2026 CCCS Kennedy Center Food Pantry

Who We Are
The Kennedy Center Food Pantry is part of the Feeding Our Neighbors program at Catholic Charities Community Services. We are committed to addressing food insecurity by providing nutritious food in a dignified and respectful environment. Our pantry operates using a client-choice model, allowing individuals and families to select the food items that best meet their needs.

We serve a diverse community of individuals and families each week and strive to create a welcoming, culturally responsive space. In addition to food distribution, we connect pantry neighbors to supportive services such as SNAP enrollment and community resources.

Volunteers play a vital role in helping us maintain an organized, efficient, and compassionate distribution process while upholding the dignity of all those we serve.

Volunteer Responsibilities

• Set up and organize food on shelves, keeping things neat throughout distribution period
• Support a client-choice model be guiding clients and maintaining flow during distribution
• Provide respectful assistance to pantry neighbors
• Support with cleanup and breakdown after distribution is completed 

Qualifications & Skills

• Reliable, respectful, and compassionate
• Friendly team player who follows directions
• Good communication skills; comfortable with diverse populations
• Able to stand for periods and lift 10–20 lbs
• Bilingual (English/Spanish/Mandarin) a plus!

Wednesday, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Location
Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Center
34 West 134th Street
New York, NY 10037

Point of Contact
Carmen Reyes, CCCS Program Manager