Opportunity Details
Emergency Response: Donation Sorting and Prep
Opportunity Description:
Join us in supporting individuals and families impacted by the recent fires that have affected many of the homeless shelters we operate. As part of our emergency response efforts, we need volunteers to help sort, organize, prepare, and deliver essential donations for distribution to those in need. Your efforts will ensure that clothing, hygiene products, and other critical supplies are ready to be delivered to shelters and directly to impacted individuals.
Available Tasks:
- Sort incoming donations, including clothing, toiletries, and household supplies.
- Organize items into categories and prepare them for easy distribution.
- Assist with quality checks to ensure items are in good condition.
- Help pack emergency kits for immediate delivery to shelters and affected families.
- Deliver items to the shelters and apartments we operate. Our staff will be there to receive you.
What to Expect:
- Light to moderate physical activity, including standing, lifting, and organizing items.
- Onsite staff guidance to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
- If you have the ability to volunteer to drive, you will need to bring your own vehicle.
- A chance to directly contribute to supporting individuals recovering from the fires.
Requirements:
- Must be at least 14 years old. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
- Comfortable lifting up to 10 pounds and working on your feet for extended periods.
- Closed-toe shoes are required for safety.
- Drivers must have a valid CA driver's license and valid vehicle insurance
Impact:
Your time and effort will make an immediate and tangible difference in helping individuals and families recover from this crisis. By ensuring that donations are sorted and ready for distribution, you’ll be providing vital support to our community during this challenging time.
Location:
North Hollywood
Sign-up:
Please click the light blue Sign Up button on the left hand corner and you will receive a confirmation email with more details. If you have not yet created an account, it will prompt you to do so first.
Questions?
Please email volunteer@lafh.org.
Housing
Animals, Families, Homeless, Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups, Low-income communities, People with Disabilities
Age Minimum (with Adult): 14+, Minimum Age:18+
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