Celebrate this MLK Day with Service!
Sign up now to help package food for older adults and families!
PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT WILL TAKE PLACE IN A FOOD DISTRIBUTION WAREHOUSE SETTING AND VOLUNTEERS SHOULD DRESS WARM.
About The Event:
The Campaign Against Hunger NYC will be packaging groceries to be distributed to older adults and families. Join NYC Aging in support of this good work and commit to a day (or two) of service.
Date(s):
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Monday, January 16th, 2023
(further information on shift times below)
Location:
Queens, NY (Far Rockaway/Arverne)
Further arrival instructions will be provided prior to the event
Volunteers should:
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Be comfortable standing for the majority of their shift
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Be comfortable lifting and carrying 10+ pounds
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Dress appropriately for the weather (likely cold and very windy) and for physical activity (including closed toe shoes, comfortable clothing, gloves, etc.)
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Complete "Code of Conduct" and "Liability Waiver" forms
Tasks:
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Volunteers will help pack grocery food items. Additional tasks may involve breaking down boxes and other setup/breakdown related work.
Training:
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A brief orientation and task overview will be provided upon arrival
