Our Prepared and Perishable program coordinates volunteers that pick up surplus food from local restaurants and caterers, transporting it to feeding sites in Boise. These volunteers play a vital role in ensuring that the homeless and near-homeless individuals and families in Boise have access to a sufficient amount of nutritional food. The program assists families in staying together through one of the most stressful times they will ever face.

Chefs to the Rescue volunteers must have a valid driver's license. They must be 21 years of age or older. They must undergo a safe-food handling orientation and training, which the Foodbank provides. They must observe standards of confidentiality and sensitivity to the plight of those who are homeless. They must be able to lift 20 pounds. We are especially in need of volunteers who can work mornings on a regular basis - even just half an hour a week.

This opportunity is sponsored by: The Idaho Foodbank

Volunteers will work with the following groups

Abused / Battered Low-income / Poverty Adults (26-54) Older Adults (55+) Homeless

We need volunteers who are free at these times

Afternoons Weekdays Evenings Weekends Mornings Weekly

This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers

Adults (26-54) Individual Adults (55+) Young Adults (18-25)

This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests

Emergency Services Human Services Family Violence Hunger / Food Homelessness Poverty

We are looking for volunteers with the following skills

Advocacy Meal Preparation / Serving Errand Running / Shopping Public Relations / Outreach Food Preparation / Delivery Transportation

Contact Person:
Cindy Fenn, Coordinator Of Volunteer Services, (208) 336-9643, (email)

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Address:

3562 South TK Avenue Boise, ID 83705 (See a map)

Directions:

From eastbound I 84, exit at Broadway (exit 54) and turn left onto Broadway. Take the Federal Way cutoff/ramp, the first road off to the right. At the light, turn right onto Federal Way. Turn immediately right onto South TK Avenue (right in front of JoAnn's Fabrics). Proceed on South TK about 1/4 mile. The Foodbank is clearly marked and will be on your left.   Nearest Bus Stop: Broadway - Route 2, 1-2 minute walk

This opportunity can also be performed in these locations:
Web Site: http://www.idahofoodbank.org