Volunteer

The work that Shalom Center does in the community is only possible due to the support of people in our community volunteering their time, talent, and skills.

In order to volunteer, we want to get to know you. We ask that you fill out our simple Volunteer Application which helps us better understand what you are looking to do. Some of the most common questions can be found on our Frequently Asked Questions below. We thank you for thinking of us!

Volunteer Application

Frequently Asked Questions

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Volunteer Opportunities

Food Pantry

Processing grocery orders.
Load carts to be distributed into clients’ cars.
Stocking, sorting, checking expiration dates, and shelving food donations.
Help unload produce, goods, and food.

Availability: Monday–Fridays, 8:30am–3:30pm.

Special Note: This opportunity involves standing, bending, and lifting (between 5-50 pounds).

Soup Kitchen

For the most part, our Soup Kitchen is scheduled out at least one year in advanced. There are occasions that some dates are open. If your group would like to serve on an open date (or numerous dates), please email our Volunteer Department so that we can get your group scheduled. Please include your name, group’s name, the amount of people in your group, and your group’s availability.

Box Build Volunteers

We are currently looking for groups to help build boxes which are distributed to families and individuals in need across our community. Note: Normally scheduled on Thursdays.

Building/Office Volunteers

Light janitorial work
Help in warehouse
Light admin work (filing, making phone calls,
manage recurring reports, learning systems).

Landscape/Property Volunteers

Clean-up property and parking lots
Wash outside windows
Plant Flowers, Water Flowers, Trim bushes
Sweep around entrance way

Event Volunteers

We are looking to build a community of volunteers interested in helping organize, participate, and manage the variety of events supporting the Shalom Center’s efforts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old do I have to be to volunteer?

In order to volunteer by yourself, you must be 16 or older. However volunteers between 12-16 may volunteer when accompanied by their parent, guardian, or teacher.

In our Soup Kitchen, volunteers must be older than 16 in order to work in the actual kitchen. However, there are numerous other tasks throughout the meal service that younger volunteers can do.

For groups of school children or youth-age clubs/organizations, please contact the Volunteer Department to arrange an opportunity.

How quickly can I start?

We ask that you fill out this very brief volunteer interest form so that we are connecting you with an opportunity that fits your interests and our needs. Once you fill that out, someone from our Volunteer Department will contact you to provide more information on your volunteer opportunities.

If you are volunteering with a program or under a court-ordered requirement, there may be additional time required to ensure the proper forms are filled out and agreements coordinated.