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Food insecurity is a lack of consistent access to enough food for every person in a household to live an active, healthy life. This can be a temporary situation for a household or can last a long time. Food insecurity is one way we can measure how many people cannot afford food. Iris House combats hunger by distributing fresh fruits and vegetables to community members. Volunteers will help maintain the line, pass out food, maintain our outreach table, and help with setting up as well as cleaning up.

Need-To-Know:

• Volunteers will receive a brief orientation upon arrival.

• Volunteers should dress in clothes in which they feel comfortable working.

• Flexibility is a plus as tasks may change based on necessity.

• Ability to lift and move potentially heavy boxes (20-40 lbs) of food donations.
   

Orientation Video: Are you new to Jersey Cares? Watch our brief orientation video to learn more about who we are, what we do and how to sign-up for a project.

FAQ’s: For answers to our frequently asked questions, please visit the Help section of our website.

Waivers: All projects have non-negotiable age restrictions that are noted on the upper right side of each project description. If you meet the age restriction but are under 18, please have a parent or legal guardian complete the required youth waiver and bring with you to the project. Adults attending the project can expedite the registration process by printing the adult waiver in advance, sign and bring with you.