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Every role here is a volunteer

From the board president to the Friday morning bread pickup — it's all people who care about their neighbors. We'd love your help.

How volunteering works

Signing up is easy. Here's the process from start to first shift:

1

Fill out an application

Complete our volunteer application — available online as a Google Form or a downloadable PDF.

2

Attend orientation

All new volunteers attend a short orientation session. We'll walk you through the pantry, the procedures, and your role.

3

Pick your schedule

Choose shifts that fit your life — morning, evening, weekly, or occasional. The volunteer coordinator will work with you.

Apply Online (Google Form) Download PDF Application
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Requirements

  • All volunteers must attend orientation
  • Age 16+ can volunteer without a parent
  • Age 15 and under must have a parent present
  • Must be 21+ to work at the front desk or office
  • Youth groups need at least 2 adult supervisors
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Good to know

  • We do not accept court-ordered community service volunteers
  • Youth Aid Panel referrals are welcome (email us first)
  • Current clients cannot volunteer — see our policy for details
  • If a volunteer needs food, contact the board to discuss options

Ways to get involved

There's a role for every schedule and skill set. Here are some of the ways volunteers keep the pantry running:

Shift Volunteer

Serve clients, stock shelves, receive donations during open hours

Front Desk

Greet and sign in clients, complete paperwork (must be 21+)

Grocery Pickup Driver

Scheduled pickups from Giant, Walmart, Target — weekly commitment

Freezer Crew

Restock serving freezers, sort and label meat deliveries

Bag Packing

Pack client bags by family size ahead of open shifts — flexible hours

Food Drive Help

Pick up donations from schools and post offices, sort and shelve

Morning Bread Pickup

Regular morning runs to Target, Walmart, Giant for donated bread

Office Support

Data entry, phone messages, reports, forms — must be 21+

Restock & Organize

Organize storage and shopping shelves — Tue/Wed/Thu, 9:30–11:30 AM

Shift Supervisor

Open and close pantry, assign duties, guide volunteers, make decisions

Facebook & Communications

Post updates, coordinate with newspapers and community groups

Snow & Ice Removal

Keep the front and back clear for client and volunteer safety

Have a specific skill or limited time? We also need help with newsletters, special events, and our last-minute call list. Apply and let us know what works for you.
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Group volunteering

Churches, scout troops, school clubs, and corporate teams are welcome. Groups currently supporting the pantry include Rotary Club, Moms & Muscles, Grace Bible Fellowship, Triple C Nursery, and East Swamp Life Group.

Groups can help with financial donations, gift cards, food drives, or regular shift coverage. Email us at quakertownfoodpantry@gmail.com to set up your group.

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