107 DENVER CHILDREN'S HOME - Prepare and serve lunch to residents (21+)

Denver Children's Home restores hope & health to traumatized children & families through a comprehensive array of therapeutic, educational & community based services. They provide a comprehensive therapeutic and educational continuum of care for our region’s abused, neglected and traumatized children and their families with mental health issues. We offer prevention, intervention, and treatment programs grounded in trauma-informed care and the latest in brain-development research. denverchildrenshome.org # of Volunteers needed: 10-15 Time: Saturday 10/10, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Restrictions: Minimum Age 21 - No photography, confidentialality critical, no-physical touch Home-cooked lunch planned, prepared, and served to resident children and staff at 12:30 p.m. for approximately 25 kids and 12 staff. Clean up following meal. Location: 1501 Albion St., Denver, CO 80220

108 FOOD BANK OF THE ROCKIES 8:45 a.m. - Assembling boxes of food for seniors (12+)

Food Bank of the Rockies helps families thrive by efficiently procuring and distributing food and essentials to the hungry through their programs & partner agencies. They serve 30 counties in Colorado and the entire state of Wyoming. More than 134,000 meals each day reach their neighbors facing hunger. foodbankrockies.org # of Volunteers needed: 50 Time: Saturday 11/10, 8:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 12+, must be able to stand, light lifting, must wear closed-toe shoes Volunteers will be assembling Senior Boxes: put boxes together, fill them with items, and prepare them to be distributed. Location: 10700 E 45th Ave., Denver 80239

110 HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - Construction build projects (16+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Habitat for Humanity helps families build and improve places to call home. They create affordable housing which plays a critical role in strong and stable communities. They also bring people together to build homes, communities & hope. habitatmetrodenver.org # Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 8:50 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Restrictions: Age 16+ Volunteers will help with many stages of construction, including subfloors, framing, roofing, window installation, siding, painting and finish work. Location: Sheridan Square - 3245 Eliot St., Denver 80211

109 FOOD BANK OF THE ROCKIES 12:15 p.m. - Assembling boxes of food for seniors (12+)

Food Bank of the Rockies helps families thrive by efficiently procuring and distributing food and essentials to the hungry through their programs & partner agencies. They serve 30 counties in Colorado and the entire state of Wyoming. More than 134,000 meals each day reach their neighbors facing hunger. foodbankrockies.org # of Volunteers needed: 30 Time: Saturday 11/10, 12:15 - 3:30 p.m. Restrictions: Age 12+, must be able to stand, light lifting, must wear closed-toe shoes Volunteers will be assembling Senior Boxes: put boxes together, fill them with items, and prepare them to be distributed. Location: 10700 E 45th Ave., Denver 80239

134 SANDERSON APARTMENTS - Make holiday cards with the residents

Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments # of Volunteers needed: 6 Time: Saturday 11/10, 4:00-7:00 p.m. Restrictions: 16+ years old and confortable working with the population this organization serves. Most of the residents have been homeless for many years and may exhibit symptoms of mental illness, be intoxicated, etc. Volunteers will spend time with the residents making holiday cards for other people in the community: veterans, children and families in poverty, teens with behavioral and mental helath issues, etc. (Recipients will be chosen by the residents and volunteers.) There will be an additional group of volunteers that will be simultaneously preparing and serving a pre-Thanksgiving meal for the residents. Location: 1601 S. Federal Blvd, Denver, southwest corner of Federal and W. Iowa Ave

131 SANDERSON APARTMENTS - Prepare and serve a pre-Thanksgiving dinner (16+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments # of Volunteers needed: 6 Time: Saturday 11/10, 4:00-7:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 16+ and confortable working with the population this organization serves. Most of the residents have been homeless for many years and may exhibit symptoms of mental illness, be intoxicated, etc. Volunteers will plan, prepare and serve a pre-Thanksgiving meal for the residents. Location: 1601 S. Federal Blvd, Denver, southwest corner of Federal and W. Iowa Ave

112 MEALS ON WHEELS - Sorting and preparing groceries and packaging meals (8+)

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. tlcmealsonwheels.org # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Restrictions: (8+) Volunteers will collect and sort supplies for future delivery to seniors and homebound adults. Volunteers are asked to bring at least 2 groceries bags full of one package of toilet paper plus other non-perishable items from the list below. Vounteers will sort and shelve the items collected and other toiletry items. Location: 7300 S. Clermont Dr., Centennial 80122 Items Needed: Peanut Butter & Jelly, Canned Chicken or Tuna, Boxed Cereal, Canned Fruit, Pasta & Pasta Sauce, Meal Helpers – Chicken, Noodles and Sauce, Snack Crackers, Chili, Stew, etc., toilet paper, kleenex

117 MOUNT ST. VINCENT - Provide, prepare, and serve lunch, then play yard games with residents (18+)

Residential & day treatment for ages 5-14 year old male & female students with emotional/behavioral needs. Provides mental health treatment, foster care services, individualized education, and trauma-informed training — all focused on children and their families. Their innovative service offerings help children reach their full potential within their homes, schools and communities through: • Residential treatment
• Short-term intensive stabilization
• Respite care
• Individualized day treatment
• Foster care training and services
• In-home treatment
• Community education and training to develop trauma-informed skills
• K–8 school addressing cognitive, social, and behavioral needs
• Community early learning center serving the local Denver metro area msvhome.org # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 10 a.m. Duration: 3-4 Hours Restrictions: 18+ years old, No pictures of kids Volunteers will provide, prepare and serve lunch, then play yard games with residents. Location: 4159 Lowell Blvd, Denver 80211

118 MOUNT ST. VINCENT - Yard work, rake leaves (18+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Residential & day treatment for ages 5-14 year old male & female students with emotional/behavioral needs. Provides mental health treatment, foster care services, individualized education, and trauma-informed training — all focused on children and their families. Their innovative service offerings help children reach their full potential within their homes, schools and communities through: • Residential treatment
• Short-term intensive stabilization
• Respite care
• Individualized day treatment
• Foster care training and services
• In-home treatment
• Community education and training to develop trauma-informed skills
• K–8 school addressing cognitive, social, and behavioral needs
• Community early learning center serving the local Denver metro area msvhome.org # of Volunteers needed: 10-15 Time: Saturday 10/10, 10:00 a.m. Duration: 3-4 Hours Restrictions: age 18+, no pictures of residents Volunteers will help with yard work including raking leaves. Location: 4159 Lowell Blvd, Denver 80211

136 SHILOH HOUSE - THE SANCTUARY - Prepare and serve lunch and facilitate crafts and/or games with residents (18+)

The Sanctuary is a multi-purpose center that ensures the safety of youth and families through combined juvenile assessment, crisis intervention, short term shelter, RCCF program, educational and treatment services for male and female youth ages 5-17. It has up to 28 male/female youth, 16 group care counselors, 4 on site supervisors that can help facilitate programming, and intakes 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The program is designed to provide shelter to youth for up to two weeks while situational stabilization is sought after. If deemed appropriate youth can stay for an extended period based on their needs. The Sanctuary allows over 500 youth to be served each year! shilohhouse.org # of Volunteers needed: 15 Time: Saturday 11/10, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 18+ Volunteers will prepare and serve lunch to approximately 20 youth and facilitate crafts or games before or after lunch. Location: Thornton, approx. I-25 and 84th (exact location will be provided later)

101 A LITTLE HELP - House and yard maintenance helping seniors

A Little Help works to help seniors remain an integral part of their community, to live in the homes they have come to love, and to maintain their network of friends and neighbors they have developed over the years. alittlehelp.org # Volunteers Needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 8:00 a.m. Duration: 2-3 hours Restrictions: No kids on ladders This project includes raking, edging, weeding, and possibly some ground floor window cleaning. Location: Meet at South High School - 1700 E Louisiana Ave, Denver, CO 80210

128 PROJECT LINUS 12:00 - Make blankets for kids (10+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer “blanketeers.” projectlinus.org # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 10+ Volunteeers will make no-sew blankets for children who are ill or otherwise in need. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

127 PROJECT LINUS 9:00 - Make blankets for kids (10+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer “blanketeers.” projectlinus.org # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 10+ Volunteeers will make no-sew blankets for children who are ill or otherwise in need. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

137 SOMEREN GLEN - assist residents make pocket flags for military troops (13+)

Someren Glen is a retirement community serving more than 1,000 older adults of every belief in many innovative senior living communities in Colorado including Southeast Denver. www.somerenglen.org # of Volunters needed: 4 Time: Saturday 11/10, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Restrictions: age 13+ Volunteers will assist Someren Glen residents (12 total) to fold and assemble pocket flags to send to deploying or deployed US military troops. Location: 5000 E. Arapahoe Rd. Centennial, CO 80122

102 CLOTHES TO KIDS - Sort, tag, size, hang clothing and help in "store" (8+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Clothes for Kids provides free school clothing to preschool-12th grade students from low income or in-crisis families in a warm, welcoming, store-like setting. clothestokidsdenver.org # Volunteers Needed : 15 Time : Saturday 11/10, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 8+, No more than 10 kids with 5 adults Volunteers will process incoming donations, sort, tag, size and hang clothing needed to restock store, clean & tidy store. Location: 2890 S. Colorado Blvd. Unit M-3, Denver, CO 80222

103 COLORADO PET PANTRY - sort and organize pet food donations

The Colorado Pet Pantry is a pet food bank with 19 distribution locations. The Colorado pet pantry will temporarily feed Colorado pets, allowing families to increase their ability to care for pets with the goal of keeping them out of shelters and with their families. coloradopetpantry.org # of Volunteeers needed: 25 Time: Saturday 11/10, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: Kids must be with an adult. Must be able to carry up to 30 lbs. If volunteers can’t lift that much, they will be given other jobs.

