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Distribute Food at the Elizabeth Peabody Food Pantry


During this volunteer opportunity, volunteers assist in facilitating the EPH Food Pantry's weekly distribution from approximately 5pm - 7:30pm every Wednesday. Volunteers are asked to arrive at the EPH Food Pantry (Grant Street entrance) between 4:30pm - 5pm to receive a short orientation from our food pantry coordinator prior to serving pantry clients.

All volunteers should dress appropriately for the weather as they will be in and outdoors when assisting clients with items; be sure to wear sneakers or work boots (no open-toed shoes or sandals, please). Volunteers should be able to comfortably lift at least 15 lbs. Please be sure to knock loudly on the door so that you will be let in promptly

This opportunity is open to Boston Cares members who have attended an orientation. 

Accessibility: Various bus lines (88, 89, 90, 101, and more) closest T-stop is Sullivan Square (Orange line) metered parking is available.

 
About the Elizabeth Peabody Food Pantry:
The EPH Food Pantry provides emergency food services on a weekly basis to individuals who reside in Somerville.  Utilizing a volunteer-to-client "shopping" system, our pantry allows clients to choose their own items from our available selection of fresh and shelf-stable foods.  
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Hunger & Homelessness
Low-income Communities

Age Minimum (with Adult): 15+, Minimum Age:15+

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