Spring 2023

January

Culture Night Celebrating Lunar New Year

Event Location: Mesa Community College S&D Lot ACulture Night celebrating Lunar New Year
Start Date: 01/28/2023 End Date: 01/28/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 10:00 AM | End Time: 11:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Asian Festival; Culture Night Celebrating Lunar New Year
Event Description/Details: Join us in celebrating Lunar New Year. Welcome the year of Rabbit. Lunar New Year, commonly referred to as Chinese New Year, is one of the most important holidays of the year for over 1 billion people around the world. We have plenty of Asian food and fun activities for everyone such as Lion Dance, Asian American Jazz Live Music, Cultural Performances, Street Food, Food Truck, Arts & Crafts, Children lanterns, Kids Face Painting, Beer Garden and many more. Beautifully decorated with Lanterns and enjoy the dumplings and spring rolls represent wealth as they resemble silver ingots and gold bars. Tangerines and oranges are symbols of good luck as the pronunciation of their Chinese root words sound like the Chinese word for success.
Free Admission, Free Parking. Everyone is welcome.
azculturenight@gmail.com – asianfestivalaz.com
Volunteer Description/Details: We need students volunteer as follows;

Saturday, Jan 28
Time: 10 to 12 noon - Set up for 20 booths and decoration
Time: 2 pm to 4 pm - Stage Decoration, Putting up Trash Boxes
Time: 4 pm to 6 pm - Supervise Trash pickup. Assist at the Information Booth and Children area
Time 6 pm to 8 pm - Supervise Trash pickup
Time 8 pm to 10 pm - Supervise Trash pickup
Time 10 pm to 11 pm - Clean up.

We would like each shift for 2 hours so that they can enjoy the evening and relax.
This time we don't have a lot of set up because most of the vendors do it themselves.
We only take care of the sponsor area and decoration. Booth 1 to 22.
Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1glYHFRb_IOTXX0TLu70JT-dPBNvNOt_byrl-tL1nfZc/edit

Contact info:
Name: Debra Ohlinger
Email: debra.ohlinger@mesacc.edu
Phone Number: 480-461-7689
Website: Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1glYHFRb_IOTXX0TLu70JT-dPBNvNOt_byrl-tL1nfZc/edit

February

El Mirage Community Smoke Alarm Walk

Event Location: El Mirage Fire Department 13601 N. El Mirage Road. El Mirage, AZ 85335
Start Date: 02/04/2023 End Date: 02/04/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Arizona Burn Foundation
Event Description/Details: On Saturday, March 4th, the Arizona Burn Foundation is partnering with the El Mirage Fire Department to educate the community, reduce the risk of house fires, and save lives!
With your help, we are installing free smoke alarms in homes located in high-risk neighborhoods. We plan on reaching 400 homes with this event, so we need volunteers to help make this happen!

We will provide you with all the necessary tools and training to do the installations. This is a great event that not only benefits families in need, but is also a fun way to hang out with your friends and family while networking with others that truly care about giving back.
Volunteer Description/Details: Please meet by 8am at the designated location for free breakfast, registration, and training!

Contact info:
Name: Tess Robaina
Email: Tess.Robaina@azburn.org
Phone Number: 602-230-2041
Website: https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/

VolunteerFest

Event Location: MCC Southern & Dobson Clock Tower LawnVolunteerFest Spring 2023 Flyer
Start Date: 02/09/2023 End Date: 02/09/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 1:30 PM
Your Partner Agency: Center for Community & Civic Engagement
Event Description/Details: Volunteers are what make the event successful. The VolunteerFest is a FREE fair-style recruitment event to engage students to volunteer or complete their service-learning.
Volunteer Description/Details: Please select the shift(s) you are available to help out: https://forms.gle/VGiSx29wADKF7Bv4A

Volunteer functions: staff welcome/information table, assist agency representative, set-up, clean-up, distribute items, take photos, etc.

Dress appropriately. If you have a blue department shirt or MCC shirt, please wear it. We suggest comfortable shoes as there may be a lot of walking.

Event details:
February 9th
10:00am to 1:00pm
Southern & Dobson Campus

Event details:
February 16th
10:00am to 1:00pm
Red Mountain Campus

Contact info:
Name: Dawn Rhodes
Email: drhodes@mesacc.edu
Phone Number: 480-461-7763
Website: https://forms.gle/VGiSx29wADKF7Bv4A

Chandler Community Smoke Alarm Walk

Event Location: San Marcos Park - 712 W. Fairview Street Chandler, AZ 85225
Start Date: 02/11/2023 End Date: 02/11/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Arizona Burn Foundation
Event Description/Details: On Saturday, February 11th, the Arizona Burn Foundation is partnering with the Chandler Fire Department to educate the community, reduce the risk of house fires, and save lives!
With your help, we are installing free smoke alarms in homes located in high-risk neighborhoods. We plan on reaching 400 homes with this event, so we need volunteers to help make this happen!
Volunteer Description/Details: Please meet by 8am at Buckeye Senior Center - San Marcos Park 712 W. Fairview Street Chandler, AZ 85225 for free breakfast, registration, and training!

