We understand that many volunteers have preferences of how they like to spend their volunteer time. While we try to respect these preferences when possible, there are certain tasks that need to be completed each day if we are to successfully serve our guests. We request that volunteers prioritize the following tasks before moving on to the other jobs (such as cooking) that they prefer.
·      Dishing food on the serving line
·      Packaging meals and transporting them on carts to the to-go window
·      Stuffing bags with forks and napkins for to-go meals to be added
·      Wrapping pastries
·      Constructing snack bags

Yes. Due to the vulnerability of the population we serve, many of whom have underlying health conditions and an inability to quarantine when sick, we are requiring all volunteers to be vaccinated.

All interactions contain an element of risk. Potential volunteers must weigh their risk factors (age, general health, vulnerability of others in their households, vaccination status, etc.) and make the personal decision if they feel comfortable volunteering. Volunteers must be vaccinated to work on site (see above). Masks are now optional. If you need one, we can provide one for you. 

Most volunteers will not engage directly with the public. A few volunteers each shift will be in the dining room, but it is not required. They provide guests with trays and utensils to go through the serving line, or they bus tables. 

We no longer have sit-down volunteer activities. If you volunteer, you will need to be able to stand and do moderate physical labor for 4 hours with limited opportunities for a break.

In order to minimize the number of people in our building and limit COVID exposure, we are asking all volunteers to commit to at least one or two days per week.

8:00 AM – Noon, Monday – Friday

There are many ways to stay involved with Our Daily Bread and our mission. Opportunities vary as we adapt and change – please clickherefor our latest needs, including cooking or baking at home, assembling sandwiches, and more.

Please contact Kathy via the drop-down form above the FAQ’s to discuss options.