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Published 1/20/26 3:13PM

Volunteer Opportunity - Serving Hot Meals Food Service - The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army of Summit County
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Akron, OH
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    just over an hour for a shift during per day.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Hunger, Food Security
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    enjoy helping others in the community

    Description

    Volunteer Opportunity - Serving Hot Meals Food Service - The Salvation Army

    If you’re looking for a simple and meaningful way to volunteer for just over an hour a day, serving hot meals at our local community centers may be the perfect opportunity for you.

    Volunteer Shifts:

    ⏰ Approximately 1 hour

    • 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM or
    • 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    • (Shift times vary by location)
    • Volunteers are asked to arrive 15 minutes early to meet the drivers and help with setup.

    What Volunteers Will Do:

    • Serve hot meals to community members
    • Complete quick and easy demographic tracking while meals are distributed

    Meals are served at:

    • Patterson Park Community Center
    • Kenmore Community Center
    • Summit Lake Community Center
    • Salvation Army Gymnasium on Maple Street

    If you’re unable to commit to a regular schedule, we also welcome volunteers who can serve as substitutes when needed.

    If you’re interested in helping our community in this unique and impactful way, please contact

    John Kasler

    The Salvation Army

    📱 Text: 330-958-2906

    or respond through this website.

    Location

    On-site
    Akron, OH, USA

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