Volunteer Needs From: WVU Center for Community Engagement

UWMPC LifeBridge AmeriCorps members are hosting Spring into Action 2026 at the Helpful Harvest Food Program warehouse and are seeking community volunteers to support hands-on service. This project focuses on reorganizing warehouse spaces and implementing more efficient systems to strengthen daily operations and increase Helpful Harvest’s capacity to serve food pantries across Monongalia and Preston counties.

Volunteers will work alongside staff and AmeriCorps members in designated crews to complete tasks such as organizing items onto pallets, cleaning and relocating shelving, clearing and preparing open spaces, cleaning floors, and organizing food in storage and walk-in areas. This is a physically active volunteer opportunity that plays a direct role in improving workflow, safety, and efficiency within the warehouse, resulting in long-term benefits for local food distribution efforts.

This Day of Action is a chance to work together, contribute in a meaningful way, and see the direct results of your time and effort. Whether you come as part of a group or on your own, your support will strengthen a system that supports vital local food pantries and helps to support their mission of serving families across our community.

We’re calling on compassionate community members in Monongalia and Preston County to lend a hand in our fight against hunger. The Helpful Harvest Food Program needs volunteers to help pick up donations from local food drive locations and sort items at our central distribution site.

Whether you have a few hours or a full day to give, your time makes a real impact. Volunteers play a critical role in ensuring food gets where it’s needed most—quickly, safely, and with care.

What You’ll Do:

Pick up food donations from designated drop-off sites

Sort and organize items for distribution

Work alongside a passionate team committed to serving our neighbors

Who We’re Looking For:

Individuals, families, or groups ready to roll up their sleeves

Drivers with reliable transportation 

Anyone with a heart for service and a few hours to spare

Ready to help? Sign up today and be part of a movement that feeds families and fuels hope.

To schedule your shift and for any questions email lifebridge@unitedwaympc.org. 

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