Food Rescue Hero -Pick up Food donations and deliver to non-profit agencies

Volunteer Position: Food Rescue Hero

Overview:

Food Rescue Heroes are the heart of REsq2Fed’s mission, ensuring surplus food reaches those who need it most. Using our mobile app, volunteers pick up food donations from grocery stores, restaurants, and other partners and deliver them to local hunger relief organizations. This role is flexible, impactful, and essential in fighting food waste and hunger in Oneida County.

Responsibilities:

• Use the REsq2Fed mobile app to receive real-time notifications about available food rescues.
• Claim or adopt food rescues that fit your schedule.
• Pick up surplus food from donor businesses at the scheduled time.
• Transport and deliver the food to designated nonprofit partners.
• Follow basic food safety and handling guidelines (provided during onboarding).
• Communicate any issues or updates via the app.

Why Volunteer?

• Flexible Scheduling: Choose when and how often you participate—perfect for busy individuals, families, or groups.
• Make an Immediate Impact: Each rescue helps reduce food waste and provides meals to those in need.
• Simple & Rewarding: No special skills required—just a car, a phone, and a willingness to help!
• Environmental Benefits: Reduce landfill waste and lower carbon emissions by redirecting good food to people instead of trash.

Requirements:

• Must be 18+ years old (or accompanied by a guardian).
• Reliable transportation (car, bike, or other means to carry food safely).
• Smartphone with the REsq2Fed app installed.
• Ability to lift moderate-weight food donations (varies by rescue).