About 1,500 households visit the Polack Food Bank each month. The Food Bank operates a consumer-choice model where clients choose products according to their personal needs and preferences. Our goal is to provide people the food and toiletries they need with the dignity they deserve.
One way the Food Bank receives fresh produce is by growing fresh fruit, vegetables and herbs in the JFS Giving Garden located across the street from the Seattle campus.
Shifts:
- Varied. Once a volunteer is vetted, they will have access to the schedule calendar and can self-select their shift(s) and task(s). Shifts will be offered on both the weekdays and weekends.
Responsibilities:
- Tasks could include:
- Watering
- Weeding
- Harvest produce and take to the Food Bank
- General site maintenance
Requirements:
- Age 18 or older, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Reliability and punctuality.
- Ability to lift 25 pounds.
- Work in varying weather conditions, including hot temperatures and rain.
- Work cooperatively with JFS staff and volunteers.
- Successful completion of JFS liability form.
