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2018 - On-site Food Distribution to Families in Need
ORGANIZATION: Focus: HOPE
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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DONATE TO THIS
ORGANIZATION -
5 people are interested
Great activity for Small Groups!!!!
Purpose:To distribute donations (from Gleaners) to families in need.
Description of assignment: Sorting, packing, and distribution of food items in an assembly line format.
Lifting is involved in this assignment.
Timeframe: There are 7 days to select from May thru October, volunteers should arrive at 11:30a for orientation and instructions and plan to stay until 2:30p.
May 2nd, May 23rd, June 27th, July 25th, August 22nd, September 19th, and October 17th .
Attire:Comfortable (jeans and sneakers are appropriate) Due to the nature of the assignment, please no open toe shoes.
Additional information: Volunteers will be working with the public.
If you would like to bring donations, please bring grocery bags to assist with the distribution.
To register for this event, click this link to take you to the Focus: HOPE volunteer system: http://cerv.is/m?0168x725
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About Focus: HOPE
Location:
1200 Oakman Blvd., Building B. (Central Warehouse), Detroit, MI 48238, US
Mission Statement
Recognizing the dignity and beauty of every person, we pledge intelligent and practical action to overcome racism, poverty and injustice; and to build a metropolitan community where all people may live in freedom, harmony, trust, and affection; black and white, yellow, brown, and red, from Detroit and its suburbs, of every economic status, national origin, and religious persuasion. We join in this covenant.
Description
Focus: HOPE is a human service organization. Founded in 1968 in the wake of the 1967 Detroit riots by Father Willam T. Cunningham (1930-1997) and co-founder Eleanor M. Josaitis (1931-2011), Focus: HOPE unites a multicultural community in common efforts to overcome injustice and build racial harmony. Over the years, Focus: HOPE has initiated practical solutions to the problems of hunger, economic disparity, inadequate education, and racial divisiveness. Answers can be found in Focus: HOPE's technology training programs, educational and corporate partnerships, and food programs.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1550 Oakman Blvd.Detroit, MI 48238
DATE POSTED
May 18, 2018
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
N/A