Help Now AZ is a local charity with a mission to support children who are homeless, at risk, or displaced in our community. Their signature program, HelpSnackz, provides non-perishable snack bags, distributing 25,000 of them every month. Conferences, corporations, organizations, and businesses can actively engage in packing HelpSnackz bags as a way to give back to the community. These events can accommodate groups from 20 to 300 participants, typically lasting 1 to 3 hours, depending on the agenda. They provide tables, chairs. materials, and their team to lead the project. Conferences should provide the space and volunteers.
Estimated cost: Starting at $5,000 donation towards HelpSnackz supplies
Distance from Convention Center: Able to travel to hotels or convention center (price inclusive of travel fees) or at at warehouse 2727 W Sweetwater, Phoenix, AZ 85029 (about 30 minute drive)
Through FMSC MobilePack™ events, you can engage in an impactful meal-packing experience just about anywhere. No matter your location in the United States, a MobilePack gives you the chance to instill compassion in your community and improve the lives of malnourished children around the world. This experience requires at least 500 volunteers (Spring, Winter, and Fall)*.
Estimated Cost: A minimum goal of packing and paying for 108,864 meals ($0.24 per meal, about $26,000*) *MiniPack available in Summer months, which requires only 250 volunteers and half the meal contribution
HandsOn Greater Phoenix coordinates and executes all aspects of company volunteer projects, both on-site and off-site, including project planning, site inspection, acquisition of supplies, volunteer orientation and leadership, team-building elements, and transportation. All your team has to do is show up, volunteer and have fun! Projects include:
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Paint murals and playground games at an elementary school
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Cook and serve a meal for veterans
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Build stuffed animals for children living in shelters
Estimated Cost: $60- $100+ per volunteer, depending upon the size and scope of the project, plus associated supply and transportation costs.
In an effort to aid those experiencing homelessness, the Phoenix Rescue Mission’s Hope Coaches travels the streets of Phoenix, offering water, assistance, and Hope Totes to the homeless they meet. Groups can donate Hope Totes containing these items.
Estimated Cost: Supplies and transportation to deliver totes to PRM Donation Warehouse (5 miles, 15 minutes from Phoenix Convention Center)
No Child Hungry works with corporate and community groups to collect, pack, and provide nutritional meals to hungry children, families, and those who care for them around the corner and around the world. Meals can be distributed locally to groups' chosen organization or we can manage the distribution locally or internationally.
Estimated Cost: Dependent on number of attendees, minimum of 10,000 meals minimum or about $3,000
