Question 1

I have food to donate, where do I drop it off?"

Accepted Answer

Our door facing Water Street is unlocked from 9 am until 9 pm. Inside the door is a refrigerator and shelves for your donation. We appreciate all donations.

Question 2

How do I volunteer?

Accepted Answer

We would love to have you join our amazing group of volunteers. Please contact us by completing this form.(undefined) You can serve one night or volunteer a group to help the first Tuesday of each month, for example.

Question 3

Can I just show up and volunteer?

Accepted Answer

We appreciate your enthusiasm, but we do schedule all our volunteers. We will let you know what nights we need help and give you a few options to help serve.

Question 4

What do volunteers do?

Accepted Answer

Our volunteers help serve guests and clean the kitchen after each meal. After serving dinner the floors are swept, tables cleaned, dishes cleaned and we get the dining room ready for the next day's meal.

Question 5

Can I help cook food?

Accepted Answer

If you have a special talent and would like to help in the kitchen please let us know. But typically, the meals are prepared and ready to serve when you arrive at 4:45.

Question 6

What time should I be there?

Accepted Answer

We begin serving at 4:30 pm so please arrive at 4:15 pm. We are typically done cleaning no later than 6:00 pm.

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