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Branford Food Pantry

Back room volunteer

Posted 2 years ago

Where

Branford Food Pantry

Description

UPDATE 3/36: We are seeking a few people to help with managing food donations: loading/unloading our truck, sorting donations, stocking shelves. Possibly ride along on pick ups. Must be able to lift up to 40/50 pounds. Hours are early (7/7:30 AM) on Tuesday, Thursday and/or Friday mornings for about 3-4 hours although hours will be flexible as needed. Some outside (under cover) work possible. Requirements: ability to lift heavy boxes and make a commitment to regular attendance.

About Branford Food Pantry

The Branford Food Pantry is a 100% volunteer organization with the goal of providing supplemental groceries to Branford families in need.Currently we serve approximately 250 families every month. We are open on Tuesday (morning and evening) and Friday morning.  During opening hours volunteers assist clients with their food choices, intake donations, stock shelves, help clients with the groceries, prepare and deliver groceries to homebound clients. Outside of hours, our volunteers pick up donations from a variety of sources, sort donations, stock shelves and prepare for opening.We are always looking for volunteers willing to make a commitment to regular hours.