Sort Donations for Families at Denver Rescue Mission (Ministry Outreach Center) w/ Project Helping

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The Ministry Outreach Center is the central warehouse and distribution location for Denver Rescue Mission. Families, single women, people with disabilities, and seniors in need of food, clothing, furniture, and household items find assistance at this location.

WHAT WILL WE BE DOING?

If you enjoy sorting and organizing, then we could really use your help. The Project Helping group of volunteers will be sorting, stocking and organizing the donated food items in the warehouse, or assisting in the client services department stocking food or clothing. As space is limited, make sure to register before participating in this awesome event!

REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER HERE: http://bit.ly/2iW0gAq

FAQs

Why volunteer?

Through the act of volunteering, you are actively investing in your community while also improving your mental wellness! Volunteering is proven to have numerous health benefits including improved mood, feeling healthier, increased sense of purpose and reducing stress levels. Volunteering can also give us a deep sense of happiness, both immediately and long-term.

* 94% of people who volunteer say that volunteering improves their mood.
* 96% of people who volunteer say that volunteering enriches their sense of purpose.

This is just some of the science that supports our mission and outlines why it’s so beneficial to do good things for others. We call that practicing kindfulness. #DoGoodFeelGood

Does this event require special skills?

Volunteers should be able to lift at least 25 pounds and be comfortable working in a warehouse setting. We also consider willingness to help others a very special skill, but you’re reading this, so you already have that one!

Are there age requirements for volunteering?

This opportunity has a minimum age of 16 years old for safety reasons. Please do not bring family members or guests who are under 16.

ALL THE DETAILS: Where to meet and park? What to wear and bring? What is the agenda for the day?

Once you register, you’ll receive a confirmation email with all the details. We’ll also send a reminder email and a text a few days before the event!

To make sure you get the emails, please add Project Helping ( volunteer@projecthelping.org) to your contacts.