Volunteers will sort and organize pet food donations.

104 COLORADO UPLIFT - Set up and organize in-kind gifts closet (10+)

As teacher/mentors and life coaches, the staff at Colorado Uplift develops long-term relationships as early as elementary school with at-risk youth. This bond continues through middle and high school, providing the relational support missing from students’ lives. coloradouplift.org # Volunteers Needed: 3 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00-12:00 Restrictions: 10+, must be at least one adult Volunteers will tour the facility with a staff member and set up and organize an in-kind gift closet. Possibly setting up shelving. Location: 400 W. 48th Avenue, Suite 250, Denver, CO 80216

105 COLORADO UPLIFT - Organize and deep clean facility kitchen (10+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. As teacher/mentors and life coaches, the staff at Colorado Uplift develops long-term relationships as early as elementary school with at-risk youth. This bond continues through middle and high school, providing the relational support missing from students’ lives. coloradouplift.org # Volunteers Needed: 5 Time: Saturday 11/10, 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Restrictions: 10+, at least 3 adults Volunteers will tour the facility with a staff member and organize and deep clean the facility kitchen. Location: 400 W. 48th Avenue Suite 250, Denver 80216

106 COLORADO UPLIFT - Create gratitude cards and holiday card and crafts

As teacher/mentors and life coaches, the staff at Colorado Uplift develops long-term relationships as early as elementary school with at-risk youth. This bond continues through middle and high school, providing the relational support missing from students’ lives. coloradouplift.org # Volunteers Needed: 15 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: None, Great for Families Volunteers will create gratitude cards, holiday cards, and craft ornaments for students and their families. Additionally, set up the room for class the following day. Location: 400 W. 48th Avenue Suite 250, Denver 80216

111 IMPACT LOCALLY - Help in store for the homeless (8+)

Impact Locally helps individuals & families who are in need and homeless to regain their humanity by providing programs that provide both short and long term solutions. impactlocally.org # of Volunteers needed: 15 Time: Saturday 11/10, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 8+ and all children must be with an adult Volunteers will help at the Impact Humanity Store, a clothing store for the homeless. Location: 2526 Welton St, Denver, CO 80205

113 MEALS ON WHEELS - Pick up and deliver groceries to seniors and homebound

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. ​​​​​​​ Meals on Wheels is to enrich the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. tlcmealsonwheels.org # of Volunteers needed: 4 groups of 2 or more people Time: Saturday, 11/10, 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: Group must have an individual that has a car, a driver, and an individual to help carry grocery bags. Comfortable with population - elderly, disabled, and/or ill. Volunteers will drive to the program site, pick up groceries, and deliver them to residences using a route designated by the program. Once you are finished delivering the route, you are free to go. No need to go back to the program site. Location: 7300 S. Clermont Dr., Centennial 80122

114 MEALS ON WHEELS 9:00 - Make Thanksgiving cards to go with meals

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. Meals on Wheels prepares and delivers 400 meals a day to seniors and homebound adults in our community! They also deliver non perishable food once a month. tlcmealsonwheels.org # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will write thanksgiving notecards to use with hot meals delivered daily to seniors or homebound adults. These notes can have sayings or art work to brighten up their day for Thanksgiving. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

115 MEALS ON WHEELS 12:00 - Make Thanksgiving cards to go with meals

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. Meals on Wheels prepares and delivers 400 meals a day to seniors and homebound adults in our community! They also deliver non perishable food once a month. tlcmealsonwheels.org # of Volunteers needed: 8-10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will write thanksgiving notecards to use with for hot meals delivered daily to seniors or homebound adults. These notes can have sayings or art work to brighten up their day for Thanksgiving. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

116 MENTAL HEALTH CENTER OF DENVER - Distribute Crisis Cards

MCHD works to enable adults to live more fulfilling and productive lives, children to be more resilient, and families to be happier and healthier. Through multiple community sites, mental health providers in several Denver public schools, collaborations with community partnerships and home-based outreach, we provide treatment, prevention, outreach and crisis services to more than 60,000 children, families and adults annually. mchd.org
# of Volunteers needed: 8-10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 10:00 a.m. Duration: 2-3 hours Restrictions: none Volunteers will distribute 200 "Crisis Cards." These cards provide information about the Suicide Prevention Hotline and other mental health questions or immediate needs. Participants will meet at The Hub to pick up cards and discuss and determine locations. Volunteers will then distribute to those locations to place on cars, hand out, bulletin boards, etc. Location: Start at The Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

119 NATE'S WAY 9:00 - Decorating lunch bags for meals for the homeless

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Nate's Way is a family project that delivers food to the homeless once a month. The project was created in honor of their son whom they lost to suicide last year. Donations of food and supplies are always welcome as well. Go to jtownco.org/natesway. # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 10/10 - 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will decorate the lunch bags used to give food to the homeless. Decorations may include drawing, messages of hope and support, holiday wishes, etc. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

120 NATE'S WAY 12:00 p.m. - Decorating lunch bags for meals for the homeless

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Nate's Way is a family project that delivers food to the homeless once a month. The project was created in honor of their son whom they lost to suicide last year. Donations of food and supplies are always welcome as well. Go to jtownco.org/natesway. # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will decorate the lunch bags used to give food to the homeless. Decorations may include drawing, messages of hope and support, holiday wishes, etc. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

121 NEWBORNS IN NEED 11:00 - "Make Warm Welcome Bags" (5+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Newborns in Need provides care necessities through local social service agencies and hospitals to premature, ill, or impoverished newborns to give them a safe, healthy start in life. www.denverhealthfoundation.org/Programs/NewbornsinNeed # of Volunteers needed: 12 Time: Saturday 11/10, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 5+, One adult for every two children Volunteers will be making "Warm Welcome Bags," bags filled with baby items (bibs, burp clothes, 3-6 month sleepers, baby lotion, baby wash, and boppy pillows) for newborns to families in need. Location: 790 Delaware Street, Denver 80204

123 OVERSEAS MILITARY PERSONNEL 9:00 - Make Thanksgiving and Christmas cards

# of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving and Christmas Cards for Military Personnel overseas. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

124 OVERSEAS MILITARY PERSONNEL 12:00 - Make Thanksgiving and Christmas cards

# of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving and Christmas Cards for Military Personnel overseas. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

125 POCKET FLAG PROJECT 9:00 - fold/assemble pocket-sized flags to be sent to military troops (8+)

The Pocket Flag Project’s mission is send American flags to our front line and deployed troops. Included with each flag is a card that says: “A flag for your pocket so you can always carry a little piece of home. We are praying for you and we are proud of you. Thank you for defending our country and our freedom.” pocketflagproject.com # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 8+ Volunteers will fold and assemble pocket size American flags to be sent to our front line and other deployed military troops around the world. There is room on each card for volunteer groups to include a personal message or return address for thank you notes. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

126 POCKET FLAG PROJECT 12:00 - fold and assemble pocket sized flags to be sent to military troops (8+)

The Pocket Flag Project’s mission is send American flags to our front line and deployed troops. Included with each flag is a card that says: “A flag for your pocket so you can always carry a little piece of home. We are praying for you and we are proud of you. Thank you for defending our country and our freedom.” pocketflagproject.com # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 8+ Volunteers will fold and assemble pocket size American flags to be sent to our front line and other deployed military troops around the world. There is room on each card for volunteer groups to include a personal message or return address for thank you notes. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

129 RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE (DENVER) - Provide breakfast for residents

Provides comfortable, low-cost housing to out-of-town families needing to be near their hospitalized children. Between the Aurora House and the Denver House, they're able to keep 118 families close to their hospitalized children each night. In addition, they operate four Ronald McDonald Family Rooms which offer families a place to rest and regroup just steps away from their child’s hospital room and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile program provides medical and dental services to uninsured, or underinsured families. rmhc.org # of Volunteers needed: 7 Time: Saturday 11/10, 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. Restrictions: Children must be accompanied an adult Volunteers will prepare menu, provide food, prepare and serve meal, and clean up for 35-40 people. Location: 1300 E 21st Ave, Denver, CO 80205

130 RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE (AURORA) - Provide lunch for residents

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Provides comfortable, low-cost housing to out-of-town families needing to be near their hospitalized children. Between the Aurora House and the Denver House, they're able to keep 118 families close to their hospitalized children each night. In addition, they operate four Ronald McDonald Family Rooms which offer families a place to rest and regroup just steps away from their child’s hospital room and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile program provides medical and dental services to uninsured, or underinsured families. rmhc.org # of Volunteers needed: 12 Time: Saturday 11/10, 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Restrictions: Children must be accompanied an adult Volunteers will prepare menu, provide food, prepare and serve meal, and clean up for 25-30 people. Location: 932 Potomac Circle, Aurora 80011

132 SANDERSON APARTMENTS 9:00 - Make Christmas decorations

Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments Time : Saturday, Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will make Christmas decorations for residents' apartments and facility shared spaces. We will need people to plan projects and determine supplies needed prior to project day. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

133 SANDERSON APARTMENTS 12:00 - Make Christmas decorations

Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments Time : Saturday, Saturday 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will make Christmas decorations for residents' apartments and facility shared spaces. We will need people to plan projects and determine supplies needed prior to project day. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

