🛠️ January Service Volunteer Roles

 

January 25–30 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Daily
Hosted by AZLR CARES

During our January service week, volunteers will assist with behind-the-scenes preparation and hands-on support to ensure our programs—including Harvest to Thrive—are ready for launch.

🌱 Garden & Program Preparation

• Clearing and organizing designated garden areas

• Removing light debris and preparing spaces for future bed construction

• Sorting and staging garden supplies and tools

• Assisting with layout marking for raised beds and walkways

📦 Donation Sorting & Inventory

• Sorting donated food, supplies, and materials

• Labeling and organizing storage areas

• Creating simple inventory lists for tracking supplies

• Preparing donations for upcoming community distributions

🧺 Community Outreach Support

• Packing care kits or program supplies

• Preparing materials for low-income and unhoused outreach

• Organizing boxes or bags for easy distribution

🗂️ Administrative & Support Tasks

• Assisting with volunteer sign-in and time tracking

• Helping prepare signage, labels, or program materials

• Supporting staff with light administrative duties

🤝 General Service & Support

• Assisting where needed throughout the service window

• Maintaining clean and safe work areas

• Supporting fellow volunteers and staff

👕 What to Expect

• Tasks will be assigned based on ability and comfort level

• No prior experience is required

• Team leaders will be on-site to provide guidance

Hot meals will be provided at the end of each service day as a thank-you to our volunteers.

🌟 Why Your Service Matters

The work completed during January service week lays the foundation for programs that feed, empower, and uplift low-income families and individuals experiencing homelessness throughout the year.