Distribute Food, Stock & Organize at Families Forward Bidwell Pantry (morning)

Calendar
September 15, 2026
Time
9:00am - 12:00pm

Description

Volunteers are needed to help pantry guests find the items they need in the pantry, stock grocery shelves, and hang clothing donations. All supplies will be provided.

Questions? Contact Missy Reams at missy@familiesforward.org or call 515-989-8404.

Orientation: A volunteer orientation about Families Forward is provided when you first arrive to volunteer.

About: Families Forward (previously Bidwell Riverside Center and Hawthorn Hill) has four main programs: Bidwell Pantry, Child Development Center, New Directions Shelter (emergency housing), and The Home Connection (long term housing). Our mission is to provide compassionate, life-changing assistance to families and their path to self-sufficiency.​

Details

Indoors Wheelchair Accessible Family Friendly Adequate Parking Drinks Provided

Additional Information

Register by Sep 12, 2026

Q: Minimum age to participate.
A: You must be age 12 or older to participate.

Q: Minors require an adult.
A: No

Q: Details of Provided Drinks
A: Water bottles and snacks will be provided.

Q: Can we direct media to your Day of Action activity?
A:  Yes

Q: Can United Way of Central Iowa take pictures of your Day of Action activity for social media and marketing?
A:  Yes