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Support Event

Chicken Coop Build at EmpoweRanch

January 18, 2025

07:45 AM - 12:00 PM MST

Phoenix Platoon

Event overview

Join us as we do our first project with our new community partner. EmpoweRanch provides inclusive, holistic, and accessible outdoor therapeutic recreation and education for optimal health and well-being of underserved populations in the metro-Phoenix area, especially urban youth and veterans. We provide a sanctuary for people and animals to heal, grow, and thrive using horsemanship, outdoor recreation, service, environmental education, arts, urban farming, and more in our group and private recreational therapy sessions, day camps, summer camps, workshops, special events, volunteer service opportunities, and off-site outreach. They have just moved to this location and have A LOT to do. For this project our primary mission is to build a chicken coop kit. Secondarily, we may assist in the removal of straw bales and other tasks as determined by ranch staff. Closed toe shoes are a MUST. Water and sunscreen will be provided. Please provide your own personal sun protection. The Mission Continues and EmpoweRanch believes in the power of every individual to make a difference. If you're passionate about giving back to the community and making a positive impact, we invite you to join us. From hands-on tasks to behind-the-scenes roles, there's something for everyone. No matter your physical capabilities, there's a place for you in our service projects. Together, let's build a more inclusive and compassionate world. We ask that if your are bringing a child under the age of 7, you have an adult who is dedicated to watching that child and not participating in the project. There is a portapotty on site.

Type

Support Event

What To Wear

TMC blues, Clothes that can get dirty, Cold weather, Closed-Toe Shoes

Accessibility

Uneven terrain;Wheelchair accessible site and bathrooms;Handicap Parking available;Jobs available for persons with limited mobility

What to Bring

A great attitude and personal sun protection.

Inclement Weather

Go under cover or return to vehicles.

Who's Invited

Groups
Kids (under 13)
Adults (21+)
Seniors (55+)
Adults (18+)

Event Contact

When and where

Date

January 18, 2025

Time

07:45 AM - 12:00 PM (MST)

Location

EmpoweRanch

308 W. Siesta Way
Phoenix, AZ

Parking Information

Free parking on-site

When entering the property go through the gate to the right and park in the open lot (where the stack of straw bales is) along the fenceline by the street.

Who We Are

In 2025, Travis Manion Foundation (TMF) acquired The Mission Continues, bringing two best-in-class organizations together to provide more opportunities for veterans to find community, lead, and serve. Guided by the ethos “If Not Me, Then Who…,” veterans continue their service, build connections, and thrive in their post-military lives by serving as character role models to youth. As a result, communities prosper and the character of our nation’s heroes lives on in the next generation. Learn more about TMF at travismanion.org

Who should volunteer?

Our service projects are for all veterans with a desire to continue their service and for all non-veterans that want to be part of a nationwide movement to transform communities. Please note, age and accessibility accommodations can be made at any project. There is room for everyone to make an impact. 

How to volunteer 

Click “Attend” to fill in simple volunteer information. You will get an email confirmation and updates about this event through your choice of email and text messages.