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Let’s lend a hand in feeding Louisiana and help our Hurricane Laura victims⚜️

Each year, Second Harvest distributes 34 million meals throughout the 23 parishes of south Louisiana. Volunteers are essential to Second Harvest Food Bank. Last year, more than 19,000 volunteers assist with a variety of projects, including food sorting and packing.

Food sorting and packing duties include sorting and repacking donated food and grocery items. Volunteers help to sort through salvage groceries to ensure quality control. Volunteers also work in the warehouse re-pack room to separate food into specific categories and repack food into boxes that go out for distribution to member agencies.

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• Our facility is located at 700 Edwards Ave, New Orleans, LA 70123. Parking is available directly in front of the building or on the left side of the building on G Street.

• You can enter the building through the door that is marked "Volunteer Entrance" on the right side of the building.

• Volunteer jobs are based on our current needs in and around the warehouse. Your assignment will be explained in further detail upon arrival.

• FACE MASKS ARE MANDATORY!

• YOU MUST WEAR CLOSED TOE SHOES! Any volunteers wearing sandals, flip flops, or Crocs will not be permitted to work the shift.

• Cold water is available for all volunteers.

• Volunteers must be at least 9 years old to participate.

• All youth volunteers between the ages 9 and 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

• Second Harvest is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items - please lock valuables in your car.

• If you need a letter or record for service hours, please notify the Community Outreach Coordinator upon your arrival.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Prevention
Help prevent the spread of respiratory illness, including COVID-19 by doing the following:

• Wash hands with soap and water often. Use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
• Stay at home if you feel sick to prevent the spread of germs.
• Cover your cough and sneezes with your elbow to prevent the spread of germs.
  If you have any questions prior to your shift, please contact Michelle Rosamond at mrosamond@secondharvest.org or 504-729-2849.
  We are looking forward to working with you! Thank you for helping us to end hunger in south Louisiana!

Volunteers work in the warehouse re-pack room to separate donated food into specific categories and repack food into boxes that go out for distribution to member agencies.
Specific assignments and projects will vary slightly based on operational needs. Your job assignment will be explained in further detail upon your arrival.
Please take note of the following requirements:

• Food Sorting volunteers must be at least 9 years old.
• Youth volunteers between the ages 9 and 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
• This shift may take place in Second Harvest's 55 degree cooler. Long pants and layers are recommended!
• Closed toe shoes are required! Any volunteers that are wearing flip flops, sandals, or Crocs will not be permitted to work.
• Volunteers should be able to be on their feet for at least 2 hours at a time.
• Tasks include lifting, pushing, and pulling boxes of up to 30 pounds.

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