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Reach Out Lakota, community pantry serving West Chester & Liberty Townships

Volunteering Information

Volunteers are crucial to the success of Reach Out Lakota’s mission to help our neighbors who are struggling to meet basic needs. Please complete the Volunteer Application below. We will respond with next steps.

CURRENT VOLUNTEER NEEDS: At this time, our only volunteer openings are for the clothing pantry on Tuesdays or Thursdays. You may sign up for our waiting list for other volunteer roles. 

Ways to Volunteer

During Client Service Hours

Who: Adults age 18+

What: Volunteers sort donations, pack food, assist in our clothing pantry

When:  Reach Out Lakota is open for client services on:

Mondays from 4:30 - 7 pm

Wednesdays from 10 am - noon

Fridays from 10 am - noon

 

Sorting When Pantry Is Closed

Who: Adults age 18+

What: Sort donations received at our building or pick up donations/supplies

When: Most sorting/pick up is done on:

Tuesdays: from 9 am - 3 pm

Thursdays: from 9 am - 3 pm

Saturdays: Selective dates from 10 - noon

 

Special/Seasonal Programs

Who: Age restrictions dependent on tasks

What/When: Hours and locations vary

Back to School program July/August

Thanksgiving Food Program November

 Holiday Meals Program & Holiday Gift program in December

Learn more by visiting our Events tab

 

Committees/Special Skills

Help us develop our connections and services by serving on a committee. Includes areas such as marketing, fundraising, and finance. Or, consider helping with periodic needs such as minor landscaping and light building maintenance as needed. Contact questions@reachoutlakota.org for more information.

 

Food/Clothing Drives

Hosting a food or clothing drive is a great way to collaborate with Reach Out Lakota and can be done around your schedule. Learn more about donation drives here.

 

Student Service Hours

Students must be age 16 or older. They can earn service hours on Mondays 4:30-7 pm and occasional Saturdays, or by hosting a collection drive. Click here for the Student Volunteer Application. An email will then be sent with details about service opportunities.

 

Youth Groups

Looking for a way to involve youth groups like Scouts, sports teams, or classrooms? Contact questions@reachoutlakota.org to learn about options.

 

Got Questions?

Any questions about volunteering can be directed to questions@reachoutlakota.org.

Student Volunteer Application (ages 16 +)

Adult Volunteer Application