135 SHILOH HOUSE (Littleton) - Cleaning, including mopping, vacuuming, bathrooms, wiping desks, chairs, etc.

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Shiloh House provides residential care, educational programming, day treatment and outpatient services, as well as independent living and an extensive array of community based wrap-around services. They believe in building a circle of support around each youth in their care. They work closely with families and social services personnel for youth and families impacted by abuse, neglect, and/or trauma. shilohhouse.org # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. Duration: approx 3 hours Restrictions: none, families welcome Volunteers will be cleaning school, including mopping, vacuuming, bathrooms, wiping desks, chairs, etc. Location: Approx. Coal Mine & Pierce (address will be provided before project)

138 THIRD WAY CENTER 9:00 - Make centerpieces for resident homes

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Third Way Center offers help and hope to high risk, mentally ill, disadvantaged and often homeless adolescents and their families. thirdwaycenter.org # of Volunteers needed: 8 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will be making table centerpieces for one of their resident homes to help make the holidays special. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

139 THIRD WAY CENTER 12:00 - Make centerpieces for resident homes

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Third Way Center offers help and hope to high risk, mentally ill, disadvantaged and often homeless adolescents and their families. thirdwaycenter.org # of Volunteers needed: 8 Time: Saturday 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will be making table centerpieces for one of their resident homes to help make the holidays special. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

140 WEINBERG FOOD PANTRY 9:00 - Package rice and beans for the food pantry

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Food Pantry in Denver assists individuals and families of all races and faiths facing hunger and food insecurity. jewishfamilyservice.org/services/denver-food-pantry # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Restrictions: none Volunteers will take rice and/or beans in large quantities and package it into small ziplock bags to be given out at the pantry. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

141 WEINBERG FOOD PANTRY 12:00 - package rice and beans for the food pantry

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Food Pantry in Denver assists individuals and families of all races and faiths facing hunger and food insecurity. jewishfamilyservice.org/services/denver-food-pantry # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 10/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Restrictions: none Volunteers will take rice and/or beans in large quantities and package it into small ziplock bags to be given out at the pantry. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

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142 9HEALTH FAIR - Non medical volunteers needed (18+)

9Health Fair's mission is providing Coloradans the tools they need to own their health to the next level. They provide health services via spring and fall fairs, education services via Health Happens, and Healthy Living Newsletters. 9healthfair.org # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 6:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: age (18+) Volunteers will be able to do a variety of tasks ex: Ambassadors in the building guiding participants through the flow, Assisting with a specific screening to ensure good flow, or Assisting with registration check in or out. Location: Adams City High School, 7200 Quebec Pkwy, Commerce City 80022

122 NEWBORNS IN NEED 2:00 - "Make Warm Welcome Bags" (5+)

Newborns in Need provides care necessities through local social service agencies and hospitals to premature, ill, or impoverished newborns to give them a safe, healthy start in life. www.denverhealthfoundation.org/Programs/NewbornsinNeed # of Volunteers needed: 12 Time: Saturday 11/10, 2:00-4:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 5+, One adult for every two children Volunteers will be making "Warm Welcome Bags," bags filled with baby items (bibs, burp clothes, 3-6 month sleepers, baby lotion, baby wash, and boppy pillows) for newborns to families in need. Location: 790 Delaware Street, Denver 80204

143 HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - painting (14+) and framing (18+) in Production Shop

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Habitat for Humanity helps families build and improve places to call home. They create affordable housing which plays a critical role in strong and stable communities. They also bring people together to build homes, communities & hope. habitatmetrodenver.org # Volunteers needed: 7 (5 for painting and 3 for framing) Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Restrictions: Age 14+ for paint shop 18+ for framing

Five volunteers are needed to work specifically in our paint shop (can be 14 and older but must have an adult with them), and three volunteers are needed to work in our framing shop (must be 18 or older). Participants will all be in the same area of the shop.

Location: Habitat for Humanity Production Facility, 520 Raritan Way, Denver

144 JOYOUS PAWS at SOMOREN GLEN - Make bookmarks with seniors during a pet therapy visit

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Joyous Paws is a locally based volunteer non-profit organization, offering free pet assisted activities and visits in Denver and Colorado Springs. We visit seniors, children, and others who love animals, but cannot have pets. joyouspaws.org Someren Glen is a retirement community serving more than 1,000 older adults of every belief in many innovative senior living communities in Colorado including Southeast Denver. www.somerenglen.org # of Volunters needed: 4 Time: Saturday 11/10, 11:00 - 12:30 a.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will assist Someren Glen residents with making bookmarks during a pet therapy visit from Joyous Paws. Location: 5000 E. Arapahoe Rd. Centennial, CO 80122

203 DENVER CHILDREN'S HOME - Prepare and serve breakfast for residents (21+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. ​​​​​​​Denver Children's Home restores hope & health to traumatized children & families through a comprehensive array of therapeutic, educational & community based services. They provide a comprehensive therapeutic and educational continuum of care for our region’s abused, neglected and traumatized children and their families with mental health issues. They offer prevention, intervention, and treatment programs grounded in trauma-informed care and the latest in brain-development research. denverchildrenshome.org # of Volunteers needed: 10-15 Time: Sunday 11/11, ​​​​​​​8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Restrictions: Minimum Age 21 - No photography, confidentialality critical, no physical touch Home-cooked breakfast planned, prepared, and served to resident children and staff at 9:00 a.m. for approximately 25 kids and 12 staff. Clean up following meal. Location: 1501 Albion St., Denver, CO 80220

208 MENTAL HEALTH CENTER OF DENVER - Distribute Crisis Cards

MCHD works to enable adults to live more fulfilling and productive lives, children to be more resilient, and families to be happier and healthier. Through multiple community sites, mental health providers in several Denver public schools, collaborations with community partnerships and home-based outreach, they provide treatment, prevention, outreach and crisis services to more than 60,000 children, families and adults annually. mchd.org
# of Volunteers needed: 8-10 Time: Sunday 11/11, 10:00 a.m. Duration: 2-3 hours Restrictions: none Volunteers will distribute 200 "Crisis Cards." These cards provide information about the Suicide Prevention Hotline and other mental health questions or immediate needs. Participants will meet at The Hub to pick up cards and discuss and determine locations. Volunteers will then distribute to those locations to place on cars, hand out, bulletin boards, etc. Location: Start at The Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

202 DAHLIA CAMPUS FOR HEALTH AND WELL-BEING (MHCD) - Decorate holiday cookies and make holiday cards for students.

Dahlia Campus for Health and Well-Being provides a place for community members to connect with their neighbors, learn new skills and find support they need to increase their health and well-being, education, access to healthy food, access to dental care and mental health services. The Dahlia Campus offers a comprehensive array of services including early childhood education, access to naturally-grown produce and protein; and a variety of indoor and outdoor community spaces to support multigenerational populations as they gather, connect, play and grow. The campus features a teaching kitchen; community room, community gymnasium, pediatric dental clinic and a wide array of mental health services. mhcd.org/dahlia-campus-for-health-well-being/ # of Volunteers needed: 12 Time: Sunday 11/11, 1:00-5:00 p.m. Volunteers will decorate holiday cookies and make holiday cards for students. Location: 3401 Eudora St., Denver 80207

221 SANDY'S CLOSET 12:00 - Sort clothes, set up racks, help with merchandise (18+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Sandy’s Closet is a clothing store with almost new clothing for bargain prices. ALL proceeds from the store benefit adults and children with special needs. sandys-closet.business.site # of Volunteers needed: 4 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 18+ Volunteers will sort clothes, set up racks, and help with other merchandise. Location: 4990 Leetsdale Ave, Denver 80246

222 SANDY'S CLOSET 2:00 - Sort clothes, set up racks, help with merchandise (18+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Sandy’s Closet is a clothing store with almost new clothing for bargain prices. ALL proceeds from the store benefit adults and children with special needs. sandys-closet.business.site # of Volunteers Needed: 4 Time: Sunday 11/11, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 18+ Volunteers will sort clothes, set up racks, and help with other merchandise. Locations: 4990 Leetsdale Ave, Denver 80246

223 SHILOH HOUSE -THE SANCTUALRY - Cleaning, including mopping, vacuuming, bathrooms, wiping desks, chairs, etc.

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. The Sanctuary is a multi-purpose center that ensures the safety of youth and families through combined juvenile assessment, crisis intervention, short term shelter, RCCF program, educational and treatment services for male and female youth ages 5-17. It has up to 28 male/female youth, 16 group care counselors, 4 on site supervisors that can help facilitate programming, and intakes 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.The program is designed to provide shelter to youth for up to two weeks while situational stabilization is sought after. If deemed appropriate youth can stay for an extended period based on their needs. The Sanctuary allows over 500 youth to be served each year! shilohhouse.org # of Volunteers needed: 12 Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: none, families welcome Volunteers will be cleaning school, including mopping, vacuuming, bathrooms, wiping desks, chairs, etc. Location: Thornton, approx. I-25 and 84th (exact location will be provided later)

225 SHILOH HOUSE (Littleton) - Hang holiday lights (14+)

Shiloh House provides residential care, educational programming, day treatment and outpatient services, as well as independent living and an extensive array of community based wrap-around services. They believe in building a circle of support around each youth in their care. They work closely with families and social services personnel for youth and families impacted by abuse, neglect, and/or trauma. shilohhouse.org # of Volunteers needed : 6 Time : Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions : 14+ and no kids on ladders Volunteers will hang lights at two homes in preparation for the holidays. Location: Approx. Coal Mine & Pierce (exact location will be provided later)

