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Volunteers sought for Westwood Food Pantry

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ORGANIZATION: NORFOLK COUNTY RSVP

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Are you looking for a satisfying way to spend a few days each week? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Westwood residents and families sheltered here? Hunger is a substantial need in Westwood. The Westwood Food Pantry welcomes volunteers age 55+ to play key roles in the pantry's operations.

1) Spend 2 days a week sorting food pantry donations, shelving and organizing food, and noting items needed to order from the Greater Boston Food Bank. Pantry is heated through winter, bright, and located next to the senior center. Other volunteers stop in to assist with shelving.

2) Organize volunteer delivery of custom food packages for families unable to travel to the food pantry site.

3) Investigate and potentially establish community garden/donation program for fresh produce.

4) Go to the Greater Boston Food Bank monthly with food pantry driver to assist loading items into van (up to 50 lbs).

5) Plan and conduct a community food security assessment and/or food pantry client survey.

6) Other projects that you imagine would be satisfying for you and helpful for the food pantry, please call to discuss ideas!

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About NORFOLK COUNTY RSVP

Location:

PO Box 310, 614 High St, Dedham, MA 02027, US

Mission Statement

Norfolk County RSVP Volunteer Program is dedicated to meeting community needs by connecting volunteers age 55+ with opportunities that meet their skills and areas of interest. We believe that we are all called to serve one another through the use of our unique gifts and passions.

Description

Make a difference in Norfolk County by connecting your passions with community needs!

Norfolk County RSVP has volunteer opportunities for people aged 55 & over in 28 cities and towns at over 50 volunteer sites. Volunteer opportunities include mentoring pre-release inmates, tutoring elementary school children, drivers for Veterans, meals on wheels and food pantires, friendly visiting, non-profit support services and many more! N.C. RSVP will find the volunteer opportunity that best fits your interests & schedule and impacts the needs that are most critical to our county's communities. N.C. RSVP provides mileage reimbursement, accident & liability insurance, an invitation to our annual recognition event, monthly newsletters, orientation & training.

CAUSE AREAS

Environment
Homeless & Housing
Hunger
Environment, Homeless & Housing, Hunger

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

60 Nahatan StWestwood, MA 02090

(42.21777,-71.22102)
 

DATE POSTED

November 2, 2016

SKILLS

  • Research
  • Food Delivery / Distribution
  • Community Outreach
  • Gardening
  • Hospitality
  • Program Management

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Varies.

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