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Published 9/15/25 7:32PM
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Group Volunteers- Food Pantry (El Cajon)

The Salvation Army San Diego Regional Office
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near El Cajon, CA
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Commitment Details:
    You can sign up for one day or multiple months. The opportunity happens every third Wednesday of the month from 8:30am to Noon
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    20
    Cause Areas:
    Hunger, Food Security
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Private Corporate Groups
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Must be at least 18 years old. Any other questions contact Adriana Thiele at (619)446-0239 or e-mail adriana.thiele@usw.salvationarmy.org

    Description

    Group Volunteers- Food Pantry (El Cajon)

    Join Our Food Pantry Volunteer Team!

    Are you ready to make a difference in your community? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us sort and distribute food to those in need. Your efforts will bring smiles and hope to many!

    What You’ll Do:

    • Sort and Pack: Organize canned goods and non-perishable items in our food pantry.
    • Distribute Joy: Assist in handing out food boxes or bags to our community members.
    • Recycle and Refresh: Disassemble boxes, discard expired food and help keep our pantry clean and stocked for the next service day.
    • Be A Shopping Buddy: Receive a shopping list and help gather items from the pantry, ensuring our clients get exactly what they need.

    Qualifications:

    • Heart for Service: Must be able to work with the public and have a passion for helping homeless and low-income individuals.
    • Strength and Stamina: Able to lift and carry a 20 pound food bag and stand for most of the shift.
    • Bilingual Bonus: (English and Arabic/Farsi/Chaldean) speakers are preferred, but not required.

    We are NOT accepting court-ordered volunteers for this opportunity.

    Shift Days: The Third Wednesday of every month

    Shift Times: 8:30 am to Noon

    To sign up your group: please e-mail adriana.thiele@usw.salvationarmy.org

    1 shift available:

    • 08:30 to 12:00 PST

    Location

    On-site

    East County Red Shield

    1025 East Main Street, El Cajon, California, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Please e-mail Adriana Thiele for more information on how to sign up.

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