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School Food Distribution Volunteer

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ORGANIZATION: PORTLAND BACKPACK

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Volunteer to pass out free weekend food sacks to elementary school kids at one of the six Portland public schools we serve! Distribution happens on Fridays from 3-4:30pm at MLK Jr Elementary and the food will need to be picked up/dropped off at our storage unit (car required). This is a 2-week commitment.

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About PORTLAND BACKPACK

Location:

2620 NE FREMONT ST, PORTLAND, OR 97212, US

Mission Statement

Portland Backpack serves children who are at risk of hunger by providing food sacks for weekend days when food scarcity is higher. We believe that engaging the community in our efforts creates a greater impact that reaches beyond reducing hunger.

Description

Since 2008, Portland Backpack has distributed 100,000+ nutritious weekend food sacks (and now with COVID, gift cards) to children who rely on school meals for food. Our food sacks contain meal items for the weekend that can be prepared by kids, are nutritious, and taste good. We work with all members of our community to help make sure no kid has to face hunger any day of the week. Along with the food sacks and gift cards, each kid receives a care card: a note or drawing with a positive message to show the child their community is looking out for them. We have grown since 2008 and now serve students who attend five Portland public elementary schools: Martin Luther King Jr., Rigler, Rosa Parks, Scott, and Woodlawn.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Hunger
Children & Youth, Hunger

WHEN

Fri Feb 26, 2021 - Fri Mar 05, 2021
02:45 PM - 04:45 PM

WHERE

1425 NE Dekum StPortland, OR 97217

(45.5751,-122.686)
 

DATE POSTED

February 4, 2021

SKILLS

  • Youth Services
  • Food Delivery / Distribution

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Group

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 16
  • Friday February 26 and March 5 from 2:45-4:45pm.
  • Ability to transport bins necessary. Must be okay being outside for 1.5 hours and greeting children while wearing a mask and staying friendly!

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