*Please identify your interest in the comments ("only packing," "only driving," or "both") as you complete the sign-up process. It is important for our process to identify if you are driving in the comments section.
On the third Saturday of every month, we host our Satur-Day of Caring, where volunteers pack groceries and deliver them to people who are unable to leave their homes. There are two aspects of this opportunity; you can do either packing or deliveries, or both.
Delivery Drivers: AS OF NOW WE NEED 60 DRIVERS EVERY MONTH. Drivers are asked to arrive between 9:30 am and 10:00 am. We suggest having two people per car. You will join the line of cars. When you pull up to the group of volunteers, open your trunk and unlock your doors so they can quickly get your vehicle packed. A staff member will then hand you a sheet of paper that lists the names, addresses, and phone numbers of the people you are delivering to. We use software that selects the most efficient route, so follow the order of the paper. Routes typically range from 6-8 stops. When you arrive at a house, ring the doorbell or knock on the door, put the groceries near the front door, and head back to your car. You could also call each person when you start your route to let them know that you'll be there soon. Some people may request assistance bringing in the groceries. Some people receive extra items; these will come in large brown paper bags, and you will be notified before you leave the Volunteer Center. Your list of names will include any special items that need to be dropped off in addition to the groceries.
Packing Groceries: WE DO NOT HAVE A LIMIT FOR PACKERS. IF YOU ARE PACKING PARK AT LEE EYE CARE. IT IS NEXT DOOR TO US – 8135 MARKET STREET. IT IS VITAL YOU PARK HERE. OUR PARKING LOT WILL BE USED FOR DRIVERS. THERE IS A SIDEWALK FROM LEE EYE CARE TO OUR PARKING LOT. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO CROSS THE ROAD. IT IS ON THE SAME SIDE AS OUR BUILDING. There is a #1 Cochran Helping Hands on the side of the building. But you can’t miss us. We ask that volunteers who pack groceries arrive at the Volunteer Resource Center located at 8133 Market Street Youngstown OH 44512 at 8:00 am. We will begin unloading the grocery trucks. Staff from United Way will explain the packaging process. This part usually lasts 1 hour, depending on the number of volunteers. If you are packaging and driving, a staff person will tell you when to pull your car up.
When you complete your route, you are free to go home.
This project is being supported, in whole or in part, by funds awarded to the Board of Mahoning County Commissioners under Assistance Listing No. 21.027 by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
