Summer Meals Program was established by USDA to ensure that children continue to receive nutritious meals when school is not in session. The Inter-Faith Food Shuttle, in partnership with community organizations, will be providing healthy summer meals to children and teens while school is not in session Monday through Friday, July 6 to August 7, 2020.
Volunteer Position:
We are seeking volunteer drivers to provide a “NO-CONTACT” delivery of freshly prepared meals to summer feeding sites in Raleigh. Using their own personal vehicles, volunteer drivers will report to the Food Shuttle location (1001 Blair Drive, Ste. 120, Raleigh, NC 27603) to pick up meals in food carriers, receive their route, and deliver meals to children and teens at designated sites. Most sites are located 15 minutes or less from our main location. Shift times are from 10:30am -12:30pm.
Instructions for Summer Meals Deliveries:
- All volunteers must complete an online summer meals training 24 hours before their first meal delivery. Training documents will be provided upon registration.
- Upon arrival at the Food Shuttle for meal delivery, all volunteer drivers are required to have their temperature checked. In addition, all volunteers must sanitize or wash their hands with soap for at least 20 seconds before putting on gloves and a face mask.
- Meal containers and all other documents needed will be bought to your vehicle.
- Volunteer Drivers are required to participate in a “no-contact” delivery. Proper social distance must always be maintained at delivery sites.
- Drivers will return empty food carriers to the Food Shuttle at the end of route.
Qualifications:
- Must be 18+
- Complete a criminal background check. An invitation will be sent upon registration.
- Must be able to lift to 25 pounds
- Must wear closed-toe shoes. We encourage you to wear comfortable clothes and bring layers.
- Must be able to drive own personal vehicle to fulfill this volunteer role.
- Must have a valid driver's license upon arrival.
- Must review and sign Food Shuttle safety protocol and waiver.
- Must be able to commit for the entire 2 hours. *Recommended to commit to 2-3 shifts per week.
To learn more about summer meals deliveries, please contact Chasity Newkirk, Senior Nutrition Programs Manager via email at chasity@foodshuttle.org or call 919-390-1976. Thank you for supporting the Food Shuttle through our volunteer opportunities. Together, we can make a difference!!!
