PPL Volunteer Position: Keystone Food Mobile Distribution Support

Project for Pride in Living (PPL); Saint Paul (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Project for Pride in Living (PPL) in Saint Paul is seeking volunteers for the Keystone Food Mobile Distribution Support role. Volunteers will assist with food distribution to community members in need, helping create a welcoming environment and supporting residents throughout the shopping experience. A friendly attitude, willingness to work with diverse populations, and the ability to lift 20–30 lbs are essential. Training will be provided on site, and volunteers must be at least 16 years old. This opportunity occurs every 4th Monday of the month in a friendly community setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in a friendly manner and support residents effectively.
• Experience with or willingness to work with individuals who have experienced trauma.
• Comfortable with physical activities, including lifting and standing.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist residents during the food distribution.
• Organize food items and set up event tables.
• Support residents in understanding distribution guidelines.

Skills

Friendly, welcoming attitude

Willingness to assist diverse populations

Experience with families from varied backgrounds

Job description

Project for Pride in Living, Inc. (PPL) is dedicated to serving individuals and families struggling with poverty, limited education, and other complex barriers to self-reliance. Over our 50+-year history as a nonprofit, we have developed a broad range of highly integrated programs that help participants build more stable lives.

Volunteer Position: Keystone Food Mobile Distribution Support

Location: New Foundations – 1145 Westminster St., St. Paul

Schedule: Every 4th Monday of the month

Volunteer Shift: 1:45 PM – 4:15 PM (Resident shopping from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM)

Overview

Support residents at New Foundations during the Keystone Food Mobile distribution. This outdoor event helps provide fresh and shelf-stable food to community members in a welcoming and respectful environment.

Important Notes

• This is an outdoor event—please dress appropriately for all weather conditions (rain, snow, or sunshine).
• Events may be canceled due to severe weather (thunder/lightning or temperatures below 10°F). Volunteers will typically be notified at least one day in advance.
• Service dates may occasionally shift due to holidays; your supervisor will communicate any changes.

Volunteer Responsibilities

• Greet residents in a friendly and welcoming manner
• Assist with setting up tables and organizing food items
• Help distribute food and guide residents on appropriate quantities per household (training provided)
• Support residents as they shop for their household needs
• Assist with clean-up, including packing up leftover food and folding tables

Volunteer Qualifications

• Friendly, welcoming, and non-judgmental attitude
• Willingness to assist a diverse population of residents
• Experience working with families from varied backgrounds or those who have experienced trauma is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 20–30 lbs.
• Comfortable with bending, standing, and being active throughout the shift

Training

• Onsite training will be provided on your first day
• Volunteers are asked to review the volunteer handbook in advance (including photo release and liability waiver)

Additional Details

• Two volunteers are needed per shift to support staff
• Volunteers must be 16+; teens 16+ may participate on a trial basis without a guardian present