Volunteers help make our work possible by tackling a variety of projects that otherwise would not get done without them! This in turn makes an impact, at a much greater scale, on the lives of those who need assitance. We rely on the dedication and skills of people from all walks of life because we believe everyone has the gift of their skills to share.

Work Groups often vary in size, ages, and type of organization.  Some groups have specific skills where they handle a specific need, some have limited skills but a desire to learn about what it means to serve.  No matter the skill level, what work groups bring are their hearts of service and willingness to embrace the people they serve!  In accomplishing projects, they also touch people’s live with care and compassion.  Each individual brings their skills and personalities with them, but as a group they become a unique entity to transform lives, both of the people they serve and the people they serve with. 

Work groups engage in a variety of projects (i.e., cooking meals at our shelter, sorting through donations at our Rainbow’s End Thrift Stores, gardening with VEGI, etc.). There are individual neighbors in our community who, while needing their yard raked or house painted, also need a listening ear as much as a helping hand.  Work groups are able to take on projects with the resources to accomplish them, the opportunity to make someone’s life better, and learn about providing dignity for all whom they serve and all whom they serve with.  The hope is that they take the experiences they learn at La Puente and translate it back to their everyday lives.

Interested in signing your church, school, community organization, or your group of friends/family up to serve at La Puente?

We try to create Work Group experiences that are matched to your particular group’s unique skills, abilities, and interests. To assess what potential dates are available as well as what projects around La Puente we need assistance with, please reach out to us at the Volunteer Coordination office. You can reach the Director of Volunteer Coordination at [email protected] or by calling 719-587-3499. Once contacted, we will follow up with you email to schedule a video or phone call.