Opportunity Details | KANSAS CITY - Mobile Food Pantry (Swope Parkway Church)
Opportunity Name:
KANSAS CITY - Mobile Food Pantry (Swope Parkway Church) |
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Description:
48 percent of Harvesters agencies reported having no full-time staff. They rely on volunteers like you to make sure that the community receives the food they need.
Mobile food pantries provide nutritious food in areas where access to food assistance is limited. This program allows Harvesters to provide large quantities of fresh produce, and other nutritious food, where it is needed most.
Volunteers make it possible for pantries to distribute food. This is an outside opportunity. Tasks include: Assisting with traffic flow Managing sign-in sheets Loading food into cars Must be able to lift 5-20 pounds repetitively Assisting with cleanup
Please note the following requirements: Wear a mask when indoors. Everyone is expected to wear the mask in a manner that fully covers your nose and mouth. Masks should not be worn below your nose. Keep client information confidential Wear closed-toed shoes Age Requirements Must be 16 years or older Physical Requirements Able to lift 5-20 pounds repetitively Able to stand for the entire shift Able to bend Able to work outside
Register each person who will be volunteering Contact Community Engagement at getinvolved@harvesters.org or (816) 929-3090 to schedule groups of six or more people |
Date/Time & Details | Spots Available | |
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Sat, Sep 28, 2024 - 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM | ||
Sat, Oct 26, 2024 - 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
Meeting Location: | Swope Parkway Church of Christ 5620 Swope Parkway KCMO, 64130 View Map / Get Directions |
Organizer: | Virginia Flowers vflowers03@gmail.com 816-588-6001 |
Category: |
Direct Service (Kansas City) / Mobile Food Distribution |