The organization welcomes student volunteers, offering them an opportunity to learn about farm sanctuaries and support its mission. Casey Ehlert, a volunteer and Mitten Misfits event coordinator, said she enjoys seeing students get involved.

“I love you guys coming out. It’s amazing to provide an experience for those who can't volunteer daily or on a weekly basis, having you be exposed to a different type of lifestyle and the other kinds of nonprofits that are out there, and seeing the need for a farm sanctuary,” Ehlert said.

MSUMA began volunteering at 11 a.m. on Sunday. Students were divided into five groups to complete various tasks around the farm, including unloading donated food, breaking down boxes and feeding animals.

According to MSUMA philanthropy director Ryan Damian, the organization is the largest major-related club at the Eli Broad College of Business.

Damian said organizing volunteer opportunities is a rewarding part of his role and that members enjoy giving back to the community.

For Ehlert, volunteering at Mitten Misfits offers more than an opportunity to help with farm tasks. She said volunteers can build connections with the animals while learning about each animal’s individual experiences.

Mitten Misfits is always welcoming volunteers, Ehlert said, describing the experience as “positively rewarding.”

“You feel good. You bond with the animals, and each animal has a different story,” Ehlert said.

MSUMA events director Madelin Medvitz has volunteered at Mitten Misfits each time the group has gone. She said the experience allows her to explore different aspects of farm volunteering and interact with the animals.

“It's just cool to be able to see all the different sides of volunteering on a farm and getting to interact with the animals,” Medvitz said.

For marketing sophomore Gianna Conflitti, Sunday's event was her first time volunteering at the sanctuary. She said it felt good to contribute to the organization.

“It's good to know that I'm helping the mission,” Conflitti said.