FFO Main Office/Warehouse
The Farm Stand provides fresh produce collected from local Farmers' Markets to My Market clients. The stand is located at FFO's Main Warehouse in the grassy area across from My Market. As a Produce Stand Volunteer, you will help distribute the produce and with set up and breakdown of the produce stand tent and table. Please Note: This is a client engagement opportunity role that involves conversing with the clients while managing the distribution of produce. Please Also Note: This role is outdoors so please dress accordingly--bug spray, sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses are all highly recommended! Closed-toe shoes are required. Based on community demand, the produce stand may occasionally end before the posted end of the day. Volunteers are expected to be available for the entire duration of their registered shift(s). Farm Stand Volunteer Requirements: - Every volunteer must register individually and pre-register online - no walk-ins permitted - Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age - Must be able to lift at least 30 lbs, and on occasion, up to 50 lbs with assistance (if needed) - All volunteers must wear close-toed shoes - If you are working more than one shift, you can bring your own food and take a break in between shifts (Volunteers are not permitted to eat FFO's food) - Headphones are not permitted for safety reasons and cell phone use must be limited - Bilingual language skills (Spanish, Arabic, Farsi) appreciated, but not required
Please email volunteer@foodforothers.org for additional information.
We rely heavily on our volunteers to run our operation and serve our community. However, we understand emergencies and last-minute changes do occur. If it is within 48 hours and you cannot make your shift, please email volunteer@foodforothers.org or call 703-207-9173.
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