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Published 2/27/26 4:21PM

Food Pantry Distribution

GMHC (Gay Men's Health Crisis)
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
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Hunger, Food Security, Mental Health
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    GMHC needs volunteer support in our Food Pantry Distribution Program. Please review the details below and let me know if you are interested.

    This volunteer role will mostly help pack bags for clients who come to the food pantry. Additionally, the volunteer will help with breaking down boxes, bringing inventory from the storage room to the pantry room, and other general support for the food pantry.

    • Weekly or Every Other Week on Tuesday or Thursday - We need 1 volunteer for each day.
    • 11:00am-2:00pm
    • 3-4-month minimum commitment.

    Prior to being confirmed, the following steps will need to be completed:

    • Attend a zoom GMHC volunteer orientation.
    • Complete the volunteer application and pledge of confidentiality.
    • Complete a background check. This does require providing your SSN to the online background check system.

    All positions will take place onsite at 307 West 38th Street between 8th and 9th Avenue.

    This opportunity is for folks 18+ years old.

    Location

    On-site
    GMHC (Gay Men's Health Crisis), 307 West 38th Street, New York, New York, US
    307 West 38th Street

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    For more information, contact ShelleyL@gmhc.org

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