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Published 9/11/25 11:01AM
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Food Distribution Volunteer

YMCA of Paterson
Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Paterson, NJ
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Start Date:
    October 20, 2025, 11:00 AM GMT-4
    End Date:
    October 30, 2026, 2:00 PM GMT-4
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    3 hours
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    7
    Cause Areas:
    Housing & Homelessness, Hunger, Food Security, Religion & Spirituality
    Benefits:
    Training Provided, Academic Credit Available
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+

    Description

    Food Distribution Volunteer

    Your passion and time are important resources as we work to rescue and deliver food for Paterson residents in need. YMCA of Paterson offers a variety of volunteer opportunities, including participating in food rescue and distribution, providing nutrition education to people of all ages, supporting advocacy campaigns that fight hunger and build a more equitable and sustainable food system, and more.

    Volunteer Opportunity: Food Distribution Support

    We are seeking dedicated volunteers to assist with our Food Distribution Program, held every other Wednesday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Volunteers play a vital role in ensuring our community receives the support they need.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Assist with registration using a laptop and barcode scanner
    • Distribute dry food boxes and fresh produce to community members
    • Help with setup and cleanup of the distribution area

    Qualifications:

    • Friendly and reliable with a commitment to serving others
    • Comfortable using basic technology (laptop, scanner)
    • Spanish language skills are highly preferred to better serve our diverse community

    Your time and energy will make a meaningful difference. Join us in supporting our neighbors and strengthening our community!

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Paterson, NJ
    Associated Location

    YMCA of Paterson

    128 Ward St., Paterson, New Jersey, US

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