Nonprofit
Published 10/8/25 2:44PM

Volunteer Driver Needed for Food Pick-up (Comm22/Celadon)

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near San Diego, CA
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    every Thursday for about 2 hours
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Hunger, Food Security, Seniors & Retirement
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check
    Age Requirement:
    21+

    Description

    Project Access offers a variety of activities to enrich the lives of children, families and seniors living in affordable housing.

    If you have just ONE DAY or ONE HOUR A WEEK to share you can help provide READING CLUBS, ARTS & CRAFTS, CHARACTER EDUCATION & many more activities that help children develop self-confidence and a love of learning!

    We are seeking a reliable and committed volunteer to assist with our weekly food pantry program. Your support will help ensure low-income seniors have access to essential groceries each week.

    In need of volunteers who are available: Every Thursday | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

    Duties include:

    • Picking up food in your personal vehicle from:
    • Pavilions – 515 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103
    • Delivering food to one of our community Resource Centers
    • Packing & sorting food into bags/boxes into your vehicle
    • Sorting food by category (e.g., fruits, bread, dairy, ready-to-eat meals, etc.)
    • Walking back and forth to load/unload food
    • Ensuring no food is left behind (a second trip is okay if completed by 12:00 PM)
    • Unloading food into the Center with help from the Resident Services Coordinator
    • Option to support distribution or other programs if more volunteer hours are desired

    Food is delivered to either of the following Resource Centers every Thursday:

    • COMM22 – 690 Beardsley St, San Diego, CA 92113
    • Celadon – 929 9th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

    Requirements:

    • Valid Driver's License
    • Proof of car insurance
    • Reliable attendance – must not miss scheduled pick-ups
    • Strong communication skills & responsiveness
    • Vehicle with ample space to accommodate food boxes/bags
    • Comfortable with light to moderate physical activity

    If interested, reply to this listing or directly connect with our Resident Services Coordinator:

    Location

    On-site

    Pavilions Grocery Store

    515 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
    Directions

    Start the Volunteer shift at a Pavilions to pick up food donations. Then drop it off to 1 of our local centers for food distribution.

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