226 SHILOH HOUSE (Commerce City house) - Hang holiday lights (14+)

Shiloh House provides residential care, educational programming, day treatment and outpatient services, as well as independent living and an extensive array of community based wrap-around services. They believe in building a circle of support around each youth in their care. They work closely with families and social services personnel for youth and families impacted by abuse, neglect, and/or trauma. shilohhouse.org # of Volunteers needed : 6 Time : Sunday 11/11,​​​​​ 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Duration : 2-3 hours Restrictions : 14+ and no kids on ladders ​​​​​​​ Volunteers will hang lights in preparation for the holidays. Location: Commerce City (exact location will be provided later)

215 PROJECT LINUS 9:00 - Make blankets for kids (10+)

Provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer “blanketeers.” projectlinus.org # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Sunday 10/11 - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 10+ Volunteeers will make no-sew blankets for children who are ill or otherwise in need. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

216 PROJECT LINUS 12:00 - Make blankets for kids (10+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer “blanketeers.” projectlinus.org # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Sunday 10/11 - 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 10+ Volunteeers will make no-sew blankets for children who are ill or otherwise in need. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

205 HONOR BELL FOUNDATION - Pass out flyers and answer basic quesions about the foundation at their booth at the Veteran's Day Celebration

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. The Honor Bell Foundation creates a community of veterans to foster public appreciation of military service and honor their fellow veterans at funeral services and veteran outreach programs. They have commissioned a custom Honor Bell, forged from bronze, including medals and insignia from veterans, to be rung by a corps of former service members from all conflicts and military branches during veteran funeral services around Colorado. honorbell.org # of Volunteers needed: 2-3 Date: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: Adults or kids 12+ with an adult, must be able to stand for duration in all types of weather. It is a rain or shine event. Volunteers will assist at their stand at Fort Logan Cemetery during the Veterans Day Celebration. Volunteers will pass out flyers and answer basic questions about the Honor Bell Foundation. Location: Fort Logan Cemetery, 3698 S. Sheridan Blvd, Denver, 80236

227 SOMEREN GLEN - assist in an art class for seniors (10+)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Someren Glen is a retirement community that serves more than 1,000 older adults of every belief in many innovative senior living communities in Colorado in Southeast Denver. www.somerenglen.org # of Volunters needed: 2 Time: Sunday 11/11, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 10+, must be at least one adult Artist Judi Frank will conduct a basic art class for 10 residents at Someren Glen. Volunteers will assist her with set up, clean up, and helping the art students during the class. Location: 5000 E. Arapahoe Rd. Centennial, CO 80122

201 A LITTLE HELP - House and yard maintenance helping seniors

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. A Little Help works to help seniors remain an integral part of their community, to live in the homes they have come to love, and to maintain the network of friends and neighbors they have developed over the years. alittlehelp.org # Volunteers Needed: 20 Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. Duration: 2-3 hours Restrictions: No kids on ladders This project includes raking, edging, weeding, and possibly some ground floor window cleaning. Location: Meet at A Little Help - 2755 S. Locust St. Suite 220, Denver 80222

204 FORT LOGAN NATIONAL CEMETERY - set up, pass out flyers, help with reserved seating and stay to clean up

Fort Logan is a National Cemetery for veterans and select family members. They are conducting a Veterans Day Ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 11 to honor veterans of all United States military branches. This Veterans Day they will also be celebrating the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to commemorate the end of World War I. # of Volunteers needed: 20 Date: November 11, 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (extra time may be needed for parking) Restrictions: Children must be with an adult. Must be able to set up chairs and do some light physical labor. It is a rain or shine event. Must be prepared for all types of weather. Volunteers will help set up for the ceremony including setting up chairs, passing out flyers, and designating reserved seating. After ceremony, volunteers will help clean up. Location: Fort Logan Cemetery, 3698 S. Sheridan Blvd., Denver, CO 80236

206 MEALS ON WHEELS 9:00 - Make Thanksgiving cards to go with meals

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. tlcmealsonwheels.org # of Volunteers needed: 8-10 Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving cards to go with the meals delivered to the recipients of Meals on Wheels. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

207 MEALS ON WHEELS 12:00 - Make Thanksgiving cards to go with meals

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. tlcmealsonwheels.org # of Volunteers needed: 8-10 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving cards to go with the meals delivered to the recipients of Meals on Wheels. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

210 NATE'S WAY 12:00 - Decorate lunch bags for meals for the homeless

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Nate's Way is a family project that delivers food to the homeless once a month. The project was created in honor of their son whom they lost to suicide last year. Donations of food and supplies are always welcome as well. jtownco.org/natesway. # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteeers will decorate the lunch bags used to give food to the homeless. Decorations may include drawing, messages of hope and support, holiday wishes, etc. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

209 NATE'S WAY 9:00 - Decorate lunch bags for meals for the homeless

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Nate's Way is a family project that delivers food to the homeless once a month. The project was created in honor of their son whom they lost to suicide last year. Donations of food and supplies are always welcome as well. jtownco.org/natesway. # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Volunteeers will decorate the lunch bags used to give food to the homeless. Decorations may include drawing, messages of hope and support, holiday wishes, etc. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

211 OVERSEAS MILITARY PERSONNEL 9:00 - Make Thanksgiving and Christmas cards

Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving and Christmas Cards for Military Personnel overseas. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

212 OVERSEAS MILITARY PERSONNEL 12:00 - Making Thanksgiving and Christmas cards

Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving and Christmas Cards for Military Personnel overseas. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

213 POCKET FLAG PROJECT 9:00 - fold and assemble pocket sized flags to be sent to military troops (8+)

The Pocket Flag Project’s mission is send American flags to our front line and deployed troops. Included with each flag is a card that says: “A flag for your pocket so you can always carry a little piece of home. We are praying for you and we are proud of you. Thank you for defending our country and our freedom.” pocketflagproject.com # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 8+ Volunteers will fold and assemble pocket size American flags to be sent to our front line and other deployed military troops around the world. There is room on each card for volunteer groups to include a personal message or return address for thank you notes. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

214 POCKET FLAG PROJECT 12:00 - fold and assemble pocket sized flags to be sent to military troops (8+)

The Pocket Flag Project’s mission is send American flags to our front line and deployed troops. Included with each flag is a card that says: “A flag for your pocket so you can always carry a little piece of home. We are praying for you and we are proud of you. Thank you for defending our country and our freedom.” pocketflagproject.com # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 8+ Volunteers will fold and assemble pocket size American flags to be sent to our front line and other deployed military troops around the world. There is room on each card for volunteer groups to include a personal message or return address for thank you notes. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

217 RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE - Provide breakfast for residents at Denver location

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Provides comfortable, low-cost housing to out-of-town families needing to be near their hospitalized children. Between the Aurora House and the Denver House, they're able to keep 118 families close to their hospitalized children each night. In addition, they operate four Ronald McDonald Family Rooms which offer families a place to rest and regroup just steps away from their child’s hospital room and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile program provides medical and dental services to uninsured, or underinsured families. rmhc.org # of Volunteers needed: 6-8 Time: Sunday 11/11, 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. Restrictions: Children must be accompanied an adult Volunteers will prepare menu, provide food, prepare and serve meal, and clean up. Location: 1300 E 21st Ave, Denver, CO 80205

218 RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE - Provide lunch for residents at Aurora location

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Provides comfortable, low-cost housing to out-of-town families needing to be near their hospitalized children. Between the Aurora House and the Denver House, they're able to keep 118 families close to their hospitalized children each night. In addition, they operate four Ronald McDonald Family Rooms which offer families a place to rest and regroup just steps away from their child’s hospital room and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile program provides medical and dental services to uninsured, or underinsured families. rmhc.org # of Volunteers needed: 6-8 Time: Sunday 11/11, 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Restrictions: Children must be accompanied an adult Volunteers will prepare menu, provide food, prepare and serve meal, and clean up. Location: 932 Potomac Circle, Aurora 80011

219 SANDERSON APARTMENTS 9:00 - Make Christmas decorations

Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments # of Volunteers needed: 25 Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will make Christmas decorations for residents' apartments and facility shared spaces. We will need people to plan projects and determine supplies needed prior to project day. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree 8827 Lone Tree Pkwy)

220 SANDERSON APARTMENTS 12:00 - Make Christmas decorations

Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments # of Volunteers needed: 25 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will make Christmas decorations for residents' apartments and facility shared spaces. We will need people to plan projects and determine supplies needed prior to project day. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree 8827 Lone Tree Pkwy)

224 SHILOH HOUSE FAMILY RESOURCE PAVILLION - Cook and serve lunch, games or crafts with youth (18+)

The Family Resource Pavilion is a community partnership that promotes the well-being of young people and their families through coordinated access to a comprehensive network of support services. The facility is open 24 hours a day to youth and families. The Family Resource Pavilion is a welcoming place for young people and their families to go for help with a variety of life’s challenges including school and behavioral issues, family conflict, drug use, juvenile court involvement, and more. There is a team of experts at the Pavilion to learn about each family’s strengths and needs and matches them with the services that they need. They have nine partners all under one roof to provide the services these families need. Partners include Synergy Addition Research and Treatment, AllHealth Network, Juvenile Diversion Counseling Program, Arapahoe County Department of Human Services, Douglas County Department of Human Services, Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, and Shiloh House. shilohhouse.org # of Volunteers needed: 15 Time: Sunday 11/11, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 18+ Volunteers will cook and serve lunch for approximately 12 youth. Before or after lunch, volunteers will do a craft project or play games with residents. Location: 9700 E. Easter Lane, Centennial

