ORGANIZATION: New York Common Pantry
New York Common Pantry works toward the reduction of hunger and food insecurity through an array of programs that function to establish long-term independence for those we serve. Our whole-person approach starts with food provision through the distribution of nutritious, fresh food pantry packages in Choice Pantry and hearty balanced breakfast and dinner in the Hot Meals program.
As a volunteer, you will help provide free packages to low income families. Specific tasks include unloading trucks, lifting boxes up to 40 pounds, packing produce, and other activities as needed. Volunteers for this project must be comfortable with standing for 4.5 hours and lifting at least 40 pounds and be at least 16 years old (with parental consent if under 18). Please wear closed toed shoes (such as sneakers) and comfortable clothing that can get dirty.
Please note that due to COVID-19 all volunteers must wear masks (we can supply) at all times. We have gloves hand sanitizer and the facilities are cleaned regularly. In an effort to minimize exposure all staff and volunteers are working on shifts. Volunteers must be 16 (with parental consent) plus.
8 East 109th Street, New York, NY 10029, US
The New York Common Pantry is dedicated to reducing hunger throughout New York City while promoting dignity and self-sufficiency.
New York Common Pantry works toward the reduction of hunger and food insecurity through an array of programs that function to establish long-term independence for those we serve. Our whole-person approach starts with food provision through the distribution of nutritious, fresh food pantry packages in Choice Pantry and hearty balanced breakfast and dinner in the Hot Meals program. Supplemental food is provided to seniors aged 60 and older through Nourish.
We then go further to address the reasons for food insecurity with case management services through the help of Help 365, which assists Pantry visitors in gaining access to resources, and Project Dignity, which connects homeless visitors to resources. The third vital element in our whole-person approach is education offered through our Live Healthy! program. Live Healthy! teaches children and adults about the importance of a nutritionally sound diet and active living, as well as provides them with the skills necessary to make healthier choices for their families.
All future volunteer opportunities can be found here (https://nycommonpantry.volunteerhub.com/), though we will also advertise opportunities through VolunteerMatch,
8 East 109th streetNew York, NY 10029
July 6, 2022