FOOD: Serve at Safe Sleep Site
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
Volunteer / Humanitarian, Community Health
Overview
Dreams for Change oversees the City of San Diego's safe sleep site which provides shelter and support services to individuals experiencing homelessness. Volunteers are needed to help set up, serve, and clean up meals for participants at the safe sleep site, freeing staff to work with participants and provide support services.
Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes- Key Responsibilities
- Set up for event
- Serve meals
- Clean up afterwards
- Skills & Qualifications
- No prior experience needed
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Able to lift up to 20 lbs and stand for prolonged periods
- Must not have food allergies due to proximity to various food items
- Volunteers must be adults (no minors allowed)
- Training Provided
- On-site training provided at the beginning of the shift
- Attire
- Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. This opportunity takes place outdoors with little or no shade. Volunteers should wear sun protection such as sunscreen and a hat
- Bring
- Water bottle
- Physical Requirements
- Prolonged standing, lifting of 20 lbs, and no food allergies. Not able to accommodate individuals with physical limitations. The space is wheelchair accessible
- Weather
- Meals are provided every day, rain or shine; opportunity is not canceled in inclement weather
- Photos
- No photos or recordings can be taken on-site
- Note
- Clearing a Megan's Law California Sex Offender search before your first shift is required. You must download the Hands On Connect app to electronically sign the waiver and check in. Hours may not be verified if you do not sign in or use the Hands On San Diego QR code on-site
Dreams for Change’s mission is to respond to community needs by creating innovative and cost-effective programs to empower and stabilize the lives of underserved families and individuals. Population Served:
Homeless
Age Requirement: 18+
Registration is closed for this Volunteer Opportunity. Full opportunity address and directions will be sent by email after signup. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend. Additional notes indicate the opportunity is currently full and may have a waiting list.
Note:
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