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Montmorenci has been a part of the Hominy Valley Candler community since March of 1857. We are a part of the Blue Ridge District and the Hominy Valley Missional Network of the Western North Carolina Conference and the greater United Methodist Church. The free Community Market is a partnership between MANNA Foodbank and Montmorenci UMC and works to support anyone in the community who is experiencing food insecurity. In 2022 we begin our 9th year of operation
For each market that occurs every Wednesday, there is an AM shift to help prepare for the market and a PM shift to help distribute food. Currently, the market is being held indoors.
AM Shift: Food Sorting/Packaging: 8:30-11:30
PM Shift: Food Distribution: 11:30-2:30 (clients are served between 12:00-2:00)
Volunteer Responsibilities:
- AM Shift: Assistance with on-site setup
- AM Shift: Unloading food truck and/or packaging boxes/bags
- PM Shift: Passing out food boxes/bags to community residents
- PM Shift: Assistance with breakdown and clean up
Requirements:
- Respond to the shift by clicking the blue RESPOND button above
- If you want to volunteer with friends or family, click the blue RESPOND AS A TEAM button above
- Must be at least 18 years old OR be accompanied by an adult if between 12-17 years old
Skills Required:
- Positive customer service skills
- Ability to remain calm during times of crisis
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds)
- Bending, twisting, stooping
- Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions
Attire:
- Wear clothes that are comfortable and let you move freely
- Dress for the weather forecast
- Comfortable, close-toed shoes
Location:
Montmorenci United Methodist Church
89 Old Candler Town Rd.
Candler, North Carolina 28715
Health and Safety:
- Masks are optional, bring your own if you need one
- Hand sanitizer and hand washing sinks are available as needed
- Gloves provided during food packaging
- There are times when the volunteer task requires volunteers to engage in close proximity to one another. Please do not sign up if you feel uncomfortable.
To sign up for this volunteer project, simply
- Click the blue "respond" button above to secure your spot and receive next step instructions about the event
- Please DO NOT SHOW UP IF YOU DID NOT RESPOND!
