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1. What are the hours for sorting?

Food sorting will take place at Heritage Hall Dec. 5 and 6, with two shifts (4-5:30 p.m. and 6-7:30 p.m.) each day. Volunteers must sign up online in advance. Space is limited.

2. Are reservations required?

Yes! Due to the large volume of volunteers, we ask interested parties to sign up via a link on the Food Sorting webpage. Space is limited.

3. Do you need a minimum time commitment?

Yes, we ask that volunteers commit to the 1.5 hour shift on the sorting day they select.

4. Can young children volunteer?

Yes! We welcome children ages 6 and up. Adult supervision is required. 

• Ages 6 to 8: 1 adult for every 3 children 
• Ages 9 to 11: 1 adult for every 5 children
• Ages 12 to 15: 1 adult for every 10 children 
• Ages 16+: No supervision required

5. Can you accommodate volunteers with special needs?

Yes, please let us know about your needs in the comments section when you sign up online or call 816-439-4424.

6. Can I bring food to donate?

That would be great! All food must be donated by Wednesday evening. Please remember to check the expiration dates on any donations.

7. Can we bring in our own food and drink for consumption?

Due to the limited space and number of people in the Hall, we request no food or drink.

8. What should I wear?

We suggest comfortable, warm clothing. Open toed shoes are not allowed. While the Hall is heated, it is not as warm as a typical office or home. We suggest dressing in layers.

9. How many people can I bring?

Our sorting space is limited. Due to the large volume of volunteers, we ask interested parties to sign up via the link on the Food Sorting webpage. Sign ups open on October 2.

10. Do you need individual volunteers?

Most definitely! Our sorting space is limited, and due to the large volume of volunteers, we ask interested parties to sign up via a link on the Food Sorting webpage.

 

11. Do you have refreshments available for volunteers?

No, sorry, we do not.