Volunteering with Crossroads
Our mission to end hunger and homelessness wouldn't be possible without the work and dedication of our selflessly devoted and outstanding volunteers. From chopping vegetables to packing groceries to serving meals, our volunteers are the heart and soul of our food programs. We are so excited to welcome you to our lively and diverse community!
From our Volunteers
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"I love that everyone here has each other's backs. It is delightful. It is a true community where everyone here looks out for each other. I am so grateful to be a part of this."
BARB, VOLUNTEER
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"As a long-time volunteer and now as Program Manager at Crossroads, I have so many opportunities to meet a variety of people. The different interactions and personal connections are fabulous and fulfilling."
DAVID SANDERS, PROGRAM MANAGER
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"I am appreciative of the ability to get to know [Pantry] shoppers as they come on a regular basis. I love the camaraderie that exists between the volunteers and the staff."
MARGARET, VOLUNTEER
Opportunities
Volunteer at our carry-out
breakfast program
Shifts are Sunday, Monday, or Wednesday.
Cooks: 5:30 am to 8:00 am, preparing food in our kitchen.
Servers: 6:30 am to 8:45 am, packaging meals into to-go bags and distributing them to our guests.
Cleanup: 8:45 am to 10:00 am.
Every other Monday, 8:45 am to 10:00 am - Meal support team: Preparing supplies for meals
Every other Wednesday, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Meal support team: Preparing sandwiches and supplies for meals
Some light lifting may be required (20 pounds or less).
Assemble and distribute
grocery pantry bags
Shelf stocking crew: Wednesdays from 12 noon to 2 pm.
Distribution crew: Thursdays, 8:30 am to 11:00 am or 11:00 am to 1:30 pm.
Some light lifting may be required (20 pounds or less).
Volunteer at our carry-out
Saturday brunch
Assemble and distribute a pre-cooked meal from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.
Gather a group to volunteer
If you are organizing a corporate or other group to volunteer, we have several other options for how you can support Crossroads! Please contact Administrator Martha Avery at mavery@crossroadsnyc.org to get started.
More Information
Training
No formal training is required. Each crew works under a captain who will show you the ropes.
Get involved!
To get started with any of the below opportunities, register with us here or email us with questions.
