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Published 1/28/26 11:17AM

Meals on Heels Volunteer

Chinese American Planning Council, Inc
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near New York, NY
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    This volunteer opportunity requires a commitment of at least six months, with recurring availability on the same day(s) each week (for example, every Monday and Tuesday).
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Hunger, Food Security
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Volunteers must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

    Description

    Throughout the year, the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) prepares and delivers meals to homebound members of our community. Volunteers pick up meals from CPC’s Open Door Older Adult Center, located at 168 Grand Street, and deliver them on foot to homebound community members in the surrounding neighborhood. Volunteers are expected to deliver meals at least once a week during weekday afternoons and commit to a minimum six-month volunteer term.

    Location

    On-site
    New York, NY, USA

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    All volunteers must apply to become a CPC volunteer and attend an orientation before volunteering. Orientations are offered monthly; if you are unable to attend, you may contact us to schedule a time to speak. Volunteer opportunities are shared via email with all volunteers who have completed the orientation.

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