back to the community. My fellow volunteers are fantastic to work with and it is very rewarding knowing that I’m part of a team that does so much for the community.
In my free time, I enjoy crocheting and reading historical fiction and horror books.
Thank you, Rustic Market for being welcoming and being supportive of our student volunteer team and making us feel a part of the Rustic Market Team!
