Opportunity Details
Mobile Food Pantry Distribution at Peninsula (QPL)
Join the Queens Public Library and Food Bank For New York City for a monthly food distribution serving the residents of Peninsula and surrounding communities.
Volunteers are needed to help distribute produce, protein, and s/helf-stable items to up to 300 families.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be 14 years and older (13 with an accompanying adult)
- Minors must possess parental/guardian consent - (click to download)
- Must be able to stand for extending periods of time, and lift up to 25 pounds
BRINGING A MINOR
All adults interested in bringing a minor to volunteer must create an account for each child and submit all necessary documents (parental consent)
DATES & TIMES
Volunteers are scheduled from 10:00am - 3:00pm to assist with setup and closeout. The distribution is scheduled for 12:00pm - 2:00pm.
LOCATION
The project will be held in front of Peninsula Library
92-25 Rockaway Beach Blvd, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a volunteer to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Volunteers must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is an in-person opportunity. Minors must complete a parental consent form to volunteer for this project. (Not required for the 9/9 session).
Deadline: You must register no later than 48 hours before a scheduled project date.
Civic & Community, Health & Wellness
Families, Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups, Low-income communities, Visitors & Travelers, Other
Collecting, Sorting & Packaging,Other
Age Minimum (with Adult): 13+, Minimum Age:14+
Log in or Register
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Sign up with a team
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- Choose an existing team you're already a member or captain of, or
- Create a new team to sign up.
Signup Questions
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