Are you ready to make an impact in Venice serving our neighbors with St. Robert's Center?
Together: We are partnering with the non-profit & Catholic Charities organization, St. Robert's Center to organize and host an extended resource day for the Venice community. We are delighted to support the work they have been doing providing resources and support for our financially unstable, unhoused neighbors, expectant mothers, and families, including daytime wellness & respite drop-in center.
What: Being friendly and ready to serve, set up, and help navigate the resources provided are the main requirements!
Why this project matters: Our unhoused neighbors will be able to access service and alleviate their suffering in a warm atmosphere of care and connection. When we work with fellow volunteers to meet the urgent needs of neighbors, our entire community benefits.
Wear: Please wear clothes you don't mind getting a bit dirty. Wear closed-toe shoes and leave your jewelry and bags at home. If you've volunteered with us before, feel free to wear your Better Angels T-shirt to show your support!
Tools: We will provide all necessary supplies.
Age: All ages are welcome. We will have family-friendly activities.
What We Will Do
Each shift has different roles:
- Set up tables, chairs, crafts, and decor: 7:00 a.m.- 8:00 a.m.
- Help organize crafts and art, and manage games: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Cook and serve a warm, delicious lunch - 9:00 a.m. - Noon p.m.
- Welcome guests - answer questions and assist with connecting them to the provided resources: 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Take down decorations and decor: 12:15 p.m. -1:30 p.m.
List of volunteer roles: You will be able to select a preferred volunteer role 2-3 days before the event. Otherwise, a role will be assigned to you and will be shared in the confirmation email 1 day before the event starts. Be aware that re-assignment may happen due to limited spacing and/or to meet guest needs and event effectiveness.
- Tables/ chairs set up
- Charging station set up
- Community dining space prep ( Coffee station, water, Lemonade)
- Decor set up
- Kitchen - cooking, chopping, dishwashing, and organization
- Servers ( Food and Drinks)
- Guest Greeter/Counter ( Greet, direct, and count how many guests are entering the building)
- Guest Belonging Attendant ( Making sure guests know where they can leave their items attended and the volunteer will make sure items are not stolen)
- Hygiene Distributor
- De-Escalation Leads ( Diffuse tough situations/ confrontations, polite removal of disruptive guests)
- Documentarian ( Photographer of the event while keeping guest dignity as top priority - cover volunteers and the work they are doing)
- Game/Activity Coordinator
