Volunteer Opportunities
It's clear the benefits of volunteering are huge - improved physical and mental health, new friendships, reduces stress and creates a sense of purpose and deeper self-confidence.
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We know you have a busy life, but your help is so important to our Pantry, and it doesn't have to be a big commitment! We have opportunities for 1 hour or up to 4 hours. You choose!
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We are a non-profit, working with very limited funds and subsist entirely on volunteers for support in day-to-day operations.
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“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller
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Onsite Manager
Time Involvement: 3 hours
This is the "key" person in charge. They hold the key and open the pantry on distribution day, manages the day's operations, volunteers (handing out assignments), and pantry client shopping. At end of day, they clean up and close up, lock all doors and set the alarm (if necessary).​ We have 2-3 management opportunities/shifts. There is some training involved but you can do it!​
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Time Involvement
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3 hours any one of three distribution days, or all three!
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Days/Times:
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Tuesday & Thursdays
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7am - 8am
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5pm - 6:30pm
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6:30pm - 8pm
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Sundays
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7am - 9:30am​
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9:30am - 12noon
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Hannaford Donation Pickup
Time involvement: 1 hour
Picking up donations from Hannaford on one or more days per week.​
Volunteers meet at Hannaford at opening (7am) to gather donated goods to include produce, deli, baked goods, bread and meats. Donated items then need to be brought to pantry to be sorted, packed and put away.
Time Involvement:
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Hannaford Lunenburg time commitment 1 hour
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​Days: Tuesday, Thursday or Sunday
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Time : 7am - 8am
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Hannaford Shopper
Time Involvement: 1 hour
Shoppers will be given a pre-filled list of items (typically fresh produce and dairy items) needed for our distribution customers that day. You will also be given a Pantry debit card for payment. Items to be brought back to pantry and put away.
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Time Involvement​
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1 hour any one of three distribution days.
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Days/Times:
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Tuesday 7:00am
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Thursday 7:00am
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Sunday 7:00am
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Client Associate
Time involvement: 2 hours
Each volunteer will assist clients in feeling welcome and supported while they "shop" for food. They will also help carry groceries to customers' cars and perform other general duties as needed.​
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Time Involvement
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2 hours any one of three distribution days, or all three!
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Days/Times:
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Tuesday 5pm - 7pm
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Thursday 5pm - 7pm
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Sunday 8:15am - 10:30am
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No experience necessary. We will train you!
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Walk-In Pantry Associate
Time Involvement: 2 hours
Manage and keep count of walk-in visitors. Wipe surfaces, sweep and wash floors. At end of walk-in pack up, take trash out. Other general duties as needed.
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Time Involvement
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1.5 hours any one of three distribution days, or all three!
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Days/Times:
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Tuesday 6:30pm - 8pm
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Thursday 6:30pm - 8pm
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Sunday 10:30am - 12pm
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No experience necessary. We will train you!
PrePack Delivery Volunteer
Time involvement: 1 hour
Prepacked Delivery
Pick up prepacked groceries and deliver to either LAAC, Senior Housing and/or shut-in delivery customer. ​
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Time Involvement​
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30 mins - 45 mins
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Sunday: 9:30am - 10:30am
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Tuesday & Thursday: 7am - 8am
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Must have car for delivery
Worcester County Food Bank Shopper
Time Involvement: 3 - 3.5 hours
These volunteers would assist with food pickup at Worcester County Food Bank. Gas will be reimbursed. We will train you! Involves shopping at WCFB, loading truck and unloading at Pantry. Requires training by WCFB to shop.​
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Time Involvement​
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Hours: 3.5 hours
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Friday Mornings
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Appointment time: 8am at WCFB
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Truck/trailer may be necessary or carpool
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Please know volunteering can be occasional, it does not have to be every week!!
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Social Media Guru
Time Involvement: TBD
This person be responsible for posting all volunteer needs, food drives, special events and update website. Must have knowledge and creativity in posting to social media.
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Time Involvement
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Hours to be determined
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Days:
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days and times to be determined
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Please contact Nancy at lunfoodpantry@gmail.com if interested in volunteering.
Donation Appreciation Manager
Time Involvement: TBD
This person is responsible for writing Thank You notes to all donors on a regular basis.
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Time Involvement​
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Hours TBD
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Days/times TBD
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Must have car
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Please contact Nancy at lunfoodpantry@gmail.com if interested in volunteering. Please know volunteering can be occasional, it does not have to be every week!!
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