“Building Community. Growing Hope. Supporting Change.
The Mustard Seed is a safe and supportive place where people experiencing problems associated with poverty and homelessness can have their physical needs met in the short term, but also begin to heal and grow mentally, emotionally, and spiritually for a better life down the road.”
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- Group opportunities are also available for people who wish to volunteer in groups
- Special events may happen from time to time, however they are unique and only occur once
COMMUNITY HUB VOLUNTEERS
Help foster a welcoming environment and develop friendships with community participants.
Responsibilities:
- Serve coffee, snacks, or meals
- Participate in daily programming
- Help to facilitate our emergency closets
Duration: Not specified
FOOD DEPOT VOLUNTEERS
Put together and distribute food hampers for community participants in need.
Responsibilities:
- Put together and distribute food hampers
- Organize incoming food item donations
Duration: Not specified
VOLUNTEER DRIVERS
Pick up food items from local suppliers, or transfer items from the Edmonton Food Bank to their Food Depot location.
Responsibilities:
- Pick up food items from local suppliers
- Transfer items from the Edmonton Food Bank to Food Depot location.
Duration: Not specified
COLLECTIVE KITCHEN VOLUNTEERS
Prepare and eat a meal alongside their community participants.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and eat a meal alongside their community participants.
- Help to teach basic cooking skills while building friendships through conversation
Duration: Not specified
DONATION SORTING CENTER VOLUNTEERS
Sort through donated clothing and household items to ensure quality.
Responsibilities:
- Sort through donated clothing and household items
- Help size and organize all items
Duration: Not specified
WHY SHOULD I VOLUNTEER WITH THIS ORGANIZATION?
The Mustard Seed aims “To eliminate homelessness and reduce poverty where [they] serve.” and is an opportunity for anyone wanting to help others in serious need of help or aid.
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