Food shelf visits in Minnesota have surged to record levels.
This dramatic increase reflects the growing strain on households as food costs
remain high and critical safety-net programs face uncertainty. In recent years,
as changes and challenges to SNAP benefits and other federal supports
were debated and implemented, food shelves experienced ripple effects, with an
even greater number of neighbors turning to charitable food assistance to
fill widening gaps.Every week the Interfaith Outreach and Community Partner's (IOCP) Food Shelf serves 200+ households - a small portion of which are home bound or lack reliable transportation and have a hard time accessing food. Home delivery drivers help meet this need by picking up prepacked orders from IOCP and dropping them off to recipient's doorstep. Note, many deliveries will require entry into an apartment complex or building to deliver to the recipient's door.
Key Responsibilities:
- Pick up prepacked orders from IOCP during assigned pickup time (Tuesdays 4:15 - 4:30 p.m.)
- Deliver items to recipient's door
- Do not enter recipient's home
- Maintain confidentiality while working with clients
- Contact staff supervisor with any questions or concerns
- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Volunteers who serve in this role must complete a driving and background record check.
Weekly Shift Schedule:
Tuesday 4:30 - 5:45 p.m.
IOCP delivers integrated services that address the basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing, while also providing strengthening services that connect households to affordable housing, quality childcare, employment, and more.
