Volunteer
Community connection is at the heart of our work.
JPP's monthly family events create a safe, welcoming space for parents and children to celebrate achievements, build community, and inspire one another to keep moving toward their goals.
As a volunteer, you help create environments where families feel seen, supported, and motivated on their journeys toward self-sufficiency.
Volunteer Opportunities
Annual Achievement Ceremony
Thursday, June 4, from 5:30-7:30
Volunteers play an important role in making our Annual Achievement Ceremony a success. This celebration honors families who have reached meaningful milestones on their journey toward economic self-sufficiency. Beyond recognizing measurable achievements, the ceremony uplifts the resilience, determination, and perseverance required to overcome systemic barriers, moments of self-doubt, and generational poverty.
Volunteers support food service, clean up, and writing thank-you cards.
Volunteer Support
Family and Youth Support
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Serve as a mentor or tutor for parents and/or youth
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Assist with resume building, interview prep, and career exploration
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Support youth with homework, college applications, and leadership development
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Provide transportation for JPP families (pick up and drop off)
Event Support
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Set up, clean up, and food service
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Facilitate children’s activities while parents attend workshops
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Share a skill (present about a topic you are passionate about)
Professional Services
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Provide financial literacy, health and nutrition, and parenting education
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Offer pro bono services (legal, tax, etc.)
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Lead skill-building workshops for adults and youth
Administrative & Operational Support
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Write thank-you notes to donors
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Contact local businesses to solicit donations for our program and families (restaurants, credit unions, retail stores, etc.).
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Coordinate clothing or toy drives
Event Schedule
Family events are held at Jefferson County Head Start in Arvada on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 7:00 pm, with the exception of a few special events.
January: Family Meeting
February: Four-week Financial February Small Group Series
March: Family Meeting
April: Annual Search & Shopping Event (Saturday, 9:00 am-1:00 pm)
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Set up the day before the event from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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Clean up after the event from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
May: Youth Achievement Celebration
June: Annual Achievement Ceremony, First Thursday
July: Family Meeting
August: Back-to-School Bash
September: New Family Orientation
October:
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Annual Pumpkin Patch at Community of Grace, A Presbyterian Church
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Four-week Small Group Series
November: Annual Thanksgiving Dinner
December: Annual Gingerbread House Contest (Second Thursday)
Sign Up to Volunteer
Fill out our volunteer form to let us know your interests, availability, and skills.
