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1 person is interested
Friday Food Pantry Van/Truck Crew
ORGANIZATION: Agassiz Baldwin Community
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1 person is interested
Weekly Food Pantry Delivery
In April 2020, responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, fka Agassiz Baldwin Community began collaborating with community partners in an effort to expand access to food and essential supplies to households experiencing food insecurity. We sought to support those who could not travel to a food pantry due to limited mobility, childcare responsibilities, or COVID infection or risk. We teamed up with established and new partners, including Cambridge Community Center, who established an emergency pantry in their gym during the pandemic’s onset; Cambridge Bike Safety, an advocacy group with cyclists looking to volunteer; local child-centered nonprofits Tutoring Plus and Community Arts Center; and healthcare provider Cambridge Health Alliance.
Throughout 2020 and 2021, in sunshine and snow, we succeeded in distributing 40-50 boxes of food weekly, delivered mostly by bike volunteers. Now in 2022 and beyond, with a hearty and dedicated cohort of cyclists and several volunteers who drive, we’re continuing to deliver food, baby supplies, and other household essentials to individuals, seniors, and families. This effort wouldn’t be possible without the support of our partners, volunteers, and donors.
1 Shift
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Fri Jun 16, 2023
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afternoon /
12:00 PM to 02:00 PM
One driver and one additional accompanying volunteer would be ideal to help pick up and drop off food pantry boxes.
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About Agassiz Baldwin Community
Location:
20 SACRAMENTO STREET, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138, US
Mission Statement
The Agassiz Baldwin Community is a place that nurtures individual growth and creativity, builds connections, and serves as a forum for community advocacy. We believe in: welcoming and including everyone; lifelong learning; and fostering a culture of creativity and cooperation.
Description
Our programs and services include:
- The Baldwin Neighborhood Council provides community members with the opportunity to have their voices heard as well as take action on a variety of issues and initiatives. The Whistler, our community newsletter, includes the minutes from each month’s Council meeting as well as information about ABC’s programs, events, and other items of interest in Cambridge.
- Agassiz Baldwin Children’s Programs include afterschool, summer program, and opportunities for middle school students to get work experience through our Youth Employment Program.
-Our arts programming includes Maud Morgan Arts, Chandler Gallery, Community Artist Spotlight Space, and specialized arts instruction in our children’s programs.
-The Living Well Network, a grassroots, volunteer-supported initiative to help older residents stay in their homes as they age.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
20 Sacramento StreetCambridge, MA 02138
DATE POSTED
February 24, 2023
SKILLS
- Truck Driving
- Delivery
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1-2 hours per week on Fridays