Local Food Bank Seeks Volunteers

Food-PATCH (Food People Allied to Combat Hunger), the Westchester County Food Bank is seeking community volunteers in the following areas;

Warehouse: Monday to Friday from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM or Saturdays (once a month) from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

• Repacker/sorters of food for distribution (upcoming on 09/03, 10/01, 11/05 & 12/03/05). Repacking involves sorting cans/packages according to categories for distribution to our member agencies. It can also include packing dry ingredients like pasta or rice from large containers to smaller packages.
• Warehouse Assistants

Office Administration: Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

• Order Takers
• Secretarial/Office Assistant
• Direct Mailers

Other:

• Hosts - Help is needed with Food-PATCH gala benefits, health fairs, gift wrapping booths, food drives and “Check Out Hunger” fundraisers
• Professional Services - Professional help is also appreciated from those with experience in the legal, accounting, public relations, photography and gardening fields

For further information on how you or your group can help, please contact us:

Food-PATCH, 358 Saw Mill River Road (Rt. 100), Millwood, New York 10549, 914-923-1100, fpvolunteer AT advinc DOT com

Note: All groups must call the Volunteer Coordinator to schedule a Repack date. No-open toe shoes are permitted in the warehouse for safety reasons please.

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