Help create a warm and welcoming first impression for attendees arriving to the Mocktail Mixer/Sober Social.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with warmth and professionalism

• Assist with event check-in/sign-in

• Help direct attendees to activity areas

• Answer basic event questions

• Help create an inclusive and judgment-free atmosphere

Ideal For

• Friendly and outgoing individuals

• Peer support professionals

• Retirees and community members who enjoy hospitality

• Volunteers interested in community engagement experience

Commitment

• Arrive 30–45 minutes before event start

• Stay through the main arrival window or full event depending on availability

Skills Gained

• Community engagement

• Trauma-informed hospitality

• Event operations

• Recovery-oriented communication

Role Summary

Help guests connect through games, guided conversations, icebreakers, and interactive activities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate board games, karaoke, crafts, or themed activities

• Encourage inclusive participation

• Support healthy conversation and social interaction

• Help participants feel comfortable and engaged

• Maintain positive group energy

Ideal For

• Educators and aspiring teachers

• Peer support professionals

• Artists and creatives

• Veterans and natural community leaders

• Individuals pursuing psychology, social work, or mental health careers

Commitment

• Brief pre-event orientation

• Active participation during event activities

Skills Gained

• Group facilitation

• Leadership development

• Peer engagement

• Public speaking and communication

Role Summary

Support MRCI’s culture of mutual aid and community care through resource stations, donation collection, and wellness support setup.

Responsibilities

• Set up community care/resource tables

• Organize hygiene items, informational materials, or wellness resources

• Assist with collecting donations or supplies

• Help maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the event

• Support event breakdown and cleanup if available

Ideal For

• Organized and detail-oriented individuals

• Volunteers interested in community service and outreach

• Students and new professionals seeking nonprofit experience

• Individuals passionate about harm reduction and mutual aid

Commitment

• Setup support before event

• Optional cleanup support after event

Skills Gained

• Community outreach

• Event logistics

• Resource coordination

• Nonprofit operations experience