Overview: Food Gatherers rescues several tons of food daily that volunteers help us process, inspect and sort. Since we depend on food donations from the community, we aren’t always sure what we’ll be getting from one day to the next. We receive various, last minute items, and though we often improvise, we have adequate work areas and will provide all necessary training. Volunteers
generally help us sort food (such as produce), stock our pantry with canned goods, repackage bulk items, help us salvage/wash damaged products (such as a case of juice boxes with one that is leaking), and work with us to keep the warehouse and trucks clean and food-safe.
Timing: The day will begin with lunch at Food Gatherers at 1:15 pm (provided by the School of Public Health), followed by a brief training session promptly at 2:00 pm to begin the volunteer activity . The volunteer activity will conclude at 4:00 pm. (Please note: 12:45 - 4:30 pm time listed above allows time for lunch and travel to- and from Food Gatherers.)
Dress code: It is recommended that volunteers wear comfortable, casual attire
(no sleeveless shirts). Non-slip, closed-toe shoes are required. It is recommended to dress in layers as the warehouse may be chilly. Some jobs require a hat/hairnet. Food Gatherers will provide hairnets, but you may bring your own hat (baseball cap, knit hat, bandana) if you wish.
Family: To register any family members who are interested in joining you at your Service Day site, please email Whitney Vojtkofsky (whitdix@umich.edu).
School of Public Health Alumni:
If you are interested in participating in Service Day this year, we would love to have you join us! If you have an active ‘@umich’ email address, you can register using that email. If you do not, please email Whitney Vojtkofsky (whitdix@umich.edu) with the name of the site where you would like to volunteer, as well as any dietary restrictions or allergies you’d like us to be aware of.