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Published 12/10/25 9:13AM
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Pantry Volunteer

The Salvation Army of Decatur
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Decatur, IL
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    3 hours on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and 3rd Saturday of every month. (whatever you can do)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Hunger, Food Security, Religion & Spirituality
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Pantry Volunteer

    Please go to https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usa-central-territory/north-and-central-illinois/volunteer/ and fill out our official volunteer form.

    We are currently seeking dedicated volunteers to assist with the operations of our food pantry. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of our neighbors by ensuring they have access to essential food and resources for their well-being.

    Your support is vital to our mission of serving the community with dignity and care.

    Volunteer Schedule

    We are looking for assistance during the following times:

    • Tuesdays & Thursdays: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    • Monthly: The 3rd Saturday of every month from 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

    How You Can Help

    Volunteers will assist with three main areas:

    • Setup: Organizing the pantry and preparing for distribution.
    • Maintenance: Stocking shelves and keeping the area clean and accessible.
    • Distribution: Handing out food directly to community members in need.

    Location

    On-site

    The Salvation Army

    229 W. Main Street, Decatur, Illinois, US

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    Whether you can commit to a regular shift or help out occasionally, any time you can give is deeply appreciated.

    Get Involved

    If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions, please reply to this email or contact us at [Insert Phone Number/Link].

    Thank you for helping us keep our community fed and supported.

    I acknowledge that use of the Idealist Applicant Tracking System is subject to Idealist's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
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