Events

An Evening of Volunteering at MANNA

Monday, October 7, 2024

5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

MANNA
420 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130
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Don’t miss this chance to give back and be a part of something bigger than yourself! Join Philly AND for a volunteer event at MANNA, where we'll assist with meal preparation and packaging for individuals facing life-threatening illnesses. In addition to making a meaningful difference in our community, you’ll also have a chance to meet fellow nutrition professionals and students. 

 

Please note that this event has a limited capacity, so only sign up if you are absolutely able to make it. If you sign up and are no longer able to attend, please email lshuler18@gmail.com so that we can open up your spot to another volunteer.

 

If you try to sign up and the event is full, please email lshuler18@gmail.com to be added to the waitlist. 

 

Registration Steps 

 

Each individual group member will need to create a MANNA volunteer account, then register for your team's shift. Please note that the minimum age to volunteer is 14.  

  1. Create a volunteer account by following this link
  2. Register for your team's shift by using your team's personalized volunteer page (https://vhub.at/1DKOMVI).

Important Information    

 

Dress Code: Volunteer safety is a priority at MANNA and The Department of Health requires a dress code for MANNA’s kitchen. Volunteers are required to adhere to the following guidelines:   

  • Head coverings are required. Hairnets are required for everyone. You may bring your own hat to wear with the hairnet.  
  • T-shirt or long sleeved shirt (no sleeveless shirts or tank tops)   
  • Long pants (no shorts, dresses, or skirts)   
  • Closed toed shoes (no open-toed shoes, sandals, slippers, or heels)   
  • No Jewelry is allowed in the kitchen (rings, bracelets, watches, dangling earrings)   

Sick Policy: If you are sick, we kindly request that you please stay home and get well. You will be able to volunteer when you are better! This policy is to protect our other volunteers, staff, and especially our clients.

 

Parking: There are several options for parking, but please note MANNA does not have any special parking rates or validations.

  • Rodin Place Garage:  This garage is attached to our building and charges $16 after 2 hours.   
  • Metered Street Parking: There is metered street parking available all around our building.  Rates may vary.   
  • PPA surface lot: Located on Callowhill St. between 19th and 20th. Visit http://www.philapark.org/19th-callowhill/ for more info.   
  • Free street parking There is LIMITED free 2hr street parking available on the surrounding streets.   
  • Bike racks:  There is a bike rack located in the Rodin Place garage. We cannot store bikes inside of the building.
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