This event is brought to you by our partners at Aeroflow.
United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County is dedicated to creating a community where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. One way we achieve this is through our annual School Supply Drive. Since 2007, our Volunteer Center, Hands On Asheville-Buncombe, has mobilized the community to equip over 23,000 students with fully stocked backpacks for the new school year.
We need your help! Join us for the Pack and Sort Event, sponsored by Aeroflow, the grand finale of our Annual School Supply Drive. Volunteers will assist with setup, packing backpacks, event breakdown, and loading backpacks for distribution to elementary, middle, and high school students.
Volunteer Tasks:
Setting up event space
Packing school supplies into backpacks
Breaking down event space
Loading backpacks for distribution
Requirements:
Click the "respond" button to sign up for available shifts or click the "respond as a team" button to reserve spots for yourself, colleagues, family, and friends.
Adhere to all safety measures.
Ability to lift at least 25lbs.
Comfortable with bending, stooping, walking, and twisting.
Ability to stand on concrete for extended periods.
Tolerant of warm conditions (no air-conditioning; fans available).
Sign a waiver upon arrival.
Contact the site supervisor if you require accommodations.
Shift Dates and Descriptions:
Monday, July 29th:
Focus on breaking down the supply order and preparing the space and materials for packing.
Tuesday, July 30th:
Focus on packing backpacks with school supplies.
Wednesday, July 31st:
AM: Finish packing backpacks and clean the space for distribution.
PM: Load backpacks into vehicles, break down and clean the space, and return items to UWABC's offices.
Location:
Harrah's Cherokee Center, Lower Exhibition Hall, 44 Hiawassee Street, Asheville, NC 28801
General Information:
Breakfast bars, snacks, and drinks will be provided for all shifts.
Lunch will be provided for volunteers during 11 am - 1 pm shifts.
Attire:
Wear comfortable, cool clothing suitable for moving around and standing on concrete.
If part of a company team, wear a shirt with your team’s logo.
Close-toed shoes (tennis shoes, sneakers, or boots) are required.
To sign up:
Click "respond" or “respond as a team” to secure your spot and receive further instructions.
Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!
No shifts available during the times you would like to volunteer? Consider helping us in a different capacity at the Pack & Sort event as a Behind the Scenes Volunteer! Click HERE to learn more.
Thank you to our partners at Arby's for sponsoring the Volunteer Lounge at the Pack & Sort event!
