Project Homeless Connect 2017

Tuesday, September 19th, 2017 from 7:30am to 6:00pm

About

Project Homeless Connect is a free resource fair for homeless and at-risk individuals and families. During this one day event clients are able to access an array of services ranging from ID services, housing services, resume workshops, clothing banks, vision check and healthcare to veterans services, childcare, petcare and much more. We expect to see 1,000 clients at this years event and need nearly as many volunteers to make the day a success. Please join us on September 19th as we help our most vulnerable population access the resources they need to become self-sufficient for themselves and their families.

Please enjoy our 'Thank You' video from last year that truly captures the heart and essence of this event.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtmAJldVrbI

Unless you are a Setup or Tear-Down Volunteer - All new volunteers are highly encouraged to attend an in-person training prior to the event.  Below are the following in-person training opportunities. 

In-person training sessions available:

ALL IN PERSON TRAININGS HAVE BEEN COMPLETED.  IF YOU WERE UNABLE TO ATTEND A TRAINING, PLEASE PLAN TO ARRIVE EARLY ON SEPTEMBER 19TH FOR A BRIEF DAY-OF TRAINING ON THE LOBBY LEVEL OF HALL C.
Positions
0 Remaining
Registration
Registration Closed
Registration Closes
Any time before each shift ends or when space runs out.
Age Limit
16 and up
Social
   
Requirement Details
Volunteers will receive a t-shirt upon check-in day of the event and should plan to wear that t-shirt for the duration of their volunteer shift. Please wear comfortable shoes.
Perks
Lunch will be provided and all volunteers will receive a t-shirt.
Parking Details
There are multiple pay-to-park lots and meters around the convention center as well as the convention center parking garage. There will be no parking vouchers or reduced parking deals for volunteers at this event.
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Shifts (21)

