Support the Community You Love

Visit our Arvada-based stores to pick up donated food items and deliver it to the food pantry. You are welcome to use your own vehicle or pick-up truck but may also use the pantry’s vehicles if necessary.

DAYS AND TIMES
Thursdays and Fridays: 9:30 AM
Saturday 8:15 AM

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
Approximately 2 hours / week

The donated food items need to be sorted and organized prior to distribution. Unsuitable items are separated and disposed of, and shelf-stable items are organized on the shelves.

DAYS AND TIMES
Saturdays 8:30 – 9:30 AM

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
1 hr/wk

Our pantry guests can pick the items they need from the shelves. Our shopping assistants are friendly guides that create a pleasant shopping experience for everyone.

DAYS AND TIMES
Saturdays 8:30 – 10:30 AM

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
2 hrs/wk

If you are outgoing and love to build relationships, consider helping in this important frontline role. Greet guests upon arrival at the pantry, assist with intake forms, answer questions, and interact with food pantry guests.

DAYS AND TIMES
Saturdays 8:30 – 10:30 AM

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
2 hrs/wk

Help us get the word out to our community about The Bridge Food Pantry and the Reference Hub.

DAYS AND TIMES
TBD

In this vital role, you will be the frontline person in the Reference Hub, welcoming visitors as they come in for assistance. You will provide them with guidance, information, and assist them in completing the relevant paperwork.

DAYS AND TIMES
M-W-F from 12:00 – 3:00 PM

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
2-3 hours/week

If you are a connector, and love networking and building relationships in the community this role is for you. We need your skills to expand our database of non-profit organizations in Jefferson County.

DAYS AND TIMES
Varies

Provide meals or financial assistance towards a meal for Wednesday night dinners at Cross Purpose. This dinner is offered at no charge for students (Leaders) and their mentors (Allies), offering an opportunity for new friendships, mentoring and relationship building. The typical cost for a dinner is no more than $400. Any financial assistance to help offset the cost will be greatly appreciated.

Are you a mature follower of Christ with the ability to lead, teach and encourage others? Are you relational, with a deep understanding of Scripture? If you have these qualities and desire to help others grow in their relationship with Christ, this opportunity is for you.

This opportunity is perfect for you if you are an employer, business owner or business professional.

DAYS AND TIMES
Twice per year

If you love to take care of children, and are over the age of 14, consider helping others reach their goals by providing childcare during Wednesday night dinners at Cross Purpose.

DAYS AND TIMES
Wednesdays: 6:00 – 8:30 PM

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
2.5 hours/week

Help someone believe in themselves – become an ally. This is a relational role where you would encourage students (Leaders) to believe in themselves as they advance their career and find new purpose. As an Ally, you will join a community of Leaders and other Allies on Wednesday nights for a meal, and a time for meaningful relationship building. Together you will navigate challenges, celebrate victories, and learn what it means to belong to a community.

DAYS AND TIMES
Wednesdays: 6:00 – 8:30 PM

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
2.5 hours/week

If you are organized and love networking, consider serving by coordinating and picking up diapers from our valued partners. Keep records of all donations, work to maintain and build ongoing communication and rapport with partner organizations.

DAYS AND TIMES
As needed and flexible

Play and have fun with kids during Haven’s Hope Distribution Days. (Pre-K and Elementary age)

DAYS AND TIMES
Second Saturday of the month: 8:30 to 11:30 AM

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
3 hours / month

In this rewarding role, you will build relationships with vulnerable moms, providing connection through mentorship, spiritual encouragement, and prayer.

DAYS AND TIMES
Second Saturday of month: 8:30 to 11:30 AM

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
3 hours / month

Invest in the lives of youth who have court-ordered community service when and as mentors are needed for this ministry. These youth come from difficult circumstances and need a lot of care and attention, as well as a willingness to listen to their stories as you work alongside them on small projects.

You will also need to be trauma trained, which we provide, and fill out a background check through the church.

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
3 hours a week, Wednesday or Thursday nights from 6:00 to 9:00 PM

*We may be able to have mentors serve every other week, but we prefer consistency for the youth we serve, so we’re asking volunteers to commit to at least twice a month.

Help return phone calls and emails, with scheduling, and coming up with projects for the youth community service ministry. Use Signup Genius to schedule youth for community service hours. We can train you how to use this platform if you do not know how to use it already. Help add and delete dates on Signup Genius each month as needed. Work with Packs of Hope Director to help identify projects for youth to complete during community service times. do each night, to include projects with and for other Bridge partners as applicable.

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
2-4 hours / week

Help answer emails, phone calls and with scheduling. Work with Packs of Hope Director on scheduling drives and running drives. Connect with caseworkers as necessary.

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
2-4 hours / week

Help with all our social media needs. Work with our high school volunteer to post updates on Instagram and Facebook. Update our website when needed.

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
2 hours / week

Lead volunteer groups in various projects at Packs of Hope. Work alongside Packs of Hope leaders to learn scheduling and project creation. Help set up and clean up before and after group serving projects.

DAYS AND TIMES
Once or twice a week

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
5 hours / week

Job seekers who complete Thrive’s multi-day Employment Workshop (members) are paired with an Employment Coach. Coach must have strong professional experience, great listening skills, and a passion for helping individuals become self-sufficient, walk alongside members as they accomplish their professional goals and overcome barriers to gain, maintain, and advance at work. Coaches are asked for a one-year commitment after training and being paired with a member.

DAYS AND TIMES
Once/month for training THEN once/week for 3 months

ESTIMATED HOURS PER WEEK
1.25 hrs/week