228 THIRD WAY CENTER 9:00 - Make centerpieces for resident homes

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Third Way Center offers help and hope to high risk, mentally ill, disadvantaged and often homeless adolescents and their families. thirdwaycenter.org # of Volunteers needed: 8 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will be making table centerpieces for one of their resident homes to help make the holidays special. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

229 THIRD WAY CENTER 12:00 - Make centerpieces for resident homes

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Third Way Center offers help and hope to high risk, mentally ill, disadvantaged and often homeless adolescents and their families. thirdwaycenter.org # of Volunteers needed: 8 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will be making table centerpieces for one of their resident homes to help make the holidays special. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

230 WEINBERG FOOD PANTRY 9:00 - Package rice for the food pantry

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Food Pantry in Denver assists individuals and families of all races and faiths facing hunger and food insecurity. jewishfamilyservice.org/services/denver-food-pantry Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Restrictions: none Volunteers will take rice and/or beans in large quantities and package it into small ziplock bags to be given out at the pantry. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

231 WEINBERG FOOD PANTRY 12:00 - Package rice for the food pantry

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Food Pantry in Denver assists individuals and families of all races and faiths facing hunger and food insecurity.
jewishfamilyservice.org/services/denver-food-pantry Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Restrictions: none Volunteers will take rice and/or beans in large quantities and package it into small ziplock bags to be given out at the pantry. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

245 FORT LOGAN NATIONAL CEMETERY - placing flags on graves preceeding Veteran's Day Ceremony

Fort Logan is a National Cemetery for veterans and select family members. They are conducting a Veterans Day Ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 11 to honor veterans of all United States military branches. This Veterans Day they will also be celebrating the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to commemorate the end of World War I. # of Volunteers needed: 30 Date: Sunday, November 11 at 11:00 a.m. Meeting place is at Utah St. and Denver Drive, just inside the north gate at 11:00 am There will be a short presentation before placing flags Restrictions: Children must be with an adult. Must be prepared for all types of weather. Volunteers will spend 1-2 hours placing flags on the graves in the cemetery. Location: Fort Logan Cemetery, 3698 S. Sheridan Blvd., Denver, CO 80236

406 SPECIAL OLYMPICS - Play flag football with kids and adults with intellectual disabilities (16+ or 8-15 with adult)

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Special Olympics provides year-round sports training & athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children & adults with intellectual disabilities. specialolympics.org # of Volunteers needed: 12 Date: Saturday 11/3, 11:30 - 4:30 p.m. Restrictions: 16+ can volunteer. 8-15 yrs must have adult with them. <7 yrs old can be cheerleader but must have adult with them. 8-15 yr olds must have one adult for every 3 kids. Volunteers will play flag football with Special Olympics participants at the 3-State Flag Football Tournament. Location: Colorado State University in FORT COLLINS

407 SPECIAL OLYMPICS - Bowl with kids and adults with intellectual disabilities (7:30 a.m.) (16+ or 8-15 with adult)

Special Olympics provides year-round sports training & athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children & adults with intellectual disabilities. specialolympics.org # of Volunteers needed: 12 Date: Saturday 11/17, 7:30 to 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: 16+ can volunteer. 8-15 yrs must have adult with them. <7 yrs old can be cheerleader but must have adult with them. 8-15 yr olds must have one adult for every 3 kids.8-15 yr olds need 3:1 ratio. Meaning one adult for every 3 kids. Volunteers will bowl with Special Olympics participants for the State Fall Classic Bowling Tournament. Location: AMF Belleview Lanes 4900 S. Federal Blvd. Englewood, 80110

401 AFSP OUT OF THE DARKNESS WALK - Walk for suicide education prevention - COMPLETED!! Setember 22nd

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention raises awareness, funds scientific research and provides resources and aid to those affected by suicide. Out of the Darkness is a Community Walk to raise suicide awareness, create community support for those affected by suicide, and fund resources to aid in education and prevention. THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN COMPLETED!

403 FORT LOGAN NATIONAL CEMETERY - help remove flags from graves following Veteran's Day Ceremony

Fort Logan is a National Cemetery for veterans and family members. They are conducting a Veterans Day Ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 11 to honor veterans of all United States military branches. This Veterans Day they will also be celebrating the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to commemorate the end of World War I. # of Volunteers needed: 30 Date: November 12 10:30 a.m - 12:30 p.m. Restrictions: Children must be with an adult. Must be prepared for all types of weather. Volunteers will spend 1-2 hours removing flags from the graves. Must park in visitors parking and walk around the lake to the flag pole. Location: Fort Logan Cemetery, 3698 S. Sheridan Blvd., Denver, CO 80236

408 SPECIAL OLYMPICS - Bowl with kids and adults with intellectual disabilities (11:30 a.m.) (16+ or 8-15 with adult)

Special Olympics provides year-round sports training & athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children & adults with intellectual disabilities. specialolympics.org # of Volunteers needed: 12 Date: Saturday 11/17, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Restrictions: 16+ can volunteer. 8-15 yrs must have adult with them. <7 yrs old can be cheerleader but must have adult with them. 8-15 yr olds must have one adult for every 3 kids.8-15 yr olds need 3:1 ratio. Meaning one adult for every 3 kids. Volunteers will bowl with Special Olympics participants for the State Fall Classic Bowling Tournament. Location: AMF Belleview Lanes 4900 S. Federal Blvd. Englewood, 80110

404 IMPACT LOCALLY - Make sack lunches for the homeless (8+)

Impact Locally helps individuals & families who are in need and homeless to regain their humanity by providing programs that provide both short and long term solutions. impactlocally.org # of Volunteers needed: 50 Date: Sunday, November 18 Time: 12:00 - 2:30 p.m. Restrictions: Age 8+, Volunteers are asked to bring $10/individual or $20/family to help cover the food cost. Volunteers will prepare sack lunches. It will take approximately 1 hour to make the food and 1 hour to distribute the food to Saint Francis and the Denver Rescue Mission. There is a kids corner set up where kids can write positive messages for the recipients. Each volunteer would be able to hand out 20-25 lunches. Location: 2637 Welton Street, Denver 80205

304 POCKET FLAG PROJECT (at home) - fold and assemble pocket sized flags to be sent to military troops

The Pocket Flag Project’s mission is send American flags to our front line and deployed troops. Included with each flag is a card that says: “A flag for your pocket so you can always carry a little piece of home. We are praying for you and we are proud of you. Thank you for defending our country and our freedom.” Volunteers will fold and assemble pocket size American flags to be sent to our front line and other deployed military troops around the world. There is room on each card for volunteer groups to include a personal message or return address for thank you notes. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

301 MEALS ON WHEELS (at home) - Make Thanksgiving cards to go with meals

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. tlcmealsonwheels.org This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

302 NATE'S WAY (at home) - Decorating lunch bags for meals for the homeless

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Nate's Way is a family project that delivers food to the homeless once a month. The project was created in honor of their son whom they lost to suicide last year. Donations of food and supplies are always welcome as well. Go to jtownco.org/natesway. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

303 OVERSEAS MILITARY PERSONNEL (at home) - Make Thanksgiving and Christmas cards

Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving and Christmas Cards for Military Personnel overseas. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

305 PROJECT LINUS (at home) - Make blankets for kids

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer “blanketeers.” projectlinus.org Volunteeers will make no-sew blankets for children who are ill or otherwise in need. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

306 SANDERSON APARTMENTS - MHCD (at home) - Make Christmas decorations

Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments Volunteers will make Christmas decorations for residents' apartments and facility shared spaces. We will need people to plan projects and determine supplies needed prior to project day. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

307 THIRD WAY CENTER (at home) - Make centerpieces for resident homes

This project is CLOSED. Please choose another. Third Way Center offers help and hope to high risk, mentally ill, disadvantaged and often homeless adolescents and their families. thirdwaycenter.org Volunteeers will be making table centerpieces for one of the resident homes to help make the holidays special. This is an at home project. Please deliver on Saturday, 11/10 or Sunday 11/11 to The Hub (8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124)

308 WEINBERG FOOD PANTRY (at home) - Package rice for the food pantry

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Food Pantry in Denver assists individuals and families of all races and faiths facing hunger and food insecurity. Volunteers will take rice and/or beans in large quantities and package it into small ziplock bags to be given out at the pantry. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 10/10 or 10/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

201 A LITTLE HELP - House and yard maintenance helping seniors

A Little Help works to help seniors remain an integral part of their community, to live in the homes they have come to love, and to maintain the network of friends and neighbors they have developed over the years. alittlehelp.org # Volunteers Needed: 20 Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. Duration: 2-3 hours Restrictions: No kids on ladders This project includes raking, edging, weeding, and possibly some ground floor window cleaning. Location: Meet at A Little Help - 2755 S. Locust St. Suite 220, Denver 80222

102 CLOTHES TO KIDS - Sort, tag, size, hang clothing and help in "store" (8+)

Clothes for Kids provides free school clothing to preschool-12th grade students from low income or in-crisis families in a warm, welcoming, store-like setting. clothestokidsdenver.org # Volunteers Needed : 15 Time : Saturday 11/10, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 8+, No more than 10 kids with 5 adults Volunteers will process incoming donations, sort, tag, size and hang clothing needed to restock store, clean & tidy store. Location: 2890 S. Colorado Blvd. Unit M-3, Denver, CO 80222

