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Published 3/19/26 12:49PM
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Food Pantry Volunteer

Broadway Community
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near New York, NY
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    • Details

    Start Date:
    March 19, 2026
    End Date:
    March 19, 2027
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    We welcome all volunteers, both one-time and regular.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    9999
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Hunger, Food Security, Mental Health
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Age Requirement:
    8+

    Description

    Food Pantry Volunteer

    Event Description

    Our pantry is stocked with a wide variety of dry and liquid non-perishable goods thanks to donations from many generous local community organizations, businesses, and individuals. Our food pantry serves hundreds of households each month.

    Volunteer Responsibilities

    • Stock our pantry shelves.
    • Receive pantry deliveries.
    • Distribute perishable and non-perishable goods to our neighbors experiencing hunger.
    • Socialize with Guests to create an atmosphere of welcome.

    Volunteer Competencies

    • Empathy, patience, and compassion.
    • The ability to stay calm in a fast-paced environment.
    • Being a team player.
    • The ability to lift 10 pounds.

    Private Group Details:

    • Group Size Range: 1 - 50+
    • Event can be held at organization location(s)
    • Donation Requested
    • Groups normally donate between $2,500 and $4,000 per day of service, but donations are not mandatory.

    Watch our video to learn more: 2024 Broadway Community Agency Video

    2 shifts available:

    • Every Thursday: 12:00 to 15:00 EST
    • Every Thursday: 15:00 to 18:00 EST

    Location

    On-site
    601 West 114th Street, Basement, New York, New York, US
    Basement

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