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Volunteering Meal Service at Dolores Shelter

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ORGANIZATION: Mission Action

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Support Our Community with Compassion and Care

Join Mission Action’s Dolores Shelter Program (DSP) in providing overnight shelter, hot meals, and support services to adults experiencing homelessness. Located at 1050 South Van Ness Avenue, DSP has served the Latinx and immigrant community since 1982 with bilingual and culturally competent care.

Founded in response to the Central American refugee crisis, DSP began as a church-based shelter and has grown into a vital resource for the Mission District. It is also home to Jazzie’s Place, San Francisco’s first LGBTQ-affirming shelter, ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all.

As a volunteer, you’ll help create a welcoming environment by assisting with dinner setup and meal service at the start of our overnight shelter operations.

Who We Look For

We are seeking dedicated volunteers who:

  • Are team-oriented and enjoy working in collaborative settings.
  • Are reliable and punctual to ensure smooth operations.
  • Are compassionate and committed to treating all guests with dignity and respect.
  • Can stand, move, and assist with meal service for extended periods.
  • Are comfortable engaging with diverse communities.

Your Impact

By volunteering at the Dolores Shelter Program, you will:

  • Help provide a warm meal and a welcoming environment for guests.
  • Make a direct impact on individuals experiencing homelessness.
  • Develop skills in teamwork, hospitality, and community service.
  • Connect with other volunteers and Mission Action staff working toward social change.

11 Shifts

  • Fri Apr 25, 2025 - 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri May 02, 2025 - 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri May 09, 2025 - 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri May 16, 2025 - 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri May 23, 2025 - 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri May 30, 2025 - 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri Jun 06, 2025 - 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM PST - Spots available: 2
  • Fri Jun 13, 2025 - 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM PST - Spots available: 3
  • Fri Jun 20, 2025 - 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM PST - Spots available: 3
  • Fri Jun 27, 2025 - 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM PST - Spots available: 3
  • Fri Jul 04, 2025 - 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM PST - Spots available: 3
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About Mission Action

Location:

938 Valencia Street, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110, US

Mission Statement

Mission Action nurtures individual wellness and cultivates collective power among low-income and immigrant communities to create a more just society.

Description

Mission Action is a dynamic organization dedicated to nurturing individual wellness and cultivating collective power among low-income and immigrant communities to create a more just society. With over 40 years of service in San Francisco's Mission District, we offer a range of programs, including housing and shelter, community engagement and organizing, and direct community services. Our core values-Dignity, Solidarity, Redistributed Power, Resilience, and Inclusivity-guide our efforts to create a vibrant and diverse community where all individuals are honored and empowered. By volunteering with Mission Action, you'll join a passionate team committed to addressing the root causes of injustice and making a tangible impact in the lives of those we serve

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Advocacy & Human Rights

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.
This opportunity has 11 shifts

WHERE

1050 South Van Ness AvenueSan Francisco, CA 94110

(37.7563,-122.41703)
 

DATE POSTED

April 9, 2025

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • Public Groups
  • Private Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
  • Driver's License Needed
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 3 hours

Private Group Details

  • Group Size Range 1 - 5
  • Event can be held at organization location(s)
  • No Donation

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