Contact info:
Name: Tess Robaina
Email: Tess.Robaina@azburn.org
Phone Number: 602-230-2041
Website: https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/

Special Olympics State Basketball & Cheer Competition

Event Location: Bell Bank Park
Start Date: 02/11/2023 End Date: 02/11/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 7:30 AM | End Time: 5:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Special Olympics Arizona
Event Description/Details: Special Olympics athletes from across the state will compete in basketball and cheerleading competitions!
Volunteer Description/Details: Multiple shift time options - AM/PM basketball competition support (score/time keeping), cheer support (scoring), presenting awards and cheering the athletes on! Sign up here: https://soaz.givepulse.com/event/340530-basketball-and-cheer-four-peaks

Contact info:
Name: Heather Turkes
Email: heather@specialolympicsarizona.org
Phone Number: 602.476.0854
Website: https://specialolympicsarizona.org/volunteer-for-a-day/

I Love Mesa Day

Event Location: Downtown Mesa - intersection of MacDonald and Main
Start Date: 02/25/2023 End Date: 02/25/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 11:00 AM | End Time: 9:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa Parks & Recreation
Event Description/Details: Mesa Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities is seeking volunteers for the second annual I Love Mesa Day! The celebration will feature a variety of FREE, family-friendly and primarily outdoor events throughout Downtown Mesa from 11am to 9pm on Saturday, February 25.
Volunteer Description/Details: Help is needed to run several carnival games located at the intersection of MacDonald and Main. Tasks may include minor set up and tear down duties, shuffling materials such as bean bags and rings from participant to participant, and awarding prizes to successful competitors!

Signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b4ca5ac23a3fa7-ilovemesa?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery#/

March

Peoria Community Smoke Alarm Walk

Event Location: Encore Paradise Mobile Home Park - 10950 W. Union Hills Drive Sun City, 85373
Start Date: 03/04/2023 End Date: 03/04/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Arizona Burn Foundation
Event Description/Details: On Saturday, March 4th, the Arizona Burn Foundation is partnering with the Peoria Fire Department to educate the community, reduce the risk of house fires, and save lives!
With your help, we are installing free smoke alarms in homes located in high-risk neighborhoods. We plan on reaching 400 homes with this event, so we need volunteers to help make this happen!

We will provide you with all the necessary tools and training to do the installations. This is a great event that not only benefits families in need, but is also a fun way to hang out with your friends and family while networking with others that truly care about giving back.
Volunteer Description/Details: Please meet by 8am at Encore Paradise Mobile Home Park - 10950 W. Union Hills Drive Sun City, 85373 for free breakfast, registration, and training!

Contact info:
Name: Tess Robaina
Email: Tess.Robaina@azburn.org
Phone Number: 602-230-2041
Website: https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/

Special Olympics State Basketball & Cheer Competition

Event Location: Bell Bank Park
Start Date: 03/10/2023 End Date: 03/10/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 7:30 AM | End Time: 4:30 PM
Your Partner Agency: Special Olympics Arizona
Event Description/Details: Special Olympics athletes from across the state will compete in basketball and cheerleading competitions!
Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteers can select from multiple shift options - score keeping, awards, cheering the athletes on, distributing lunch, merchandise, etc. See options here: https://soaz.givepulse.com/event/346109

Contact info:
Name: Heather Turkes
Email: heather@specialolympicsarizona.org
Phone Number: 602.476.0854
Website: https://specialolympicsarizona.org/volunteer-for-a-day/

AAHA! Art. Food. Wine

Event Location: JW Marriott Camelback Inn
Start Date: 03/11/2023 End Date: 03/11/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 4:30 PM | End Time: 10:30 PM
Your Partner Agency: Hospice of the Valley
Event Description/Details: Hospice of the Valley’s signature fundraising event, AAHA! – Art, Food, Wine features a seated dinner, silent and live auctions, and a raffle featuring fine art, unique wines, fabulous food and exciting trips! Funds raised support charity care programs for Hospice of the Valley patients and families.
Volunteer Description/Details: Below is a description of some of the volunteer tasks. Most volunteers will have a few tasks assigned to them throughout the evening.

