Active Event Types

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Any individual event type could be part of an active request for multiple organizations currently and/or in the future.

1: Clean Things

Purpose

Keep Mission Arvada Tidy and in Code

Duties

Perform vital cleaning tasks as required by activity
Cleaning may be basic, intensive, or anywhere inbetween
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2: Clothing Drives

Purpose

Ensure that The Rising never runs out of critical clothing

Duties

Organize clothing and cash collection in your church
Plan and communicate needs
Collect donations
Sort, bag and label donations by size & type
Deliver clothing to the Rising or a central storage location
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3: Community Ambassador Program

Purpose

Be a bridge builder in the Olde Town retail areas

Duties

Walk Olde Town Arvada in two hour shifts
Follow the guidance of the Lead Ambassador
Pick up trash, and pet droppings
Interact in a positive way with retail owners and unhoused people
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4: Day Shelter Hospitality Assistant

Purpose

Support day shelter operations and provide a welcoming environment for guests.

Duties

Assist guests with check-in and basic questions.
Distribute coffee, snacks, or meals.
Keep common areas tidy (wiping tables, sweeping, restocking supplies).
Help with laundry service if offered.
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5: Donation Sorting & Inventory Helper

Purpose

Organize incoming donations so staff can distribute them efficiently.

Duties

Sort clothing, hygiene items, and household goods following posted procedures
Fold, label, and store items in designated areas
Check for worn or unusable items
Help set up donation tables or racks for clients
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6: Food Drives for various recipients

Purpose

Collect appropriate food and cash donations

Duties

Organize food collection in your church
Plan and communicate needs
Collect donations
Store donations
Distribute donations appropriately
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7: Grounds & Facilities Support

Purpose

Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

Duties

Sweep walkways, clean outside seating areas, and pick up litter around the building.
Assist with basic cleaning tasks indoors (mopping, trash removal, wiping down surfaces).
Help staff set up rooms for groups, meetings, or activities.
Report needed repairs or safety issues.
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8: Kitchen Support

Purpose

Help prepare and serve food, and clean up after

Duties

Cook and prepare food for serving
Prepare serving and eating areas / tables
Collect dishes and bring to dishwasher
Run the dishwasher & put away dishes
Clean the kitchen as needed before leaving
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9: Mission Arvada Orientation

Purpose

Required orientation for all MA Volunteers

Duties

Fill out required form
Sign Waivers
Learn key aspects of Mission Arvada Services
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10: Move-in Support

Purpose

Help people move into a new home

Duties

Pick up household items from storage as needed
Transport items to new home
Help with various move-in tasks
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11: Registration / information Table

Purpose

Provide information and materials as needed

Duties

Varies by request
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12: Test Program

Purpose

The program is used for testing the website

Duties

Example duty 1
Example duty 2
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