Join us for United Way's Meal Kit Packing event and help ensure our neighbors have access to nutritious meals. Working alongside fellow volunteers, you'll help prepare meal kits that will be distributed through nonprofit partners across our region.
This is a family-friendly volunteer opportunity. Volunteers age 16 and older should register online individually. To register a child under the age of 16, please contact Liam Watters.
It takes many hands working together to make this event a success. Select the team that best matches your interests and abilities and be part of the effort to prepare meal kits for distribution throughout our community.
Collection TeamUsing a shopping cart and checklist, Collection Team members gather all the food needed for each meal kit and deliver the items to the packing stations. Their work keeps the packing lines moving and ensures packers have everything they need.
Packing TeamPacking Team members verify the shopping list and carefully pack food items into each meal kit box. Attention to detail helps ensure every family receives the correct items.
Distribution TeamDistribution Team members use carts to transport completed boxes from packing stations to quality stations and then to pallets for distribution. This is a physically active role that requires frequent bending, lifting, and moving boxes throughout the shift.
Finishing TeamFinishing Team members perform a final quality check, add recipe cards, and securely seal each box before it is prepared for distribution.
Supply TeamSupply Team members keep the packing lines running efficiently by building boxes, replenishing food supplies at packing stations, and breaking down cardboard throughout the event. This role requires frequent movement, lifting, bending, and carrying items.
Support TeamSupport Team members provide assistance wherever it is needed most and will be assigned a role on the day of the event. This is a great option for volunteers who are flexible and willing to jump in wherever they can help.
Please note: This event relies on the full participation of every volunteer. Please register only if you can attend the entire shift and actively participate in your selected role.
The event will take place at the David. L. Lawrence Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh. Information on parking options will be sent via email prior to the event. United Way is unable to reimburse for any parking expenses.
United Way strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Naomi Swartzbaugh, naomi.swartzbaugh@unitedwayswpa.org or 412-456-6704.
