Produce Distributions

Volunteer Information

Event Description:

Volunteers will assist with sorting fresh fruits and vegetables, setting up farmers market style events, providing excellent customer service to students, families and community members, and breaking down events.

Volunteer duties may include:

  • Helping CalFresh team set up tables, canopies, and event signage.

  • Sorting through produce to identify and discard spoiled items.

  • Placing fruits and vegetables into crates on tables.

  • Breaking down boxes and keeping event space clean and organized.

  • Adding handouts or stickers to CalFresh grocery bags.

  • Providing a warm, welcoming, and fun environment for families during distribution events.

  • Tracking and checking in families during events.

  • Helping CalFresh team break down tables, canopies, and other event supplies.

Important Notes:

  • Please sign in at the school front office and then proceed to the CalFresh event area. 

  • Wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty and sturdy, closed-toe shoes. 

  • Events take place outside under canopies or shaded areas. 

  • In order to protect yourself, the CalFresh Healthy Living team, and the families we serve, please do not volunteer if:

    • You have experienced any of the following symptoms in the past 48 hours beyond your daily health baseline or above and beyond pre-existing conditions:

      • Cough

      • Congestion or Runny Nose

      • Chills

      • Headache

      • Muscle Pain

      • Sore Throat

      • Loss of Taste or Smell

      • Digestive Problems

      • Shortness of Breath

      • Fatigue

      • Nausea or Vomiting

    • Your temperature is above 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit.

    • In the past 24 hours, you've been in contact with anyone who has: (1) tested positive for COVID-19; (2) COVID-19 like symptoms; or (3) been tested and is waiting for results.

    • You have been tested for COVID-19 because you are symptomatic and are waiting for results and/or have been told to quarantine.