Greeters: You are the hosts/hostess to greet guests as they arrive with a warm welcome and direct them to an AES check-in line. When they are checked-in, you can orient them towards the art room, silent auction area, bar or bathroom.

Bid Buddies: Assist guests with placing bids using mobile device/tablets. We will have a brief training with AES before guests start arriving.

Bidding Ballroom Assistance: Once guests have moved into the ballroom, take a tablet or iPad and enter the ballroom to assist guests with placing their final bids.

Seating Assistance: Once it is time for guests to enter the ballroom, encourage guests to exit the silent auction area, and offer to help them find their seating in the ballroom. We will provide you with a printed seating chart. Please look over the seating chart and familiarize yourself beforehand.

Checkout: Help package up silent auction items and move to a staging area. Once guests have checked out, they will present their invoice and you will grab their corresponding package(s).

Contact info:
Name: Heather Brogan
Email: hbrogan@hov.org
Phone Number: 602-636-5314
Website: Hospice of the Valley Fundraiser Event Info

Phoenix Community Smoke Alarm Walk

Event Location: Paradise Valley Community College - 18401 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Start Date: TBD End Date: TBD
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Arizona Burn Foundation
Event Description/Details: On Saturday, March 11th, the Arizona Burn Foundation is partnering with the Phoenix Fire Department to educate the community, reduce the risk of house fires, and save lives!
With your help, we are installing free smoke alarms in homes located in high-risk neighborhoods. We plan on reaching 400 homes with this event, so we need volunteers to help make this happen!

We will provide you with all the necessary tools and training to do the installations. This is a great event that not only benefits families in need, but is also a fun way to hang out with your friends and family while networking with others that truly care about giving back.
Volunteer Description/Details: Please meet by 8am at Paradise Valley Community College - 18401 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032 for free breakfast, registration, and training!

Contact info:
Name: Tess Robaina
Email: Tess.Robaina@azburn.org
Phone Number: 602-230-2041
Website: https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/

Tempe Community Smoke Alarm Walk

Event Location: Escalante Multi-Generational Center 2150 E. Orange Street Tempe, Arizona 85281
Start Date: 03/11/2023 End Date: 03/11/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Arizona Burn Foundation
Event Description/Details: On Saturday, March 11th, the Arizona Burn Foundation is partnering with the Phoenix Fire Department to educate the community, reduce the risk of house fires, and save lives!
With your help, we are installing free smoke alarms in homes located in high-risk neighborhoods. We plan on reaching 400 homes with this event, so we need volunteers to help make this happen!

We will provide you with all the necessary tools and training to do the installations. This is a great event that not only benefits families in need, but is also a fun way to hang out with your friends and family while networking with others that truly care about giving back.
Volunteer Description/Details: Please meet by 8am at specified location for free breakfast, registration, and training!

Contact info:
Name: Tess Robaina
Email: Tess.Robaina@azburn.org
Phone Number: 602-230-2041
Website: https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/

Mesa Community Smoke Alarm Walk

Event Location: Sunrise Vista Mobile Home Park, 300 S Val Vista Dr, Mesa, AZ 85204
Start Date: 03/16/2023 End Date: 03/16/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Arizona Burn Foundation
Event Description/Details: The Arizona Burn foundation has partnered with the Mesa Fire Department and the Red Cross to install free smoke alarms in high-risk neighborhoods! All necessary tools and training will be provided, along with FREE BREAKFAST. Feel free to bring family and friends with you to volunteer - all ages are welcome! The more people we have, the more homes we can reach!
Volunteer Description/Details: Install free smoke alarms in low-income or high-risk homes, educate residents about fire safety and burn prevention, and have a wonderful time!

Contact info:
Name: Tess Robaina
Email:
Phone Number: (602) 230-2041
Website: https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/

Pet Microchipping Event - City of Mesa

Event Location: 200 S Center St Mesa, AZ 85210
Start Date: 03/24/2023 End Date: 03/24/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 7:30 AM | End Time: 4:30 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa - Citywide Volunteer Department
Event Description/Details: Attention animal lovers...Every year, between eight and ten million pets go missing in the United States. The City of Mesa would like to do its part in helping reunite lost furry-family members with upset pet parents. The City of Mesa is offering FREE microchipping event for dogs & cats on Friday March 24th 2023.

