PPL Volunteer Position: Keystone Food Mobile Distribution Support

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. (PPL) is dedicated to serving individuals and families struggling with poverty, limited education, and other complex barriers to self-reliance. Over our 50+-year history as a nonprofit, we have developed a broad range of highly integrated programs that help participants build more stable lives.,Volunteer Position Keystone Food Mobile Distribution Support Location New Foundations – 1145 Westminster St., St. PaulSchedule Every 4th Monday of the monthVolunteer Shift 1 45 PM – 4 15 PM (Resident shopping from 2 00 PM – 4 00 PM)OverviewSupport residents at New Foundations during the Keystone Food Mobile distribution. This outdoor event helps provide fresh and shelf-stable food to community members in a welcoming and respectful environment.Important Notes This is an outdoor event—please dress appropriately for all weather conditions (rain, snow, or sunshine).Events may be canceled due to severe weather (thunder/lightning or temperatures below 10°F). Volunteers will typically be notified at least one day in advance.Service dates may occasionally shift due to holidays; your supervisor will communicate any changes.Volunteer ResponsibilitiesGreet residents in a friendly and welcoming mannerAssist with setting up tables and organizing food itemsHelp distribute food and guide residents on appropriate quantities per household (training provided)Support residents as they shop for their household needsAssist with clean-up, including packing up leftover food and folding tablesVolunteer QualificationsFriendly, welcoming, and non-judgmental attitudeWillingness to assist a diverse population of residentsExperience working with families from varied backgrounds or those who have experienced trauma is a plusPhysical RequirementsAbility to lift and carry 20–30 lbs.Comfortable with bending, standing, and being active throughout the shiftTraining Onsite training will be provided on your first dayVolunteers are asked to review the volunteer handbook in advance (including photo release and liability waiver)Additional DetailsTwo volunteers are needed per shift to support staffVolunteers must be 16+; teens 16+ may participate on a trial basis without a guardian present