Loading and unloading fresh produce for Seniors!
Civic Works
EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM 8AM-1PM, volunteers work with our AmeriCorps staff to load and unload fresh produce that is packed into boxes for 150 seniors across Baltimore City. As a result of Covid, many seniors cannot get out to shop, so Civic Works started last March to deliver boxes of fresh produce to their doors.
Every Wednesday, we need a couple of volunteers who can:
-Work in all weather conditions -Load and unload a box truck first with crates of produce and then with packed boxes of produce -Lift boxes up to 60 lbs. (with assistance).
It's a fun, committed crew who can really use your help! You can sign up for as many or as few Wednesdays as you want! You start at the farm at 2801 St Lo Dr, and then unload at our second location at 3501 Brehm's Lane.
This is a GREAT way to do your part to help those in need during this pandemic! ALL SOCIAL DISTANCED!
About Civic Works
Location:
2701 Saint Lo Drive, Baltimore, MD 21213, US
Mission Statement
Civic Works' mission is to strengthen Baltimore’s communities through education, skills development and community service. Civic Works is Baltimore’s urban service corps and an AmeriCorps program. Our key program areas include community improvement, workforce development, education, and green programs. Each year an average of 2,500 volunteer groups and individuals work with us on Civic Works' and local projects to make lasting improvements in Baltimore’s communities.
Description
Civic Works AmeriCorps members tutor and mentor students, create community parks and gardens, help homeowners conserve energy, grow food for low-income residents, rehabilitate abandoned houses, involve families in Baltimore City schools, make homes safer for older adults, and recruit volunteers. Every year, our AmeriCorps members spend a year or a summer in service to Baltimore, and in return, receive a modest living allowance, an education award that can be used for college or vocational school, and the job readiness and life skills needed to secure and maintain employment. Civic Works also trains Baltimore residents for employment in the healthcare and green job industries.
Volunteer! A variety of volunteer opportunities are available for individuals and groups from schools, businesses, congregations, and other organizations. Civic Works’ volunteers help us clean vacant lots and parks, plant trees and flowers, care for community gardens, work at Real Food Farm, research and restore the Historic Clifton Mansion, lead tours at the mansion, provide mock interviews and job skills training for our participants, mentor students, and complete many other important projects.
For more information about how you or your group can volunteer with a Civic Works project, please contact us at jpowell@civicworks.com or 410-366-8533 x 211.