We are seeking volunteers to help with pet owner check-in, data entry, answering questions, line-management, animal cleanup and other duties as assigned. If you have a passion for animals and looking to make a difference this is a great opportunity for you.
Volunteer Description/Details: * Volunteers must be 18+ year of age.
* This is a public facing role which will require excellent customer service skills.
* Volunteers will NOT be handling animals but, do need to feel comfortable being around animals.
* To participate volunteers must complete an event specific release of liability which will be emailed to you after signup.
* Please note, volunteer duties may vary on the event day based on current event needs. Volunteers may be reassigned to other areas if needed. Your flexibility is greatly appreciated.

Shift #1) 7:30am-12:30pm Admin/Support Volunteer - Assist owners with check-in, answering questions, line monitor, animal cleanup, and other duties as assigned
Shift #1) 7:30am-12:30pm Data Entry Volunteers - Volunteers must be skilled in using a tablet and laptop to enter owner & pet data into cloud based data system
Shift #2) 12:00pm-4:30pm Data Entry Volunteer - Volunteers must be skilled in using a tablet and laptop to enter owner & pet data into cloud based data system
Shift #2) 12:00pm-4:30pm Admin/Support Volunteer - Assist owners with check-in, answering questions, line monitor, animal cleanup, and other duties as assigned

Contact info:
Name: Shannon Gross - Animal Control Supervisor
Email: shannon.gross@mesaaz.gov
Phone Number: 480-644-2268
Website: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0449afa829a0fc1-city13#/

Casa Grande Community Smoke Alarm Walk

Event Location: Casa Grande, AZ (Specific Location TBD)
Start Date: 03/25/2023 End Date: 03/25/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Arizona Burn Foundation
Event Description/Details: On Saturday, March 25th, the Arizona Burn Foundation is partnering with the Phoenix Fire Department to educate the community, reduce the risk of house fires, and save lives!
With your help, we are installing free smoke alarms in homes located in high-risk neighborhoods. We plan on reaching 400 homes with this event, so we need volunteers to help make this happen!

We will provide you with all the necessary tools and training to do the installations. This is a great event that not only benefits families in need, but is also a fun way to hang out with your friends and family while networking with others that truly care about giving back.
Volunteer Description/Details: Please meet by 8am at the specified location for free breakfast, registration, and training!

Contact info:
Name: Tess Robaina
Email: Tess.Robaina@azburn.org
Phone Number: 602-230-2041
Website: https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/

Mesa Urban Garden

Event Location: 212 E 1st Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210
Start Date: 03/31/2023 End Date: 03/31/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 11:00 AM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa - Citywide Volunteer Office
Event Description/Details:
Volunteer Description/Details: In Honor of Cesar Chavez please join us as we spruce up the Mesa Urban Garden by weeding, mulching, pruning, planting flowers, filling beds with soil, helping with various repairs as well as a few paint projects.

MUG helps provide affordable gardening opportunities for residents as well as fresh, free organic sustenance for the community.

Important Information:
Volunteers must be 16 or older and have parent/guardian consent to participate via Release of Liability waiver. All volunteers must wear closed toed shoes. We also recommend long sleeve shirt and pants if possible. Two waivers will be required. One for the City of Mesa and the other for Mesa Urban Garden. Both will be sent to you once you have signed up.

Questions? Please contact jessica.pineda@mesaaz.gov - Jessica Pineda Citywide Volunteer Program Coordinator

Contact info:
Name: Jessica Pineda
Email: jessica.pineda@mesaaz.gov
Phone Number: 480-644-5432
Website: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0449afa829a0fc1-spring#/

Sort and Organize Thrift Store Donations - Resurrection Street Ministries

Event Location: 1135 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85203
Start Date: 03/31/2023 End Date: 03/31/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:30 AM | End Time: 12:30 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa and Resurrection Street Ministries
Event Description/Details: Resurrection Street Ministries offers a wide range of services to those in need such as emergency food pantry, veteran transportation program, special senior citizen programs, community thrift store, group home relational assistance programs, and other community service programs.
Volunteer Description/Details: The City of Mesa is seeking volunteers to help sort donations for the community thrift store and food pantry. Volunteers will assemble food boxes, organize, and clean donation items, and help move and assemble furniture, etc.

Important information:
Once signed up you will be emailed more info and a City of Mesa Volunteer Release of Liability to participate. All volunteers must wear closed toed shoes. Volunteers must be 18 and older. This event requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, walking, kneeling, bending, squatting, carrying items that are 10+ lbs., etc.

