Opportunity Details | KANSAS CITY - CSFP Distribution (Metro Lutheran Ministry)

KANSAS CITY - CSFP Distribution (Metro Lutheran Ministry)

During fiscal year 2021, Harvesters’ agencies helped Harvesters distribute more than 76 million pounds of food, providing more than 67 million meals. 

 

In partnership with the federal government, many of Harvesters’ agencies distribute monthly commodity food boxes to low-income seniors through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). The boxes contain shelf-stable items like milk, fruit juices, pasta, rice, peanut butter, and canned meats, fruits and vegetable.

 

Volunteers make it possible for pantries to distribute CSFP and produce to our senior neighbors.  This is an inside and outside opportunity.  Tasks include:

Loading food into cars

Lifting 5-20 pounds repetitively

Assisting with cleanup

 

Please note the following requirements:

Keep client information confidential

Wear closed-toed shoes

Age Requirement

    Must be 16 years or older

Physical Requirements

    Lift 5-20 pounds repetitively

    Stand for the entire shift

    Bend repetitively

    Work outside in hot and cold weather

Register each person who will be volunteering

Complete this form to schedule groups of six.

Category:

Direct Service (Kansas City) / Agency Opportunities