104 COLORADO UPLIFT - Set up and organize in-kind gifts closet

As teacher/mentors and life coaches, the staff at Colorado Uplift develops long-term relationships as early as elementary school with at-risk youth. This bond continues through middle and high school, providing the relational support missing from students’ lives. coloradouplift.org # Volunteers Needed: 3 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00-12:00 Restrictions: 10+, must be at least one adult Volunteers will tour the facility with a staff member and set up and organize an in-kind gift closet. Possibly setting up shelving. Location: 400 W. 48th Avenue, Suite 250, Denver, CO 80216

105 COLORADO UPLIFT - Organize and deep clean facility kitchen (10+)

As teacher/mentors and life coaches, the staff at Colorado Uplift develops long-term relationships as early as elementary school with at-risk youth. This bond continues through middle and high school, providing the relational support missing from students’ lives. coloradouplift.org​​​​​​​ # Volunteers Needed: 5 Time: Saturday 11/10, 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.​​​​​​​ Restrictions: 10+, at least 3 adults Volunteers will tour the facility with a staff member and organize and deep clean the facility kitchen. Location: 400 W. 48th Avenue Suite 250, Denver 80216

106 COLORADO UPLIFT - Create gratitude cards and holiday card and crafts

As teacher/mentors and life coaches, the staff at Colorado Uplift develops long-term relationships as early as elementary school with at-risk youth. This bond continues through middle and high school, providing the relational support missing from students’ lives. coloradouplift.org # Volunteers Needed: 15 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: None, Great for Families Volunteers will create gratitude cards, holiday cards, and craft ornaments for students and their families. Additionally, set up the room for class the following day. Location: 400 W. 48th Avenue Suite 250, Denver 80216

211 OVERSEAS MILITARY PERSONNEL 9:00 - Make Thanksgiving and Christmas cards

Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving and Christmas Cards for Military Personnel overseas. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

404 IMPACT LOCALLY - Make sack lunches for the homeless (8+)

Impact Locally helps individuals & families who are in need and homeless to regain their humanity by providing programs that provide both short and long term solutions. impactlocally.org # of Volunteers needed: 50 Date: Sunday, November 18 Time: 12:00 - 2:30 p.m. Restrictions: Age 8+, Volunteers are asked to bring $10/individual or $20/family to help cover the food cost. Volunteers will prepare sack lunches. It will take approximately 1 hour to make the food and 1 hour to distribute the food to Saint Francis and the Denver Rescue Mission. There is a kids corner set up where kids can write positive messages for the recipients. Each volunteer would be able to hand out 20-25 lunches. Location: 2637 Welton Street, Denver 80205

401 AFSP OUT OF THE DARKNESS WALK - Walk for suicide education prevention - Setember 22nd

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention raises awareness, funds scientific research and provides resources and aid to those affected by suicide. Out of the Darkness is a Community Walk to raise suicide awareness, create community support for those affected by suicide, and fund resources to aid in education and prevention. afsp.org Several volunteers did this walk together last year and it was a truly remarkable and moving experience. Event Venue: Coors Field - 1663 Park Avenue West Date: Saturday, 9/22 Time: Check-in: 8:30 am, Walk Start Time: 10:00 am Register to walk with out team HERE!

303 OVERSEAS MILITARY PERSONNEL (at home) - Make Thanksgiving and Christmas cards

Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving and Christmas Cards for Military Personnel overseas. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

123 OVERSEAS MILITARY PERSONNEL 9:00 - Make Thanksgiving and Christmas cards

# of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving and Christmas Cards for Military Personnel overseas. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

111 IMPACT LOCALLY - Help in store for the homeless (8+)

Impact Locally helps individuals & families who are in need and homeless to regain their humanity by providing programs that provide both short and long term solutions. impactlocally.org # of Volunteers needed: 25 Time: Saturday 11/10, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 8+ and all children must be with an adult Volunteers will help at the Impact Humanity Store, a clothing store for the homeless. Location: 2526 Welton St, Denver, CO 80205

121 NEWBORNS IN NEED 11:00 - Make "Warm Welcome Bags" (5+)

Newborns in Need provides care necessities through local social service agencies and hospitals to premature, ill, or impoverished newborns to give them a safe, healthy start in life. newbornsinneed.org # of Volunteers needed: 12 Time: Saturday 11/10, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 5+, One adult for every two children Volunteers will be making "Warm Welcome Bags," bags filled with baby items (bibs, burp clothes, 3-6 month sleepers, baby lotion, baby wash, and boppy pillows) for newborns to families in need. Location: 790 Delaware Street, Denver 80204

122 NEWBORNS IN NEED 2:00 - "Make Warm Welcome Bags" (5+)

Newborns in Need provides care necessities through local social service agencies and hospitals to premature, ill, or impoverished newborns to give them a safe, healthy start in life. newbornsinneed.org # of Volunteers needed: 12 Time: Saturday 11/10, 2:00-4:00 p.m. Restrictions: Age 5+, One adult for every two children Volunteers will be making "Warm Welcome Bags," bags filled with baby items (bibs, burp clothes, 3-6 month sleepers, baby lotion, baby wash, and boppy pillows) for newborns to families in need. Location: 790 Delaware Street, Denver 80204

308 WEINBERG FOOD PANTRY (at home)- Package rice for the food pantry

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Food Pantry in Denver assists individuals and families of all races and faiths facing hunger and food insecurity.
jewishfamilyservice.org/services/denver-food-pantry Volunteers will take rice and/or beans in large quantities and package it into small ziplock bags to be given out at the pantry. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 10/10 or 10/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

140 WEINBERG FOOD PANTRY 9:00 - Package rice and beans for the food pantry

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Food Pantry in Denver assists individuals and families of all races and faiths facing hunger and food insecurity. jewishfamilyservice.org/services/denver-food-pantry # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Restrictions: none Volunteers will take rice and/or beans in large quantities and package it into small ziplock bags to be given out at the pantry. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

230 WEINBERG FOOD PANTRY 9:00 - Package rice for the food pantry

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Food Pantry in Denver assists individuals and families of all races and faiths facing hunger and food insecurity. jewishfamilyservice.org/services/denver-food-pantry Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Restrictions: none Volunteers will take rice and/or beans in large quantities and package it into small ziplock bags to be given out at the pantry. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

119 NATE'S WAY 9:00 - Decorating lunch bags for meals for the homeless

Nate's Way is a family project that delivers food to the homeless once a month. The project was created in honor of their son whom they lost to suicide last year. Donations of food and supplies are always welcome as well. Go to jtownco.org/natesway. # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 10/10 - 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will decorate the lunch bags used to give food to the homeless. Decorations may include drawing, messages of hope and support, holiday wishes, etc. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

132 SANDERSON APARTMENTS 9:00 - Make Christmas decorations

Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments Time : Saturday, Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will make Christmas decorations for residents' apartments and facility shared spaces. We will need people to plan projects and determine supplies needed prior to project day. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

219 SANDERSON APARTMENTS 9:00 - Make Christmas decorations

Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments # of Volunteers needed: 25 Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will make Christmas decorations for residents' apartments and facility shared spaces. We will need people to plan projects and determine supplies needed prior to project day. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree 8827 Lone Tree Pkwy)

306 SANDERSON APARTMENTS - MHCD (at home) - Make Christmas decorations

Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments Volunteers will make Christmas decorations for residents' apartments and facility shared spaces. We will need people to plan projects and determine supplies needed prior to project day. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

116 MENTAL HEALTH CENTER OF DENVER - Distribute Crisis Cards

MCHD works to enable adults to live more fulfilling and productive lives, children to be more resilient, and families to be happier and healthier. Through multiple community sites, mental health providers in several Denver public schools, collaborations with community partnerships and home-based outreach, we provide treatment, prevention, outreach and crisis services to more than 60,000 children, families and adults annually. mchd.org
# of Volunteers needed: 8-10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 10:00 a.m. Duration: 2-3 hours Restrictions: none Volunteers will distribute 200 "Crisis Cards." These cards provide information about the Suicide Prevention Hotline and other mental health questions or immediate needs. Participants will meet at The Hub to pick up cards and discuss and determine locations. Volunteers will then distribute to those locations to place on cars, hand out, bulletin boards, etc. Location: Start at The Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

209 NATE'S WAY 9:00 - Decorate lunch bags for meals for the homeless

Nate's Way is a family project that delivers food to the homeless once a month. The project was created in honor of their son whom they lost to suicide last year. Donations of food and supplies are always welcome as well. jtownco.org/natesway. # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Volunteeers will decorate the lunch bags used to give food to the homeless. Decorations may include drawing, messages of hope and support, holiday wishes, etc. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

113 MEALS ON WHEELS - Pick up and deliver groceries to seniors and homebound

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. tlcmealsonwheels.org # of Volunteers needed: 4 groups of 2 or more people Time: Saturday, 11/10, 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: Group must have an individual that has a car, a driver, and an individual to help carry grocery bags. Comfortable with population - elderly, disabled, and/or ill. Volunteers will drive to the program site, pick up groceries, and deliver them to residences using a route designated by the program. Once you are finished delivering the route, you are free to go. No need to go back to the program site. Location: 7300 S. Clermont Dr., Centennial 80122

130 RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE (AURORA) - Provide lunch for residents

Provides comfortable, low-cost housing to out-of-town families needing to be near their hospitalized children. Between the Aurora House and the Denver House, they're able to keep 118 families close to their hospitalized children each night. In addition, they operate four Ronald McDonald Family Rooms which offer families a place to rest and regroup just steps away from their child’s hospital room and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile program provides medical and dental services to uninsured, or underinsured families. rmhc.org # of Volunteers needed: 12 Time: Saturday 11/10, 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Restrictions: Children must be accompanied an adult Volunteers will prepare menu, provide food, prepare and serve meal, and clean up for 25-30 people. Location: 932 Potomac Circle, Aurora 80011