Contact info:
Name: Jessica Pineda
Email: jessica.pineda@mesaaz.gov
Phone Number: 480-644-5432
Website: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0449afa829a0fc1-spring#/

April

CycloMesa

Event Location: The Plaza at Mesa City Center (56 E Main Street, Mesa, Arizona, 85201)
Start Date: 04/01/2023 End Date: 04/01/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:30 AM | End Time: 2:30 PM
Your Partner Agency: City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program
Event Description/Details: CycloMesa is an annual all-ages FREE event held in downtown Mesa. Join us for a fun-filled day full of all things cycling and encouraging an active lifestyle on Saturday, April 1, 2023, from 9 AM to 2 PM. Visit: www.cyclomesa.com for more event details. Volunteers will receive an event shirt (while supplies last).
Volunteer Description/Details: Inflatables, Zip Line, Rockwall (holding signs, information giving, working with kids, line management), Games (assist with carnival game line management, assist with resetting games after use, passing out items), Rovers (handing out information, giving water bottles to vendors, “booth-sitting” for bathroom breaks), Information Booth (handing out information, answering questions, helping to promote city programs), Clean Crew (clearing tables, picking up trash). *Tasks will be assigned based on event needs. Please do not request assignments. Tasks will be assigned day of the event.

Contact info:
Name: Christina Haase
Email: christina.haase@mesaaz.gov
Phone Number: 480-644-3398
Website: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e4ca4ab2fa5fac52-cyclomesa1#/

Tucson Community Smoke Alarm Walk

Event Location: Tucson Meadows Mobile Home Park - 2121 South Pantano Road, Tucson, AZ 85710
Start Date: 04/01/2023 End Date: 04/01/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Arizona Burn Foundation
Event Description/Details: On Saturday, April 1st, the Arizona Burn Foundation is partnering with the Phoenix Fire Department to educate the community, reduce the risk of house fires, and save lives!
With your help, we are installing free smoke alarms in homes located in high-risk neighborhoods. We plan on reaching 400 homes with this event, so we need volunteers to help make this happen!

We will provide you with all the necessary tools and training to do the installations. This is a great event that not only benefits families in need, but is also a fun way to hang out with your friends and family while networking with others that truly care about giving back.
Volunteer Description/Details: Please meet by 8am at Tucson Meadows Mobile Home Park - 2121 South Pantano Road, Tucson, AZ 85710 for free breakfast, registration, and training!

Contact info:
Name: Tess Robaina
Email: Tess.Robaina@azburn.org
Phone Number: 602-230-2041
Website: https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/

Tolleson Community Smoke Alarm Walk

Event Location: Tolleson Elementary School - 9261 W. VanBuren Street, Tolleson, AZ 85353
Start Date: 04/01/2023 End Date: 04/01/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Arizona Burn Foundation
Event Description/Details: On Saturday, April 1st, the Arizona Burn Foundation is partnering with the Phoenix Fire Department to educate the community, reduce the risk of house fires, and save lives!
With your help, we are installing free smoke alarms in homes located in high-risk neighborhoods. We plan on reaching 400 homes with this event, so we need volunteers to help make this happen!

We will provide you with all the necessary tools and training to do the installations. This is a great event that not only benefits families in need, but is also a fun way to hang out with your friends and family while networking with others that truly care about giving back.
Volunteer Description/Details: Please meet by 8am at Tolleson Elementary School - 9261 W. VanBuren Street, Tolleson, AZ 85353 for free breakfast, registration, and training!

Contact info:
Name: Tess Robaina
Email: Tess.Robaina@azburn.org
Phone Number: 602-230-2041
Website: https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/

Fight for Air Climb

Event Location: Scottsdale Stadium, 7408 E Osborn Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Start Date: 04/07/2023 End Date: 04/07/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 05:00 PM | End Time: 09:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: American Lung Association Arizona
Event Description/Details: Special Olympics athletes from across the state will compete in basketball and cheerleading competitions!
Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteer shift runs from 5 PM to 9 PM. Shift time may vary slightly based on event needs. Individuals 18 years of age and older may serve as volunteers. Children ages 13-17 must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteer jobs may include: Parking lot attendant, check-in and registration, packet distribution, water stations, course support, photography, vendor assistance, after party, light set up and breakdown, and more. Interested parties can Sign up HERE.

Volunteers must:

Be able to comfortably lift up to 25 lbs. Be comfortable standing for up to 4 hours. Have own transportation. Be available for the entire shift. Wear closed toe shoes (athletic shoes suggested), comfortable pants or shorts. Volunteer t-shirt will be provided on-site. Accommodations can be made for those unable to lift and/or stand. Please contact me directly.