1 - 21 of 21 Shifts
ShiftStart TimeEnd TimeAddressDescriptionRegistrants Needed
 
 
Provider Check-in8:00am (MT)11:00am (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Greet and assist resource providers (those giving/providing the specific services to guests) as they arrive to PHC. Help guide them to their area in Hall C and connect them with the Provider Support volunteers.5/5Over
Welcome Team, Shift 17:30am (MT)11:30am (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Volunteers will be paired and stationed at entrances around the Convention Center to greet and direct volunteers and guests. Additionally, in the main lobby at 12th and Welton a group will help traffic flow smoothly as volunteers and guests form a line. Please plan to have lunch at the end...44/40Over
Guest Services, Shift 59:30am (MT)12:30pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Volunteers please enter through Hall C
Please note: Guest Services shift times have changed this year. There are five shifts to choose from depending on the length of time you'd like to volunteer. Volunteers are paired one-on-one with guests to help them prioritize and navigate the services provided at Project Homeless Connect. Volunteers assist with filling...152/150Over
Checkout, Shift 110:00am (MT)1:00pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Checkout is the last stop for participants before they leave the event. Please confirm that participants received appropriate support and needed services for the day. Collect and organize clipboards, completed intake forms and participant surveys.9/10Over
Volunteer Check-In8:00am (MT)2:00pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Check-in volunteers as they arrive to the event, hand out volunteer t-shirts, and provide instructions and directions to designated volunteer areas. When all volunteers are checked-in, turn in check-in forms to area lead.17/15Over
Provider Support9:00am (MT)2:00pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Help with loading and delivering of items from provider cars to their booths on the concourse. Offer provider assistance as needed throughout the day including bringing food, water and supplies as needed to the provider staff.15/15Over
Line Guides - Housing9:30am (MT)2:00pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
With nearly 2,000 guests and volunteers at this event, line guides are needed to help avoid chaos! Volunteers will help direct traffic in the Housing area. Duties will include making sure guests are in the correct line and have the correct paperwork for that line and ensuring that it is...6/6Over
Line Guides - ID9:30am (MT)2:00pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
With nearly 2,000 guests and volunteers at this event, line guides are needed to help avoid chaos! Volunteers will help direct traffic in the ID area. Duties will include making sure guests are in the correct line and have the correct paperwork for that line and ensuring that it is...5/5Over
Volunteer Support9:30am (MT)2:30pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Check-in at Volunteer check-in upon arrival and wait to be directed upstairs. You will be located near the Checkout table to support volunteers in the main Hall. If a volunteer needs to leave their shift early, you will help ensure their guest is paired with another volunteer or their shift...6/5Over
Welcome Team, Shift 210:30am (MT)2:30pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Volunteers will be paired and stationed at entrances around the Convention Center to greet and direct volunteers and guests. Additionally, in the main lobby at 12th and Welton a group will help traffic flow smoothly as volunteers and guests form a line. Please plan to have lunch at the beginning...18/30Over
Line Guides10:00am (MT)2:30pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
With nearly 2,000 guests and volunteers at this event, line guides are needed to help avoid chaos! Volunteers will help direct traffic at the most congested service sites: Resumes, Benefits, Housing, etc. Duties will include making sure guests are in the correct line and have the correct paperwork for that...16/15Over
Meal Service10:00am (MT)3:00pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Volunteers will be responsible for handing out snack items and beverages to all guests, volunteers and service providers. Ensure that the lunch table is constantly stocked and that the lunch area remains clean of debris.20/20Over
Information10:00am (MT)3:00pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
There will be 2-4 information desks at the event. 2 volunteers will staff each information desk and provide assistance to guests, volunteers and service providers. This may include handing out maps, resource materials, fielding FAQ's and general event information. If you are unable to support the request, please find someone...8/8Over
Guest Experience Matchmaker (GEM)9:30am (MT)3:00pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
As our GEM of the event, we need volunteers who sparkle with enthusiasm and exude confidence to make the first impression of Project Homeless Connect the best one for volunteers and guests. You will be matching volunteers and guests to start their partnership that will guide them through the event.10/10Over
Bag Check/Lost and Found9:00am (MT)3:30pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
There will be a bag-check area in the main lobby where guests can leave their belongings while they navigate services. Volunteers will receive items, ticket them and give the corresponding ticket to the guest for pick-up after they are done receiving services. This area also serves as lost and found....4/4Over
Guest Services, Shift 19:30am (MT)3:30pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Please note: Guest Services shift times have changed this year. There are five shifts to choose from depending on the length of time you'd like to volunteer. Volunteers are paired one-on-one with guests to help them prioritize and navigate the services provided at Project Homeless Connect. Volunteers assist with filling...290/300Over
Guest Services, Shift 210:30am (MT)3:30pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Please note: Guest Services shift times have changed this year. There are five shifts to choose from depending on the length of time you'd like to volunteer. Volunteers are paired one-on-one with guests to help them prioritize and navigate the services provided at Project Homeless Connect. Volunteers assist with filling...185/200Over
Guest Services, Shift 311:30am (MT)3:30pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Please note: Guest Services shift times have changed this year. There are five shifts to choose from depending on the length of time you'd like to volunteer. Volunteers are paired one-on-one with guests to help them prioritize and navigate the services provided at Project Homeless Connect. Volunteers assist with filling...133/200Over
Guest Services, Shift 412:30pm (MT)3:30pm (MT)
Colorado Convention Center
Denver, CO 80202
Please note: Guest Services shift times have changed this year. There are five shifts to choose from depending on the length of time you'd like to volunteer. Volunteers are paired one-on-one with guests to help them prioritize and navigate the services provided at Project Homeless Connect. Volunteers assist with filling...119/100Over
Checkout, Shift 21:00pm (MT)4:00pm (MT)
700 14th Street
Denver, Colorado 80202
Checkout is the last stop for participants before they leave the event. Please confirm that participants received appropriate support and needed services for the day. Collect and organize clipboards, completed intake forms and participant surveys. Please plan to stay until all participants have left the event.9/10Over
Event Tear-Down3:00pm (MT)6:00pm (MT)
Colorado Convention Center
Denver, 80202 80202
Assist with tear-down after the event is over. Includes leading supplies from the concourse to vehicles outside the venue, tearing down signs, gathering clipboards and breaking down tables and chairs. Tear-down will begin at 3pm at the Colorado Convention Center. The more people that help the faster it will be...39/75Over

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Mile High United Way Volunteer Team wrote on August 21st, 2017

Volunteer training begins this week! Please review the note in the description regarding these dates, times and locations. Reminder: If you have volunteered for Project Homeless Connect in the past you do not need to attend unless you'd like to. We highly encourage new volunteers to attend a training.

Judy McCutcheon Pendleton wrote on July 13th, 2017

I am out of the country for everyone of your training sessions but return Sept 14. I want to come with my group from South Broadway Christian Church but we are all registering individually. Can I volunteer for anything without taking the training? I'm older and don't think tear-down would be safe for me.