218 RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE - Provide lunch for residents at Aurora location

Provides comfortable, low-cost housing to out-of-town families needing to be near their hospitalized children. Between the Aurora House and the Denver House, they're able to keep 118 families close to their hospitalized children each night. In addition, they operate four Ronald McDonald Family Rooms which offer families a place to rest and regroup just steps away from their child’s hospital room and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile program provides medical and dental services to uninsured, or underinsured families. rmhc.org # of Volunteers needed: 6-8 Time: Sunday 11/11, 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Duration: Restrictions: Children must be accompanied an adult Volunteers will prepare menu, provide food, prepare and serve meal, and clean up. Location: 932 Potomac Circle, Aurora 80011

217 RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE - Provide breakfast for residents at Denver location

Provides comfortable, low-cost housing to out-of-town families needing to be near their hospitalized children. Between the Aurora House and the Denver House, they're able to keep 118 families close to their hospitalized children each night. In addition, they operate four Ronald McDonald Family Rooms which offer families a place to rest and regroup just steps away from their child’s hospital room and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile program provides medical and dental services to uninsured, or underinsured families. rmhc.org # of Volunteers needed: 6-8 Time: Sunday 11/11, 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. Restrictions: Children must be accompanied an adult Volunteers will prepare menu, provide food, prepare and serve meal, and clean up. Location: 1300 E 21st Ave, Denver, CO 80205

135 SHILOH HOUSE (Littleton) - Cleaning, including mopping, vacuuming, bathrooms, wiping desks, chairs, etc.

Shiloh House provides residential care, educational programming, day treatment and outpatient services, as well as independent living and an extensive array of community based wrap-around services. They believe in building a circle of support around each youth in their care. They work closely with families and social services personnel for youth and families impacted by abuse, neglect, and/or trauma. shilohhouse.org # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. Duration: approx 3 hours Restrictions: none, families welcome Volunteers will be cleaning school, including mopping, vacuuming, bathrooms, wiping desks, chairs, etc. Location: Approx. Coal Mine & Pierce (address will be provided before project)

224 SHILOH HOUSE FAMILY RESOURCE PAVILION - Cook and serve lunch, games or crafts with youth (18+)

The Family Resource Pavilion is a community partnership that promotes the well-being of young people and their families through coordinated access to a comprehensive network of support services. The facility is open 24 hours a day to youth and families. The Family Resource Pavilion is a welcoming place for young people and their families to go for help with a variety of life’s challenges including school and behavioral issues, family conflict, drug use, juvenile court involvement, and more. There is a team of experts at the Pavilion to learn about each family’s strengths and needs and then matches them with the services that they need. They have nine partners all under one roof to provide the services these families need. Partners include Synergy Addition Research and Treatment, AllHealth Network, Juvenile Diversion Counseling Program, Arapahoe County Department of Human Services, Douglas County Department of Human Services, Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, and Shiloh House. shilohhouse.org # of Volunteers needed: 15 Time: Sunday 11/11, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 18+ Volunteers will cook and serve lunch for approximately 12 youth. Before or after lunch, volunteers will do a craft project or play games with residents. Location: 9700 E. Easter Lane, Centennial

305 PROJECT LINUS (at home)- Make blankets for kids

Provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets and afghans, lovingly created by volunteer “blanketeers.” projectlinus.org Volunteeers will make no-sew blankets for children who are ill or otherwise in need. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

129 RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE (DENVER) - Provide breakfast for residents

Provides comfortable, low-cost housing to out-of-town families needing to be near their hospitalized children. Between the Aurora House and the Denver House, they're able to keep 118 families close to their hospitalized children each night. In addition, they operate four Ronald McDonald Family Rooms which offer families a place to rest and regroup just steps away from their child’s hospital room and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile program provides medical and dental services to uninsured, or underinsured families. rmhc.org # of Volunteers needed: 7 Time: Saturday 11/10, 8:00 - 10:30 a.m. Restrictions: Children must be accompanied an adult Volunteers will prepare menu, provide food, prepare and serve meal, and clean up for 35-40 people. Location: 1300 E 21st Ave, Denver, CO 80205

229 THIRD WAY CENTER 12:00 - Make centerpieces for resident homes

Third Way Center offers help and hope to high risk, mentally ill, disadvantaged and often homeless adolescents and their families. thirdwaycenter.org # of Volunteers needed: 8 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will be making table centerpieces for one of their resident homes to help make the holidays special. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

120 NATE'S WAY 12:00 - Decorating lunch bags for meals for the homeless

Nate's Way is a family project that delivers food to the homeless once a month. The project was created in honor of their son whom they lost to suicide last year. Donations of food and supplies are always welcome as well. Go to jtownco.org/natesway. # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will decorate the lunch bags used to give food to the homeless. Decorations may include drawing, messages of hope and support, holiday wishes, etc. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

133 SANDERSON APARTMENTS 12:00 - Make Christmas decorations

Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments Time : Saturday, Saturday 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will make Christmas decorations for residents' apartments and facility shared spaces. We will need people to plan projects and determine supplies needed prior to project day. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

212 OVERSEAS MILITARY PERSONNEL 12:00 - Making Thanksgiving and Christmas cards

Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving and Christmas Cards for Military Personnel overseas. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

220 SANDERSON APARTMENTS 12:00 - Make Christmas decorations

Sanderson Apartments provides permanent, supportive apartment homes for chronically homeless people in our community. The Mental Health Center of Denver has successfully owned and operated residential homes and apartments for over 25 years, providing safe and affordable housing throughout the city. Permanent supportive housing allows their residents to live independently, while getting the treatment they need to get better and transform their lives. For more information, go to: mhcd.org/permanent-supportive-housing/#sanderson-apartments # of Volunteers needed: 25 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will make Christmas decorations for residents' apartments and facility shared spaces. We will need people to plan projects and determine supplies needed prior to project day. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree 8827 Lone Tree Pkwy)

231 WEINBERG FOOD PANTRY 12:00 - Package rice for the food pantry

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Food Pantry in Denver assists individuals and families of all races and faiths facing hunger and food insecurity. Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Restrictions: none Volunteers will take rice and/or beans in large quantities and package it into small ziplock bags to be given out at the pantry. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

209 NATE'S WAY 12:00 - Decorate lunch bags for meals for the homeless

Nate's Way is a family project that delivers food to the homeless once a month. The project was created in honor of their son whom they lost to suicide last year. Donations of food and supplies are always welcome as well. jtownco.org/natesway. # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteeers will decorate the lunch bags used to give food to the homeless. Decorations may include drawing, messages of hope and support, holiday wishes, etc. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

307 THIRD WAY CENTER (at home) - Make centerpieces for resident homes

Third Way Center offers help and hope to high risk, mentally ill, disadvantaged and often homeless adolescents and their families. thirdwaycenter.org Volunteeers will be making table centerpieces for one of the resident homes to help make the holidays special. This is an at home project. Please deliver on Saturday, 11/10 or Sunday 11/11 to The Hub (8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124)

114 MEALS ON WHEELS 9:00 - Make Thanksgiving cards to go with meals

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. Meals on Wheels prepares and delivers 400 meals a day to seniors and homebound adults in our community! They also deliver non perishable food once a month. tlcmealsonwheels.org # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will write thanksgiving notecards to use with hot meals delivered daily to seniors or homebound adults. These notes can have sayings or art work to brighten up their day for Thanksgiving. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

115 MEALS ON WHEELS 12:00 - Make Thanksgiving cards to go with meals

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. Meals on Wheels prepares and delivers 400 meals a day to seniors and homebound adults in our community! They also deliver non perishable food once a month. tlcmealsonwheels.org # of Volunteers needed: 8-10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will write thanksgiving notecards to use with for hot meals delivered daily to seniors or homebound adults. These notes can have sayings or art work to brighten up their day for Thanksgiving. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

207 MEALS ON WHEELS 12:00 - Make Thanksgiving cards to go with meals

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. tlcmealsonwheels.org # of Volunteers needed: 8-10 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving cards to go with the meals delivered to the recipients of Meals on Wheels. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

206 MEALS ON WHEELS 9:00 - Make Thanksgiving cards to go with meals

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. tlcmealsonwheels.org # of Volunteers needed: 8-10 Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: none Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving cards to go with the meals delivered to the recipients of Meals on Wheels. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

301 MEALS ON WHEELS (at home) - Make Thanksgiving cards to go with meals

Meals on Wheels enriches the lives of seniors and others in the South Metro Denver Area by providing nutritious meals and services that promote dignity, well being, and independence. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

138 THIRD WAY CENTER 9:00 - Make centerpieces for resident homes

Third Way Center offers help and hope to high risk, mentally ill, disadvantaged and often homeless adolescents and their families. thirdwaycenter.org # of Volunteers needed: 8 Time: Saturday, 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will be making table centerpieces for one of their resident homes to help make the holidays special. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

228 THIRD WAY CENTER 9:00 - Make centerpieces for resident homes

Third Way Center offers help and hope to high risk, mentally ill, disadvantaged and often homeless adolescents and their families. thirdwaycenter.org # of Volunteers needed: 8 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will be making table centerpieces for one of their resident homes to help make the holidays special. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

