FOOD: Food Pantry Operations Volunteer
HOSD.org/211sandiego., San Diego, CA, United States
Directly contribute to fighting hunger and supporting vulnerable communities in San Diego by volunteer at Partnership for a Better San Diego's food pantry in Mission Valley. Due to budget constraints, Partnership for a Better San Diego is unable to hire additional food pantry employees. Volunteers help them fill that gap so community members can get the food assistance they need.
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes
Assist with transporting food from donors to their pantry
Help load/unload the food pantry truck
Help organize and sort food donations to ensure a smooth distribution process
Distribute items to recipients on distribution days; monitor inventory levels and replenish as needed
Engage with pantry recipients with kindness, empathy and a non-judgmental manner
Support with the set up and break down of food distributions
Training Provided:
On-site training provided at the beginning of the shift
Attire:
Closed-toe, non slip shoes, clothes that can get dirty.
Physical Requirements:
Lift, push and pull up to 40 lbs, stand for hours at a time.
Unfortunately this opportunity is not able to make accommodations for individuals with physical limitations.
Accessibility:
Unfortunately the space where this project takes place is not wheelchair accessible.
Weather:
Food distributions occur rain or shine. If a volunteer does not feel comfortable working in this environment, please notify their pantry coordinator as soon as possible.
Photos:
Volunteers may not take photos of clients but may have photos taken of them.
About Partnership for a Better San Diego
The mission of Partnership for a Better San Diego is to combat food insecurity and promote economic stability in San Diego and Imperial Counties by empowering underserved populations. They strengthen the local hospitality sector and advance the labor movement through workforce development programs that create access to quality union jobs.
Population Served Families, Homeless, Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups, LGBT (Lesbian, Gay,Bisexual,Transgender), Low-income communities, Military/Veterans, Offenders/Ex-offenders, People with Disabilities, People with Health-based Concerns
Activity Type Collecting, Sorting & Packaging,Food Preparation & Meal Services
Requirements Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+ , Minimum Age:18+ , Court Ordered Volunteer - Allowed
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Add to Waiting list Currently full. Click the button above to be added to the waiting list and get notified if space becomes available.
Choose an existing team you're already a member or captain of, or
Create a new team to sign up.
Signup Questions
Please respond to the following questions in order to signup for this opportunity:
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Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes
Assist with transporting food from donors to their pantry
Help load/unload the food pantry truck
Help organize and sort food donations to ensure a smooth distribution process
Distribute items to recipients on distribution days; monitor inventory levels and replenish as needed
Engage with pantry recipients with kindness, empathy and a non-judgmental manner
Support with the set up and break down of food distributions
Training Provided:
On-site training provided at the beginning of the shift
Attire:
Closed-toe, non slip shoes, clothes that can get dirty.
Physical Requirements:
Lift, push and pull up to 40 lbs, stand for hours at a time.
Unfortunately this opportunity is not able to make accommodations for individuals with physical limitations.
Accessibility:
Unfortunately the space where this project takes place is not wheelchair accessible.
Weather:
Food distributions occur rain or shine. If a volunteer does not feel comfortable working in this environment, please notify their pantry coordinator as soon as possible.
Photos:
Volunteers may not take photos of clients but may have photos taken of them.
About Partnership for a Better San Diego
The mission of Partnership for a Better San Diego is to combat food insecurity and promote economic stability in San Diego and Imperial Counties by empowering underserved populations. They strengthen the local hospitality sector and advance the labor movement through workforce development programs that create access to quality union jobs.
Population Served Families, Homeless, Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups, LGBT (Lesbian, Gay,Bisexual,Transgender), Low-income communities, Military/Veterans, Offenders/Ex-offenders, People with Disabilities, People with Health-based Concerns
Activity Type Collecting, Sorting & Packaging,Food Preparation & Meal Services
Requirements Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+ , Minimum Age:18+ , Court Ordered Volunteer - Allowed
Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend.
Add to Waiting list Currently full. Click the button above to be added to the waiting list and get notified if space becomes available.
Choose an existing team you're already a member or captain of, or
Create a new team to sign up.
Signup Questions
Please respond to the following questions in order to signup for this opportunity:
#J-18808-Ljbffr