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Feeding America San Diego

Agency Description
Solving Hunger While Ending Food Waste Feeding San Diego is on a mission to solve hunger while ending food waste. Established in 2007, Feeding San Diego is the leading hunger-relief organization in San Diego County and the only Feeding America member in the region. More than 40% of food in our community goes to waste every day ? more than enough to end hunger. Feeding San Diego connects and distributes food to neighbors in need from more than 500 food donors, including grocery stores, restaurants, and retailers like Starbucks. We also source food from more than 225 farms and packing sheds throughout California. The majority of this food would otherwise end up in the landfill. Feeding San Diego distributes healthy, nutritious meals to more than 63,000 children, individuals, seniors, and military members through two distinct methods: 100 direct service sites and 150 non-profit partnerships. Thanks to our non-profit partners, half of our food never comes to our distribution center, reducing pollution and expense. In addition to rescuing and distributing wholesome, high-quality food, Feeding San Diego ensures people can access additional food resources. We help hundreds of people enroll in CalFresh (food stamps) to receive benefits each year. Qué es CalFresh?
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Opportunity:Food Sorting at Feeding San Diego - SDHVN

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Agency:Feeding America San Diego


Feeding San Diego provides more than 35 million meals to local families facing hunger. We distribute meals in partnership with over 370 local charities, schools, faith communities, meals sites, and food pantries. Food Sorting at the Distribution Center Volunteers are critical to the mission of Feeding San Diego. We rely on support from individuals, corporations, and the community to fund our critical programs for children, families, and seniors in need. Whether you give funds, give food, give time or give voice — you can make an immediate impact on hunger in San Diego County. Your family can help by sorting food at our Distribution Center.


Date/Time(s): There are a variety of shift times Monday through Saturday. Please note that due to the high level of interest and a limited number of spaces available, volunteer shifts may require a 1 to 2-month notice.


Location: 9477 Waples St., Ste. 100, San Diego.


Ages: Families with children ages 6 and older are welcome to volunteer. All volunteers under 15 years require supervision by a parent or guardian at all times while volunteering.


Time Commitment: Two-hour shifts.


How to sign-up:


1. Visit volunteer.feedingsandiego.org


2. If you have an account, click “Sign In.” If not, please click the “Create Account” button to create a profile on Golden.


3. If you selected “Sign In” you should be able to log in with your credentials and be directed to the main page where you will be able to choose a volunteer shift.


If you selected “Create Account,” complete the registration with your information, waiver and GMP waiver.


4. Once logged in you will be directed to a page with volunteer opportunities where you can click any open volunteer shift.


You will receive a confirmation email and reminder email for each volunteer shift you sign up for.


Contact: Volunteer Department, volunteersd@feedingsandiego.org or 858.452.3663 x100.


Please complete the online Group Volunteer Date Request Form to schedule a date for your family to volunteer.


What We Do...

United Way of San Diego CountyAt United Way of San Diego County (UWSD), we are your partner to ensure that all children, individuals, and families have the support they need to achieve educational success and financial security.

UWSD is committed to building a strong San Diego County by listening to the people in the distinct and vibrant communities that make up our region. As a trusted community leader, we continuously seek to understand where we can make the most meaningful impact. By collaborating with these communities, we harness the collective strength of our countywide partners — including schools, businesses, policymakers, nonprofits, and government entities.

Together, we work to scale our impact to urgently address the deeply rooted disparities in education and economic mobility. Specifically, we focus on closing gaps within our community by providing essential support in several key areas: early childhood literacy, middle and high school career readiness, and economic resources for individuals and families. By bridging these gaps, we aim to create access to opportunities that allow all San Diegans to thrive at every stage of life.

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