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Opportunity Details

Food Pantry Volunteer

Volunteers in Family Support Services assist staff with food and donation programs by putting together food bags and assisting participants when they come to pick-up groceries. 

No previous experience required. Bilingual Spanish-speakers are strongly encouraged to participate!
Requirements

  • Be able to lift 20 pounds 

  • Be 18 years or older

  • Volunteer in person at our facility in downtown Santa Cruz

  • Have not received domestic violence services as a participant with Walnut Avenue for a minimum of two years

  • Attend a Walnut Avenue volunteer orientation

  • Pass a fingerprinting/criminal background check

Time Commitment

  • Volunteers are needed on Thursdays and Fridays. Morining shift is 9am - 1pm and afternoon shift is 2pm - 5pm. 

Associated Costs

  • Standard criminal background check: $45

If cost is a barrier for you, please contact the community engagement coordinator to discuss your options without judgment at info@wafwc.org

Family Services, Hunger & Homelessness
Families
Caring for People,Collecting, Sorting & Packaging,Food Preparation & Meal Services

Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+

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Volunteers needed through 12/1/2025
Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Marjorie Coffey

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Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Phone: 831-427-5070
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