PPL Volunteer Position: Keystone Food Mobile Distribution Support

Description

Volunteer Position: Keystone Food Mobile Distribution Support
Location: New Foundations – 1145 Westminster St., St. Paul
Schedule: Every 4th Monday of the month
Volunteer Shift: 1:45 PM – 4:15 PM (Resident shopping from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

Overview

Support residents at New Foundations during the Keystone Food Mobile distribution. This outdoor event helps provide fresh and shelf-stable food to community members in a welcoming and respectful environment.

Important Notes

• This is an outdoor event—please dress appropriately for all weather conditions (rain, snow, or sunshine).
• Events may be canceled due to severe weather (thunder/lightning or temperatures below 10°F). Volunteers will typically be notified at least one day in advance.
• Service dates may occasionally shift due to holidays; your supervisor will communicate any changes.

Volunteer Responsibilities

• Greet residents in a friendly and welcoming manner
• Aid in setting up tables and organizing food items
• Help distribute food and guide residents on appropriate quantities per household (training provided)
• Support residents as they shop for their household needs
• Aid in clean-up, including packing up leftover food and folding tables

Volunteer Qualifications

• A friendly, welcoming, and non-judgmental attitude
• A willingness to assist a diverse population of residents
• Experience working with families from varied backgrounds or those who have experienced trauma is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 20–30 lbs.
• Comfortable with bending, standing, and being active throughout the shift

Training

Onsite training will be provided on your first day
Volunteers are asked to review the volunteer handbook in advance (including photo release and liability waiver)

Additional Details

• Two volunteers are needed per shift to support staff
• Volunteers must be 16+; teens 16+ may participate on a trial basis without a guardian present