Help Get Produce Out to Hungry Iowans! Great for Groups!

Get Connected Icon Happens On Sep 13, 2018
Get Connected Icon 9am - 11:30am
Expired

Description

Each summer the Food Bank of Iowa receives thousands of pounds of fresh produce from the gardens at the Newton correctional facility, the farm in Madrid, corporate gardens and from distributors. This produce needs to be sorted and bagged for easier access for our partner agencies.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Rinse produce (if needed)

  • Sort and bag/box produce

Qualifications:

  • No experience necessary!

  • Volunteers must be 10 years old or older to work in the warehouse.

Attire:

  • Wear comfortable, layered clothing. It can get chilly in the warehouse.

  • Closed-toe shoes are required to work in the warehouse.

 

Support/Training:

  • All training will be done onsite as the shift starts.

  • Staff will be available throughout the shift for questions and support.

 

Location
 
2220 E. 17th St. Des Moines, IA
 
To sign up visit our online volunteer calendar at:http://foodbankiowa.volunteerhub.com/Events/Event/Summary.aspx?EventID=3418929

Details

Get Connected Icon 10 and older
Get Connected Icon Is Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Register by Sep 13, 2018
Get Connected Icon Is Not Outdoors
Get Connected Icon Is Wheelchair Accessible

Location

Get Connected Icon 2220 E 17th Street
Des Moines, IA  50316