Driver for Pantry Food Pickups
ORGANIZATION: NEW LONDON AREA FOOD PANTRY INC
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The New London Area Food Pantry (NLAFP), an all-volunteer organization established in 1986, is looking for drivers, using their personal pickup trucks, to assist in picking up food donations for the Pantry. The size of the loads vary from a few cases to a pallet. The pickups are twice weekly on Mondays and Thursdays. The time required will be approximately 2-4 hours each day driving in an area < 10 miles from the Pantry. New volunteers will work with a team of 3 current drivers, all sharing assignments. Potential drivers must have a valid license and a good driving record and are required to maintain personal auto liability limits of $100,000 or combined single limit of $100,000/$300,000.
Drivers are welcome to participate in other facets of Pantry operation if they wish.
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About NEW LONDON AREA FOOD PANTRY INC
Location:
110 GARFIELD AVE, NEW LONDON, CT 06320, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to give food to those who cannot afford to meet their nutritional needs. "In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political beliefs, or disability."
Description
The food pantry is an all-volunteer organization, established in 1986, serving the residents of the greater New London / Southeastern CT area through offering the selection of groceries to those who cannot afford to meet their nutritional needs. The Pantry provides canned goods, cereal, pasta, beans, vegetables, fresh fruit, bread and meats when available to individuals and families requiring assistance. Presently the Pantry is open for food distribution on Monday from 12:30 -2:30PM and Thursday from 9:30-11:30AM based on available staffing.
The Pantry relies on volunteers to meet our goals. As a non-profit organization, the NLFPA Treasurer position on our Board is very important as we need to ensure that our expenses and donations are managed well.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Hunger
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
110 Garfield AvenueNew London, CT 06320
(41.35322 ,-72.1094 )
DATE POSTED
May 9, 2025
SKILLS
- Truck Driving
- Bus/Van Driving
- Delivery
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 4 hrs / week. On Mondays and/or Thursdays.
- Required to maintain personal auto liability limits of $100,000 or combined single limit of $100,000/$300,000. Personal pickup truck required.