The Community Food Rescue program, facilitated by Montgomery County Food Council, supports food recovery for the network of food assistance providers in Montgomery County. Community Food Rescue connects food donors, volunteers, and food pantries with wholesome surplus food, recovered and distributed to Montgomery County residents who need it most, in a coordinated, efficient, and equitable way.
We are in need of Food Runners – Individuals, families and/or groups that can transport donated, recovered food from food retail and restaurant establishments to the recipient agencies in our network.
If you have a vehicle, a good driving record, and a few extra hours, you can volunteer to transport food on a weekly basis, or just for a one-time food run. Choose food runs that fit your schedule using the easy-to-use Chowmatch app. Simply sign up, complete a short online food safety training, accept a food run that works for you, deliver the food, and fill out a brief post-run form. Sign up today! Click: https://tinyurl.com/3br8vjfh
Requirements:
Must be 18 years old or older
Enroll as a Food Runner using the CFR web application (requires computer and internet access, mobile app “Chowmatch”)
Ability to lift 25 lbs.
A clean vehicle
Insurance on that vehicle
A driver’s license and good driving record
Time—1-3 hours per food run
Complete a short evaluation after each food run
Speak, read, and write in English
This opportunity is NOT open to individuals needing hours for school or court.
Desired:
Smart phone with texting capabilities.
To find out more about signing up to be a food runner, please reach out to Montgomery County Food Council at mocochowmatch@gmail.com.
Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.
