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15 people are interested
Food Pantry Distribution Volunteers in Elgin
ORGANIZATION: The Salvation Army Metro Chicago
Please visit the new page to apply.
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15 people are interested
Activity Summary:
Be a part of serving the community in our food pantry. Volunteers will help distribute roughly 200 boxes of food to Elgin residents for pick-up at our drive-up Home Goods food pantry held on Saturdays from 9:30am - 11:30am.
Job Description:
The food pantry distribution assistant will help carry already prepared food boxes from the gym down some stairs to put in clients' cars. Please note that this opportunity requires lifting of up to 30 pounds.
Qualifications:
- 18-59 years old
- Must enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds
- Possess effective communication abilities
- Friendly personality and smile
- Must be able to comfortably lift cases of food (30+lbs)
- Reliable, professional and friendly
- Pass initial screening process
- Bilingual abilities are a plus
- Bring and wear personal face mask
Policies:
Alcohol, drugs and smoking are not permitted at any Salvation Army Facilities or volunteer sites
Pants and shirts must cover the waistband. Shirts with print are not to be offensive. Shoes are to be closed toe - we don’t want any injuries done to the toes. Flip flops, shorts, tank tops, undershirts, or halter tops, sleeveless shirts, crop tops, spaghetti straps and strapless tops are not permitted. Transparent, tight or form fitting clothes are not permitted. Skirts/dresses must not be worn more than two inches above the knee.
*Off Street Parking is available*
If this volunteer opportunity seems like a match for your experience, skills, and interests, please sign up here, or contact Kaitlyn Ehler at 847-741-2304 ext. 306.
Thank you again for your interest in volunteering with The Salvation Army!
10 Shifts
- Sat Oct 03, 2020 - 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Sat Sep 26, 2020 - 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Sat Sep 19, 2020 - 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Sat Sep 12, 2020 - 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Sat Sep 05, 2020 - 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Sat Aug 29, 2020 - 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Sat Aug 22, 2020 - 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Sat Aug 15, 2020 - 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Sat Aug 08, 2020 - 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Sat Aug 01, 2020 - 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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About The Salvation Army Metro Chicago
Location:
5040 N. Pulaski, Volunteer Resource Department, Chicago, IL 60630, US
Mission Statement
The mission of The Salvation Army is to meet human needs wherever they may be, without discrimination.
Description
The Salvation Army is serving more people in need and delivering the broadest array of services than any other not-for-profit organization in Chicagoland. The Salvation Army is making an impact every day in three key areas of critical importance and concern to people across Chicagoland -- Homelessness, Violence and Education. And, The Salvation Army is delivering the most critical services -- food, shelter, emergency assistance and disaster relief.
In communities throughout Chicago and the surrounding five-county area, we extend emergency and supportive assistance from 28 corps community centers, 80 service extension units, the Emergency Disaster Services Center, residential programs, mobile units, and several counseling sites.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
316 Douglas AveElgin, IL 60120
DATE POSTED
July 10, 2020
SKILLS
- Disaster Response
- Food Delivery / Distribution
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Shifts are from 9am - 12pm. Whether you can help for one shift, or multiple, we are so grateful to our volunteers!
- Volunteers must be in good health and may be asked to take an on-site health screening including forehead temperature reading. Volunteers may need to complete on-line application, volunteer paperwork, and receive a (free) background check.