Springs Rescue Mission

Volunteer Opportunities

Note: Volunteers must be 18 or older.

Short Term Volunteers

Serve when it works best for you.

Volunteer as you’re able! Short-Term Volunteers self-register for shifts and can come as often or as infrequently as they’d like.

To become a Short Term Volunteer,

  1. Create an account on our Volunteer Portal. You’ll provide a username and password for your volunteer account.
  2. Schedule a shift that fits your calendar. Your Volunteer Portal calendar will automatically show available shifts. Pick a shift that works for you, follow the instructions to register, and come volunteer!

Short Term Opportunities:

Volunteer in the Kitchen

Kitchen volunteers may assist with prepping food, organizing donations, serving the meal, washing dishes, or deep cleaning the kitchen.

Volunteers must be ages 18 and older. Opportunities to volunteer in the kitchen are available 7 days a week in these slots:

  • Breakfast: 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
  • Lunch: 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
  • Dinner: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Consistent volunteers make the biggest impact.

If you want to make a difference in the life of our neighbors in need, consider becoming a High Impact Volunteer. These faithful people serve weekly, building relationships and trust with our neighbors. High Impact Volunteer positions are open across campus in different areas.

To become a High Impact Volunteer:

  1. Create an account on our Volunteer Portal. You’ll provide a username and password for your volunteer account and answer a few questions to get started.
  2. Schedule and attend Volunteer Orientation. After completing your account on the Volunteer Portal, please use the scheduling tool to schedule an orientation and tour.
  3. Schedule an interview. At the end of the Volunteer Orientation, you will have the opportunity to schedule an interview. The interview process will include a background check. During the interview, we will discuss finding a position on campus that fits you and will set a consistent volunteer schedule.

Volunteer as a Group

Serve Together. Love Bigger.

Groups of 4-10 people from families, churches, businesses, clubs, and other organizations can connect with one another and make a big difference at SRM by volunteering together.

The group leader should follow these steps to get your group (4-10 people) signed up:

  1. Go to the Volunteer Portal, then click “Create Account” in the top right corner. The group leader should create a volunteer account. When prompted, select “I am the group leader.”
  2. Schedule a shift that fits your calendar. Your Volunteer Portal calendar will automatically show available shifts. Pick a shift that works for you, follow the instructions to register, and come volunteer!
  3. Wait for confirmation. Staff will reach out to schedule a date when your group can volunteer. Staff will confirm your group reservation and send you a customized sign-up link.

Group Opportunities

Serve in the Kitchen:

Feeding hungry neighbors is one of our core programs at SRM, and volunteer groups can help prepare and serve the meals! Kitchen volunteers may assist with prepping food, organizing donations, serving the meal, washing dishes, or deep cleaning the kitchen.  

New groups receive a tour 30 minutes before their shift in the kitchen. 

Kitchen volunteer opportunities are available Monday – Saturday for groups of 4-10 people during lunch (10:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.) and dinner (2:00- 5:30 p.m.) shifts. All volunteers must be 18 or older.   

To schedule your group, follow the steps above in the prior section.

Support Our Facilities Team

Work alongside our facilities team to help keep our campus clean, safe, and welcoming. Volunteer groups may help with painting, pressure washing, cleaning, landscaping, or other maintenance projects.   

New groups receive a tour 30 minutes before serving with our facilities team. 

Group volunteer opportunities are available Monday – Saturday. To schedule your group, follow the steps in the first section on the page.

Additional Information

As needs arise, additional group projects may become available. If you have a group larger than 10 or a particular project your group would like to help with, email volunteer@springsrescuemission.org to inquire about current options.  

Group leaders are also strongly encouraged to attend an upcoming Volunteer Orientation (includes a tour) or visit separately for a tour of the SRM campus. You can sign up for a Volunteer Orientation on the Volunteer Portal or request a tour separately.

If your group is interested in hosting a donation drive on our behalf, please email us and we will gladly provide you with a list of current needs.

We’re grateful for your heart to serve our neighbors at Springs Rescue Mission. If you have any questions or need more information, do not hesitate to contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I attend a Volunteer Orientation?

If you would like to attend a Volunteer Orientation, please visit the Volunteer Portal. In the top right corner, click “Create Account” and follow the steps. Once you’ve created your account, you will be able to view all available orientations and sign up for the time that works best for you. If you have any questions, please send an email to volunteer@springsrescuemission.org.

How old do you have to be to volunteer?

SRM has established a minimum age requirement of 18 years for all volunteers on campus. This policy reinforces our commitment to providing a safe and secure environment for all guests we serve as well as for our volunteers. We understand that many young people are eager to make a difference, and we encourage them to get involved in other ways. We thank you for your understanding and look forward to your support as we work together to help homeless neighbors in our community.

Where should I park? After I park, where should I go?

Volunteers are asked to park in our visitor parking lot located at 59 W. Las Vegas Street. There is no permit required to park in this lot. 

After parking, all volunteers must check in at our volunteer & visitor entrance located in our administration building at 5 W. Las Vegas Street.

To assist you with this entire process, here is our Parking & Visitor Map.

Can I take a tour of the SRM campus?

Yes! We would love to give you a tour of the SRM campus. All volunteer orientations include a campus tour to help familiarize you with Springs Rescue Mission.  

Just curious about SRM and what we do? We also host weekly tours for interested groups & individuals separate from Volunteer Orientation. Email tours@springsrescuemission.org or watch our video campus tour located below.

What volunteer opportunities are available for groups?

Groups of 4-10 people can volunteer in our kitchen or with our facilities department.  

Who can I contact with questions about volunteering?

Please email volunteer@springsrescuemission.org with any questions.  

Do I have to create an account if I want to volunteer?

Yes, all volunteers must create an online account through our volunteer portal. This helps our staff plan for your visit to ensure you have a great experience.

How many people can I bring in my group?

Our group sizes range from 4-10 people. If you’re hoping to bring a group larger than 10, you may be asked to split your group between shifts or tasks across campus. Please contact us to see if we can accommodate your group larger than 10.

If you would like to volunteer with a group of 2-3 people, each person can sign up as an individual through the volunteer portal.

What should my group expect when volunteering in the kitchen for the first time?
 
First-time groups will receive a campus tour and a staff member from our Volunteer Team will escort you to the kitchen. While in the kitchen, our chefs will instruct your group and assign tasks. Kitchen volunteers may help with chopping vegetables, prepping food, serving food, organizing donations, deep cleaning, preparing sack lunches, or other tasks as needed.  

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