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Family Meal Program
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Richmond, VA
Details
Start Date:
May 18, 2026
End Date:
June 21, 2028
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
Time Commitment:
Flexible
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
7
Cause Areas:
Health & Medicine, Housing & Homelessness, Hunger, Food Security, Volunteering
Good For:
Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Driver’s License
Description
Cooking a meal might seem simple, but at Ronald McDonald House Richmond (2330 Monument Ave), it becomes something truly meaningful. When you prepare lunch or dinner for families caring for a critically ill child, you’re doing far more than making food. You’re showing up at a moment when it matters. You’re offering comfort, relief, and a reminder that they're not alone.
Whether you’re volunteering solo, coming with friends, or cooking with coworkers, preparing a meal is a heartfelt way to support families who are facing some of the hardest times of their lives.
What Your Support Looks Like
Lunch
- Arrive at 8:30 AM (or 11 AM on Sundays)
- Lunch ready for families by 10:30 AM
- Prepare 40 servings (sandwiches, salads, pasta salads, etc.)
Dinner
- Arrive at 4:30 PM
- Dinner ready by 6 PM
- Prepare 15 servings
- Get creative—families love variety!
Additional Details
- Up to 6 volunteers per meal (to keep the kitchen available for families)
- Gloves provided—please wear them during meal prep
- Volunteers purchase ingredients
- You may cook onsite or in a commercial kitchen
- No need to stay and serve—just prepare with care ❤️
- We welcome menu variety beyond common pasta and taco dishes!
Location
On-site
Ronald McDonald House Richmond
2330 Monument Avenue, Richmond, Virginia, US
