Organization
Food Bank of Iowa

Senior Food Box Delivery Volunteers Needed!

Duration
Recruiting now
Location
Ottumwa, IA

Opportunity Details

Ongoing

In-Person

Recruiting now

Ottumwa, IA 52501

About this Opportunity

The Wapello County Senior Box Program needs volunteers to drive and assist in the delivery of food boxes to senior citizens in Wapello County. This volunteer position would be one day a month. If youre interested, please contact Staci Lee at 641-682-3403 or [email protected].

Key Responsibilities:

  • Safely and responsibly operate refrigerated van and deliver Senior Boxes across Wapello County
  • Assist in loading and unloading food boxes in the van

Qualifications:

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Must be able to stand, move, bend, and lift 30 lbs
  • Must have a valid drivers license and clean driving record
  • Must pass a background check
  • Comfortable interacting with strangers
  • Able to commit to Food Bank of Iowas mission, vision, and values

Commitment:

  • One shift each month
  • Volunteer opportunities will last 2 to 3 hours at a time
  • Coverage needs will vary depending on opportunities
  • There are two shifts for this position:
    • 8:30am 10:30am
    • 11am 2pm

Attire:

  • Closed toed shoes are required, no exceptions
  • Appropriate casual attire is acceptable for this role. Dress comfortably and take into consideration the weather each day

Transportation:

  • Must have your own transportation to get to Food Bank of Iowa

Age Requirement:

  • Minimum 18 years of age.

Support/Training:

  • Instructions will be provided before your first shift. Addresses of the locations will be provided, along with a map and volunteers will follow the same route for each shift.

Features

  • Involves Physical Labor

Skills/Interests

  • Skilled Labor

Issue area

  • Community Strengthening