Volunteering
Serving others can be one of life’s most fulfilling pursuits. Our volunteers are at the heart of all we do!
Collectively our volunteers average over 345 hours of service each month. Volunteers are able to decide where they would like to contribute or they are able to experience each volunteer opportunity and then decide where they would be most comfortable.
In Our Pantry, we rely on our volunteers to help us:
- Shop, load, transport and unload our food each week
- Stock and restock our shelves
- Ensure Board of Health standards are met/exceeded
- Assist our clients and ensure each is made to feel welcome
In Our Clothing Closet, we rely on our volunteers to help us:
- Process, organize and hang donations
- Maintain an orderly and attractive shopping area
- Assist our clients and ensure each is made to feel welcome
In Our Garden, we rely on our volunteers to help us:
- Prepare the soil as seasonally directed
- Plant, water, weed and harvest
- Maintain an orderly and attractive garden area
- Support seminars on growing, nutrition, plant uses, etc.
All of our volunteers are asked to read, understand and then sign our volunteer agreement. This form will be updated and resigned on a yearly basis.
Volunteer Coordinator: Kendra Trauth, kendra@nederlandfoodpantry.org
Clothing Closet Coordinator: Annette Treufeldt-Franck, annette@nederlandfoodpantry.org
Community Garden Manager: Kendra Trauth, kendra@nederlandfoodpantry.org
Community Service Opportunities:
The Pantry, Clothing Closet and our Gardens all welcome schools, scout troops, churches and other organizations wanting to serve their community by helping with a wide array of projects.
Mandated Community Service:
We offer the opportunity for our residents to complete their mandated Community Service hours (non-violent offenses only) working with the Pantry. Email: Kendra Trauth for information
“I am always surprised that you seem to have something that is a favorite for each of my kids – it makes things so much easier for me and for them. Thanks!”
If Everyone Gives A Little – Everyone Can Thrive!
Our Mission and Goal:
Our mission is to relieve hunger and provide basic needs support to the Peak-to-Peak Community in a respective and compassionate manner.
Our goal is to continue to focus on building collaborations and partnerships to ensure our clients and our community continue to receive needed services.
Churches:
• Nederland Community Presbyterian
• St. Rita’s Catholic
• Calvary Chapel
Organizations:
• Town of Nederland
• Lion’s Club
• Peak to Peak Health and Human Services Alliance
• Teen’s Inc.