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Flexible Schedule
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Pasadena, CA 91104
Help us combat the issue of food insecurity that heavily impacts our community members. Union Station Homeless Services is looking for volunteers to provide "shelf stable" kits for our shelter residents. This new program allow Union Station to provide food items that are preservable and ready to eat for our residents and community members in need. These kits can include, but are not limited to: Jerky Canned soup with pop tops Tuna pouches Cookies/Candy Cracker packs Dried Fruit Packs of nuts/seeds Mints Gatorade Water Hand Wipes Cards of encouragement Other preservable/ready to eat food items We kindly request kits to include 7-10 items, however we are grateful for whatever you are able to contribute. We accept Shelf Stable Kit donations to our Adult Center any day of the week between 8:00am - 2:30pm. To schedule a donation or for any questions, please email us at volunteer@unionstationhs.org or give us a call at (626)-715-5004.
Date Posted: Jun 1, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Pasadena, CA 91104
QUICK OVERVIEW Want to volunteer and help out our amazing Food Services team with food prep, service, and clean-up? Our team needs you! This volunteer shift is an integral part of maintaining an efficient and successful kitchen and meal program, so please consider volunteering to help! MISSION Union Station Homeless Services' mission is to help individuals and families rebuild their lives and end homelessness VOLUNTEER ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Serve meals to those in need. Help set up and clean up the kitchen space. REQUIREMENTS All volunteers must provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 Volunteers must be at least 13 years old to volunteer with a chaperone and 16 years old to volunteer without one All volunteers must attend our online volunteer orientation prior to volunteering in our kitchen ADDITIONAL INFORMATION These kitchen service shifts take place at our Family Center Monday through Friday from 6:00 am - 8:00 am. QUESTIONS? For any questions or if interested in volunteering, please email us at volunteer@unionstationhs.org All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity should adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: https://www.laworks.com/health-and-safety. By clicking "Sign Up," I acknowledge that I am aware and understand that I am signing up for Activities that may be inherently dangerous and may expose me to a variety of foreseen and unforeseen hazards and risks including exposure to Coronavirus Disease 2019 ("COVID-19"). The Activities may involve a degree of contact with clients who need assistance and other volunteers who may be carriers of COVID-19 and that personal protective equipment may not be available for my use and/or effective against preventing transmission of COVID-19 whether as a result of my own actions or otherwise. By clicking "Sign Up," I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in the Activities and have considered those risks. I hereby expressly and specifically assume such risks, including any and all risk of injury, illness, harm, or loss that I may incur as a result of my participation in the Activities. I hereby fully and forever release and discharge L.A. Works from, and expressly waive, any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, that may arise from my participation in the Activities.
Date Posted: Apr 17, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Pasadena, CA 91104
QUICK OVERVIEW Create and donate hygiene kits to Union Station Homeless Services. MISSION Union Station Homeless Services is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organizatin, who is committed to helping individuals and families rebuild their lives and discover permanent solutions to ending homelessness. VOLUNTEER ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES We are searching for individuals or volunteer groups to assist with providing basic hygiene items using the list below as a guideline: Toothpaste / toothbrush Shampoo / Conditioner Body Wash Sunscreen lotion Lip balm (i.e. chapstick) Tampax and sanitary pads New socks Rain poncho Small pack of tissues Snack or granola bar Bottled water Unnecessary items: Toilet paper Mouthwash You can also view our program flyer with further information about suggested items. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION When creating the kits, please note that only new and unopened items will be accepted. We accept donations at our Administration Office (825 E Orange Grove Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91104), Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. QUESTIONS? For further information or if you have any questions, please email us at volunteer@unionstationhs.org. You can also visit our website.
Date Posted: Mar 29, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Pasadena, CA 91104
QUICK OVERVIEW Union Station Homeless Services relies on the support of volunteer groups to provide daily home-cooked meals to shelter residents and community members in need. If your family, corporation, or civic group would like to cook and serve a meal or drop off/cater a meal from a local restaurant at one of our shelters, consider sponsoring an "Adopt-a-Meal"! MISSION Union Station Homeless Services is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organizatin, who is committed to helping individuals and families rebuild their lives and discover permanent solutions to ending homelessness. VOLUNTEER ROLES & RESPONSIBILIITIES Plan a menu of your choice (i.e. roasted chicken, mac and cheese, salad, cookies, and drinks) Purchase the ingredients needed to prepare the food Cook the meal - prepare the meal in our kitchen or purchase food from a restaurant and drop it off or have it delivered Serve the meal to our residents (optional-- if you choose not to serve in person, our staff would be happy to serve the meal on your behalf) REQUIREMENTS Volunteers must provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 to cook/serve onsite. Please note that there is an age requirement for volunteering in the kitchen. Children under the age of 13 are not allowed in the kitchen at any time. Volunteers must be at least 13 years old with a chaperone, and 16 to volunteer without. We ask that you please wear closed-toed shoes and long pants for your safety and protection. QUESTIONS? If interested or if you have any further questions, please email us at volunteer@unionstationhs.org to check availability. **Volunteers will be required to wear a surgical-grade mask or higher (not cloth). If you do not have a surgical mask, Union Station Homeless Services will be able to provide you with one upon arrival to your volunteer shift. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required if serving/cooking at our facilities. All volunteers serving food directly to clients must wear a face shield (provided by Union Station). Additionally, all volunteers must read and acknowledge a COVID liability waiver onsite. All volunteers participating in this volunteer opportunity should adhere to the health and safety guidelines outlined here: https://www.laworks.com/health-and-safety. By clicking "Express Interest," I acknowledge that I am aware and understand that I am being referred to Activities that are coordinated and managed by a third party Agency or Organization and that L.A. Works has no jurisdiction, control, or oversight over these Activities. The Activities may be inherently dangerous and may expose me to a variety of foreseen and unforeseen hazards and risks including exposure to Coronavirus Disease 2019 ("COVID-19"). The Activities may involve a degree of contact with clients who need assistance and other volunteers who may be carriers of COVID-19 and that personal protective equipment may not be available for my use and/or effective against preventing transmission of COVID-19 whether as a result of my own actions or otherwise. By clicking "Express Interest," I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in the Activities and have considered those risks. I hereby expressly and specifically assume such risks, including any and all risk of injury, illness, harm, or loss that I may incur as a result of my participation in the Activities. I hereby fully and forever release and discharge L.A. Works from, and expressly waive, any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, that may arise from my participation in the Activities.
Date Posted: Mar 29, 2023
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Flexible Schedule
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Pasadena, CA 91105
Want to volunteer and help out our amazing Food Services team with food prep? Union Station Homeless Services needs you! Union Station Homeless Services is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, who is committed to helping individuals and families rebuild their lives and discover permanent solutions to ending homelessness. This kitchen service volunteer shift is an integral part of maintaining an efficient and successful kitchen and meal program for our Adult Center, so please consider volunteering to help! We have shifts available at our Adult Center everyday of the week! 7:00am - 9:30am | Monday - Sunday 10:30am - 1:30pm | Monday - Sunday 12:30pm - 3:00pm | Monday - Friday Requirements: - Volunteers must attend an online volunteer orientation. You can sign up for our virtual orientation on our website - unionstationhs.org -Volunteers must provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 - Please note that there is an age requirement for volunteering in the kitchen. Children under the age of 13 are not allowed in the kitchen at any time. Volunteers must be at least 13 years old with a chaperone, 16 to volunteer without. We ask that you please wear closed toed shoes and long pants for your safety and protection. If interested in volunteering or for any questions, please email us at volunteer@unionstationhs.org
Date Posted: Jun 1, 2023
