Make a difference for hungry families in your community

Hello!

Thank you for volunteering with Metro Caring. We are very appreciative of the generous donation of our volunteers' time. Because of you, Metro Caring is able to distribute 2 million pounds of nutritious food to hungry families and individuals while also providing education and tools to help them improve their health and self-sufficiency.  Thank you! Reminder that we currently are able to host groups of 10 or fewer and require volunteers to be 14 years or older unless arrangements have already been made with Metro Caring. This allows us to ensure all of our volunteers have a safe and dignified experience.

Below are details about your time with Metro Caring. I hope that you find this information helpful, but if you have any questions please feel free to contact me directly.

Hours: Our volunteer shifts are Monday-Friday in the morning (9:00a-12:30p) and afternoon (12:00-3:30p). Also, if your group has a specific time that would work best for them, at times we can be flexible. Please plan to arrive 10 minutes early to fill out waivers and get nametags.

Volunteer Positions: Volunteer job types are listed below. 

o    Sorter (highest need):  Our warehouse area is where food and other items are processed from donation deliveries. Volunteers will help inspect, clean, sort and box these items. This area requires an attention to detail. It is a low-impact/physical area, though it does require standing for the shift. Great area for both individuals and groups who want to work together! 

o    Market help (occasional need): Our market area is where participants shop for their groceries. Volunteers here will help ensure our shelves are stocked and that our participants have help getting their average cart weight of 80 lbs out to their car or packed up for their travels homes.  

Dress: Please dress modestly and in closed-toe shoes or clothing appropriate for a warehouse setting, including shirts with sleeves (short or long) and sneakers or work boots.

Location: Our building is located at 1100 East 18th Ave. Denver, CO 80218.

Parking:  We provide directions for off-site parking a few blocks away so we can save our parking spots for our participants, if group members are able and willing. If not, you may park behind Metro Caring.

Entrance: Please enter through the Volunteer and Donation door located on the Southeast side of the building (close to the parking lot). Come into the warehouse on your left and up the stairs on the right. We will meet at the table at the end of the hallway to sign waivers and make nametags before taking a tour of Metro Caring and volunteering.

Lunch: If you will be joining us for a full day of volunteering, please plan to take lunch from 12:15-12:45pm. You are most welcome to enjoy lunch in our Volunteer Center or at a neighborhood eatery. We also recommend that you bring a water bottle.

Donations: Lastly, many groups ask about donations. We are always happy to have peanut butter donated.  It is a staple in many households as a great source of protein and lunches for kids.

Please contact Maryana Sawaged with any questions. | msawaged@metrocaring.org  or 720-343-8453