Contact info:
Name: Kristen Miraglia
Email: Kristen.Miraglia@lung.org
Phone Number: 602.429.0016
Website: https://action.lung.org/site/TR?fr_id=23550&pg=entry

SVdP Companion Animal Program Wellness Clinic

Event Location: SVdP Watkins Campus - Downtown Phoenix
Start Date: 04/07/2023 End Date: 04/07/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 7:30 AM | End Time: 4:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: St. Vincent de Paul​​​​​​​
Event Description/Details: St. Vincent de Paul's Companion Animal Program (CAP) was created to provide much needed veterinary care, food and supplies to the companion animals of those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. CAP strives to keep pet owners safe, together, and sheltered with their pets by providing services that are not available or very difficult to find in our community. St Vincent de Paul works to create a community where all can experience belonging, and no one is abandoned – this includes the pet companions of our guests.

In partnership with animal welfare organizations like the Arizona Humane Society, Maricopa County Animal Care & Control, and Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine, SVdP is hosting a pet wellness clinic on our campus to give those we serve access to the services of our community partners. Services will include free wellness checks, microchipping, vaccines, supplies, and licensure. The event will take place on Friday, April 7th. Volunteer shifts run from 7:30 AM - 12 PM and 11:45 AM - 4 PM.​​​​​​​
Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteer duties may include but are not limited to: Set up/tear down, check-in/reception, information table, gathering supplies/food and tracking inventory, pet escorts to engage with guests and pets, general “runner”.

Contact info:
Name: Morgan Dircks
Email: mdircks@svdpaz.org
Phone Number: 602.622.1670
Website: https://www.stvincentdepaul.net/

Celebrate Mesa

Event Location: Pioneer Park - 526 E Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85203
Start Date: 04/15/2023 End Date: 04/15/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 09:00 AM | End Time: 2:30 PM
Your Partner Agency: Mesa Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities
Event Description/Details: Celebrate Mesa, the semiannual, family friendly, free carnival is returning to Pioneer Park on Saturday, April 15! Included in this year’s lineup are more than ten food trucks, numerous rides, inflatables, and games, a petting zoo, space for both archery tag and dart boogie, as well as an extensive living green exhibit, community vendors, and much, much more! Volunteers are needed to manage nearly every feature.
Volunteer Description/Details: Duties may include setting up, manning attractions (rides, raffles, games, food trucks, exhibits, and stages), and tearing down. Please use the link below to review available shifts. Volunteer Project Waiver of Liability

Contact info:
Name: Katie Paul​​​​​​​
Email: katie.paul@mesaaz.gov
Phone Number: 480-644-4345
Website: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b4ca5ac23a3fa7-celebrate1#/

May

Summer Games Special Olympics

Event Location: Kellis High School 8990 West Orangewood Avenue, Glendale, Arizona
Start Date: 05/04/2023 End Date: 05/06/2023
Event Frequency: Every Monday in-person, virtual Tuesday - Friday
Start Time: 7:00 AM | End Time: 9:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Special Olympics Arizona​​​​​​​
Event Description/Details: Please Join us for the 2023 State Summer Games! This is the largest competition of the year where athletes from across the state come to compete in track, field events, volleyball, and powerlifting! The event will take place at Kellis High School in Glendale and has lots of volunteer opportunities that will ensure the event is a success! Click the link below to learn more
https://soaz.givepulse.com/event/363324-summer-games
Volunteer Description/Details: More details here: https://soaz.givepulse.com/event/363324-summer-games

Contact info:
Name: Heather Turkes
Email: heather@specialolympicsarizona.org
Phone Number: 602-476-0854
Website: https://soaz.givepulse.com/event/363324-summer-games

Mesa Youth Unite Summer AmeriCorps Program

Event Location: 137 E University Dr, Mesa, AZ 85201
Start Date: 05/16/2023 End Date: 08/16/2023
Event Frequency: Every Monday in-person, virtual Tuesday - Friday
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Your Partner Agency: AmeriCorps / Mesa United Way / 12 Books / Helen's Hope Chest​​​​​​​
Event Description/Details: Mesa Youth Unite is a wonderful summer AmeriCorps program where members work alongside the 12 Books Program Director to implement summer literacy programming for children in foster care, including reading tutoring, parent engagement workshops, and children's summer activities. This position will also assist with donations at Helen's Hope Chest, Mesa United Way's free store for foster families. In addition, Mesa Youth Unite members will attend weekly high quality trainings to build leadership and professional skills. Members should enjoy working with children, have a positive attitude and be highly ethical, patient, and flexible as they will be working with children in foster care who may have special emotional, behavioral, and educational needs.​​​​​​​
Volunteer Description/Details: Professional development trainings and volunteering at Helen's Hope Chest will be in-person. All tutoring will be virtual. Benefits include: $2652 living stipend, $1230 education award, 12-week leadership training, and making an impact in your community. Requirements include: pass background checks, U.S. citizen or permanent resident, complete 300 service hours, Covid-19 vaccinated.

