Volunteer Opportunity: General Volunteer Support Community Action Program (CAP)

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Description

Crispus Attucks Food Pantry – Community Action Partnership (CAP)

When: 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month
Time: 12:45 PM – 7:00 PM (Flexible shifts available)
Location: In-person at 407 Howard Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603


Make a Meaningful Impact in Our Community

The Crispus Attucks Food Pantry at the Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County is seeking dedicated volunteers to help create a welcoming, organized, and dignified food shopping experience for our neighbors.

This is a hands-on opportunity to directly support food access in Lancaster while working alongside a collaborative, mission-driven team. Whether you can join us for a few hours or a full shift, your time makes a difference!


Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

  • Setting up pantry space and neighbor seating areas

  • Stocking and restocking shelves during distribution

  • Breaking down cardboard and organizing storage areas

  • Assisting neighbors throughout their shopping experience

  • Maintaining a welcoming, respectful, and organized environment

  • Helping close the pantry (taking down chairs, collapsing room dividers, tidying space)

  • Standing, bending, twisting, and lifting items up to approximately 25 lbs as needed


Who Can Volunteer?

  • Individuals seeking volunteer or community service hours

  • Students, community members, or groups

  • All skill levels welcome


Time Commitment

Flexible — opportunities vary based on current needs. We offer multiple shifts throughout the afternoon and evening to support pantry operations from setup to close.


Ready to Get Involved?

To learn more or sigh up Click the Link below:   https://www.timetosignup.com/caccpantry/sheet/1357084/cacc-food-pantry-quot-volunteer-quot-sign-up-sheet

Contact Person: Amanda Frankeny

Email:  afrankeny@caplanc.org

Join us in strengthening our community — one neighbor at a time.

Location

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Lancaster , PA  17603