139 THIRD WAY CENTER 12:00 - Make centerpieces for resident homes

Third Way Center offers help and hope to high risk, mentally ill, disadvantaged and often homeless adolescents and their families. thirdwaycenter.org # of Volunteers needed: 8 Time: Saturday, 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will be making table centerpieces for one of their resident homes to help make the holidays special. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

302 NATE'S WAY (at home) - Decorating lunch bags for meals for the homeless

Nate's Way is a family project that delivers food to the homeless once a month. The project was created in honor of their son whom they lost to suicide last year. Donations of food and supplies are always welcome as well. Go to jtownco.org/natesway. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

124 OVERSEAS MILITARY PERSONNEL 12:00 - Make Thanksgiving and Christmas cards

# of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 10:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteers will be making Thanksgiving and Christmas Cards for Military Personnel overseas. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

402 FORT LOGAN CEMETERY - help remove flags from graves following Veteran's Day Ceremony

Fort Logan is a National Cemetery for veterans and select family members. They are conducting a Veterans Day Ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 11 to honor veterans of all United States military branches. This Veterans Day they will also be celebrating the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to commemorate the end of World War I. # of Volunteers needed: 30 Date: November 12, 13 or 14 - Time and final date TBD Restrictions: Children must be with an adult. Must be prepared for all types of weather. Volunteers will spend 1-2 hours removing flags from the graves. Must park in visitors parking and walk around the lake to the flag pole. Location: Fort Logan Cemetery, 3698 S. Sheridan Blvd., Denver, CO 80236

403 FORT LOGAN CEMETERY - placing flags on graves preceeding Veteran's Day Ceremony

Fort Logan is a National Cemetery for veterans and select family members. They are conducting a Veterans Day Ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 11 to honor veterans of all United States military branches. This Veterans Day they will also be celebrating the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to commemorate the end of World War I. # of Volunteers needed: 30 Date: November 7, 8 or 9 - Time and final date TBD Restrictions: Children must be with an adult. Must be prepared for all types of weather. Volunteers will spend 1-2 hours placing flags on the graves in the cemetery. Must park in visitors parking and walk around the lake to the flag pole. Location: Fort Logan Cemetery, 3698 S. Sheridan Blvd., Denver, CO 80236

204 FORT LOGAN CEMETERY - set up, pass out flyers, help with reserved seating and stay to clean up.

Fort Logan is a National Cemetery for veterans and select family members. They are conducting a Veterans Day Ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 11 to honor veterans of all United States military branches. This Veterans Day they will also be celebrating the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to commemorate the end of World War I. # of Volunteers needed: 20 Date: November 11 - 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (extra time may be needed for parking) Restrictions: Children must be with an adult. Must be able to set up chairs and do some light physical labor. Also must be prepared for all types of weather. It is a rain or shine event. Must be prepared for all types of weather. Volunteers will help set up for the ceremony including setting up chairs, passing out flyers, and designating reserved seating. After ceremony, volunteers will help clean up. Location: Fort Logan Cemetery, 3698 S. Sheridan Blvd., Denver, CO 80236

125 POCKET FLAG PROJECT 9:00 - fold and assemble pocket sized flags to be sent to military troops (8+)

The Pocket Flag Project’s mission is send American flags to our front line and deployed troops. Included with each flag is a card that says: “A flag for your pocket so you can always carry a little piece of home. We are praying for you and we are proud of you. Thank you for defending our country and our freedom.” pocketflagproject.com # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 8+ Volunteers will fold and assemble pocket size American flags to be sent to our front line and other deployed military troops around the world. There is room on each card for volunteer groups to include a personal message or return address for thank you notes. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

126 POCKET FLAG PROJECT 12:00 - fold and assemble pocket sized flags to be sent to military troops (8+)

The Pocket Flag Project’s mission is send American flags to our front line and deployed troops. Included with each flag is a card that says: “A flag for your pocket so you can always carry a little piece of home. We are praying for you and we are proud of you. Thank you for defending our country and our freedom.” pocketflagproject.com # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Saturday 11/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 8+ Volunteers will fold and assemble pocket size American flags to be sent to our front line and other deployed military troops around the world. There is room on each card for volunteer groups to include a personal message or return address for thank you notes. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

213 POCKET FLAG PROJECT 9:00 - fold and assemble pocket sized flags to be sent to military troops (8+)

The Pocket Flag Project’s mission is send American flags to our front line and deployed troops. Included with each flag is a card that says: “A flag for your pocket so you can always carry a little piece of home. We are praying for you and we are proud of you. Thank you for defending our country and our freedom.” pocketflagproject.com # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Sunday 11/11, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 8+ Volunteers will fold and assemble pocket size American flags to be sent to our front line and other deployed military troops around the world. There is room on each card for volunteer groups to include a personal message or return address for thank you notes. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

214 POCKET FLAG PROJECT 12:00 - fold and assemble pocket sized flags to be sent to military troops (8+)

The Pocket Flag Project’s mission is send American flags to our front line and deployed troops. Included with each flag is a card that says: “A flag for your pocket so you can always carry a little piece of home. We are praying for you and we are proud of you. Thank you for defending our country and our freedom.” pocketflagproject.com # of Volunteers needed: 10 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: age 8+ Volunteers will fold and assemble pocket size American flags to be sent to our front line and other deployed military troops around the world. There is room on each card for volunteer groups to include a personal message or return address for thank you notes. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

103 COLORADO PET PANTRY - sort and organize pet food donations

The Colorado Pet Pantry is a pet food bank with 19 distribution locations. The Colorado pet pantry will temporarily feed Colorado pets, allowing families to increase their ability to care for pets with the goal of keeping them out of shelters and with their families. coloradopetpantry.org # of Volunteeers needed: 20 Time: Saturday, 11/10 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: Kids must be with an adult. Must be able to carry up to 30 lbs. If volunteers can’t lift that much, they will be given other jobs.

Volunteers will sort and organize pet food donations.

101 A LITTLE HELP - House and yard maintenance helping seniors

A Little Help works to help seniors remain an integral part of their community, to live in the homes they have come to love, and to maintain their network of friends and neighbors they have developed over the years. alittlehelp.org # Volunteers Needed: 20 Time: Saturday 11/10, 8:00 a.m. Duration: 2-3 hours Restrictions: No kids on ladders This project includes raking, edging, weeding, and possibly some ground floor window cleaning. Location: Meet at South High School - 1700 E Louisiana Ave, Denver, CO 80210

208 MENTAL HEALTH CENTER OF DENVER - Distribute Crisis Cards

MCHD works to enable adults to live more fulfilling and productive lives, children to be more resilient, and families to be happier and healthier. Through multiple community sites, mental health providers in several Denver public schools, collaborations with community partnerships and home-based outreach, we provide treatment, prevention, outreach and crisis services to more than 60,000 children, families and adults annually. mchd.org
# of Volunteers needed: 8-10 Time: Sunday 11/11, 10:00 a.m. Duration: 2-3 hours Restrictions: none Volunteers will distribute 200 "Crisis Cards." These cards provide information about the Suicide Prevention Hotline and other mental health questions or immediate needs. Participants will meet at The Hub to pick up cards and discuss and determine locations. Volunteers will then distribute to those locations to place on cars, hand out, bulletin boards, etc. Location: Start at The Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

228 THIRD WAY CENTER 9:00 - Make centerpieces for resident homes

Third Way Center offers help and hope to high risk, mentally ill, disadvantaged and often homeless adolescents and their families. thirdwaycenter.org # of Volunteers needed: 8 Time: Sunday 11/11, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Restrictions: None Volunteeers will be making table centerpieces for one of their resident homes to help make the holidays special. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

304 POCKET FLAG PROJECT (at home) - fold and assemble pocket sized flags to be sent to military troops

The Pocket Flag Project’s mission is send American flags to our front line and deployed troops. Included with each flag is a card that says: “A flag for your pocket so you can always carry a little piece of home. We are praying for you and we are proud of you. Thank you for defending our country and our freedom.” pocketflagproject.com Volunteers will fold and assemble pocket size American flags to be sent to our front line and other deployed military troops around the world. There is room on each card for volunteer groups to include a personal message or return address for thank you notes. This is an "at-home" project. Please drop off on 11/10 or 11/11 at The Hub 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

141 WEINBERG FOOD PANTRY 12:00 - package rice and beans for the food pantry

The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Food Pantry in Denver assists individuals and families of all races and faiths facing hunger and food insecurity. jewishfamilyservice.org/services/denver-food-pantry # of Volunteers needed: 20 Time: Saturday 10/10, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Restrictions: none Volunteers will take rice and/or beans in large quantities and package it into small ziplock bags to be given out at the pantry. Location: This project will be held at Project Our Town Headquarters (The Hub at Lone Tree) 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree CO 80124

408 SPECIAL OLYMPICS - Bowl with kids and adults with intellectual disabilities (11:30 a.m.) (16+ or 8-15 with adult)

Special Olympics provides year-round sports training & athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children & adults with intellectual disabilities. specialolympics.org # of Volunteers needed: 12 Date: Saturday 11/17, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Restrictions: 16+ can volunteer. 8-15 yrs must have adult with them. <7 yrs old can be cheerleader but must have adult with them. 8-15 yr olds must have one adult for every 3 kids.8-15 yr olds need 3:1 ratio. Meaning one adult for every 3 kids. Volunteers will bowl with Special Olympics participants for the State Fall Classic Bowling Tournament. Location: AMF Belleview Lanes 4900 S. Federal Blvd. Englewood, 80110