Contact info:
Name: Catherine Berger​​​​​​​
Email: catherine.berger@mesaunitedway.org
Phone Number: 480-834-2108
Website: www.mesaunitedway.org/americorps

Timber Mesa/Show Low Community Smoke Alarm Walk

Event Location: Timber Mesa/Show Low, AZ (Specific Location TBD)
Start Date: 05/20/2023 End Date: 05/20/2023
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Arizona Burn Foundation
Event Description/Details: On Saturday, May 20th, the Arizona Burn Foundation is partnering with the Phoenix Fire Department to educate the community, reduce the risk of house fires, and save lives!
With your help, we are installing free smoke alarms in homes located in high-risk neighborhoods. We plan on reaching 400 homes with this event, so we need volunteers to help make this happen!

We will provide you with all the necessary tools and training to do the installations. This is a great event that not only benefits families in need, but is also a fun way to hang out with your friends and family while networking with others that truly care about giving back.
Volunteer Description/Details: Please meet by 8am at the specified location for free breakfast, registration, and training!

Contact info:
Name: Tess Robaina
Email: Tess.Robaina@azburn.org
Phone Number: 602-230-2041
Website: https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/

Fall 2022

August

September

VolunteerFest

Event Location: MCC Southern & Dobson
Start Date: 09/13/2022 End Date: 09/14/2022
Event Frequency: Once
Start Time: 10:00 AM | End Time: 2:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Center for Community & Civic Engagement
Event Description/Details: The VolunteerFest is a FREE fair-style recruitment event to engage students to volunteer or complete their service-learning. Besides in person, we will hold virtual fairs on Sept. 7th & 8th.
Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteer functions: staff welcome/information table, assist agency representative, set-up, clean-up, distribute items, take photos, etc. Sign up here to select preferred days & shifts: https://forms.gle/6YxBJVVQ4iDKYo3p9

Contact info:
Name: Dawn Rhodes
Email: drhodes@mesacc.edu
Phone Number: 480-461-7763
Website: https://www.mesacc.edu/community-civic-engagement/events-opportunities/volunteerfest

Mesa Community Smoke Alarm Walk

Event Location: Sundial Mobile Park, 2121 N. Center St, Mesa, Az, 85201
Start Date: 9/22/2022 End Date: 9/22/2022
Event Frequency: One-time
Start Time: 8:30 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Arizona Burn Foundation

Event Description/Details: On September 22, 2022 the Arizona Burn Foundation is partnering with the Mesa Fire Department to educate the community, reduce the risk of house fires, and save lives! With your help, we are installing free smoke alarms in low-income, high-risk homes.
Date: Saturday, September 22, 2022
Time: 8:30am - 12:00pm
Targeted neighborhood: Mesa, AZ (Sundial Mobile Park)
We hope to reach 400 homes with this event, so we need volunteers to help make this happen! We will provide all the necessary tools and training the morning of the walk, so you are ready to do the installs. This is a great event that helps communities in need while potentially saves lives. It is also a great way to meet and network with others that truly care about giving back!
Volunteers can sign up at https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/. Click on the "Apply To Volunteer" button and find the event on the calendar. If you are a new volunteer, create an account to RSVP.
If you need more information or have any questions, please reach out!

Volunteer Description/Details: Registration and training for this event will begin at 8:00am. After a quick training, we will put teams of three together and head out to our assigned homes. All necessary tools and supplies will be provided at training. Please make sure you wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather that day. Feel free to bring your family and friends with you to volunteer! The more people we have, the more homes we can reach.
Please let us know if you have any questions about the Smoke Alarm Walk or volunteering with the Arizona Burn Foundation!

Contact info:
Name: Tess Robaina
Email: tess.robaina@azburn.org
Phone Number: 602-230-2041 Website: https://azburn.org/advocacy-and-education/community-smoke-alarm/

October

Celebrate Mesa

Event Location: Red Mountain Soccer Complex - 905 N Sunvalley Blvd, Mesa, AZ 85207
Start Date: 10/08/2022 End Date: 10/08/2022
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 4:00 PM | End Time: 10:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Mesa Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities
Event Description/Details: Mesa Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities is currently preparing for the return of our signature, free, outdoor carnival, Celebrate Mesa, on Saturday, October 8! This year’s lineup includes inflatables, large carnival rides, games, community vendors, live entertainment, food trucks, a petting zoo, raffle prizes, and even a helicopter landing!
Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteers are needed to manage nearly every attraction. Duties include setting up, manning attractions (rides, raffles, games, food trucks, exhibits, and stages), and tearing down.
On the day of volunteers will check in behind the main stage, on field 5,before the start of their shift. Here they will be given an official volunteer t-shirt. Water, snacks, pizza, and restrooms will be available for volunteers at this location for the duration of their shift.

Volunteer Project Waiver of Liability and COVID19 General Volunteer Waiver

Contact info:
Name: Michelle Prosser
Email: michelle.prosser@mesaartscenter.com
Phone Number: 480-644-4695
Website: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4faaa72baafbc25-dadelos

Fall Festival

Event Location: Assembly of God Church Parking Lot, Mesa
Start Date: 10/14/2022 End Date: 10/14/2022
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 1:00 PM | End Time: 8:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Step Up Schools Mesa
Event Description/Details: We are partnering with Assembly of God Church in Mesa to have a Fall Festival for our students and Community. The festival is open to the public and is free of charge to attend. There will be music, games, food , bounce houses and more!
Step Up school will provide the food and a craft activity for the children. We will have a craft station with a Fall coloring activity, fun fall tattoos, face painting and a cute mask craft. We will also have a food table with hot dogs, nachos, snow cones , drinks and snacks. All those who volunteer can eat for free the night of the event .
The festival will run from 5-8pm. Our staff will go over to the church parking lot at 1pm that day to assist with set up. We need as many volunteers as we can get to help make this night a success . We will need help with set up, craft activities, food serving, and clean up. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I will also provide a letter to volunteers to verify hours.
Volunteer Description/Details: We need help in the following areas:
Set-up ( helping unload items, set up tables, decorate) 1pm start time
Craft Table 5 pm start time can come earlier
Food Service ( hot dogs, nachos, sacks, water, juice, snow cones)5pm start time can come earlier
Clean up ( after the event)

Contact info:
Name: Danine Bernardo
Email: danine.bernardo@stepupschoolmesa.org
Phone Number: 973-715-9275
Website:

Día de los Muertos Festival

Event Location: Mesa Arts Center
Start Date: 10/22/2022 End Date: 10/23/2022
Event Frequency: Two days
Start Time: 9:30 AM | End Time: 7:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Mesa Arts Center
Event Description/Details: The festival celebrates Latin American art and culture related to the Mexican holiday, Day of the Dead. The annual free event offers a variety of features, performances and more in celebration of the memories of the deceased.
Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteer activities include assisting with set-up and clean-up, artist interactives, greeting and directing the public, line monitoring, providing crowd control and assisting with volunteer hospitality.
Shifts are available between 9:30 am and 7:00 pm.
Visit MesaArtsCenter.com/Diadelosmuertos to sign up!
Join the fun, earn a swag bag and give back to the community! *Qualifies for service-learning hours

Contact info:
Name: Michelle Prosser
Email: michelle.prosser@mesaartscenter.com
Phone Number: 480-644-4695
Website: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4faaa72baafbc25-dadelos

Volunteer Work Day

Event Location: 844 N. Ellsworth, Mesa 85207
Start Date: 10/22/2022 End Date: 10/22/2022
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 12:00 PM
Your Partner Agency: Boulder Mountain Therapy
Event Description/Details: We will be painting, landscaping and setting up the facility for the return of our horses.
Volunteer Description/Details: Please wear closed toe shoes, bring water bottle and sun hat. All tasks will be outside.

Contact info:
Name: Jann Goodman
Email: bldrmoun@aol.com
Phone Number: 480-380-2810
Website:

November

NFL Green Grant - Tree Planting

Event Location: Mesa Cemetery - 1212 N Center Street, Mesa, AZ 85201
Start Date: 11/19/2022 End Date: 11/19/2022
Event Frequency: One-day
Start Time: 8:00 AM | End Time: 10:00 AM
Your Partner Agency: Mesa Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities
Event Description/Details: The National Football League, Verizon, the Arizona Super Bowl LVII Host Committee, and APS have developed a community matching grant program to fund a variety of community “greening” projects including tree-planting, community gardens, habitat restoration, pollinator projects, and reforestation initiatives throughout Arizona. Our very own Mesa Cemetery has been awarded $4,000! These funds will help to replace a large number of trees lost in recent monsoon storms. Volunteers are needed from 8am to 10am on Saturday, November 19 to plant over 50 Italian Cypress trees.
Volunteer Description/Details: Volunteers will work in pairs to plant trees in designated locations around the property.

Contact info:
Name: Katie Paul
Email: katie.paul@mesaaz.gov
Phone Number: (480) 644-4345
Website: signupgenius.com/go/9040b4ca5ac23a3fa7-nflgreen

December

Summer 2023

June

July